Plow Recommendations
Posting Guru
Joined: Oct 2010
Posts: 1,777
Likes: 0
I would be interested in seeing these pictures as well. I saw a 2010 in the Fisher dealer lot with a blade installed. I saw they had removed the entire air dam. Couldn't get a good look at what the truck looks like with the plow mounting hardware and no air dam.
Posting Guru
Joined: Oct 2010
Posts: 1,777
Likes: 0
Thanks for posting the pictures. Since the Fisher & Western mounts I believe are the same, were they able to use factory holes for the mount? That is one of the grips I have had about the Meyer installations. They would drill new holes in the frame and not dress the holes and I would end up with rust in the hole and on the mounting bolt.
With the air dam off, it sure changes the look upfront. Do you think if the air dam were trimmed it could be remounted?
With the air dam off, it sure changes the look upfront. Do you think if the air dam were trimmed it could be remounted?
Mountain Pass
Joined: Sep 2007
Posts: 110
Likes: 3
From: Boston
Check and see if the 2 wheel drive air dam fits.
On my 08 I replaced the dam with the 2 wheel drive version and it fit perfect. (Fisher plow)
I plan on doing this when my truck arrives in a couple weeks.(Fisher Plow)
On my 08 I replaced the dam with the 2 wheel drive version and it fit perfect. (Fisher plow)
I plan on doing this when my truck arrives in a couple weeks.(Fisher Plow)
Posting Guru
Joined: Oct 2010
Posts: 1,777
Likes: 0
Thanks for the recommendation. I think it looks a bit naked up front without it. Let's keep in touch. It sounds like your truck is a couple weeks ahead of mine. My truck isn't scheduled to be built for another couple of weeks.
Junior User
Joined: Dec 2006
Posts: 70
Likes: 0
From: nj
[quote=Marauder92V;9578168]Thanks for posting the pictures. Since the Fisher & Western mounts I believe are the same, were they able to use factory holes for the mount? That is one of the grips I have had about the Meyer installations. They would drill new holes in the frame and not dress the holes and I would end up with rust in the hole and on the mounting bolt.
fisher and western use different mounting, fisher is on solid mound were the western is 2 parts with the 2nd part being the removabal ears the plow slides into. its strange as western,fisher and blizzard are all owned by dd yet all 3 are different in their own ways
fisher and western use different mounting, fisher is on solid mound were the western is 2 parts with the 2nd part being the removabal ears the plow slides into. its strange as western,fisher and blizzard are all owned by dd yet all 3 are different in their own ways
Freshman User
Joined: Jan 2010
Posts: 33
Likes: 0
Here is my just installed Fisher XLS plow on my F250 just did it today in my opinion this is the best setup fisher ,,as far as the dealer told me is the only company that makes a push to attach to plow mounts in off season .that you not only don't see the plow mounts ,but you can also have a nice set of KC lites on there... 
FTE Stories
Ford Trucks for Ford Truck Enthusiasts
AEV FXL Super Duty - the Super Duty Raptor Ford Doesn't Make
Brett Foote
Lobo Vs Lobo: Proof the F-150 Lobo Should Be Even Lower!
Michael S. Palmer
Ford's 2001 Explorer Sportsman Concept Looks For a New Home
Verdad Gallardo
10 Best Ford Truck Engines We Miss the Most!
Joe Kucinski
2026 Shelby F-150 Off-Road: Better Than a Raptor R?
Brett Foote
2027 Super Duty Carhartt Package First Look: 12 Things You NEED to Know!
Michael S. Palmer
10 Most Surprising 2026 Ford Truck Features!
Joe Kucinski
Top 10 Ford Trucks Coming to Mecum Indy 2026
Brett Foote
5 Best / 5 Worst Ford Truck Wheels of All Time
Joe Kucinski
Posting Guru
Joined: Oct 2010
Posts: 1,777
Likes: 0
Thanks for posting the pictures! It looks like you modifed the existing air dam, correct? Just notched out the where the mounts are? I will print the air dam modification picture and tell them to "do this". They have been removing them on the trucks I have seen.
Also, I looked seriously at the XLS. Have you used them before? I am still leaning towards the V blade but sure would like to have that 10 foot reach!
Also, I looked seriously at the XLS. Have you used them before? I am still leaning towards the V blade but sure would like to have that 10 foot reach!
Senior User
Joined: Sep 2010
Posts: 421
Likes: 1
From: League City, TX
Just wanted to say that this is one of the most informative threads that I have seen in a while. I have no use for a plow, being from the Houston suburbs, but the information has been great. Thanks,
Lead Driver
Joined: Jan 2010
Posts: 6,600
Likes: 83
But that plow sure looks great on that truck! haha.
Posting Guru
Joined: Oct 2010
Posts: 1,777
Likes: 0
My Skilz - what part of NY are you in? I am in the Buffalo area this week for deer season. Also spending some time checking out the local plow dealer prices. If you are in WNY, can you drop me the name of the dealer? Would certainly be interested in having them quote me. From your pictures, it looks like a quality installation. Are the harnesses run clean (i.e. rubber grommets on the firewall, battery connections good)? Can you run some pictures of the rest of the install? Did you go with the control pad?
Randy -- this is a good thread. Dealing with aftermarket products can be tricky. Seen way too many crappy installations, not to mention products that just aren't design for the rig being forced fit. Glad everyone is sharing their experiences. Snow plows are a BIG investments. Maybe we can send some snow down your way...
Randy -- this is a good thread. Dealing with aftermarket products can be tricky. Seen way too many crappy installations, not to mention products that just aren't design for the rig being forced fit. Glad everyone is sharing their experiences. Snow plows are a BIG investments. Maybe we can send some snow down your way...
Freshman User
Joined: Jan 2010
Posts: 33
Likes: 0
Yes , i notched out the air dam myself with a dremel .Most of the dealers i spoke with just remove them ,as it is more work to notch them ... but i looked into the price if i ever want to replace it its $100 for a new one .. No i never used a XLS before but since i do some large parking lots the 10ft could not be better for coverage ...Thanks
Posting Guru
Joined: Oct 2010
Posts: 1,777
Likes: 0
You guys down south are missing out on all the fun! Nothing like starting to plow at dusk and plowing until dawn two days later! I know a lot of guys hate plowing and I have to admit there were a few days of all night plowing that I was about to scream UNCLE!
But there is nothing more satisfying than driving that pile up 10 feet in the mound! Of course, getting paid for it doesn't hurt either!
But there is nothing more satisfying than driving that pile up 10 feet in the mound! Of course, getting paid for it doesn't hurt either!
Posting Guru
Joined: Oct 2010
Posts: 1,777
Likes: 0
Clean-up
Yes , i notched out the air dam myself with a dremel .Most of the dealers i spoke with just remove them ,as it is more work to notch them ... but i looked into the price if i ever want to replace it its $100 for a new one .. No i never used a XLS before but since i do some large parking lots the 10ft could not be better for coverage ...Thanks