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Old Jun 29, 2010 | 09:14 PM
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Since we get a lot of new guys asking what's what, what would be 1 suggestion y'all would give to a new guy looking to start plowing?
 
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Old Jun 29, 2010 | 10:50 PM
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Originally Posted by Pinky Demon
Since we get a lot of new guys asking what's what, what would be 1 suggestion y'all would give to a new guy looking to start plowing?
LOL. Run the other direction and forget you ever thought of it!

Seriously, definitely drive for someone else first. Plowing isn't for everyone. Some people just can't handle sitting in a truck for hours on end going backwards and forwards all night long...
 
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Old Jul 2, 2010 | 07:54 AM
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This is my newest addition, picked it up last night. It's a brand new - old stock, pre DD Blizzard 8611LP.
 

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Old Jul 2, 2010 | 10:02 PM
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This is my newest addition, picked it up last night. It's a brand new - old stock, pre DD Blizzard 8611LP.
Damn. Where did you manage to find that at? I'm not all that familiar with the Blizzard line, is it an expandable wing plow or what?
 
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Old Jul 3, 2010 | 09:34 AM
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I'm getting a Boss Power-V installed in September. Here in Indiana, I don't think there would be much call for the larger XT flared version, but I am debating on the 8'-2" or 9'-2". I will only be plowing a couple small lots and a few drives but want it done fast...recommendations?
 
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Old Jul 3, 2010 | 10:22 AM
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I run the Boss 9'2" XT and love it. I had a Blizzard 810 for 2 seasons and it broke to many times in 2 seasons so I switched to the BOSS.

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Old Jul 4, 2010 | 11:49 PM
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I'm getting a Boss Power-V installed in September. Here in Indiana, I don't think there would be much call for the larger XT flared version, but I am debating on the 8'-2" or 9'-2". I will only be plowing a couple small lots and a few drives but want it done fast...recommendations?
I thought the XT was bull too, until I found out how much it helps with the carrying capacity of a plow in scoop mode. In your situation, I would go with a 8' 2" plow, especially with the driveways, and get some wings to go with it. This way, you can be pushing a 10' plow, but get the 8' 2" convenience when you need it.
 
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Old Jul 5, 2010 | 07:30 AM
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Originally Posted by Pinky Demon
I thought the XT was bull too, until I found out how much it helps with the carrying capacity of a plow in scoop mode. In your situation, I would go with a 8' 2" plow, especially with the driveways, and get some wings to go with it. This way, you can be pushing a 10' plow, but get the 8' 2" convenience when you need it.

Width and wings...I just had aflashback to an embarassing conversation with the drugstore clerk when I was sent in to buy maxi pads for my ol' lady.
 
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Old Jul 5, 2010 | 09:09 AM
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Width and wings...I just had aflashback to an embarassing conversation with the drugstore clerk when I was sent in to buy maxi pads for my ol' lady.
yikes....
 
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Old Jul 5, 2010 | 09:25 AM
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Installed it. Pinky, it goes from 8'-6" to 11'-0". Found it in Scranton.
 
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Installed it. Pinky, it goes from 8'-6" to 11'-0". Found it in Scranton.
Good lord. That thing is a monster...
 
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Originally Posted by rjfetz1
I run the Boss 9'2" XT and love it. I had a Blizzard 810 for 2 seasons and it broke to many times in 2 seasons so I switched to the BOSS.

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How's your truck handling it?
 
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Width and wings...I just had aflashback to an embarassing conversation with the drugstore clerk when I was sent in to buy maxi pads for my ol' lady.
 
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Does anybody have specs for the front axle capacities on a 2002?
 
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Old Jul 8, 2010 | 07:48 AM
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Your truck has a Dana 50 front axle with a 5,200 lb rating.
 
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