TOP 10 SNOW REMOVAL MISTAKES TRACTOR OWNERS MAKE ❄️🚜👨‍🌾

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Whether this is your first or fortieth year removing snow with your tractor, there are things to learn and to improve on. We've put together ten easy mistakes to avoid this winter, so that you can actually enjoy firing up your John Deere or Kubota when those flakes start falling. None of the items on this list should be overlooked, and some are a matter of safety. Whether you're using a plow, bucket, snow pusher or snow blower, these tips still apply.
If there's more things that you've learned along the way, let us and the community know in the comments. We can all help each other have a better, safer winter.
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@GoodWorksTractors 3 жыл бұрын

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@joywang5672 3 жыл бұрын

3:24 I saw there behind you have a plastic mulch layer, What brand is it and what model?

@crosstiger 2 жыл бұрын

I never hear you speak about the best snow removal system for Gravel. It seems you always talk about asphalt

@GoodWorksTractors 2 жыл бұрын

@@crosstiger Surface type doesn't require a different tool, just a different contact material. I recommend steel runners, shoes, and edges for gravel. Adjust the runners or shoes so that your cutting edge is just above the gravel. This will prevent stone scraping off your drive and into your yard or other areas you don't want it.

@wkendfrmr 3 жыл бұрын

On the topic of lighting, PLEASE make sure you are aware of your state's laws for lighting when on a public roadway. In MOST states, it is 100% illegal to be going down the road with rear-facing white lights turned on. It confuses other motorists as they literally don't know if you are coming directly at them or traveling in the same direction. While it may seem like a hassle to turn the rear-facing work lights on/off when you move from jobsite to jobsite, PLEASE learn where that switch is, and get good at it, even in a darkened cab. More than one motorist has crested a hill or turned a corner, feared that someone was going to hit them head-on, and taken the ditch unnecessarily. That, or the rear-facing lighting contributes to a condition called "snow blindness" which basically means what it says. Be aware.

@retrotek0409 2 жыл бұрын

Let's not forget pick-up trucks with cargo bed work lights blazing. They are blinding.

@daviddewilde8041 3 жыл бұрын

Hello, Good tips. We automatically have "winter diesel" at the pump here in northern Europe from December to March. Cheers from Belgium.

@mikebachmann4590 Жыл бұрын

I solved all my winter/snow plowing issues by moving to San Diego. :) Thanks for the great videos!

@hphillips7425 3 жыл бұрын

Good video and good advice. I am happy we don’t have that problem SW Tennessee

@burtonalm1392 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for all your videos. I wish I had this resource several years ago when I bought my first tractor and over time accumulating my implements. It would have saved me a lot of time and money. Your advice is always right on!

@GoodWorksTractors 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you sir!

@rfb7117 3 жыл бұрын

Courtney....great comments. I have made most of the mistakes you mentioned and have learned from them!!! Thanks for sharing...Bob

@GoodWorksTractors 3 жыл бұрын

Haha, glad I'm not alone! Thanks!

@avoidtheherd7066 3 жыл бұрын

Comprehensive, informative, all-around great vid, not ruined by obnoxious, boring music. Re: batteries in winter, an electric battery blanket is a big help. And all my diesel engine heaters, block, oil pan, and battery, are on a timer.

@drbvr23 3 жыл бұрын

Courtney, thanks for the 84" HLA 1800! Just got it put together and mounted to my 4066R. Hoping this rain turns to snow so I can use it. Also, I changed all 6 of my halogen bulbs to the LEDs you recommended and added some LED light bars. Such an improvement. Thank you and God bless you!

@GoodWorksTractors 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome, thanks again. Enjoy it sir!

@rambler47video30 2 жыл бұрын

Love your channel and your very in depth information sharing. Glad your business is doing well. Every time I watch a video I see growth.

@donaldpyles2891 3 жыл бұрын

Courtney, just north of you in GR and we are not complaining that the snow blower is still sitting. Great video!

@tractorboy31 3 жыл бұрын

I want to play with my ol girl so i want snow and im happy to move it. Even though last week my starter gear blew up and today a hydraulic seal blew

@photocontrol 3 жыл бұрын

Great tips on snow removal and operating your tractor in cold weather!!

