Plowing 18 inches of snow on a long country driveway

Still cleaning up snow from the last set of storms
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#lotsofsnow#plowingdriveway#westernplow#countrydriveway#overfootofsnow

[@mechanicmike1236]

Got to love those last minute calls and waiting till there's 20" of snow on it!!

[@ericgebhart5775]

Great job. Nice to see someone with sense not busting up their truck while in adverse conditions. You did one helluva job.

[@spoolinduramax9648]

First time watching your videos... I plowed with a fisher 7.6 straight blade on a 13 half ton. I feel your pain with people calling last minute with over a foot in the driveway! Fantastic job!

[@kentrush8250]

I hope you were compensated well for this job. That was a lot of snow to move around. You are an absolute snow warrior!

[@grumpy1311]

makes it tough when they drive on it!! Did good to get that opened up Mark! Can't let it build up like that, folks don't understand a plow truck is not a Bulldozer!!

[@anthonyzanni3360]

Nice job Mark, I like how the truck looks and plows... great videos

[@AdamBiggers81]

You are a bad-ass. Looks great in the end and it's cool to see your technique.

[@mariesophie3053]

Hello, I love these daily videos. Thank you.

[@marm842]

For what you're doing. I would go with a v plow .my choice would be western mvp3 . I also would change tires to mud /snow tire. Put 1000 LBS of weight in box.

[@jeremyweyker3234]

You made that look easy good job

[@natureswaylawncare3346]

Love these daily uploads

[@brlracer121]

U and that 1500 are a great time keep it safe

[@SiClones]

I plowed (1 small commercial lot and a few driveways) with a Western Suburbanite on an 01 Tundra for 4 years until all the bracing ribs broke. Moved on to a 3/4 ton and a Boss Super Duty.

[@Jumao-as-bd1rj]

This is actually satisfying

[@rnrudynh1427]

That 1500 does well with all seasons to boot. I like how methodical you are and how you keep yur speed in check. Safety first...we've had very light snow falls this year. Only on storm that edged towards 8-10". Lots if ice here in NH. Global warming in action

[@russellmcknight7226]

Yeah the ice under the snow makes very tricky,it,s that way here in southern New Brunswick. I have to put the plow on tomorrow for a storm coming in on Sunday thru Monday,hopefully it won,t rain.I have a 2014 Ram 5.7 crew cab with a 71/2' Snow dogg

[@Marksmisfitworld]

We are supposed to get some of that. Good luck with the next storm.

[@billwilliams761]

Great job..

[@christopherwhite9319]

Nice video bud

[@BlastingFun2007]

Nice video

[@robertfagga7921]

I plow in NH,these type of driveways are the norm in my area. I have one 1/4 mile long with a hill. They don't get the option to plow or not plow. It snows,I plow, my call Great job bud

[@billpickelheimer8142]

Hey snowman, just a thought for you, if you drop the plow half way down and top it off to open it up it will be way easier on the whole rig, I don't understand why you would have an issue plowing a call in ,it's all pennies from heaven and you get to scoop them up and fill your pockets, plow smarter, not harder. God bless and be safe

[@doomman700]

I would get a v plow for something like that. Of course, I love my skid steer or tractor and blower over a truck

[@carlsnow2342]

wow what do feed that truck ? must be spinach lol sure does a great job that is a lot of snow be safe

[@CountrysideStrong]

"they waited and now it's gonna cost"..... Lol- I do the same thing...

[@FERNANDOAUGUSTO-fv1ck]

Unless you get paid before plowing, it isn't going cost at all. After the driveway is plowed they will give you what they want. I know these people

[@larryfine4498]

@@FERNANDOAUGUSTO-fv1ck And they will find their driveway plowed back in!

[@TheEgyptianGamerGeek]

Keep it up

[@shannonmccall8701]

Go to the top and plow down on it plowing uphill it’s harder on your truck and your appointment

[@shannonmccall8701]

Equipment

[@puncherdavis9727]

V plow is your friend adjustable to straight or even side angles. All in one but yeah just a lot more stop and go with what ya got.

