Plowing & Salting with HALF ton Trucks
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Plowing & Salting with HALF ton Trucks
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Incredible video and information from someone with firsthand experience! I’ve read countless blogs and comments on plowing with a half ton truck and it’s amazing; many of the people saying, “yes you can with no problem” actually talk about first hand experience doing it with a half ton, while the comments from people saying, no you’ll destroy your truck and it doesn’t have the power” never mention first hand experience, they are just offering opinions.
Yea that’s why i made the video because people talk so much crap but they don’t actually have video proof i have tons of it
One of my favorite trucks to plow with was an early 00s Chevy 1500 - regular cab, short bed. It was super maneuverable in tight places like parking lots and condo complexes.
Absolutely
I agree. This will be my last 3/4 ton truck. Great video
Thank you for your channel!I very m uch appreciate your honesty.I also admire the interaction with your son and how your instilling your work etic on him,something very much missing in the youth of today.I've plowed for 16 years,mostly large parking lots and a few driveways.I've used mostly 1 ton and one 3/4 ton trucks,mostly with a V-blade.I decided to downsize(I'm getting older and I don't want to deal with the problems associated with it)and just do driveways.This year I traded in my Ram 3500 with a V-plow for a Ram 1500 regular cab,short bed with a Fished SD 7 1/2" plow.I was very concerned that I made the right choice.We had about one foot of wet snow the other day,the 1/2 ton did great.Where I live,it's plow,shovel and salt.Thank you again for reinforcing my decision.
No problem. It's all about being smart and not rushing. That truck will be just fine for you from what it sounds like your needs are
i've been plowing for 4 winters with an 87 chevy 1/2 ton, w studded tires. i enjoy it. plow is only 6'6" meyer. takes me a little longer to move snow sometimes, but it was a $2,000 truck/plow. affordable to fix for sure.
i always thought i needed a heavier duty truck. then i plowed with a nice 2016 f250 w/ 6.7. and definately more weight to push snow around, but also seemed to get stuck more often (cheap tires maybe).
i'm back to plowing with my 1/2 ton 87 chevy. does great.
hope to put a plow on my 02 f150 this season or next, so i have backup, but really i just like to spend money.
Man that old ford was gorgeous
Sure was
I’ve plowed both residential and commercial properties with a 1/2 ton pickup truck and years ago with a Chevy Blazer. My current 1/2 ton plow truck is an 05’ Chevy that I now use for only my driveway and a couple of neighbors. I have an 8’-6” Hinicker on it and all I did to the truck was crank up the torsion bars a bit. (About 1-1/2 turns) Yes the front end does drop a bit but not as bad. With the exception of the rear spring shackles rusting out(and the body is pretty much crap) I haven’t had any major problems caused by snow plowing. But like the guy said in the video. “Don’t beat the hell out of the truck.” If you’re easy on it it’ll plow just as good as any other truck.
I run a 1500 Silverado with a 7.5' meyer poly straight blade and its a money maker$$$$$ ii do some commercial lots and alot of small residential driveways and make alot...yes a 1 ton is nice but not always necessary...YES a half ton truck can be a money machine with a plow!!!!!
Heck yea make that money
We are starting to plow driveways and small lots with a 2000 Ram 1500 sport, it works fine, just put 600lbs in back for ballast, great video #safesidetreatments #hustle #snow
Thanks
I also plowed with a half ton truck for seven years commercial and residential never had one issue that was a 99 Chevy suburban
They’re great trucks
I plowed 3 seasons only with my 1998 wrangler. About 15 Driveways and 2 big parking lots. Never had an issue with it, as long as you take your time and good the care of your equipment it will last forever.
I have seen truck only a few years old, and they are all busted or completely rusted. But that's an operator fault not the equipment
great vid thanks! LOL - we used to plow with Jeep wranglers as kids. If you are careful and smart lowing with a half ton is no problem.
Very true!
@@CountrysideStrong I typo'd I meant PLOW not tow. We towed too though!
Smart man, no need to drop 50 grand on a new HD truck and plow to make money. Stick to mostly residential and a cheaper half ton with a basic plow will be very profitable
Exactly.