@robertmcgreevy 3 жыл бұрын

I am a Kubota guy! but really I'm a tractor guy and I love your channel because you make sence! keep it up !!!

@GoodWorksTractors 3 жыл бұрын

Very nice of you, I appreciate it!

@larrycainjr 3 жыл бұрын

Good tips - and timely! Thanks Courtney!

@bradybenz2316 3 жыл бұрын

Great video. I bought an HLA 2500 snow pusher for my 3320 anfee years ago. Great piece of snow removing equipment!!

@GoodWorksTractors 3 жыл бұрын

Nice, thanks for watching!

@josephtutela1066 2 жыл бұрын

I'm Sure some mentioned this but its worth repeating: Do NOT replace shear bolts with standard Bolts! You'll break something expensive Great vid Lots of common sense and lots of of great info...thanks

@chaplainand1 3 жыл бұрын

Nice snowfall here near Grand Traverse Bay last night. I keep my snowblower gassed and ready to go. It was about 16 degrees with wind chill making it near 0 this morning. Bundled up, it took me about 2 hours to move about a 1/3 acre of snow about 5" deep with my 24" blower. I add Marvel Mistry Oil to the gas. One pull and we are running. A tractor with plow would be nice, to be sure. Thanks for all the tips. May the Creator continue to bless and watch over you and yours.

@in-oq3sx 3 жыл бұрын

In Missouri get about 20" per year. Use a 10' snow box on a 40 series JD. Put an angle blade on the rear to scrap the lot a little better. No issues so far.

@jss2005 3 жыл бұрын

Great Info, living in North Pole, AK and owning one of the original John Deere compact tractors the 2210, anti-gel is a must in winter as well as adding creation back into the low sulfur fuel for summer use. Great info on the removal options as well, started out with the blade and now using bucket (takes longer but I can stack it in my limited areas for putting snow, you are Right on about putting the 1st snow where you plan on putting the rest for the winter, packed snow berms are difficult to move.

@terrim5756 Жыл бұрын

😊

@leoclement3801 3 жыл бұрын

Very well done sir. Thanks for posting!

@AKJJSIM Жыл бұрын

Snow Curse lol I can relate. Bought our JD and 54" snowblower in August...rained the entire month of December that year in Alaska! On the subject of block heaters and trickle chargers. Trickle chargers are great and absolutely get one however, plugging in the block heater before a cold start helps your battery, starter and engine live a longer life. The block heater reduces internal friction in the rotating mass of the engine assembly. The engine rotates with less resistance thereby reducing the strain on the battery, starter and the engine components. This goes for anything with an engine and a block heater. When it's cold cold, by all means allow that block heater to do it's thing for a couple of hours or more depending on the engine size.

@gregj2647 3 жыл бұрын

Another tip about using the anti-gel, first time you use it and it to the fuel tank, run the tractor for awhile to make sure it actually gets distributed throughout the fuel system. Good video 👍👍👍

@GoodWorksTractors 3 жыл бұрын

Yes sir, get it nice and jostled up!

@davemurphy2774 3 жыл бұрын

Change fuel filters in the fall and empty the water separator before it gets 20 below C! Use stacked weights on a 3 Point hitch frame plus rim weights on rear. When in the boonies run 5/40 synthetic and warm tractor engine when minus 35 c with installed engine heaters or with a Ford 6.7 which will start not plugged in and warm tractor engine intake and pan with 2-10 foot flex pipes off the trucks exhaust pipes at 2700 rpm for 10 minutes Dodges run toooo cool! Start and after several minutes slowly run higher engine RPMs for 20 to 30 minutes to warm engine and the rest of the tractors hyd and trans oils then idle tractor exercise hydraulics and use lower gears half workload and then 70% rpms and shuttle to warm before the hard work begins only in Northern Canada!! Winter fuel is at below minus 40 C or F here and any colder good luck anything and everything breaks! For others that do not experience winter turn the key and giver!

@ritterjon 3 жыл бұрын

💥 Great video with lots of good winter content! I’m interested in how your tires perform in the snow. You must have had a little extra coffee for this one. Lots of energy! 👍 *Keep on tractoring!*

@GoodWorksTractors 3 жыл бұрын

Haha, I was feeling a little jittery shooting this one :) I expect these tires to perform similar to the Versa Turfs on my 1025r that I used last winter. Should make a big difference. Fingers crossed!

