Adding snowplow with no snowplow prep package.
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Adding snowplow with no snowplow prep package.
My understanding is the snowplow prep package just adds more heavy duty springs. When we ordered the truck (f250) we didn’t order the plow prep package.
Last night the wife wife and I were talking about maybe getting a plow to do the driveway. Can this be done if you don’t have the plow package? I’m not looking for commercial work but just my own driveway.
Thoughts?
Last night the wife wife and I were talking about maybe getting a plow to do the driveway. Can this be done if you don’t have the plow package? I’m not looking for commercial work but just my own driveway.
Thoughts?
Tuned
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What springs do you have in the front? Should be on the tag inside the drivers door.
I added a plow to my 99 superduty that did not have the plow prep. If you are not doing commercial, it should not be an issue for occasional use.
I added a plow to my 99 superduty that did not have the plow prep. If you are not doing commercial, it should not be an issue for occasional use.
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Shouldn’t have any issues. Alot depends on the weight of the plow though.
I had a 2006 F350 5.4l cc without the snowplow prep on it. Put a 8.5’ Western MVP with wings on it - about 1,000 lbs of added front end weight.
The oem 4,800 lb front springs handled it fine, but driving around the tips if the blade would scrape in some cases. Put 6,000 lb springs on and it reduced the sag by maybe 1.5”
I had a 2006 F350 5.4l cc without the snowplow prep on it. Put a 8.5’ Western MVP with wings on it - about 1,000 lbs of added front end weight.
The oem 4,800 lb front springs handled it fine, but driving around the tips if the blade would scrape in some cases. Put 6,000 lb springs on and it reduced the sag by maybe 1.5”
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Shouldn’t have any issues. Alot depends on the weight of the plow though.
I had a 2006 F350 5.4l cc without the snowplow prep on it. Put a 8.5’ Western MVP with wings on it - about 1,000 lbs of added front end weight.
The oem 4,800 lb front springs handled it fine, but driving around the tips if the blade would scrape in some cases. Put 6,000 lb springs on and it reduced the sag by maybe 1.5”
I had a 2006 F350 5.4l cc without the snowplow prep on it. Put a 8.5’ Western MVP with wings on it - about 1,000 lbs of added front end weight.
The oem 4,800 lb front springs handled it fine, but driving around the tips if the blade would scrape in some cases. Put 6,000 lb springs on and it reduced the sag by maybe 1.5”
Not for sure we are going this route it was just a discussion and not knowing about it I was just thinking and wondering if it can be done.
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First truck I put a plow on was a 1999 Expedition; had a 7.5’ Snoway. No plow prep on it, but did have the towing package so had a tranny cooler.
Worked fine; no issues. Just for a personal country size driveway in the snowbelt
as was said above, don’t overthink it. If money’s not an issue, just do it. Much nicer plowing snow than blowing snow.
Worked fine; no issues. Just for a personal country size driveway in the snowbelt
as was said above, don’t overthink it. If money’s not an issue, just do it. Much nicer plowing snow than blowing snow.
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I picked up a 2012 f250 two years ago without a snow plow package that has 4800 lb springs in front. I put a 8ft Fisher plow on it and it works fine. The snow plow package has 6000 lb springs and a higher out put alternator.
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I did get the extra extra heavy duty alternator. I laugh at the name since it’s not extra heavy duty but extra extra heavy duty. What’s after that? Extra extra extra?
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Just go with a lighter plow like a snow way. I bought my SD with snow plow prep. I do commercial snowplowing and my Boss Snowplow dealer was adamant because of the size (9'2 v blade). Im sure you'll be fine. Enjoy 
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Dual extra extra heavy lmao
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I did this awhile ago with a 2005 truck I had. Only plowed my own driveway and a few favors. When I went to trade it in I got way less for the truck because it had been used to plow. Whether you use it for your own driveway or plow commercially it makes no difference to the dealer when you trade. Your truck has been branded as a plow truck. If you have other options like a small tractor you might be better off. Just my 2 cents
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I did this awhile ago with a 2005 truck I had. Only plowed my own driveway and a few favors. When I went to trade it in I got way less for the truck because it had been used to plow. Whether you use it for your own driveway or plow commercially it makes no difference to the dealer when you trade. Your truck has been branded as a plow truck. If you have other options like a small tractor you might be better off. Just my 2 cents
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I wouldn't change anything on your truck. Your truck will handle it fine. I have a new 8' Western Pro Plus (800 plus pounds) that I can put on and off in a min, so if you want ease of use....that's the brand for you. I also only plow my driveway, I do have the plow package though, but in my opinion....not needed for my needs.
And if you want to sell it, and don't want to let anyone know it's plowed (not right though) the wiring is ALL plug and play, except for the controller power. Even the truck side mount requires no drilling, and can be removed.... and old bolts that came with the truck can be re-installed.
And if you want to sell it, and don't want to let anyone know it's plowed (not right though) the wiring is ALL plug and play, except for the controller power. Even the truck side mount requires no drilling, and can be removed.... and old bolts that came with the truck can be re-installed.
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Your truck will handle it fine for your use. Just drop the plow on a hard level surface. If everything backs out smoothly when you unhook... then it will re attach smoothly when you re connect.