StarvinPilgrim

Thanks for the tip!  I did notice one of the rollers was already seeing some deformation.

On 11/1/2019 at 7:55 PM, Mark in Colorado said:

StarvinPilgrim - what kinda blade did you end up with?  

Sorry for the delayed response.  I wanted to wait until I got everything installed before I posted.

I went with the KFI Open Trail 72 steel blade in my original post.  So far I think it will be a very solid set-up.  I have done a little back dragging gravel in the driveway and it's a tough blade.   The blade alone weighs 110# and the mounting was super easy.  All hardware included for $655.98 is a great buy in my opinion.

Now I just need some snow to really try it out.  I'm going to try to post a pic and a video I have on my phone.   I'll try to get more detailed pics later.

I really like that setup!

Thanks for the pictures.

Looks good!     Do you have any pictures of the mount setup?

I’m in Missouri so we could get a dusting or a foot or more.   What will probably happen is I’ll buy a plow and we won’t have snow for the next 3-4 winters.   Although that wouldn’t be terrible.  

3 hours ago, Tug Hill said:

I had the Alpine Flex on my old commander SXS and in three years went thru 2 cables  and 2 Syn. Ropes. never again.

I just ordered  6ft Westeren Impact fully Hyd. with the straight blade , time will tell I guess.

I just searched for that.   That is a serious blade!   Thanks for you feedback on the Alpine.

Hi Guys,

I'm looking to buy a snowplow for my HD8 before winter and I just wanted to poll the group to see if y'll knew of any that were better than the rest or any brands to stay away from?   I'm currently looking at a steel 72" KFI model from Side by Side stuff .com.

https://www.sidebysidestuff.com/open-trail-by-kfi-straight-steel-blade-snow-plow-can-am-defender.html

I've had a couple recommend the Can Am Alpine flex but honestly I feel that a steel plow would be a better option.

What are your experiences?

Thanks,

3 hours ago, Andystoy19 said:

The defender has a belt drive CVT and transmission. When you put it into gear and start to accelerate the first thing that happens is the clutch closes on the belt and initiates forward movement. The driven pulley has a helix which controls the rate of shift, this part has some movement built into it and is usually what causes the clunk you are hearing. Completely normal.

Your second question relates to the programming of the ECM. The defender has a function (belt saver)that monitors "belt slippage". If this function detects excess belt slippage on acceleration it lights up the message on your display. 

All belt drive CVT have some belt slippage designed into them to prevent a big lurch on initial engagement. The problem is how much is normal. Have you increased your tire size, or installed different tires, if yes this will likely increase the chance of the light coming on. It takes some time for a new belt to break in and this may reduce the message coming on.

If you are in soft, deep rutted terrain or pulling a heavy load always start out in low range. If litely loaded and on hard pack ground you should be able to start out in Hi without illumination. Please read your operators manual.

WOW!  

One of the most helpful, "to the point", friendliest and well written responses I have read!   Kudos to you Andystoy19!

Does anybody else have the OEM roof and flip-out glass windshield?

Are there any mounting options other than the Battle Armor that will allow the window to be open?  I don't really want the light bar that high on top of the roof.