@JohnSmith-dj5gf 3 жыл бұрын

Video idea: How to clear snow from gravel roads and driveways; plows also plow the gravel, blowers blow the gravel, the metal shoes leave grooves. Gauge wheels on snow clearing equipment sure would be nice. Thanks man, we enjoy the videos!

@curtwarkentin2887 2 жыл бұрын

One thing some guys use on regular vehicles in winter where I live is a coolant heater and pump. It's similar to a block heater but instead of warming the block it heats up and circulates the engine coolant. This in turn warms up the engine block and everything else. It plugs in to a regular receptical but unlike a block heater, when you start your engine it instantly blows warm air into your cab because the engine is already warm. I'm not sure if they are available for tractors but I'm sure a handy guy can hook one up to a tractor easy enough.

@JeepinMaxx 3 жыл бұрын

Great tips! I have a block heater plugged into a wirelessly controlled outlet so I can turn it on from my living room! I have a battery tender also, but I installed an AGM battery this summer so I probably wont need it (use the tractor every weekend- doesn't sit)

@kathielofts7308 2 жыл бұрын

I thought I had to leave my engine block heater plugged in when not in use. Is it bad to that?

@johnc6157 2 жыл бұрын

Another well done presentation. Thanks.

@eddyb1596 2 жыл бұрын

For scraping up the hard pack and wheel tracks, try back dragging your blade without lifting it. Especially with that rubber squeegee edge. Works pretty well. I'm at #10 right now. Spent thousands this year acquiring and tuning up a baby Deere and all the attachments. Now we're not getting any snow. You're welcome neighbors.

@nealtubbs9608 3 жыл бұрын

Good information. Thanks for posting.

@reggydunlop5770 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the great tips.

@jaygeen8910 3 жыл бұрын

Very well done video. On your point of changing tires, how do I find the drive ratio between my rear and front drives to properly match tire sizes.?? I have a JD 4320 MFWD. Thanks, Jay

@SteveSRT 9 ай бұрын

Excellent video dude. I almost think you could do another video on the importance of using sheer bolts and show the actual damage that happens when guys put a higher grade bolt instead.

@MBGAdventures 3 жыл бұрын

Great video! New Subscriber here and in Ontario Canada. I will be purchasing a 3039R Close cab. Love all the options for attachments. I do snow removal but never with a tractor. This will be fun!

@GoodWorksTractors 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome, that's a great model. Hope you enjoy it and thanks for following along!

@kenh9097 3 жыл бұрын

I'm thinking about purchasing a snow pusher instead of using my 3038E bucket, I have a 54" snowblower on the back. But of course with a steel cutting edge damage does occur on my asphalt. Thanks for the great video 🚜

@GoodWorksTractors 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@dannyixoye262 3 жыл бұрын

Now a word from a retired semi truck driver: Diesel gelling is a common thing for all diesel motors. I have always used Howes or Hot Shot Secret to treat my semi fuel system during the winter. Never had a problem. Recently, I discovered that an independent review from last year of the major Mfg.'s of anti gel products, which included the two mentioned and other top name brands. The study review showed that Hot Shot Secret came out on top followed by Howes for all around use such as anti gelling, lubrication, cetane boost. Now I know why I never had a problem.

@jonburke2038 3 жыл бұрын

Wow, noticed the “269” area code on the sign in the background. Realized that after months of watching your videos, you’re in my back yard in K’zoo!

@claudenormandeau9211 3 жыл бұрын

More importantly when talking about tire traction in the winter (winter meaning 38 degrees or colder) the composition of the rubber is absolutely critical. The winter tire is a softer rubber compound and is designed to grip on ice. A good winter tire has Siping. Do not mistake Lugs with Siping. Thanks for your videos.

@mttrapper 2 жыл бұрын

I watched this a year ago and found it beneficial. I have a narrow ~1500' gravel driveway and pushing snow didn't work as I can only move the snow down hill/one side of my driveway.. The rear snow blower I bought works great for a few reasons. 1. I only move it once as I have no snow bern. 2. My tires are on the plowed road so traction isn't an issue. I thought the occasional piece of gravel might be an issue but the blower just tosses it out with the snow. I've gone through very few sheer bolts. You do a great job. I wish you didn't live 1600+ miles away from me. : - ).