One of my truck is 2016 f150 withs snow ex plow ,and surely has its place does great just have to be gentle with it only mod is a 2inch lift infront
Alittle late saw your video. You are totally right. Look at the capacities of the trucks now the 1/2 tin trucks are just as capable as the old school 3/4 tons. And yes you have to prep the truck and know your work. But you should be doing that to 3/4 tins to. Love the video man. Keep in mind most negativity comes from people that have no experience or knowledge of what they are commenting on
You are exactly right and thank you
ive been plowing with f150 and ram 1500 for 4 years and never had a problem with 8 foot meyer setups....timbren front helper springs are the key to stop any front end sagging and weight in back of the bed.
You mean the bumstops right??
Just put a western 7.5ft unimount plow on my offroad 2001 f150. Gonna be putting timbrens on the front end soon. I hope it holds up! Im planning to only do 5 driveways a week...
Great video! I’ve been using a half ton with a HTS for a few years now; and I still love my half ton even though I do have a 3/4 now with a WideOut!
Amen
I mainly mow and landscape but I’m responsible for over 40 commercial properties such as Walgreens, Public Storage, Academy Sports, etc. I mainly pretreat with salt before “storms” are supposed to hit. Usually only snow flurries, and these clients still always want it. Things are tough here (Chattanooga, TN). Impossible to find ice melt aside from Lowes/Home Depot. I cannot find anything cheaper unless you buy a truckload of 18 pallets.
I’m really looking for a plow because I feel one year we will get a true snow and if it’s happened in the past, I would have been absolutely screwed as I’ve never had a plow before.
Did you have any overheating problems? I’m looking to put a HTX on my 2019 trail boss and also a tailgates better as well.
No i never did
Your a Smart man 👍🏻
Thanks
Seen some incredible plowing with TACOMAS. People don’t understand that don’t do it… maneuverability is huge. People use jeeps. Growing up in buffalo, saw tons of k5 blazers. 1500 trucks for plenty of power and a little maneuverability. Best of both worlds. I use an f-250 now with a western tornado salter and it’s a killer rig but feels like I’m driving a Panzer sometimes.
Absolutely and I plowed with a k5 for years. That thing was a beast
Randy that’s sounds like a great route you have and can do in four hours. You have made that very efficient. Sounds like you have taken all of stress out of it. Allow you to enjoy the plowing as well as the winter. We need that time to recharge from the busy lawn season. I think too many guys take on too much and then can’t sleep most of winter stressing over it. Thanks for sharing
You are very correct.
That's the position I'm in now, too stressful. Downsizing next season to make it enjoyable again
JohnDeere50d been doing snow since my first son was one , he will Be twenty two in January. I now do 35 sites, mostly small commercial sidewalks, a couple small parking lots and residential drives . All five min from home . I only want it to snow a few times in Jan and feb . I live for the lawn season!!
@@fivepointslawn2275 ya, my problem is route density. I do about 50 places. But each furthest place is 20 minutes from my shop in the opposite direction. I have to work on shrinking that next season. It took me over 24 hours to complete all sites last storm. I usually run 2 trucks also but my other guy is put until second week of January.
@@fivepointslawn2275 I'm with ya on that
That's because you take your time plowing and sanding and salting and you will always have no wear and tear but now you upgraded. You my friend is a professional that's why you're still in business savy business owners last in the snowplowing business plus years experience pays off. Any suggestions on owning your own business ? Thank you !!! 👍
Thank you and you are exactly right. I have a ton of videos on marketing, route density, employees etc. Check em out.
@@CountrysideStrong
Thank you Sir 👍 I'll do that
Just like to say thank you for the salt ideal with the buckets, put it to work for the church I work for save us a lot of money. Thank you again
Awesome. It's way cheaper and allows you to buy bulk at a much cheaper price
How often did you have to do brakes and ball joints? I’m looking to downsize from a f350 to maybe a gm 1500 with timbren because of fuel consumption
Almost never
Are the newer half ton trucks a little weaker? I have a 2015 ram1500 slt basic model with 4wd. I was thinking of putting a plow on it but i dont want to destroy it.
I’m not really sure but i would never own a dodge because of their transmissions. I know people plow with them but i never see it unless it’s a 2500 or bigger so i can’t say with yours
Very good content. I am running a F350 with a small blade but totally agree with what you say.
