03 F-350 srw ext. cab short box. 7.3 4x4 6-spd 03 810 plenty of switches, plenty of lights, to many accounts, not enough time. "did you go to school stupid,,,yea and i come out that way too"Hi guys, so, i'm getting ready to buy a new straight blade for my truck (15 ram 3500 diesel). Originally I was going to put a Boss power V DXT or a Western Wide Out... turns out my truck cant handle these plows because they are too heavy WTF. So as a result I narrowed down my options between a Boss Super Duty 8.6 or a Western Pro Plus 8.6.Tractors are essential pieces of farm equipment. They make plowing, planting, and moving things around a farm much easier. Tractors are even used on construction sites. That is why...We have 2 of the Snowex sprayers, they work pretty good and are a real basic design, not really worth the money i don't think. It was hard getting the guys to use them, they prefer the backpack sprayer, its much quicker.My Jeep has 86,600 miles on it, its a 1998. We got it last august with 80,000 on it. I bought the plow in october so this is its first season plowing. I do have timbrens, and I added an auxillary transmission cooler and a brand new battery.You have a quad headlight system and both the high and low beam plugs are backwards. Disconnect the Western harness plug from the truck low beam light plug and flip it over. Do the same with the high beam. The original truck plug is keyed but the Western plug is not so you can try it both ways effectively flipping the wire connections.3538 posts · Joined 2010. #42 · Jun 26, 2022. solution example, my garbage contractor surcharges 2 gals of fuel on a bimonthly bill, so it varies with price of fuel, really not unreasonable for weekly collection service, most people should understand something like that over a basic bill increase mid contract. B.W.A.I.Masssnowfighter. Registered. Joined Sep 22, 2012. 775 Posts. #21 · Oct 19, 2015. M35A2 with a 1035 gallon tank, turbo turf pump, 3 lane boom with adjustable nozzles and wireless remote. I have reduced my salt consumption from about 20 tons per storm down to about 8 tons per storm with this set up. It is a great feeling when you drop the plow ...OneManWithAPlow. 231 posts · Joined 2016. #8 · Nov 24, 2016. Push plates 7161 and 7169 will fit 2500s from 99-2007 (or whenever the next generation ends I believe). 7161 (from 99-02) are a bit shorter as the bumper in 03 was changed (to be made bigger). The 7169 plates are a little longer to clear the newer style bumper.Plow Only Turns Right. I need some advice: I have never owned a plow before, but recently bought a 1997 Chevy 2500 with a western unimount plow. Plow worked ok at first, but now the plow won't raise, and if I try to turn it right or left with the control, it only turns right. I tried the control on a buddy's truck and it functions fine.I was quoted for $5,500 for the new HTX v plow and timbrens installed on my 2014 JKU Sport. Here in NJ, specifically western essex county the average snowfall is approximately 26" we probably have around 4/5 events over 3" each year. I currently offer a snow removal service using a honda Hss1132ATD and have about 15 clients.Well I used a bagged ice melter blend, Made 1500 gallons found that 2.5 pounds to 1 gallon of water works out. my cost for the product works out to $.33 a gallon. Very easy to make pour some peledow in the maker warm up the water and then mix the blend product I dissolved 1500 pounds of blend product in half hour.2281 posts · Joined 2009. #8 · May 22, 2012 (Edited) Herm Witte;1476759 said: Mick, I'm sorry you think a couple of hundred dollars is wasteful for a SIMA membership. I have been employed full time in the industry for over 40 years, I don't do any national provider work and probably won't either, and my take on SIMA is the opposite of yours.MnDOT’s 2023-24 Name a Snowplow contest The votes are in! Thank you to the more than 32,500 people who voted on our list of finalists. Taylor DriftWell I used a bagged ice melter blend, Made 1500 gallons found that 2.5 pounds to 1 gallon of water works out. my cost for the product works out to $.33 a gallon. Very easy to make pour some peledow in the maker warm up the water and then mix the blend product I dissolved 1500 pounds of blend product in half hour.Problem With Boss "V" Being Level. I have a 8'2 Boss Poly V with the RT3 Mount. I've noticed recently that when I go down the road and put it in the V position for transport and raise up the blade, the driver side of my blade is higher than the pass. side. The blade is mounted on my '02 Silverado 2500HD and I have timbrens and a leveling kit on it.The best National Trust properties to visit around Manchester, including Lyme Park, Little Moreton Hall, Gawthorpe Hall, and Hardcastle Crags. It may be the UK’s third-largest city...take a piece of battery cable and use it to connect the two large posts. if your motor runs, your solenoid is bad. if it doesn't then its your motor. Jamie Lorentz. 