@joesuhrada5615 Жыл бұрын

You can get some little skis to lift the entire blower up, or have them fabricated. Make them look like sled runners and 3-4” wide. Keep it up a few inches.

@mttrapper Жыл бұрын

@@joesuhrada5615 . That's a good way to keep it up a little higher. I may try that. I have adjustable skidders on the blower and they keep the blower off the gravel but I still get some gravel. What I started doing this year is to plow with my rear blade the first few snowfalls. That gives me a hard pack surface free of gravel and then I use the blower the rest of the winter.

@hotgore 3 жыл бұрын

One thing to consider in cold weather is if you store your tractor in a heated garage/shop is to keep the implements stored outside in the cold. Your warm snowblower or blade and -20c snow will stick and wreck the flow flow. Another trick is to spray pam on your blades and snow blower to help keep the snow moving cleanly.

@GoodWorksTractors 3 жыл бұрын

Good stuff, thanks!

@ryan11199 3 жыл бұрын

When I was living in Maine. I bought my diesel from one supplier who my dealer suggested. Which was Irving. I only used treatments a few times when I bought offroad fuel and regreted it. (Other then marvel mystery which I use in crankcases and fuel.

@WilliamsonRidge 3 жыл бұрын

Nice video a snow pusher may be in my future.

@earlyriser8998 3 жыл бұрын

I might buy a plow to keep the snow away this year in Texas :-)

@TheDstein58 3 жыл бұрын

You had a post about electric diverter for 4th and 5th SCV's a while back. Wanted to see what your thoughts were on those? My 3039r cab tractor just came in and exploring other options before spending the $1600 on factory deere setup. Thanks!

@ooStrack 3 жыл бұрын

Haha our X585 has glow plugs, figure that out!! I did the LED light conversion and a Battery Tender by Deltran, its a 1.25 Amp maintainer with a brand new Interstate Battery! Man those battery tenders are awesome!!

@markfoster2530 3 жыл бұрын

I did not see a mention of using a winter weight oil to help with cold start ups. Also wondering if there is such a thing as winter weight viscosity for the hydraulics. I know once my piece of equipment warms up the hydraulics work just fine. But it usually after the engine gets pretty warm and circulates the temperature to the hydraulics. How I typically will do an oil change Just before winter. Along with A fuel filter etc.

@runningwater5936 2 жыл бұрын

Concerning starting a diesel when when it's cold out, adding a cetane additive can help.

@SuperAgentman007 Жыл бұрын

The curb markers that you’re showing well they could’ve helped me last season Because I wound up running over and destroying my driveway light😮 good thing the power wasn’t on because I forgot it was there and couldn’t see it 😂

@chadbinette3201 Жыл бұрын

Living in Maine snow and winter is probably close to or equal to yours in Michigan. I usually cycle the glow plugs once , turn the key off and cycle them again and it fires right up. Kubota l3940 cab and all and for the life of me I can't find a block heater plug on it and I'm surprised cause I bought it used, 5 yrs old when I bought it and it has everything, has after market defrosting glass all around, 3rd function and everything so maybe that block heater plug is tucked away somewhere but I can't find it.

@court2379 Жыл бұрын

Courtney have you ever had your fuel gel? I have never encountered it, and have never done anything. But it rarely gets below 0°F here. As far as I have heard they put additives in already from the supplier, in the winter base on the temperatures in the area you got it. So the biggest risk would be a tank full of fuel acquired in the summer. Well done on the video.

@henrycarlson7514 3 жыл бұрын

Thank You , Good Idea

@jea069er 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@belindakt 3 жыл бұрын

Ditto on the r4 tires.lol. I'll be waiting on a report from your new tires. Here in southern oklahoma, we hardly get snow, but every now & then maybe an inch or two. Considering what the year 2020 has been, "NOTHING" will surprise me. LOLOL

@GoodWorksTractors 3 жыл бұрын

Haha I'm just glad it's almost over! 🤣

@fullstridepropertymaintena3776 Жыл бұрын

thanks for sharing

@neilx2669 3 жыл бұрын

New tractor owner here. 35HP with cab. I have a ton a gravel around the house (not much landscaping) on my acre and gravel leading (about 1" rocks) to the manshed out back. Also have new concrete with asphalt connecting to the public road from the 2-car attached garage. Everywhere there is a slight incline toward the road. Have a FEL and box blade. I'm open for the best snow removal suggestions in this situation. Thanks

@MisterTwister88 3 жыл бұрын

Great video - Subscribed 👍

@karvtek 3 жыл бұрын

Great video! I wish the Tar River snow plow had that lock on it. If I try to float my bucket it always grabs the ground, engaging the spring action. Maybe when the ground freezes solid it'll slide better. As of now I have to tilt the plow forward.