[@josephisaac3603]

Winter tires be nice with studs or chains and a bit of weight in back

[@douglasbecker2048]

Glad I just got a Boss v-plow for my F250 . Last year we had 50 in. in 10 days . Living next to Lake Superior is always an adventure.

[@Marksmisfitworld]

We have those seasons on Lake Huron also but not like it used to be 30 years ago.

[@Justin-bz1dp]

​@@Marksmisfitworld do you coom to pa

[@davelindo3856]

Had me holding my breath !

[@jackterry7664]

Isn't this your profession?

[@keltingr2612]

Get some tire chains my goodness

[@frankmule846]

I read all the comments. I agree strongly with 2 of them 1 a v plow would have been best. 2 you should charge the customer a lot of money. I have been plowing for 20 years, so I know a thing or two .

[@jethroboot]

curious what you charge in that deeper snow? i would say 100 all day

[@hirscheystreeservice2716]

That’s the type of job we’re a v plow would better but you got the job done just fine

[@ericgebhart5775]

Yes those wideout plows are great but wouldn’t have helped at all. That’s why I love my boss v plow.

[@redforman9217]

Why buy a wide out best set up is v plow in the front with pull plow on back... light small snows the pull plow heavy deep the v plow takes care of it

[@Giloup920]

18 inches = 46 cm. Quite thick snow !

[@pont09g8gt]

Instead of trying to conquer 18 inches in one push, try knocking the top 6-8 inches off then take a run at the rest. Keeps you from getting excessive build up and spinning out.

[@miroslawswiercz8494]

pont09g8gt I agree 100%

[@TheMexicanU.S.Marine]

And plow down hill.

[@oby-1607]

Do you have a large trans cooler for all that heavy pushing. My brother-in-law burnt up his trans with just the stock cooler.

[@Marksmisfitworld]

The truck has a max towing package. It has extra everything.

[@ScarlettFire341]

My Advise - when the snow is deep or wet heavy make the 1st pass with the blade 4-6" off the ground and just get to the end, then the rest will be a piece of cake ...

[@shannonmccall8701]

Do you also need winter tires fire stone winter force are one of the best tires for plowing

[@BigdaddiZ]

Man your truck is really impressive

[@brennen203]

V plow would have been nice to break and push the first break of snow. Then smooth sailing from there.

[@chrismckane8614]

That's precisely why there's a Fisher V on the front of my truck.

[@michaelatoz580]

@@chrismckane8614 A good driver with a v plow is like having a mini loader on the job site! I have an old boss RT1 V plow and it has been a work horse for over 20 years or so!!!

[@rokinit6992]

I can do that driveway in one pass with out stopping. Diesel power and V plow

[@ericccarmen]

I'm watching this video and others to learn about plowing. I have a few questions; how much would a pro charge for the driveway in the video, with the snow pictured? Also, which is better for plowing, a diesel PU or HD w big gas engine? I realize that the truck in video is a 1/2 ton, (and it does quite well), just wondering what is the best plowing PU for a pro that will do 24 hours straight in a blizzard, several times a year. Also, best plow brand? Sorry if I'm opening a can of worms, I just figured that there are some pros on this thread. Thanks in advance.

[@michaelatoz580]

I will tell you this!!! It all depends on what you are using it for. Your own use or commercial plowing. I will say this from my 25 years plus plowing commercial, own use and plowing for a local City! Buy a good used truck, older plow with mechanical cables or simple switch control. With a welder you can make any plow fit any truck. Buy quality used to start out it will save you in the long run! I have 2 plow trucks 1991 and 1993 Chevy 1500 ( Chevy trucks of this era you can tighten the torsion bars down to beef up the front ends for the weight of the plow) with a Boss RT1 V Blade and an old Fisher Minute Man 7.6 straight blade from the mid 80's and both work great. I plowed commercial with them till 2019 They still are in use plowing on my own driveway. They are showing there age on the trucks but the plows are still in good shape for another truck!

