Mickwhitt 4,593 #1 Posted January 22, 2022 Hi all. I've been looking at ways to put extra weight on the front end for snow plowing. Wheel weights are like hens teeth so a non starter. Plus I don't know how much they weigh. The plow from I made is pretty short so no room to put weights between it and the chassis. But it struck me there is quite a bit of room behind the bonnet between the grille and engine mount. So I made up a steel box from 1/8th plate with a mounting that bolts to the front mule drive mounting. I had a load of lead sheet spare waiting a visit to the scrap yard so I cut it into stripe that fit in the box neatly. All up I reckon its added 65 pounds directly over the front axle. The steering definitely feels heavier so its done something. Its all neatly hidden away behind the bonnet and seems to be ok. I even made a little lead sheet cover for it to keep water out. You guys know way more than me so comments would be very welcome. Mick 5 11 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ebinmaine 67,317 #2 Posted January 22, 2022 Excellent work Sir. Advantageous to have the extra size of a black hood. 1 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
peter lena 8,588 #3 Posted January 22, 2022 @Mickwhitt nice looking set up, second picture , see it ? eye bolt change out ? the 2 lower 3/8 " bolts , change out to 3/8" threaded eye bolts , elastic nuts and washers ,INSIDE of front mount . WHY ? would you like a place to add springs for your plow frame ? have those on my 3 horses , always a go to spring pull point , only if you want to , pete 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
peter lena 8,588 #4 Posted January 22, 2022 @Mickwhitt 3/8 " THREADED EYE BOLTS , https://www.grainger.com/product/35Z450?L:CSM-oCxGwQAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds , only a picture example , as to price and availability , your local sources , require a search , pete 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mickwhitt 4,593 #5 Posted January 22, 2022 My plow doesn't have any firm of spring or pivot so I don't need the ring bolts. But I can see the need for them as you describe. Thanks for the tip. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kpinnc 11,935 #6 Posted January 22, 2022 Nice carrier! 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wheelhorse#1 1,645 #7 Posted January 22, 2022 Very nicely done.Clean work.It should distribute the weight evenly too.Great idea . 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cschannuth 3,816 #8 Posted January 23, 2022 Very nice! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mike in NC 341 #9 Posted January 23, 2022 Very nice build. I filled my front tires with fluid. I try not to add much weight to the :tractor" but would rather add to the wheels/tires. It is easier on the spindles and wheel bearings. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mickwhitt 4,593 #10 Posted January 23, 2022 I'm looking into fluid filling my tyres. But not sure as I also use an anti puncture liquid in them in case of thorns etc. I replaced my front wheel axles with taper roller bearing trailer hubs so the extra weight shouldn't be a huge problem. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ebinmaine 67,317 #11 Posted January 23, 2022 4 minutes ago, Mickwhitt said: I'm looking into fluid filling my tyres. But not sure as I also use an anti puncture liquid in them in case of thorns etc. Can you simply add more of that? 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pullstart 62,809 #12 Posted January 23, 2022 My thoughts too. Get a gallon or two of slime and fill’em up. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
peter lena 8,588 #13 Posted January 23, 2022 @Mickwhitt don't have any tire filling experience , but spring assists are a different story, just a couple of additions , pete 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
