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I’m a fan of your videos. But speaking from experience, I’ve had tried every type of snow removal equipment to maintain a 1acre home where we get a decent amount of snow. I started with a Jeep with a plow but wound up with big piles of snow. Then I added a 2-WD compact tractor with a loader to move the piles of snow. 2-WD required chains, which scratched up the asphalt. Got a 4WD tractor. Then the Jeep died. Got a rear 3-point snowblower. Worked great, but the 2 herniated disc’s in my neck didn’t like it and the wind blowback wasn’t much fun. Got a Polaris Brutus with enclosed cab with heat and a power angle plow. Great plowing, up to 6-8” because of the grade. Got stuck a lot. Got a walk behind snow blower to supplement. But got the blow back again. The best option is an enclosed cab front snowblower. Took 22 years to figure it out
I've got nowhere to blow the snow for a huge chunk of my driveway. I have a huge corner with garages as well. That option alone wouldn't work for me. I've said it many times, there's no such thing as some size fits all solution. Everyone's circumstances are unique.
I've had a John Deere 277, 530, 2320 and F725 all with front mount. F725 was shaft driven single stage and powder everywhere. I used an electric visor snowmobile helmet so I could kind of see. Currently have a 3520 cab with front mount and a 4066R is on order with a cyclone inverted blower. I clear my funeral home, yard and cemeteries, cut grass, dig graves and there is no single machine that will do half the jobs great. Front mount means no FEL and no way to unstuck yourself, 2wd is pointless for the same reason, belt driven is painful the amount of times I had to unhook to reset belt that pops off every time you hit hard snow or anything remotely firm. I broke 2 shear pins today and have gone through over a dozen this winter already and I cannot wait to get a 1/4" or thicker steel blower as my 59" JD blower just cannot handle the rough cemeteries and the debris they contain. I have a B95C backhoe, Kubota 2700 diesel zero turn, Kubota 040-4 excavator, dump trailer, deck over, enclosed x4 and a ramped utility trailer. None of them replace the strengths of the other, but size matters in tight quarters and each does something very well. I do like to be able to use the front blower as a snow pusher when you cannot blow, between house and vehicles for instance. It isn't a snow pusher, but probably 60% of one and it works well enough.
@@jeffreylee7184 What about the entire landing pad up top where there are garages on two sides, trees that touch the edge of the driveway and property and a driveway in front? There is nowhere for that snow to be blown. Plus, I use a different setup every winter, sometimes multiple setups to make videos. I could use a shovel as well, but what fun is that?
I use a 1973 John Deere 140 with a 49 blower for snow removal. I always enjoy doing all of the neighbors driveways too. The power of that 14hp Kohler is incredible.
Haha you’ll send them down the hill like Clark Griswold. Used my HLA pusher yesterday. The Back-drag is a huge time saver for residential use. Love it!
Great video to watch on a cold, Saturday morning with a cup of coffee! As I get closer to my tractor purchase for a new house up north, snow removal is an important consideration. Watching your video, it appears you are able to push the snow far off the driveway without digging up the grass. This is something I never considered, that is, the ability to leave room for successive snow falls.
You are so lucky to have some snow. We only see the white stuff once every 10 years. Love watching your snow videos. You and your bro stay warm this winter! 🙂
Greetings from Wisconsin! Hey you two, great to finally get some snow, eh? Well after a lifetime of kicking in the Northwoods, I'll say I think the spray stuff is snake oil, I think it's more important to dry the blower, then apply lube to prevent rusting. Second point, as I've always said, no to properties are the same, as no 2 snows are the same. 2" of powder, 10" of wet heavy, 14" blowing drifting, 2" of wet slippery. Hills, steep driveways, long gravel, inside corners, fence along one side, gates, parking lots. A man needs options. Snow pusher with back drag and a rear 3pt blower is my favorite setup. The back drag is essential, unless it's a snow pusher, rear blade setup. But then you're stuck with piles which I'm not a fan of. Great job to your brother standing and working while you "play". Take care Courtney
Looks like everything worked well enough. I have tried numerous spays and found none of them last long enough to really be worth the effort or expense. My issue with snow pushers in a residential use is that unless you have a really large area for a snow dump, they eventually lead to the shrinking driveway syndrome. You may also want to consider a backup camera mounted to the cross bar at the front area of the snow pusher for use when back dragging. As careful as you may try to be, you will eventually hit the wall or the garage doors. This may help delay or prevent that. And yes, the cab would be a great improvement. Until then - heated gloves. With the rear mounted blower it really is essential that you are the first person driving over the snow to prevent or reduce the compaction otherwise it just builds up over the winter. Happy snow blowing!
