craigbic 47 #276 Posted December 1, 2014 Here's what I'll be using this year: 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bmsgaffer 2,043 #277 Posted December 1, 2014 Craig: What is the model number on that snow blower? It looks like a tall chute with the deflector and the rotation gear, but its short! Never seen anything like that before, just curious! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PaulC 341 #278 Posted December 1, 2014 Good catch Brandon! looks to me like someone removed the lower section for some reason? which is weird because no one ever wants to go smaller??? at least I didn't refer to page 11 of this thread Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
craigbic 47 #279 Posted December 1, 2014 Yes it is a tall chute and yes I did remove the extension. The snow the other day was extra heavy and wet in Western, MA and the extension had some internal rust and even with oil sprayed into it, it kept clogging. I removed the chute and got much better results. I plan on smoothing out the extension a bit and repainting the inside and then putting it back into it's proper place. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bmsgaffer 2,043 #280 Posted December 1, 2014 Aha! That makes sense. I thought you may have had a rare model or something. Glad to hear that works, I will make a note for heavier snow in the future! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
craigbic 47 #281 Posted December 1, 2014 I even tried giving it a quick hit with a sanding pad while it was still on the tractor but it didn't help. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PaulC 341 #282 Posted December 1, 2014 Wet nasty snow can make it a real p.i.t.a. I was given a can of graphite spray paint by another member to try out with him telling me it does a real good job. It says on the can about use for blowers and mower decks even I think I have now sprayed both of mine with it but have yet to be able to try them. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
craigbic 47 #283 Posted December 1, 2014 I've tried the graphite spray and found that PAM cooking spray worked just as well. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RMCIII 838 #284 Posted December 1, 2014 Sno - Jet.... 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ken B 3,116 #285 Posted December 1, 2014 This year I'm gonna tone it down a little and go with this sweet runnin 855. There is probably 150 pounds of weight on each rear tire between the weights and calcium in the tires. With the two link chains and narrow rear tires its gonna be unstoppable.if we get any real deep stuff I'll use my Toro 8/24 walk behind snow blower.. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ericj 1,576 #286 Posted December 2, 2014 This year I'm gonna tone it down a little and go with this sweet runnin 855. There is probably 150 pounds of weight on each rear tire between the weights and calcium in the tires. With the two link chains and narrow rear tires its gonna be unstoppable.if we get any real deep stuff I'll use my Toro 8/24 walk behind snow blower.. what your not going to use that new tractor you just got, what was that, oh yea that 420 lse lol eric j 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ken B 3,116 #287 Posted December 2, 2014 Yeah I won't be using that one! 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PMaine 31 #288 Posted December 2, 2014 Here is my rig. Windshield wiper motor in the works! 5 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Eric857 54 #289 Posted December 2, 2014 I will be using my 857, Little Red Riding Hood, this year. I have never really plowed before so it should be interesting. I even have a flashing light that plugs into the tractors cigarette lighter so I can be seen by any and all traffic while plowing out my house and other houses. Might be overkill but its funny so so its worth the laugh. The light is not seen in the image. 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JERSEYHAWG / Glenn 4,487 #290 Posted December 2, 2014 My main snow remover this year is going to be my recently acquired 520H. Mounted on it will be the tall chute I got at the end of last year. Can't wait to feel that Onan torque and compare it to the 416-8 from last year. The plow that came with the 520 won't be used. Probably sell it. The 522xi with the mint single stage won't be used either. I still have my wrangler with plow on standby. And the walk behind 15 year old murray for walkways etc. The 520 "can't wait" for the 500 ft driveway battle is my main battle tank. Just have to put the chains on. And no snow cab yet either. Glenn 8 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JERSEYHAWG / Glenn 4,487 #291 Posted December 2, 2014 Yeah I won't be using that one! Ken, now that you cleaned the rust you can start over. Lol J/K,,,,,,,,,,,,I dont blame you. Glenn Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RMCIII 838 #292 Posted December 2, 2014 Ken - Come on! Just 1 video of the 420 blowing some light snow would be so COOL! I bet if you got the right shot it would be used as a photo for the calendar. PMain - Nice cab and tractor. Did they give you the option to have a black cab? Eric - great choice. Red Riding Hood will feel right at home playing the snow with the right winter gear! Glenn - I am shocked you are going to leave the xi under wraps. You were so excited when you got it. You should do yourself a favor and get it out at least 1 time. Maybe to compare the 520 vs. the 522. They both have the tall chutes. Just make sure the xi is in an area you know has no rocks or material that may ding that pretty new blower up! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ken B 3,116 #293 Posted December 2, 2014 I will be using my 857, Little Red Riding Hood, this year. I have never really plowed before so it should be interesting. I even have a flashing light that plugs into the tractors cigarette lighter so I can be seen by any and all traffic while plowing out my house and other houses. Might be overkill but its funny so so its worth the laugh. The light is not seen in the image. Very nice! Make sure to add some 2 link chains or you won't be going anywhere... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
craigbic 47 #294 Posted December 2, 2014 Sno - Jet.... Admittedly never used Sno-Jet. Been hearing some good things about it so maybe I'll pickup a can from Amazon. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RMCIII 838 #295 Posted December 2, 2014 Sno-Jet is sold in Lowes and Home Depot. Rob 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Flatheadpete 183 #296 Posted December 2, 2014 I will be using my 857, Little Red Riding Hood, this year. I have never really plowed before so it should be interesting. I even have a flashing light that plugs into the tractors cigarette lighter so I can be seen by any and all traffic while plowing out my house and other houses. Might be overkill but its funny so so its worth the laugh. The light is not seen in the image. Hopefully mine will look that nice next summer..... 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
slammer302 2,154 #297 Posted December 9, 2014 I know I'm running a little late but here's what I'm going to use this winter for snow removal its a commando 8 with cast inside wheel weights on the back and I have 3 sets of front wheel weights under the seat and a set on the front and I installed a new stainless steel wear bar on the blade this year 5 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Fun Engineer 859 #298 Posted December 10, 2014 I know I'm running a little late but here's what I'm going to use this winter for snow removal its a commando 8 with cast inside wheel weights on the back and I have 3 sets of front wheel weights under the seat and a set on the front and I installed a new stainless steel wear bar on the blade this year Those short frame commandos will push a lot of snow. Nice set up. Sent from my tractor seat. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cutlas3391 776 #299 Posted December 10, 2014 Back in November these wheel horses move 80 inches of snow!!! 10 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RMCIII 838 #300 Posted December 10, 2014 Shaun - All I can say to that is you will hold the record this year for most snow moved, unless someone from Montana chimes in! Rob 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