@GoodWorksTractors 3 жыл бұрын

Hmm, wonder if you can change an angle on your loader to help out with that?

@karvtek 3 жыл бұрын

@@GoodWorksTractors yes, tipping the loader angle forward a lot does work pretty well. I may try to tighten the springs.

@orestwitiw213 3 жыл бұрын

Bahaha the Kubota BX2380 with the front commercial blower has already been out blowing snow in Soo, Ontario twice so far! I installed a UHMW cutting blade on my back blade and it’s not only quieter and less damaging but it scrapes down almost as good as the steel blade. As I blow the snow with the front blower I drop the back blade and scrape the driveway as I’m going. Haven’t watched your videos for awhile too busy deer hunting in the fall and gardening all summer but I’ll catch up watching the videos I missed.

@GoodWorksTractors 3 жыл бұрын

Hope deer season treated you well!

@orestwitiw213 3 жыл бұрын

To help starts in -20 weather at 6am I have the block heater on my Kubota hooked up to a timer that has the engine ready to start at 6am and it maintains it for the next three hours as well. It’s a fantastic timer I bought from a USA company. This a link to the company. Other tractor owners might be interested. thepowerbadger.com/

@ddelano7408 3 жыл бұрын

Great info! You should wear gloves when handling those fiberglass driveway markers. When you slide your hand over them you can get splinters in your hand that you might not be able to see but you'll feel them! Have a safe and happy holiday season from MA!🎄🎄

@joesuhrada5615 Жыл бұрын

You aren’t kidding! LEATHER GLOVES!

@oystein8371 5 ай бұрын

About nr 2. In norway, we always let it build up 5-10 cm of packed snow as a base to both protect the surface and to create a safer surface to walk on. Ajust the blower/scraper so it does not go all the way down.

@znovosad555 Жыл бұрын

If you’re working in roadways whether a truck or tractor, invest in quality warning lights. A 360 roof light is the most ideal, making sure your back rear corners are well covered as if you’re backing up out of driveways that’s where you’ll be seen first. Stay away from Amazon, ebay, led outfitters, STL, etc. whelen, soundoff, strobesnmore and ecco all make great products for snow removal warning lights. Just ensure you’re getting SAE class 1 rated lights.

@rp1645 Жыл бұрын

YES stay away from like Harbor freight or even Northern. Have got warning ⚠️⚠️ lights from them, very poor quality. Not a very bright flash. Go with manufacturers that make Emergency LIGHTS for Fire & PD, they make great lights with cigarette plug ins. You can even change the flash pattern on some of the better ones. Pay more for the Light bar set up. It could just prevent it from being an accident,

@znovosad555 Жыл бұрын

@R P doesn’t even have to be anything crazy. A mini light bar or beacon is all you really need in most cases, and surface mounts in the rear sides if you’re backing in and out of the roadway. These setups cost $200-$300 at the lowest which is certainly very affordable. Whelen, soundoff, strobesnmore, federal signal, buyers, ecco, etc are the brands to look for. I wish more people would understand these things

@rp1645 Жыл бұрын

@@znovosad555 Definitely a big YES. Go with what EMS buys. Very good/great Warranty. And they are hard core. Just think of Ambulance, consent turning off and on. Those Brands YOU are referring to the BEST on the market. On a Tractor you need a Light BAR or STROBE that is very robust. LED light patterns that change is attention getting.

@markschmaus5580 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the knowledge !!!

@GoodWorksTractors 3 жыл бұрын

Like you need it, you snow removal professional you 🤣

@markschmaus5580 3 жыл бұрын

@@GoodWorksTractors LOL ! Actually I did learn 1 thing lol

@rogercyr1551 3 жыл бұрын

With a gravel driveway it's best to NOT be in a hurry to plow it. Go ahead and drive on the snow and let it "pack". Don't plow (or blow) until you have a "packed layer" then you won't pick up gravel. Don't forget to use the "float" setting.