419-571-2696. 92 Chev 2500 7'6'' boss sd straight. 95 GMC 3500HD Sno way 25D. 98 Chev 2500 8'2" vee. 05 Chev 2500HD 9'2" vee. couple tailgate spreaders.Sign in to retrieve your account settings. Forgot your password? What began as a small retail store in Madison, Virginia in 1980 has grown into a multi-channel online, catalog and retail business. We strive to inspire our customers to create spaces that are comfortable, welcoming, warm and cozy.Feb 3, 2015 · 1703 posts · Joined 2007. #1 · Feb 3, 2015. so last night my solenoid (or some call it a relay) went bad on my plow. i always carry a spare in the truck and 10 minutes later I was back at it. i've always used the cheap $10-$15 solenoids on my western plows and have had good luck with them. they typically last 2 seasons, which at an average of ...A forum community dedicated to ice and snow management professionals and enthusiasts. Come join the discussion about equipment, weather, snow management, classifieds, troubleshooting, maintenance, and more!Attachments. 1606132993003.gif. 42 bytes Views: 173. 1997 Ford F-350,powerstroke diesel,8'.6" Fisher XV-2 ,whelen hideaway strobes, led backups, Fisher Speed-Caster 900 tailgate spreader. 1999 Toyota Tacoma,6'9" Fisher,whelen hideaway strobes, led backups. 2001 Toyota Tacoma,6'9" Fisher, Whelen led ,led back up from strobes n more.I am in the process for looking for a 48 inch Grasshopper snow/dozer blade for my frontmount Grasshopper. If anyone you know has a used one in the Mid-Missouri area and would like to get rid of it, please let me know. I understand that you can just buy a new one for $600.00 $$$$, but my business would not justify getting a new on. Thanks Again!!!If only you had your own plow to move that snow off your driveway. Or, maybe you want to start a side business on PlowMe.com or Plowz.com. Either way, there are plenty of ways to f...3538 posts · Joined 2010. #42 · Jun 26, 2022. solution example, my garbage contractor surcharges 2 gals of fuel on a bimonthly bill, so it varies with price of fuel, really not unreasonable for weekly collection service, most people should understand something like that over a basic bill increase mid contract. B.W.A.I.635 posts · Joined 2009. #8 · Jan 2, 2013. B&B;1553547 said: There's only two things that cause a loss of all functions simultaneously while the motor still runs, and that's the previously mentioned ground on the coils, or a broken gear pump. This must be an Instact pump as they're well known to lose the gear pump.Either way, you'll want to be careful. The cherokee is unibody, meaning that the frame and the body itself are one piece, most pickups and larger SUVs are two pieces. You shouldn't try and plow to much snow at a time, probably no more than three inches, and you really shouldn't try to ram any snow banks.Forward around 20. about 15-20 forward 15 revrse-any faster the snow blows all over the windsheild even with the snow foil. Lots of variables in this one. I personally don't really look at the speedometer while plowing. My eyes are usually a little busy looking for the things I'm about to hit.as suggested, will probably find more info on plowsite. but, i am not there and am here, with a similar sized route and solo. using a walker with a blower attachment i can do my route of 25 with 1/2 doz extra (sidewalks included), start at 430 and am done by 12p. very effective and efficient setup. i do also carry an 2wd ATV with a plow as a ...For the B50 series, Kubota even offers a FEL plow and pallet forks. Combine this with a MMM and a rear snowblower in a TLB setup and you have one capable machine that can do just about anything you throw at it. Besides snow clearing, here's a couple other pictures from some of the projects I've been using of my L4760 for.13 posts · Joined 2005. #1 · Apr 13, 