Thank you
Good video I use an old 2000 Chev with a Meyers 7-6 plow with fixed wings does fine for me . HAVE A 2012 FORD F 150 and I can't put a plow on it because it has electric steering . Even Ford Canada sent me a bulletin a plow would take the steering motor or rack and pinion or worse out . ( already had that happen no plow involved and no warranty just a 3 grand repair bill )
Ouch
Any recommendations for a reliable tailgate spread? I just have a two small commercial lots (the largest is .80 acres). I was looking at the Snowex Jr 325
Snow ex has always been my favorite brand for spreaders hands down. Been around forever, easy to fix if you need to
All true facts, ive been cutting lawns and plowing snow for 32 years, todays 1/2 tons are tougher and better than the very popular 1980's Chevy and Ford 1/2 and 3/4 tons that alot of us learned to plow in! Look at the facts 1980's pick ups towing capacity only 5000lbs.
I use to have a 1/2 ton Chevy K5 Blazer with a Meyer plow back in the day. That thing was a beast and the short wheelbase was nice in tight spots. Never had an issue.
Oh yea I've plowed with a K5, great trucks
Nice video! My plow vehicle has been a 1999 Jeep XJ Cherokee for a decade, recently I picked up a used 7.5' plow for my F150. The 7.5 pushes a whole lot more, but is less maneuverable than the Jeep. In addition I find my rear sliding sideways thanks to the limited slip diff. Overall the half-ton is great for larger driveways. As you said, don't abuse it... I get some momentum before dropping the plow, and gain momentum to the end rather than slowing down and hitting the gas again at the end... Rarely do I use my brakes to stop, the snow does it for me.
You are exactly right. Thanks for watching and commenting
i want to do this with my 2006 gmc sierra 1500 but my trucks rear wheel drive whats your opinion
I would never plow without 4 wheel drive, especially in a half ton
Wow my first plow truck was a F150 1986 with a meyers... Was a short bed step side auto great plow truck
Hell yea
I've plowed with a bronco/7.5 western and, Tahoe/8' western and 1/2 ton chey/8' Loved them all. I parked the trucks or removed the blades to keep the weight off if not plowing. I do like posse rear ends you can get from the junk yards. I now own a F350 dully with a wide out
Very nice
Brings back the good old days plowing the dealership with a new Jeep cj5 many years ago l miss it nice video 👍
I've always wanted to plow with a Jeep
those jeeps are great for small driveways...
I've been plowing with half ton chevys since mid 90's I've ran buyers wings on my 7'6'' Boss poly since 2005 when new and never had a issue with the poly, I have dinged up my wings from curbs lol, just recently got into 2500hd crew cab 8'2'' Boss with 8' drag plow in rear... I'll run my 8'2'' Vee on my half ton only in a emergency if absolutely necessary
Very nice
so glad you made this video, so TIRED of hearing you shouldn't do it but I TOO been plowing for years with half tons and NEVER had any issues, i just put a straight blade snowdogg on my f150 today and came inside to warm up and saw your video LOL
Absolutely
Image Lawn Service I’m plowing with a 07 f150 with a sno way . Work as well or better then when I plowed with my gmc 2500. Like Randy says all in how you use it. Like most things in life I guess. Good video Randy !!
@@fivepointslawn2275 Amen to that
Which Snowdogg? Stayed happy with it? Any issues? Easy on-off? Truck okay?
@@toddhacker1061 i put the MD75 only because i got an extremely good deal on it but i was searching for an HD. We didn't get that much snow last year so very little plowing done. I still want the HD because the MD is too light and trips easy with just two springs. Easy on and off is 50/50. Not the best but ok
I love the videos and i just bought a plow for my 03 f150 and i fricken love it im rockin a snoway 26 series all steel blade
Hell yea, get it
My first plow truck was a 1983 Ford F250 Custom with a 351 winsor and a 4sp manual transmission, and a Diamond V snowplow. The original V plow.
Great transmissions
I been snow blowing and using a walk behind plow making average $1300 a storm and now I’m in position where I have to buy a 4x4 and a plow because a lot more ppl asking me to do it for them. I’m wondering if it’s a good idea and weather I’ll be able to make more money and still pay for the new truck and maintenance. Please help lol
All depends on what you buy, the accounts you have, the amount of snow you usually get
@@CountrysideStrong thank you and I’m only doing smaller lot just one and the rest is residential driveways. All are small
I got a Western hts on my f150. I take my time and it works great. Pushed 9 inches of snow last night like nothing was there
Yup, lots of guys do it everyday. Just gotta be smart but technically you should be with any truck
How did you like it? Using it this year?