[@michaelatoz580]

In my job at the City the new plows I hate the hand held push button control and the wire hook up outside the truck I always have trouble with them! Just a point to ponder cutting edges are a 2 to 5 hundred dollars plus and bolts will run you another 50 to 100 dollars. I can blow through a set in one winter. That is easy to do!

[@marm842]

3/4 or 1 ton truck is best. One with solid front axle on it

[@TopRankedKilla]

Think you should get some winter tires man. Drive safe.

[@zacksaylor8203]

Put some better tires on that thing and it would be a tank them Goodyear tires are crap good job though sir

[@bishbash6547]

I hope you charged quite a bit more than you would normally 18" inches of snow, wow wear and tear on your pick up alone make them pay.....💰👊👍

[@AlexRivera-pr9cl]

U need a V plow for that long driveway an that much snow or maybe turn ur blade way more 2 one side

[@wallyklw5]

Good Lord. You charge her as you desire. It's a sweet account.

[@peechford3796]

I would have charged triple for that in advance

[@harrisonfowler4461]

How does your front suspension like that plow? I have the exact same truck. Tons of power, but I'd be interested to see how the suspension handles the weight.

[@Marksmisfitworld]

It has been handling it for 3 years. I have been thinking about putting Timbrins on the front just to keep the front end up a little higher when the plow is lifted.

[@drtracyst]

i have a 2008 siverado, boss version of that plow, 2" leveling kit. doesnt squat at all

[@tomscheider9133]

drtracyst ...I’ve got the Boss plow and 2” leveling kit on my 2018 F-150 with the same results. They call the HTX a light duty plow but I’ve plowed 20” with no problem whatsoever.

[@drtracyst]

@@tomscheider9133 same here. I just ordered a 1" by 6" rubber cutting edge picking up alot of clients due to other guys damaging drives, turf etc. And just ordered a 20" led light bar to mount on plow as well. Otherwise. As you stated for a "light duty" plow it can push some serious snow.

[@tomscheider9133]

drtracyst ....the rubber and poly cutting edges save that much on driveway damage ? I figured with proper shoe adjustment I wouldn’t have an issue.

[@beardedguardian71]

I love how you said it's ONLY about a foot n a half. I haven't got to push more than 4 inches in one storm we got. I would love to see what my 2500 could handle. Lol. Good job gittin at it though. 👍❄

[@jamesnm21]

If it were up to me I'd never plow more than an inch or two. Much easier on everything. Yeah, your truck can push a lot of snow but you're killing it bit by bit. Once you "test it out" you'll be like, okay, I'm good with that.

[@jasonzee4561]

Yesterday plowed 6" or 8" of snow my truck a sliverodo 6.0 HD had no problem 1/4 mile.

[@Marksmisfitworld]

That storm is coming at us supposed to hit us Sunday

[@jasonzee4561]

@@Marksmisfitworld were not out of the woods yet the plow ready to go.

[@johnlynn4945]

If it’s that bad don’t do it anymore. It’s bad for your equipment and apparently it causing a lot of stress. Let her find someone else. End of problem. I’ve been in the snow plowing business for 35 years and if customers pull this crap with me I tell to find someone else. It make room and time for other “good customers”

[@csconstruction]

If I get a call from so.eone that hasn't had the driveway cleaned and it's a heavier snow than 2 inches I charge extra, I put it in contracts for heavier snow and tell people upfront about it so I don't get thos calls

[@kubotaoz6108]

Ever heard of low-range?

[@Marksmisfitworld]

Don't need low range for plowing snow.

[@upscalelawncaremonroe408]

18 inches of snow, I can not imagine, we will be mowing the first of March.

[@Marksmisfitworld]

We will probably still be plowing snow into late March.

[@flash1259]

If I'd get off my lazy butt I've got a few acres that need to be bush hogged. I need a new tire on front of the old tractor and it'll be ready to go. Now I've just got to get myself ready.

[@matteckert6676]

Those dont seem like very aggressive tires. What kind are they?

