Bernie963

I was just reading in the owners manual that a snow plow is not recommended on a 2005 screw (5.4, auto 4x4 ). Why?? Not planning on getting a plow but wonder why they don't want it done.

Thanks,

Bernie

elricfate

Because plows ruin front suspensions and if you use one you voided whatever warranty you had.

dyeguy1212

iTrader: (1)

He's asking because the crew cab is mentioned by name in the manual, but not reg/ext cabs. They share the same suspension, so that's not it.


I'd guess its either frame design, or some weight capacity/distribution deal.

Bernie963

thanks guys,

I was thinking frame difference myself. however, is that same warning in all of the owners manuals? I think all of the towing and load specs are the same. Mine is a Lariat with tow package.

This winter I will pay more attention as to what is on the road...

Thanks again and we will see if anyone else chimes in with an answer.

Bernie

HubFord

Check out this site, here is a thread about f150 with plow.

http://www.plowsite.com/threads/2004...estion.162811/

650NutKase

LOL......plowsite.......

Bernie963

After reading several sites I have figured it out. Weight is the big problem. The screw adds quite a bit of weight to the front end. In addition, new federal regulations (don't we have too many already...) require seating (180# per seat) be added to the calculation. Then adding rear end counter weight behind the axle is the final straw.

Because of this, the front end can't take it. Even beefed up it is questionable....

Now I know, and glad it is not a weak frame or other design flaw in my screw...

Still love the truck, best ride I have had since my 71 1/2 International Scout II.

Bernie

HubFord

Get a 7.5' "half-ton" plow, used locally, or buy new online and have it shipped to your house. A dealer may have to follow the regulations, but you don't have to, install it with a few friends in an afternoon.

Meyer, Western, Fisher all make a plow that is just a tad over 400 lbs designed for half-ton trucks and take it EASY, just do a few driveways, don't do parking lots. A plow trucks biggest concern is transmission temperature IMO, get a gauge and possibly additional cooler.

For the past 6 years I have had a plow on my XJ Cherokee (uni-body... GASP!) to do a few driveways. The Jeep has 220,000 miles and all original major parts (axles, trans, engine, t-case).