I plowed 5 seasons only with my 1998 wrangler. About 15 Driveways and 2 big parking lots. Never had an issue with it, as long as you take your time and good care of your equipment it will last forever.
I have seen many trucks only a few years old, and they are all busted or completely rusted. But that's the operator's fault, not the equipment
I think it depends on who is plowing! I’ve seen guys down here get big army trucks suck! Because they don’t know how to push snow! You can get just as much out of 1/2 ton as the bigger trucks!
Exactly
The driver has a lot to do with how well a truck works and lasts.
I used a Ranger my first few years for a lot of landscaping work in the city. It wasnt quick or big, but it got me started and I rarely broke anything even when I filled the truck over the cab with wood and branches. Plus it was almost the size of a side by side. It was great for crawling into the backyards of rural properties and getting right up to where I was working.
Great points
Did your first half ton have a snow plow prep package?
No
What did you need to upgrade on the truck to run the plow?
Other than timbren suspension
@@stevesmiscik8815 nope just timbren
Thank you
I have a f250 with DXT. Just bought a straight blad for the f150. I think you're correct its about control not really horse power. I'm thinking about making some videos about the same topic. And I watch that salt video unfortunately I had to get vbox. This year tired of bucks. Thx for sharing
No problem and like u said never trucks and please have their place but if 80-90% of what you're doing is residential, if take a half ton with short wheel base everyday
Best plow truck I ever had was a 1999 Ford F150 single cab short bed. I would still be running that truck but it just plain rusted away.
Yup, been there
Like your video Been plowing for 40 years have used full size blazers 1/2 ton pick-ups I now Have a western 8 foot pro plow the plow is on it's 3rd truck all F250's current one is a 17 F250 never have any major issues no need for a V-plow if you know what your doing.Also put a commercial rubber between the scraper blade an the mull board much less wear & tear an the vehicle.
It's all in how you take care of your equipment
A 1/2 ton truck with a smaller plow works just fine for doing small driveways and small parking lots. You can push a lot of snow in a half ton truck all day long.
That's right
Lake effect? You must live in Michigan also. I’ve plowed for years with my 79 F150. I was thinking of getting a used western v-plow instead of getting a set of wings for my poly plow. It after watching this video, I know what I’m going to do now. I’m going to get the plow wings and weld braces to the frame so it won’t put any stress on the poly. I plow a couple good sized parking lots and scooping the snow would help me get them done faster. Thank you for the information!
I'm in Western New York right along lake Erie and lake Ontario. You'll love those wings
YOU BEAT ON IT IT'S GOING TO BREAK!! On point.
That's right, doesn't matter what it is...
I just got out of the hospital Monday I get my plow on tomorrow I have the timbren on order they should be here tomorrow are they hard to install thanks for all the great videos keep them coming
Nope super easy instructions will be with them
Hardest part is getting the rusted ones off
@@jamespetrich5610 yes that was the hard part but the one on the driver's side was hard with a bolt washer and try to get started was a pain
How much does your poly plow weigh
Of course a 1/2 ton works fine assuming you keep everything relative. Lighter truck, lighter plow. A 1/2 ton truck with proper snow tires, counterweight and a 7.5' straight blade can plow better than a 3/4 ton with a 9.5' V. Surely it's less efficient, but I've done well with a 1/2 ton in the past. It's about the setup and what you're trying to do with it.
I agree until you wrote less efficient. The fact it costs less to buy, less to repair, better on fuel, and usually easier to get into tighter spots.... It's way more efficient. I've had roughly the same plow routes for years through multiple trucks. I get it done no faster with my 3/4 than I did with the 2 half tons I had prior.
@@CountrysideStrong yeah when I said efficient I was talking side by side, 1/2 ton with 7.5 blade vs 3/4 ton with a 8.5 V (or larger) or XLS or something. None of anything anyone says matters, it comes down to income minus overhead/costs and what the bottom line is with how far in the black you end up.
Just found this video I made the investment in a second truck and had a bad experience with def and diesel also needed a shorter wheel base
Ya we don't run diesels
I LOVE THAT old Ford! But yeah, I see plenty of guys with 1/2 ton trucks plowing. Personally I'd prefer 3/4 or 1 ton just because driveline, axles, and front end parts are usually tougher on bigger trucks. But plenty of work can be done with a 1/2 ton. I also prefer diesel, so that means above a 1/2 ton.
