Snow Plows on F-150's
 

I know, I know, half tons weren't made for plowing snow. I don't plan on using it for commercial usage - just my driveway and camp driveway. I'm not looking for suggestions for using a different mode of removal or vehicle.

I'd like some responses (both pros and cons) form those of you that have had firsthand experience with plowing/plows on the F-150. What make and model do you guys recommend?

I've read somewhere that it is suggested that we use on that is 7'6" wide?

I've looked up SnowSport HD plows, which are nice a light but they look too basic. Fisher? Western? Boss?

Other plow suggestions?

Thanks.

Carl

Never had one on a 150, but I've plowed with everything, easiest mounting, easiest to use, and most durable poly plows are the boss. They make a poly plow for the 150's that are supposed to be a good fit

Never had one on a 150, but I've plowed with everything, easiest mounting, easiest to use, and most durable poly plows are the boss. They make a poly plow for the 150's that are supposed to be a good fit

Does your truck already have the heavy duty front springs?

Poly Plow

I run a Fisher 7.5' SD (standard duty) plow on my 07. This set up works very well with the stock suspension. No need to throw your money at heavier springs, leveling kits or Timbrens (spring rubbers). It's a steel plow with a poly edge.

I ran this set up on my 03 F150 also.

Visit www.plowsite.com for more plow information and more folks who plow.

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PlowSite.com is a very good place for information.

I think I'm leaning towards the FISHER 7'6" HT MINUTE MOUNT set-up. A few of my buddies have recommended this and they run the Minute Mount on their 1500 Chevy's.


What's the difference between the HT Series and the SD Series?


Will a 4" Rancho Lift affect the plow or will they drop down pretty low?


THANKS!

Carl

These really are better questions to ask over at PlowSite. They have tons of experience over there with pretty much every brand.

Which plows you have as options is determined by your FGAWR and GVWR. I was going to put a plow on my F150 but it was near impossible to find one that was light enough since the truck doesn't have a plow package.

Most dealers won't install a plow on a truck if their selection guides say it';s not recommended because of the liability involved.

One of the local plow dealers here got involved in a big law suit when somebody with an over weight 1/2 ton truck with a plow that shouldn't be on it lost control and caused an accident. Ever since that all the local dealers refuse to do installs if it isn't in the guide book.

The Lift might also limit your choices but I'm not sure on that.

Just remember that the second you attach a plow to your truck resale value drops rapidly.


Personally I would do something along the lines of what I did, which is buy an older truck and try to get a used plow setup to put onto it.

But really for the best advice on plows head over to PlowSite. Not only are there knowledgeable professionals there that plow as a full time job, but the plow manufacturers also have reps there that will be able to answer most any of your questions.

Argh... don't wreck your truck.

Get a F250 or higher... heck, depending on your drive, you might not even need 4x4.

I've been contemplating on doing that to my '02 Dodge Diesel 4x2 and getting a cheapo poly plow and use that hideous thing. :smoke:

And man... what ever you do, don't and I repeat, don't start doing other's drives.

Why?!

2 reasons:

1. You don't know what is hidden in their driveway. Like for example, a buddy of mine move a 500 lb rock with his 350 diesel plow truck with a boss commercial blade. Didn't know it until the lady called him up during the spring after all the snow melted and demanded he move the rock back. I can only imagine what that did to his truck.

2. Other's aren't going to buy a new truck or service for you unless you charge them a high rate of money. Which I doubt they would.

He's stated he's planning on plowing his driveway at home and at camp. I'm betting he knows if there's some obstruction that might be an issue vs plowing someone elses driveway.

Ownership of a truck causes things to break or wear out. Adding a properly sized plow and using it sensibly WILL NOT be a problem. I've been plowing with half tons for a few decades now and have yet to have an issue.

Value, especially from a trade in perspective, can be an issue. Many dealers will play the "oh it's got a plow, it must be beat" game. But well maintained truck with a plow will still bring reasonable money in a private sale. Just understand, that 4 grand you throw into the plow is something you will pretty much give away.

Before you take the plunge, if you'll be driving your truck down the road with the plow on. Be sure to notify your insurance company that you added the plow. It will raise your insurance a good bit, but if you are in an accident with the plow and it's not on the policy, you may have an issue.