@@GoodWorksTractors Might be interesting video comparing a few of them (if there are more than one brand/style available). That said, on cold days I grab a couple of those hot hands hand warmers and keep them in my pockets for when my fingers get cold. Also have tossed them inside my roomy work gloves when its really cold... Just bought some heated Insoles to try out this winter. I let you know if they really work to keep toes warm. Bikers use them in their boots for winter rides.
That worked very well. I chickened out at the last minute going into this storm and put the front blower on and the grader blade on the 3 pt. Thursday night. Turned out we had about 8 inches or so of pretty fluffy snow. Probs would have gotten away with the pusher. LOL! I run the turf tires on my 1025R. No fluid no wheel weights. Going on 6+ years on the tires and no issue in winter or summer....so far. I clear about a 300ft driveway with a pretty good grade. If I start to slip I throw it into 4x4 and off I go. I am sure it will be an issue if we get a base of ice some day. Then I'd be wishing I had chains...LOL! Thanks for sharing the great video!
I have 2 pull type snow blowers. A 60" amd 72". The two tractors are a cub cadet ex2900 and new holland boomer 40 hp. And both have cabs and i leave the loader on both. I also have the added scrapper blade on the back of the snow blower and i get at least 2 inches from garagw doors. We do over 100 residential driveways and is the best set up. Using the snow blade is nice if time is on your side. But not needed to get close to things with a little practice
Just my opinion but the best setup I've seen ,a neighbor has a front mounted snowblower with a scraper blade on back that he drags snow away from the doors and looks a lot more compact then your setup. But everyone's area to clear is different but his seems like it would work just about anywhere plus if the snow is really deep your not running the front of tractor thru the snow and drifts first.
Greetings from Wisconsin! Chris, awesome intro! I love your headbob as the drone goes into the branches. And only a brother can do a zoomed in instant replay on the face plant. Gotta love winter!
Great video. In northeast we have received quite a bit of snow already. I believe there is no such a thing as one attachment / method that will work for everyone simply because of the unique situations for their particular situation. I think your watchers need to keep that in mind. I commend you for trying different methods and tools to help educate people on what is available so they can decide what is best for them. On a side note, I noticed you didn’t have side mirrors on the tractor in this video.
Earlier this week we got some snow. Started really putting it down about 9 am. By 5 pm it was all melted. Only went out in it twice only because my dogs wanted to. That was the best snow ever!!!
You notice how the snow stick to the tires after grooving? That's the property you want for better grip on snow. Good show for inverted snowblowers, I have an MK Martin 68'' with my cabbed tractor. Never an issue.
Interesting , thank You . Looks like it worked well . Sadly what we have this year is really taxing my 855 , with loader and snow blower . So glad I just retired , now to work on cold tolerance. Happy snow removal
Always enjoy the videos. Also the drone footage. I am thinking of this setup for my tractor. Only difference is that i have a cab. Keep up the good work. Have a great day and be safe guys!. Tim
My driveway has an incline, could only push downward mostly until... I added 1/8" studs to the front tires. It sure made a huge difference. A good double waxing seems to work out great prior to snow season. Give us another video after the freezing rain coming in this evening...there's a test for the grooving tires. Take care be safe
i think you have a very nice tractor but i like them snow cab tractors especially for snow plowing. and i love your house to look like a dream home for sure
I certainly agree with trying to not drive over the snow before trying to push it or back drag it, found that to be the case with my plow as well. I would recommend that you bevel the UHMW cutting edge on pusher so the bottom of it sits flat on the ground, so it's front edge meets the ground (same level as the side UHMW "slides"). Especially with the thickness of that UHMW, it will take forever to "wear it" down to that point, especially with the side slides, and until you do, the more "packed" snow is going to push the cutting edge up. I did not see a close up of the cutting edge or slides on the rear snow blower, but I am assuming it is more traditional and the leading edge of the "cutting edge" is closer to the ground, allowing it to cut through the snow you drove over, better than the thick UHMW edge on the pusher. Those wide UHMW slides may also be keeping the pusher from getting through your packed snow from the tires, the width making the pusher float up and over the packed snow. Thinner slides might more easily push through the snow pack, while still protecting the driveway surface, allowing the rear cutting edge (once it is beveled) to cut through the packed snow....... Though it will not float as well then when going over your grass (just take the loader out of "float" and lift it just a little bit). I put a 3/4" UHMW cutting edge on my 94" plow and have been amazed at how much "abuse" it takes and it has only "worn" as expected, no "damage" (breaking, cracking or chipping). Great video!!
