10 Tips from the Pros for Better Snowplowing

During the winter it’s vital to keep driveways
and access routes free from snow

Setting Up for Snowplowing

• Even if your plow came with SAE fastenings use metric nuts and bolts when installing plow mounts, push tubes and plow blades. ATVs and UTVs are metric machines so keeping all the fastenings the same saves you having to switch between wrench sets.
• Adjust your front tire pressures and front suspension to compensate for the additional weight of the plow and to stop ‘porpoising’.
• Make sure your plow lift system raises the blade high enough to clear any obstacles – high curbs, landscaping features, etc.

While You’re Plowing

Always use tire chains. The more traction you have the easier and faster you’ll plow.

After Snowplowing

Listen to what the snow pros have to say
and you’ll be plowing like a pro yourself

• Always inspect the plow for wear and/or damage. This will give you ample warning if something needs replacing and you’ll be ready to plow the next time a snowstorm hits.

By John Bone