@randalmiddleton8068 3 жыл бұрын

I've always reversed by 3pt blade so it dosen't dig on the first snow, seems to work alright.

@lesleyboeder1798 Жыл бұрын

It's better to pull the plow on gravel then to push. If you are buying a plow just for gravel then a blade on the back is always going to work better

@omuggsy 3 жыл бұрын

I got the JD dealer near me to add on a block heather for 200$ (just the labor) when i bought my 1025R.

@golfbravowhiskey8669 3 жыл бұрын

One good thing about east Tx we don’t have to put up with that. But we do have to mow 10 1/2 months out of the year 🤣😎

@JustHazardous 3 жыл бұрын

Still feel that way???? A week after you-all went back to the ICE AGES???

@je1279 3 жыл бұрын

How do you like the R14s now that you've had a chance to use them. I have them on my LX2610 and they seem to perform like the HDAPs that I had on my X585. Very happy with them so far.

@toledojeeper2932 3 жыл бұрын

Pushing snow with a 16 ft blade backwards and hit a hugh rock along the driveway, instantly stopped the John Deere 4640 with FWD . Blade wouldn't raise , drove it home and ended up the hydraulic filter had collapsed and clogged the lines. Took a couple hours to get it all pulled out of the line and put back together.

@AJmx2702001 3 жыл бұрын

My Question would be have you tried these new Carbide or the combination of UMHW sandwiched between rubber edge ??? And have you Compared different Tensile strength and tear resistance on rubber edges ??

@427Ron 3 жыл бұрын

Great info

@GoodWorksTractors 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@jean-philippegagnon9189 2 жыл бұрын

Don't you have winter diesel in the States? Over here we have what we call arctic diesel which can go about -40/-45 celsius. In october we switch the fuel in all our machines from summer diesel to winter diesel.

@PapaRug.58 Жыл бұрын

One important tip if parking inside ensure fuel tank is full as a near empty fuel tank will create condensation inside it causing grief and issues My tractor sits out side and only comes in if it needs service I plug it in early and let the circulating heater work

@coolbrogan42games76 3 жыл бұрын

Yes push the snow as far as you can if you think it’s enough it might not be push it a little farther I am 14 and I started a mowing and plowing business 2 years ago and one year I forgot to push the snow far back so when it rained than snowed I wasn’t able to push the pile of snow with my 4 wheeler

@pwcummins4 3 жыл бұрын

It’s always better to over mix anti gel! Wind chill factor is huge ! I use power service never any ishews I always mix double the amount for the tank ! Better to be over prepaired then under! I feel you should make a video about this as well! Thanks court for all you do and the info you give people !!

@GoodWorksTractors 3 жыл бұрын

Agreed, good advice!

@frankgubbiottu5611 3 жыл бұрын

@@GoodWorksTractors wind chill only affects flesh

@GoodWorksTractors 3 жыл бұрын

Yeah, forgot about that

@ianwhitecross4196 2 жыл бұрын

Hoping my HLA1500 arrives before the snow does.

@anthonyb1426 2 жыл бұрын

BX2380 with a 350 asphalt driveway. Any recommendations besides the blower?

@KevinBenecke 3 жыл бұрын

Does letting air out of the tractor tire do anything to help with traction like it does when you go off-roading? Or is it a bad idea to do that with tractor tires?

@qcan8468 3 жыл бұрын

#11. If you can afford it, buy a cab tractor. When warm you love plowing. When you are cold and snow is blowing in your face, plowing goes from fun to a chore.

@GoodWorksTractors 3 жыл бұрын

100% agree there!

@rogercyr1551 3 жыл бұрын

If a cab is not possible or unaffordable, a heated jacket plugged into a 12V outlet works great.

@NHHalKnowsHow 3 жыл бұрын

I use a rubber cutting edge on my 6' plow and no chains on my B2920 so I don't scratch my "Golden Calf", as my buddy calls my driveway. I get about two seasons before I have have to flip the cutting edge. I have about a 300' driveway here in New Hampshire.