Steel without any shoes doesn't get through that packed snow. Used that setup and still left packed snow. Just don't drive over it. It cleared unpacked areas just fine.
Looks like you are an ok neighbor to have. Lots of toys that you need to have someone to play with. Here in upper SC, we just go with God put it here, and He will take it away in a couple of days. A few years back when we had 14 inches, it took just a little longer.
Pretty cool set-up. I think the pusher is a great idea,....but I opted for the quik-tach mount for my B2301, and the BX2370 before this one.....hydraulic blade 90% of the time, and for those morning when you wake up to 2' of snow, literally a couple minutes to swap the blower on
One thing I think I learned from watching is you need to just push the snow straight ahead. I have a plow blade and had it turned at an angle. Unfortunately i had no steering as the tires slide. I put some suitcase weights on the front hoping it will help. Not enough snow here in SW Pa. To try out yet. Thanks for all video. Maybe a pusher is in my future 🤔
Good Works Tractor could you make a video on how you adjust the bottom cutting edge on the snow pusher? I have learned a lot by watching your videos. Thanks
Have been waiting to see the results of the spray on the pusher. Was hoping for something that would help me. Just gonna keep following along till ya get some heavy wet snow or deeper snow and see what it dose.
Morning Courtney! Love the drone shots - and the big pusher - I wish I had a use for one - they look like they are a very effective means of getting rid of alot of snow fast. Stay Safe and all the best!
I don't have a heated cab either but I found that if you stick your hand down where you adjust your PTO up-and-down strength the hydraulic lines are really hot and warm up your hands at least
Last night was the first time using my 1023 to clear snow! We had a good foot of snow with high winds. Could Really use extra lights for the back and front. I think that would be a Big help at night! I have a bucket on front but would Love one of those snow pushers!
Thanks for the video. Nicely done. Do you have any suggestions for some sort of "homeowner" sand/salt device? Most I could find are commercial big buck units. Thanks for sharing...
Put a heated cab with lights on this, and this is just the setup that I'm looking for. I've got a Case Farmall 1050, and it's great for open spaces, but really bad for the detail work I often have to do, in small parking lots. I need to be able to plow close to walls, around curves, between cars and uncomfortable spots and on walkways. Can the blower handle heavy city-plow dumps on sidewalks?
What's your thoughts on a traditional front mounted blower as compared to the inverted rear blower you're using here? I'd expect the front mounted to perform better in deeper snow obviously but curious your thoughts.
I like the John Deere compact tractors. My son featured my John Deere 770 on his youtube channel K&H Tractors. I removed snow with a back blade only. It does a great job.
If you have a third function on your tractor (JD 3046R) but the chute rotation is manual, is the electric a more cost effective option and if so where do I find them on your website?
Really like that blower. If I thought I needed one, that would be a great way to go. Also really like the HLA. I’ve been pondering getting one for 2 years now, but can’t justify the cost in my head over just using the bucket. I like how there’s no curling to be done, as that saves a ton of time. Maybe if HLA gave you a discount code I would be persuaded? 😜
I have the HLA 60" on my 2032R. Loving it so far. The poly scraper for the back drag cost a pile of money and is almost cost prohibitive. I found the materials to make my own for almost 1/4 of the cost.
Come up to Allegan I have over 20" at my house and private 3/4 mile long asphalt drive if ya want to really test your 1025R out be curious how it performs with the inverted blower. I run a 5 foot titan blower on my New Holland Boomer 40 and it does great just wish it was wider. Going from a workmaster 25s to the boomer was a good jump now the blower looks small on the Boomer 40
I was at my JD dealer and they had a 1025R with a cab there. I had trouble getting into it and then it just seemed like I was too cramped inside. I think you're 6'2"ish. I would like to know if you have tried to get into a sub-compact tractor like the 1025R that had a cab? Thanks for sharing different ways to clear snow.
@@markschmaus5580 I'm 6'1" and a little on the north side of 300. Plus being 70, the old bod just doesn't move or bend like it used to. But I can see where a cab would be nice for blowing snow. A gust of wind, the shoot pointing the wrong way and you get a face full of snow. Now that's cold.
Great video. Thank you for demonstrating the performance of the HLA 1500 snow pusher. I just ordered a B2601 and it's coming in the next couple of weeks. I'm debating trying to buy a snowpusher like the HLA to have for this season or waiting until the winter of 2022 :) We have had so little snow here in WI this year though...
That's the setup I would like to have... The blower on the 3 point gives weight and allows to open things up when needed. The pusher is great for snow that is not suitable for the blower and for cleaning up after the blower was used, the pusher is very efficient.
