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Snowplow Tips: Protecting Your Truck Transmission During Snow Removal

Posted by Jodie Gilroy on Thu, Jan 19, 2012
  
  
  
  

BOSS Power VXTProtecting Your Plow Truck's Transmission During Snow Removal

One of the most common vehicle problems encountered while plowing is damage to the transmission. Overheating the transmission fluid as well as improper use, can contribute to the problem.  Keep the following tips in mind when heading out on your next snow plowing run to minimize damage to your plow truck's transmission.
  • Most vehicle manufacturers do not recommend snow plowing in overdrive. Consult your vehicle owners manual to find out if plowing in overdrive is recommended--and if so, when and how.
  • Plan your plowing pattern so that you are driving forward as much as possible.
  • Come to a complete stop before shifting from forward to reverse.
  • Wait until the transmission engages before accelerating.
  • Accelerate slowly, allowing the wheels to grip the road surface for better traction. Avoid spinning the tires.
  • To start a pass, start the vehicle in motion. Then drop the snowplow blade.
  • Whenever possible, back into a cleared area.
  • If you have a manual transmission, avoid riding the clutch while plowing.
  • After plowing, let the vehicle idle for ten minutes or more to allow the transmission cooler time to cool the transmission fluid.
  • If you are plowing often during the season, change your transmission fluid before and during the season. A good rule of thumb is to pull your transmission dipstick periodically and smell the fluid. If the fluid has a burnt smell, you should change the fluid as soon as possible.
  • To monitor the heat in your transmission, you can install an inline transmission gauge. Once the temperature reaches 250°F, you should let the vehicle idle until the transmission fluid cools to a lower temperature.

Following these tips will help extend the life of your plow truck's transmission and keep your maintenace repair bills down during the season.

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Another good tip is to briefly pause in neutral (if you have an automatic) when shifting forward to reverse or reverse to forward. This brief pause in neutral will help save your torque converter.
Posted @ Thursday, January 19, 2012 8:16 PM by Shane
Synthetic transmission oil’s high viscosity index translates into better high and low temperature performance compared to conventional fluids. Choose a transmission fluid with exceptional hot and cold temperature performance combined with thermal stability and cold-temperature fluidity. This will be a big help in reducing heat. You'll be happy you did.
Posted @ Monday, January 23, 2012 3:19 PM by Scott
We live in Northeast VT., this winter there has been a lot of ice! My question is, if I have about 2 inches of fresh powder on the driveway (a half a mile with a few hills) and it is raining/freezing rain...is it better to push all the 2 inch depth snow away and then go after the ice accumulation later, (knowing it will freeze when the temp drops)OR, let that 2 inch depth absorb the ice and rain giving tires more purchase and wait for another 3 or 4 inches and then plow leaving a snowpack instead of an ice pack? 
 
 
 
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Posted @ Tuesday, May 08, 2012 11:23 PM by Cindhy20
I appreciate the helpful information. Personally, I always leave a useful comment. I get plenty of useless, Pammy comments on my own site that I have to get rid of. 
 
 
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Posted @ Tuesday, May 15, 2012 1:25 AM by morlaura123
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Posted @ Tuesday, May 15, 2012 9:03 PM by Billy20
I agree with the brief pause in neutral when shifting forward to reverse or either way when using automatic. The brief pause in neutral help save your torque converter.
Posted @ Wednesday, May 16, 2012 3:36 AM by Greg
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