tallen4392 69 #1 Posted March 18, 2023 What do you guys run on the frt of your machines for pushing snow that is also ok for mowing ?? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ri702bill 8,296 #2 Posted March 18, 2023 Filled AG's. With the weights in winter, removed for mowing. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pullstart 62,814 #3 Posted March 18, 2023 Many people run simple turf treads (and plenty of weight) and wrap a length of #40 roller chain around the centerline of the tire in winter time to make a skate style rib. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ri702bill 8,296 #4 Posted March 18, 2023 1 hour ago, Pullstart said: Many people run simple turf treads (and plenty of weight) and wrap a length of #40 roller chain around the centerline of the tire in winter time to make a skate style rib. The trick is to get the correct length of chain that will stay put and not roll off while turning - may need to use a half link. Deflate the tire, install the chain, reinflate the tire..... 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Blasterdad 2,691 #5 Posted March 18, 2023 3 hours ago, Pullstart said: Many people run simple turf treads (and plenty of weight) and wrap a length of #40 roller chain around the centerline of the tire in winter time to make a skate style rib. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wallfish 16,990 #6 Posted March 18, 2023 The 40 roller chain works the best. They need to be TIGHT Tight tight like Bill states or they will roll off. When you think they're tight enough remove another link. LoL They should fit tight onto a deflated tire then air them up to lock them in place. When they do roll off it's a testament to the forces involved and how much those things are actually grabbing the ground in the turns. Remove the chain loops for mowing and put them back on again for winter. They will scratch the driveway 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ri702bill 8,296 #7 Posted March 18, 2023 6 minutes ago, wallfish said: They will scratch the driveway And the ones you plow for free as a favor...... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wayne0 444 #8 Posted March 19, 2023 (edited) On 3/18/2023 at 8:47 AM, Blasterdad said: What an AWESOME idea!! I've got a bunch of double 40 at work. That should work even better. My 520H is a dedicated snow machine.The 2 stage is a PITA to change off and on. I have an old Workhorse 1800GT for the mowing and hauling. Edited March 19, 2023 by Wayne0 added info 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wayne0 444 #9 Posted March 21, 2023 Dug it out today and it's #50! See any issues? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Blasterdad 2,691 #10 Posted March 21, 2023 28 minutes ago, Wayne0 said: Dug it out today and it's #50! See any issues? Nope, Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wayne0 444 #11 Posted March 21, 2023 3 hours ago, Blasterdad said: Nope, Great!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ri702bill 8,296 #12 Posted April 2, 2023 Wayne - double strand #50 roller chain - THAT in itself will add some hefty weight to the front wheels..... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