We got hit with 6” off snow here in KY. It’s rare but it happens sometimes. I ordered a set of TerraGrips but they did not come in on time. So I had a grader blade with uhmw cutting edge and some edge tamers. Surprisingly the R4 (not grooved) did great. I didn’t spin one time. Granted I wasn’t on ice. I pushed pretty big piles of snow. Maybe I just got lucky but I think people underestimate the R4. Just my opinion… i know I they’re not that great and I don’t like them either but still… I plowed my driveway and 1/4 mile off the country road I live on (county was overwhelmed) the snow did stick to the bucket and the plow tho. I can’t justify a snow pusher, or a snow plow, or a blower for something I’ll use 2pr 3 times a year… but I got it done… btw I’m originally from Canada so I know a thing or 2 snow…. great video
So. I have the same tractor with the same snow pusher (because of you) I have my backhoe on the back. When you push snow are you using the float function? When I do my front wheels lift and I have less push and I can’t steer. So I end up just touching it to the ground so I can steer. So I am constantly adjusting. Do I need weight on the front or less weight on the rear? Can you use float with the weights on the front l?
Wow! Isn’t not getting snow until now a little strange for Michigan? Just curious, do you have that pusher set slightly off the ground? I was really expecting it to act more like a squeegee with that poly cutting edge. May want to invest in a heated vest or jacket. We got my son one for Xmas. He says it works great! Great video. Thanks for sharing
You should get an original tractor cab and review it. I'm sure their sales would skyrocket. They'd probably give you one to try. I've been thinking about getting one but can't quote get myself to pull the trigger.
The one comparison I would like to see on a compact is an inverted like you ran in the video and what they call a hybrid inverted like was shown in the John Deere clip you added. These are expensive blowers and I want to make the right choice for my next tractor. For the cold I use a full face snowmobile helmet with heated visor, artic carharts, cabelas predator pack boots and quality snowmobile gloves. Im usually out for 2 to 3 hours and never get cold. The snowmobile helmet helps with the snow dust blowing back at you as well. Im running a front blower and rear scraper blade. Inverse of your setup. Im sure I look ridiculous but Im warm.
Given how often I have to rotate and change the chute elevation on my front mount garden tractor snowblower I would definitely opt for having remotes for both functions on an inverted snowblower.
Been looking for a rubber cutting edge guard to use if/when we get some snow worth pushing this winter. Typically in the past I’ve just done some residential drives and small streets so just want something to avoid marking drives. Does the edge on that snow pusher work for a standard bucket on a 1025r?
great video as always. i dont like the pull type blower on smaller tractors, if you get a lot of snow you will get stuck quickly. larger tractors with more clearance, they are amazing. but forget about doing a drift or snowbank on a compact with pull type blower.
In one of your videos about winter tips, you had mentioned to not drive on the snow before clearing the driveway, that way it doesn't leave packed tracks that are hard to scrape off. With a real pull blower, you're have to drive on it first, does it still do a good job? Also, how does it work with deep snow? I had about 14" of snow in the driveway this morning, more by the road because of the plow.
Yeah if you get to it immediately like with the blower, not a big deal. If you drive over repeatedly or with your cars, that's totally different. Packs it down hard then. I've had to create deep piled like in this video at the bottom of the driveway. It's at least a foot deep in that snow pile. Handles it fine.
Just used my 1025r up in Barry County. Not far from you. We probably had about 12 inches in a 48 hour period. I have about a 50 yard driveway with a nice big turn around. So nothing g too crazy to clear...I exclusively use my back blade. Do you mainly use all this fancy equipment for testing/video purposes? For fun?
Just curious… I was surprised to see the snow tailings from the HLA. I’m contemplating getting a 2025 with either a blade or pusher. Should the pusher have the sides the same length as the top? Also, does the HLA have a metal scrape edge or other? I use a 425 w/46” thrower and it’s awesome ONLY with a metal scrape edge. I put a polycarbonate edge on and what a disaster! It just cannot scrape or clean like metal. Put the metal one on after doing 2 snowfalls (60 driveways later) and won’t look back. Great video… I find snow removal very satisfying and with a recent townhouse contract, I’m really leaning towards that 2025 w/cab! Thx!
I have R14 and love them.. they are a hybrid tire that combines the tread from the R1 and R4 that is how they came up with the name. Best of both styles of tire.
I know it's not much fun but the two snowfalls I have gotten of that size, it wasn't worth starting my 1026R. It was faster and cleaner with my shovel. 300' drive.🤗
The only thing I don't like about snow pushers and plows in general is running out of places to put the snow during multiple snow events. I learned that the hard way during the Winters of 2018 and 2019 here in Vermont where I ran out of room while plowing with my ATV. I now use a front mounted snowblower on my tractor which works 100% better dispersing the snow all over my front and side meadows with no worries of running out of space.