2009. My Cat 247B started to not start when I pushed the glow plug button in. Cranks, and white smoke comes out the exhaust. OK, looks like the glow plugs are not working. I traced it, and found the glow plug relay was bad. I replaced it, and got one good start before it blew the relay again.No one would install a plow on our 2016 Dodge Ram. So we went with the Hitch Mount Dk2 Avalanche. Mixed reviews online. For the price we decided to try it out. Was just going to be used for light clean up . We have a couple properties with very tight access between buildings so I decided to do those driveways with this setup just under 7' wide ...Plowsite.com is now owned by VerticalScope, the leader in online forums. With over 800 forum communities, VerticalScope provides the technology that powers the community. Our team of volunteer moderators and administrators watch over the content, and actively patrol for spam, user behavioural issues, and make sure threads are in the right ...Lay the sheet metal down on the 2x4s with them spaced at the edges and drive back and forth on the sheet metal, then move the boards (keep them straight and running length ways) keep moving your boards and adding to the height to get your metal to bend in a moon shape, periodically check against the plow for correct curvature.8 posts · Joined 2009. #1 · Mar 1, 2011. I have been looking at getting a new plow for next season and I am trying to decide between a Hiniker 8' scoop or 8' V-plow. I currently have an older Hiniker 8.5' straight blade that I put wings on. I really like the plow and have had no issues with it but it just not fit the type of plowing I do.Swapping a 454 for a 350. Alaska Boss. Sep 20, 2008. 16. 16K. Aug 6, 2023. by gabrielpruden062. 1 1 of 283 283. Post pictures, questions and comments …Eau Galle, WI. $1,300 $1,800. 8’6” western v-plow. Amherst, WI. $200. rear snow blade for atv. Kearney, NE. New and used Snow Plows for sale near you on Facebook Marketplace. Find great deals or sell your items for free.A forum community dedicated to ice and snow management professionals and enthusiasts. Come join the discussion about equipment, weather, snow management, classifieds, troubleshooting, maintenance, and more!Real obvious when looking at the truck from the front : the light bar is crooked compared to the hood of the truck. With the plow off the truck in V position, standing in front of plow, facing plow : If you grab the light bar with two hands and push to the left, the tower moves over and the light bar sits level. Let it go and it leans back down.PILE DRIVER™ (TRACE™ Edge) 8', 10', 12', 14' & 16'. Fits Skid-Steers, Tractors & Wheel Loaders. Explore. Compare. View the full line of WESTERN® snowplows including straight blades, v-plows, winged blades, and pusher plows for various vehicle applications.plow wings western pro plow. Jump to Latest Follow. 2K views 1 reply 2 participants last post by alpen_mountain Nov 1, 2021. Trap183 Discussion starter. 1 post · Joined 2020. #1 · Dec 27, 2020. I'm looking for some reviews of anyone that has ran the Pile Driver wings on a Western straight blade. I like the way they seem to be made but can ...6071 posts · Joined 2014. #46 · Aug 29, 2021. Raising prices for plowing, due to gas prices. Staying the same with salt, as my prices are still based on the high prices a couple years ago, I never came back down. I also have a clause in my contract to raise salt pricing in season due to shortage or price increase.Simpler setups can use a manual or electronic valve on the discharge side of the pump. All of our tanks fill from the bottom using a camlock that attaches to our brine maker. It makes filling very easy and …Check the upper Valve on the right side. Wipe off the box real good and then check. It sounds like the upper valve is leaking and it makes it look like the cap is over full because it leaks down the side and right on to the cap. Replace the O ring that seals the valve. This is a common problem.Plowing $1 billion a year into his space venture is no longer enough. Asked nearly two years ago what he might do with his considerable wealth, the world’s richest person Jeff Bezo...29 posts · Joined 2008. #15 · Dec 14, 2008. copy/pasted from Meyer's website: The Meyer ® Drive Pro™, a lightweight yet rugged commercial plow, is uniquely designed to make it easier for contractors to plow driveways, condos or