@GoodWorksTractors 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome, good insight! Thanks for sharing!

@ugh3012 3 жыл бұрын

I don’t know why I watched this. I don’t get snow here in Austin Texas. I still enjoyed it. Lol

@markfairbanks3533 3 жыл бұрын

Did Google know something about the future?

@briangraham540 3 жыл бұрын

Good idea is to have side flasher as you do not see the unit when crossing a street etc.

@tractor-work2610 3 жыл бұрын

Hey Courtney, great video - will that 4 series go under your 95" door with those R14 tires on?

@GoodWorksTractors 3 жыл бұрын

Yes, it does fit just barely

@tractor-work2610 3 жыл бұрын

@@GoodWorksTractors Awesome 👌...did you buy them with rims or were you able to get them in a size that fit wheels from R4's? ....or i guess a better question would be, what size are the rear tires? Thanks!

@GoodWorksTractors 3 жыл бұрын

They fit the existing rim which was nice, still very expensive though. I gotta check on size, I feel like they were something a little different.

@1055eaglelake 3 жыл бұрын

What about the drive shaft which is hard to grease

@RCPSU4 3 жыл бұрын

I know I've seen guides for snow plows, but do they make them for snow pushers?

@ScotWalt858 3 жыл бұрын

All good!

@GoodWorksTractors 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you sir!

@cullenpodolan6626 3 жыл бұрын

i have gotten bucked off before i was in the summer and my plow cought on the concreate am i broke my arm i ended up on the ground thanks for the vid. wen you do this informing things like this you help me

@GoodWorksTractors 3 жыл бұрын

Ouch! Sounds painful. Thanks for watching Cullen!

@cullenpodolan6626 3 жыл бұрын

@@GoodWorksTractors thank you i am ok now love it keep it up

@drizler 3 жыл бұрын

Ouch! I don’t usually either but it’s a good idea to keep that seatbelt on.

@cullenpodolan6626 3 жыл бұрын

@@drizler it was my wheel horse c-160 no seat belt was in clueded hahaha larnd my lesson tho

@NHHalKnowsHow 3 жыл бұрын

I would suggest that when you push those reflector into the side of the driveway to wear leather gloves. More than once I've been the victim of those fiberglass shards that come off those into my hands and that is not fun!

@GoodWorksTractors 3 жыл бұрын

Good call, so have I!

@gwolf7716 3 жыл бұрын

Any rotary broom demo videos coming our way?

@lordrichard8184 2 жыл бұрын

I thought you were going to touch on it when you were talking about traction. But don’t get too big of an implement for the front. I have a garden tractor and I could have gotten the 48” plow but went with the 42”. 6” doesn’t sound like a lot but the amount of snow the can build up in that extra 6” is a lot.

@oldretireddude 3 жыл бұрын

Back in 2004, I bought my first, and only, diesel pickup with the 7.3ci engine ('99 F250). It's been a great truck all these years but I soon discovered that an engine that big is rough on batteries and starters if the batteries get weak. I installed a NAPA battery tender under the hood, after loosing the first starter, that stays plugged in, through a timer, year round. The block heater gets plugged in during the winter also. I've gotten much better service life over the years from the batteries.

@GoodWorksTractors 3 жыл бұрын

Good information sir, thanks for sharing!

@jamesherrick3751 Жыл бұрын

any advantage to a tracked skid steer rather than a wheeled tractor?

@josephsierra7295 3 жыл бұрын

One more thing. Algae. Now dealing with a bout of algae. Any recommendations on a good agaecide and how to avoid it if you are stuck wtih using biodiesel? Tractor and fuel live in controlled indoors environment and I only deal with 5 gals of fuel in container at a time. Great info as always!

@GoodWorksTractors 3 жыл бұрын

That is something I've never had to deal with before. Will have to do some research!

@justadbeer 3 жыл бұрын

If you have algae, you probably have water also. Unfortunately, bio-diesel is hydrophilic (attracts water) and the algae tends to live between the water / diesel layer. Installing a primary filter that will let you see (and drain) any water will help

@josephsierra7295 3 жыл бұрын

I drained tank and there was no water visible in fuel. The primary in line filter was filled with algae and fuel couldn't pass. The glass filter had no noticeable water..So probably just started in the primary filter since it is at lowest point. I looked in tank with a scope and stuck a clean lint free towel in tank andragged it around the bottom of tank but that was clean. So put in New filters, refilled the tank with fresh fuel, added some antigel and algaeside I got from deer and it's running good for now. Time will tell... Thank you all for the feedback!