[@Marksmisfitworld]

What ever came on the truck is what they are.

[@hirscheystreeservice2716]

When those are worn out should try the falken wildpeaks they are a great tire

[@jonwcs5842]

County or Country? Thats a small country road

[@ROBERT-ed1ij]

what kind of plow is that

[@Marksmisfitworld]

Western mid weight poly plow

[@timfreeman476]

NOW ARE YOU READY TO MOVE SOUTH WHAT IS THE BEST SNOW TIRE?

[@Marksmisfitworld]

The only problem with moving south is the summer heat in the south.

[@yuriypono3666]

is that a 1500 that you are using to plow?

[@Marksmisfitworld]

Yes it is

[@yuriypono3666]

Marks Misfit World interesting. That makes me think I should out fit my ram eco-diesel to plow

[@FrankieGN]

Did she sell the property?

[@Marksmisfitworld]

Yes she did.

[@basspig]

Tough ploughing job I ever had to do was a private road that was somewhat hilly and the snowfall had happened 2 or 3 weeks earlier and had refrozen. The association and owner of the property called me and wanted to have a ploughed it was the 1st time customer. Apparently other contractors refused to take on the job because the road was frozen. But I took it on with a 1982 Dodge W150 with a ton of trap rock in the bed and studded tires all the way around And I managed to clear that road but it was tough.

[@jamesberggren9029]

This is a comment from the uninformed, get more truck and plow. It will make work easier.

[@kenton6098]

I did driveways like that starting at 5 inches. Letting high-moisture snow build up to that depth really beats up your equipment . For non-paved drives you should be using a rubber blade, not steel.

[@seanthompson5599]

Too bad people don't understand "Driveway Maintenance"

[@dougwainscott312]

I don't think he's plowing 18" the whole length of the driveway. It looks like 8 or 9 inches in some areas.

[@ericgebhart5775]

That’s because it was driven and rained on.

[@kennethbredow3098]

Never eat yellow snow.

[@scottp4063]

Have you ever buried someone's driveway you didnt like ?

[@Marksmisfitworld]

No I have not, but you know I was thinking about it. 🤣

[@scottp4063]

@@Marksmisfitworld haha I so would

[@LoneWolfSnowplowing]

your tires suck. we need snow this season.

[@rtta51]

I'd be dropping that customer.

[@albertstelletell53]

Charge them no choice

[@triumphovertragedy7860]

Should have did it in layers

[@Glockenstein0869]

Great video. Although I do not quite understand why you complained that the customer 'waited' 2 additional days to call you. You seemed to indicate that the customer incurred a higher fee because he waited. So why complain? Everyone won in this situation. You got paid more for the deeper snow, increased workload, increased wear and tear on your equipment. The customer wins because they were able to procrastinate yet still get the driveway cleared. The only reason I see to complain is if you actually DIDN'T charge more but you do not want to blame yourself so the customer is the next best thing. As a small business owner this seems to be something you should expect from customers-because customers do things like this.....

[@karendadd5118]

your luck the driveway was flat and wasnt hilly

[@Marksmisfitworld]

No hills in my area, that’s why I use the truck I do.

[@tundra1770]

Pretty crappy tires for plowing, just saying.

[@DaveRogers583]

Wah! Wah! They didnt call me now my jobs hard wah!

[@Marksmisfitworld]

Thanks for stopping by

[@rokinit6992]

Maybe but should buy a real truck and a V plow

[@Marksmisfitworld]

Waste on money in my area to have a bigger setup.

[@remichiasson4602]

Its not hard if you know how to drive. Youre going 5mph. You gotta give it gas to cut through that hard packed stuff on the bottom

[@rigging1377]

No wondering you’re struggling, it’s a Chevy.

[@Marksmisfitworld]

Give me the money to buy a different brand.

[@rigging1377]

Marks Misfit World checks in the mail, I want to see a plow on a Prius

[@AdamBiggers81]

Struggle? You see that driveway? That GMC did the job.