anywhere there is a limited amount of space. There is nothing like it on the market today.No need to worry about triggers, DPW director calls in virtually every storm. Con. DPW director could not call you. Pro. No Chasing money, payment is by city check two to four weeks after a snow event. Con. I'm sure I'm leaving money on the table by not taking on commercial work. Pro.matts27;1297851 said: You can get a 16" electric fan kit with thermostat for less than 100$ and mount on front of the radiator as a pusher fan and keep the mechanical fan clutch. Or, rip the fan clutch off and get a 185-190 t-stat. If you got a good 3-4 core radiator that'll lower the motor temps by at least 10 degrees.The steep portion of the driveway rises 100 feet in elevation over a length of 1200 feet. The New Hampshire location receives 70 to 125 inches of snow a year with occasional concerns of ice. I am considering a plow truck or skid steer or midsize tractor to plow the bulk of the steep portion of the driveway and possibly a snow blower and/or ATV ...288 posts · Joined 2013. #8 · Jan 7, 2014. We've also found it a good idea for the serious plow truck , when equipped with all the options plus plow,speader, beacon lights. To add a larger alt,and extra battery. The GM is one of the easier trucks to add another battery to, in our opinion.thoughts on tundra plowing. I have been very impressed with the Tundra. Iam running a 7.5 SD Boss with Boss wings, 9.5 wide. Approx 40hrs of commercial plowing with this setup no issues.The Tundra is a way over built 1/2 ton, bearings and spindles along with other front end parts are larger then on say F350.They also made a big improvement for plow guys too. They've eliminated frame drilling by adding designated mounting areas for truck frames, and the center lower valance section is removable and can potentially be installed in the off season plow brand permitting. 2004 GMC Sierra 2500hd, SLE, 6.0, 4x4.65 posts · Joined 2007. #4 · Mar 19, 2008. I have a Bobcat T-200 that had the original Bobcat tracks on it and it SUCKED in the snow. I paid a guy $150 to change the tracks that I bought on Ebay for $1200 and it made all the difference in the world. Whatever you do, make sure you have 2 speed with cab and heat.I plow a Target,a Lowes,a K mart,and the old Target plaza which now has a Hobby Lobby a Hastings in that building with a new large Groc. store attached.Each is very diffrent as to the flow of traffic.Arrival times are much earlier for the Lowes which is a Home Depot type store, the large groc. store has issues with shopping carts performance on snowy isles,the large department stores place ...A 7 foot plow the snow may dump back underneath your wheels,then you could get stuck, I would get a 3/4 ton and at least an 8.5foot plow. Straight or V. In heavy snow the wings on the Vee plow will be pushed back into the Vee position, it’ll be narrower than 8 feet snow can still dump into your wheels. Like.Kids and adults gather at a Memorial Day parade to honor and celebrate veterans in South Portland. Sofia Aldinio/ Staff Photographer. BATH. 10 a.m. Monday. …. They also made a big improvement for plow guys too. TheSign in to retrieve your account settings. F Make sure to check fluids, oil, trans, brake, power steering and anti freeze. Look at there condition and/or level on the dip stick and sometimes that can tell you enough about the truck. 1994 GMC 2500 5.7 V-8 reg cab 4x4 Fisher HD-8 Henderson 8ft Spreader. 1998 GMC 2500 6.5 Turbo Diesel ex-cab 6ft Bed 4x4 Fisher MM1 HD-8.Problem With Boss "V" Being Level. I have a 8'2 Boss Poly V with the RT3 Mount. I've noticed recently that when I go down the road and put it in the V position for transport and raise up the blade, the driver side of my blade is higher than the pass. side. The blade is mounted on my '02 Silverado 2500HD and I have timbrens and a leveling kit on it. Plowsite.com is now owned by VerticalScope, Battery Drain. If the red wire in the cab harness is on a constant power source and the last thing you did was lower the blade, and the switch on the controller was left on, you have energized S1 solanoid for a long time. When you hit "lower' "float" the S1 stays energized until you either hit another function, shut off the controller, or shut ... PlowSite News, Change of Ownership. Hello again PlowSite ...
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