Trying to mount plow to my D180

[ericjr16 125]

Hi guys you all know the feeling. Trying to mount the 54” snow plow to our D-180. Looks like I’m missing the hydraulic to plow lift assembly. The part looks like it allows it to float. Any idea on its availability? We might have a go on making it. Anybody got pictures of it for me to copy?

Thanks guys! 

[Skipper 1,788]

For a front blade, I would not want it floating. You are most likely going to need some down force  

[ericjr16 125]

17 hours ago, Skipper said:

For a front blade, I would not want it floating. You are most likely going to need some down force  

My thoughts as well. We took a lift rod from the deck that came with it and mounted it that way. Used it on dirt pile on property and boy does this thing push!

Sorry for the double post, stupid iPhone said no internet connection while posting first thread so thought it wasn't posted.

[Skipper 1,788]

You will be happy with that tiller too. They do a really good job IMO.

["D"- Man 827]

Does it look like this?

Edited July 23, 2018 by "D"- Man

[ericjr16 125]

15 hours ago, "D"- Man said:

Does it look like this?

Hi no the manual showed what appears to be a L type bracket with a spring and a notch in bottom. The plow then can move up or down by overcoming spring pressure it looks like. This bracket is on the tractor already. 

[Sarge 3,462]

That spring loaded link is designed to be adjustable for down pressure and allow the blade to float a certain amount on the D series. Just have to hunt around and keep your eyes open on Ebay - they do show up once in a while. 

You could also just built a solid lift link and go that route, but be aware that blade is quite heavy and will easily cut into things or catch itself on cracks, or anything else sticking up. The resulting shock load can blow out the pump coupling if it's getting worn, as most are on the D's - it's their biggest weak link in the drivetrain.

 

Sarge