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Snowplow on a Tacoma

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by Xewkija631, Dec 13, 2011.

  1. Dec 10, 2020 at 6:31 PM
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    mattm55

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    I purchased snowmobile dollies for mine. The 2 ski dollies are v grooved for plow. The back flat I mounted the smallest Hf hyd jack. On the jack I created a square channel held on by screw on jack. This holds the back frame. Moves easy on and off.

    Hope it helps. Pics just ask
    Kastforce KF2014 from Amz
     
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  2. Dec 10, 2020 at 6:36 PM
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    The Snoway 22 7'6" Downpresure was $4500 in 2018. Cash and carry. Install was easy. 2 drill holes and bolt on. Wireless controller. 7'6 because with plow angle still cuts large enough path.
     
  3. Dec 11, 2020 at 6:32 AM
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    Yeah I'd like to see how that works.

    Thanks in advance
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  4. Dec 11, 2020 at 10:46 AM
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    Sure. It's a simple setup and keeps angle close to make on/off easier. -Matt
     
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  6. Dec 11, 2020 at 2:19 PM
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    Thanks !
     
  7. Dec 11, 2020 at 2:26 PM
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    I used to plow with a Jeep CJ5. If that can push snow I'm sure the Tacoma will. I put a 7'6 Boss on my 2021. Its a sweet set up.
     
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  8. Dec 11, 2020 at 2:29 PM
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    At the time I looked into Boss Plows.

    However, when I went to their site and typed in my Tacoma data, it came back and said that Boss did not have a plow for the Tacoma.

    Apparently they do now.
     
  9. Dec 11, 2020 at 6:53 PM
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    Yes, as soon as stock gets better Ill upgrade to the 2021 and swap over the Snoway.

    Just go easy plowing. I dont use any balance and stock tires. Its a warm way to remove snow. Not cheap.
     
  10. Feb 8, 2021 at 8:25 AM
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    Mid season update. Im trying to keep all my comments here, but in another thread people were talking about plowing being hard on the tranny. I dont doubt that, but in my experience i feel really good about it. I plow only my driveway, stay in four low, and barely have to give any extra gas that the torque from four low doesnt take care of itself. I run an ultragauge, and when plowing i stay in the 140-150 F range. In summer i can hit 190-200. As ive said before i do have to plow up hill but there is really no extra work, 4 low works great.

    Still like the defender after 1.5 seasons. I installed superspring coil inserts up front. Without the plow, i get about 1/2 inch lift and a slightly rougher ride, nothing to worry about unless you offroad a lot, might lose some travel. With the plow on and up, im about the same as i was without a plow before, which actually does make a difference.

    The plow does what i wanted, save my bad back and the wifey cleans up some spots with the blower.
     
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  11. Feb 13, 2021 at 1:45 PM
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    Pro/2015 Coil-overs n shocks, Icon progressive AAL, Firestone Ride-Rite Air Bags and cradles, ECGS clamshell bushing, Extang Solid Fold Tonneau cover, 2014 Navigation radio and backup camera, Wet Okole seat covers, rcbs204 lighted 4x4 switch, Weathertech digifit floor mats and in channel window vents, Scanguage II, Hayden 678 Trans cooler, Western Suburbanite plow, Pop and Lock PL8521
    plowing my dad’s driveway.
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