@bryansteen2219 Жыл бұрын

What is the tire called for snow? You mentioned R4's don't do well.

@dwayneloftice2326 3 жыл бұрын

One area of tractor ownership...I don't have to worry about in Texas!

@GoodWorksTractors 3 жыл бұрын

Haha, at least I sure hope not!

@josephmccausland7175 3 жыл бұрын

One with soft hands will regret jamming an older fiberglass rod in the ground. Use gloves!

@williamcrawford4 2 жыл бұрын

I like my HLA 1500 except for the narrow runners, they should be 4” wide not 1.5”

@chadbinette3201 Жыл бұрын

My wife usually gets home before me and No matter how many times I tell my wife not to, she always backs into the driveway after a snow storm and packs it down. And she drives a full size truck so it packs it down good and when I'm done clearing the driveway it'll be basically bare pavement except for the two tracks of packed snow that are now like two or three inch tall speed bumps running the wrong way haha.

@ianbond3982 3 жыл бұрын

Just something to remember when advising people to put liquid in tires, 1; as a farmer I dont & wont use it, because it can cause power hop, which can do serious damage to the whole driveline, so I personally use external ballast, such as wheel weights &/or the ballast box. You also need to make sure that the liquid is not in any way corrosive to the rims & yes, I know most companies say it wont, but I have seen the damage myself on a s/h machine I bought that had a so called name brand solution in the tires. Also, obviously, if you do use liquid, it must not freeze, & I think that reason is self explanatory. Otherwise a great video.

@GoodWorksTractors 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing. Yes, this video was not dedicated to explaining the ins and outs of liquid ballast nor any other potential pitfall. It is a quick summary of various mistakes to avoid. There could be a five or ten minute deep dive into every single point on this list. I didn't want to make an hour long video, haha. Have a great weekend and thanks for watching!

@lcee6592 3 жыл бұрын

Power hop, I’ve not heard of that. It would be interesting to hear an explanation of this and how/why liquid ballast can cause it. Any takers?

@KingBigBabyJesus 3 жыл бұрын

@@lcee6592 id assume its if the tires get spinning too fast centrifugal forces hold fluid against the tread and now you have a massively unbalanced tired

@lcee6592 3 жыл бұрын

@@KingBigBabyJesus good point! I would imagine then traveling down the road at “road speeds” could be interesting at times. 😬

@daviddaw4018 Жыл бұрын

@@lcee6592 As I understand it, the tire loading is normally only done to about 75-80% so if the tire loading liquid freezes, as the tires turn you might get "tire-hop"

@blackhawkinternationalsecu6962 3 жыл бұрын

Oh how I love living in the South East. We get one inch, the schools close, and my wife calls her boss to say she can't get out of the driveway. And best of all, it will be melted the next day.

@GoodWorksTractors 3 жыл бұрын

Ha, yeah similar to when I lived in Kentucky.

@Zanderthelab 2 жыл бұрын

Grateful to live in Ohio. We don’t get hurricanes. Ever!

@blackhawkinternationalsecu6962 2 жыл бұрын

@@Zanderthelab Hurricane Hazel, 1950s.

@Zanderthelab 2 жыл бұрын

@@blackhawkinternationalsecu6962 try again. That never affected Ohio. Just everything around it.

@128file 2 жыл бұрын

Does anyone know if the after market bolt on skids work on front end loader buckets for snow removal work. I have only seen them on Amazon?

@retrotek0409 2 жыл бұрын

Saw company Heavy Hitch on a diff vid. Checked out attachments, skids were there.

@cwolf8841 3 жыл бұрын

There is a stake install tool for when the ground is hard. And you can buy stakes with your name on them. Why? Discourage theft.

@JustHazardous 3 жыл бұрын

Do people really steal your stakes? (That sux)

@cwolf8841 3 жыл бұрын

@@JustHazardous Folks will steal anything that is not bolted down. If I leave a tool or a wheel chock accidentally in my front yard, it will disappear. And I live in a nice neighborhood.