Yea it was a great truck. And just so you know, Dodge and Nissan both make half ton diesels if you're interested. There may be more, just Incase you were looking.
@@CountrysideStrong Yeah you are correct. I see the Dodge ones fairly often. Haven't seen the Nissan ones, but I remember they came out. Caterpillar diesel wasn't it? Which is very cool. But I'm not looking right now, no. I got my old 01' F350 7.3 for my wood hauling truck. I prefer the big 1 ton chassis so I can easily haul 1,000 pounds of wood in the bed or pull my big trailer.
Always appreciate the honesty in all of your videos. Very well done.
Thanks
I would swear by Timbrens for the rear suspension
Yup I’ve run them for years in everything front and back
Great for small lots like mine many years ago because of the short wheelbase helps when you're Jeep dealer and you have a new demo💪😁
Very true
I like how senseable you are. I use a 3/4 ton rig, regular cab n all but i use my 3/4 ton for a lot of other purposes. I dont carry salt like u say on occasion hand spread at that. I take a lil more then i can chew in a bigger event but i have friends that have room to take a job or 2 for backup reasons. Im so sprawled out in 2 county's it gets tough. I only run 14 hrs at a time.
Gotta be smart and you'll be just fine. Sounds like you got it figured out 👍
I also use a half ton for plowing F-150 regular cab short bed it is perfect for residential's my 3/4 ton seems way too long when I try to use it do you have multiple trucks one for a backup in case of something breaks on your plow or truck also I've never plowed a parking lot before but everybody says you make a lot more money from them curious on your thoughts I could not imagine doing 50 I have 35 I do have to do all the sidewalks and it takes me between 10 and 13 hours to run my route but I am spread out in three towns with a distance being close to an hour a part
I can do my entire route in 4 hrs, sometimes less if the roads are in good shape. Parking lots are very competitive, everyone wants them so that drives the price down just like commercial mowing. Allot of problems with lots such as having to salt, allot more liability, different insurance restrictions, zero tolerances. I def prefer driveways.
Great video thanks
How do you feel about a dedicated winter truck tire for plowing or should a all terrain / 4 season truck tire be ok for plowing. Also is a leveling kit suggested on a 1500 to help with front end dip? Great video
I use all season and do a leveling kit. Then add timbren or sumo suspension blocks
What about with a 2008 Dodge 3500 cummins dually that is two wheel drive positraction and heavy duty flatbed.
Like putting some serious wieght in the back and chains?
No Dodge, ever
@@CountrysideStrong What is the reason behind the Dodge I somehow missed that?
@@alchemy1 I’ve owned a couple, not a fan, same with allot of friends. We’ve all had endless transmission issues. Just not for me
@@CountrysideStrong At present time I have a blade on 2001 4x4 dodge 1/2 ton. Been cleaning the entire neighborhood, church parking lots etc. Crazy work horse for what it is, no issues with anything. It could maybe use another extra battery (optional). I just wanted to upgrade to a diesel and at least 3/4 ton.
I was looking at this 2008 Dodge 3500 with 6.7 cummins and 86000 miles on it. Dually 2WD. That was the main reason I watched your video.
How would such a truck perform with 2000 lbs of rock in the back of its heavy duty steel flat bed anad good tires. I can't handle the misery of chain aside from it limitations driving on areas with no snow.
There are a certain bunch of people out there that like to create hate and discontent for some odd reason. Don't let them bug ya-I plow with an 8 foot fisher plow on my half ton shortbed chevy 5 speed standard and I don't have any trouble what so ever.Plowing requires a bit of patience and a bit of common sense and as long as you don't try moving a mountain of frozen snow/ice all in one swipe,things usually go pretty good.
Agreed
Very good points. IDK how those guys that live say south of Buffalo handle it where they get like 4ft over night? I would imagine it would be tough keeping up with it falling 3 to 4 in an hour with those heavy bands. I always wondered how they keep up or if they can at all. I would imagine they would need some heavy duty equip in some of those areas.
It's pretty rare they ever get that much at once
Boss or Western if you had to buy a new plow today? I have also considered the boss v plow just because we get heavy snows . Yes it's going on a 1/2 ton Ford. Thanks
Boss, no question. Really like my Western but Boss was way better
Idk who has been saying not to use 1/2 ton trucks to plow with but that’s what I use. My 2500 sits at home. I can put my half ton long bed in more places, burn less fuel, and carry everything I need. If you can’t push it with a 1/2 ton then you can’t do it with a 3/4 ton. You just can’t plow. Some people think bigger is better but that’s just not true in snow.
Amen to that
My set up short box GMC 7'6" western pro plow. I have 42 driveways and only do driveways and can get through them all in 10 hours. It's perfect for what I do. I would challenge anyone with a bigger truck to do it more efficiently.
I have a 2006 chevy silverado 1/2 ton. I put my 7 1/2 foot plow on it around 2010 and still use it. I am just now getting ready to put extension pieces on it. Never had a problem. It is a blade I had on my dodge 3/4 ton. I made parts to adapt
That's awesome
@@CountrysideStrong my plow is a BOSS. All I have had to replace to this point is one hose and the solenoid. I bought this blade originally for the dodge I mentioned earlier back in October 2000.
Good vid
Thank you
1st year plowing with my 13 Silverado 1/2ton reg cab with a Western v blade. So far so good. Just remember things youv'e said n take my time. 25 accounts and the furthest is 3 miles from my house. Wondering if you run an aux battery?
Nope just one battery
v-blade is just a little bit heavy for a half ton... but i run one on my half, i just beefed up the front suspension a bit, no problems with it now
@@adamdeutchman138 I know guys that have done that. All about plowing smart
yeah, that s why I take it a bit easy on it. Got it cheap from my son in law so working with what I have for now. Did you do more than add spacers and timbrens to the front?
@@abearslife863 no spacers, just timbrens. Nope that's all I did and never broke anything
I prefer 3/4 tons because I can the larger 8ft+ blades. We take care of 40+ commercial properties so the larger blade helps a lot. In my opinion I would get a 1/2 ton for residential/HOA's where you need to be more maneuverable.
Agreed, lots of commercials I'd def run 3/4 or 1 tons
Very informative and entertaining snow plow video. Keep up the good work and stay safe!
Thank you
I plowed in a 2016 Colorado that had a 7.6 Boss htx and a western tailgate spreader. It was the best trucks for plowing driveways I have owned.
I've heard that. I know a guy in Buffalo that had 7 of them and they were used for residential and tight little lots in the city of Buffalo. He made a killing when guys with bigger trucks couldn't do it. Now he does it all with jeeps
I plow and run a salter on a half ton truck just fine. I hate the bigger trucks cause they are too bulky and less agile.
My 2500 really isn’t any wider or longer than my half tons were and my 2500’s actually turn much sharper but i would still have no objections to plowing regular snow storms with a half ton again.
@Countryside Vlogs. I’ve plowed for years with an ‘02 Ford Ranger that had a 6’8” Fisher Homesteader poly plow and had no issues. I’ve plowed 16-18” of snow without issue. I struggled in the same places bigger trucks did when plowing that wonderful heavy, wet, “mashed potato” snow and on the flip side of that coin I could get into driveways and other places the larger trucks couldn’t.
Each truck/plow setup has its own set of advantages and disadvantages. As long as you plow smart and don’t beat the stuffing out of the truck regardless of the size, the smaller trucks are just as capable.
Exactly
Good video. I just bought a 2011 Silverado today. It might end up with a plow on it. Also looked up this timbren thing, I don't doubt they work.
They are amazing I won't be without them for plowing and for towing
First year i went with out them cuz i thought i would save 200 bucks. But i would never go back. They are pretty much taller robust bump stops. I think i added 2 washers also to raise it up abit more
@@jamespetrich5610 awesome
I'm curious if you have ever seen anyone use a steel cutting edge on the buyers wings and if not do you think it's possible to do so thanks!!
I've never heard of it but I don't think I would suggest it I think you would probably end up doing more damage then good in my opinion
I have an 8-foot plus stainless steel Pro plow on my 1999 Chevy 1500 it's fine
Awesome
why did you give up salting?
I only had a couple that required it so it wasn’t worth the cost to keep doing it
Sure it is. By the way love your 86 ford.
Thanks
Ok, I gotz nothing funny to say on this video. This was pure unadulterated truth from beginning to end!! And man that 87 was a beauty!!! What tires you runnin Randy?? Hoping all is well, Dirty Jersey out!!
It was an 86 but you are right, loved that truck. BF Goodrich
@@CountrysideStrong I thought you ran BFG'z. Great tires!! Stay Golden Ponyboy 💯💯💯
I'll do ya one better. Been plowing with a ranger for the past 6 years commercially without any problems. Works really good for those tight spots and drive thrus.
Hell yea
Do you ever have a problem with the snow not spilling off to the side of the wings when you have the plow angled and you’re driving straight?
I’m thinking about switching to a half ton truck and I’m considering a setup like yours. Also do you have a video of how you modified the wings?
Ya there's videos of it
No I've never had an issue
Silicone spray it
Wings on a poly?? How did you mount them?
Welded the brackets to the frame instead of bolting through the blade
@@CountrysideStrong Ahh - gotcha!
i see alot of 1/2 ton plow trucks down here in indiana....alot more than the bigger trucks
Allot more here as well. It's like that everywhere from what I hear. That's why I wonder why the heck so many people come on here and other channels saying it doesn't work
what do they know... lol
Maybe the only thing it would wear out is the front hubs is all I think would happen. Half tons can tow over 10k so I don't see why they can't move some snow. And like you said most of the breakdowns on plow trucks is because the treat them last garbage. Even old manual 1 tons have bad synchros and chewed up gears because of the constant forward and reverse without completely stopping.
You are correct
So you spent 400 on buckets and lids for salt no straight blades does not move more snow than a v especially when a v blade has wings and you don't have to go full scoop to begin with but I think alot of guys have 3/4 or 1 ton because they need them in summer for hauling machinery like skid loaders
Hell it doesn't I'll match my straight to a V blade of the same size any day with a tape measure. Tape measures don't lie
If the plow is made for the model of your truck, and the salt spreader is designed for your model number your fine
That doesn't make any sense. Plows and spreaders aren't designed specifically for certain trucks.
@@CountrysideStrong yes they are. I couldn't put a wide out on my 2500 as it wasn't rated for it. Shop wouldn't install it. Had to use a v plow from boss that was designed to meet the rating of my vehicle
First I've ever heard of that and I've been doing this 23 years there's all kinds of guys around here that have wide-outs on their 2500 HDs as a matter of fact I have a 2500 HD and I have a 10-ft v-blade for it but I also have an 8/10 wide out and I swap back and forth between them without an issue
Western installer would not install it per westerns guidelines for liability reasons. Boss was the same way. But I got a better plow from boss then western.
Yeah that's weird I never heard of that maybe it's something new they're doing somebody probably did something they shouldn't have and sued so they came out with those guidelines
I plowed with a 2003 ford F150 for 15 years. Last year I I stepped up to a 2017 Ford F250
Exactly
We have a couple of 1500 we still use for plowing and one has 250,000 miles on it so don’t listen to ppl that tell you that you can’t do it. It has a western plow on it.
Yup, I agree
Do you shovel sidewalks and front steps?
Listen to the video
I think way back in the day the old willy's cj5 was the most popular plow vehicle
You are right. Some old Farmers around here still use them
you smart i think you right? what brand and model its that salter?
It was a SnowEx. I can't remember the model..... 1560 or something like that. It's the biggest tailgate salter they make. Go to their website and check them out. I did full videos on it so look through my videos also and you'll see the full thing plus the upgrades I did to it
I do it with a newish ram 1500. I do miss my f250 and hiniker plow. I love the new ram but my f250 was a better plow truck by far
All about preference. Gotta do what works for you
Yeah i hear ya. Id trade again but its damn expensive to trade trucks when you do snow plow and salt too.
@@jeffwhite8017 oh I'm aware. Big money
Yep sucks lol. Ill just keep the ram lol
Ok I c u nice video
Thanks
If people say you cannot plow with a 1/2 ton, then please explain all the jeeps that have been doing it for decades.
I have two large apartment complexes, we have a 2500 silverado, John Deere 2032 tractor and TJ Jeep.
Tractor does sidewalks with a plow or broom. Jeep does all the tight parking areas. 2500 open areas .
I agree
That was a good looking red Ford truck you had 😉
Was an awesome truck
Good video good advice thanks my dude
@@ronnrogers9459 thanks appreciate it
@@CountrysideStrong Ur welcome