I live in Vermont as well and plowed with an ATV for 20 years. I too had the run out of room problem. Since I was snowblowing walkways and other areas that I couldn’t get with the plow, I learned to plow first and then snowblow out the piles on both edges of the driveway. Tried just the snowblower but it took way too long (and seemed more like work).
@@qcan8468 I too use both the snowblower and ATV plow. I use the snowblower for the driveway then clean up with the plow around my mail box and edges. It's worked for me so far provided I don't let the snow build up too deep like I did in 2018. I had to have a plow guy come plow me out twice that Winter. LOL Cheers to a fellow Vermonter!
Looking if anyone has any ideas where to get a winter front for the 1025R. My thought is looking at something like removing the radiator screen for the Winter an slide a sheet of plastic as a Winter front (would love it to be JD Green & what would be even sweeter if it had the JD Logo laser cut in it for some air flow through the radiator). So in short anyone came across something like this & where.
if the snow was real wet not sure if I would want that type of snowblower the fact you are driving over the snow and that packs it down and the snowblower would not be able to pick up the snow that easy. but it looks like it works pretty good other wise. BUT NICE VIDEO
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For The Record.... I love my HLA Snowpusher, Back blade, Loader, Heated Cab, Radio, and coffee cup ☕ holder. Got so warm in cab had to turn heater off 😉🤣👍
I’m a fan of your videos. But speaking from experience, I’ve had tried every type of snow removal equipment to maintain a 1acre home where we get a decent amount of snow. I started with a Jeep with a plow but wound up with big piles of snow. Then I added a 2-WD compact tractor with a loader to move the piles of snow. 2-WD required chains, which scratched up the asphalt. Got a 4WD tractor. Then the Jeep died. Got a rear 3-point snowblower. Worked great, but the 2 herniated disc’s in my neck didn’t like it and the wind blowback wasn’t much fun. Got a Polaris Brutus with enclosed cab with heat and a power angle plow. Great plowing, up to 6-8” because of the grade. Got stuck a lot. Got a walk behind snow blower to supplement. But got the blow back again. The best option is an enclosed cab front snowblower. Took 22 years to figure it out
I've got nowhere to blow the snow for a huge chunk of my driveway. I have a huge corner with garages as well. That option alone wouldn't work for me. I've said it many times, there's no such thing as some size fits all solution. Everyone's circumstances are unique.
It also takes some pre-snow planning. Moving vehicles to strategic locations so they don’t interfere with your plan.
Bobcat 5600/Toolcat?
I've had a John Deere 277, 530, 2320 and F725 all with front mount. F725 was shaft driven single stage and powder everywhere. I used an electric visor snowmobile helmet so I could kind of see.
Currently have a 3520 cab with front mount and a 4066R is on order with a cyclone inverted blower.
I clear my funeral home, yard and cemeteries, cut grass, dig graves and there is no single machine that will do half the jobs great. Front mount means no FEL and no way to unstuck yourself, 2wd is pointless for the same reason, belt driven is painful the amount of times I had to unhook to reset belt that pops off every time you hit hard snow or anything remotely firm.
I broke 2 shear pins today and have gone through over a dozen this winter already and I cannot wait to get a 1/4" or thicker steel blower as my 59" JD blower just cannot handle the rough cemeteries and the debris they contain.
I have a B95C backhoe, Kubota 2700 diesel zero turn, Kubota 040-4 excavator, dump trailer, deck over, enclosed x4 and a ramped utility trailer. None of them replace the strengths of the other, but size matters in tight quarters and each does something very well.
I do like to be able to use the front blower as a snow pusher when you cannot blow, between house and vehicles for instance. It isn't a snow pusher, but probably 60% of one and it works well enough.
@@jeffreylee7184 What about the entire landing pad up top where there are garages on two sides, trees that touch the edge of the driveway and property and a driveway in front? There is nowhere for that snow to be blown. Plus, I use a different setup every winter, sometimes multiple setups to make videos. I could use a shovel as well, but what fun is that?
The opening scene is an impressive video-photography shot with all the right colors and the evergreens in the background.
I use a 1973 John Deere 140 with a 49 blower for snow removal. I always enjoy doing all of the neighbors driveways too. The power of that 14hp Kohler is incredible.
That's awesome. Saw one of those working the other day.
Haha you’ll send them down the hill like Clark Griswold. Used my HLA pusher yesterday. The Back-drag is a huge time saver for residential use. Love it!
thanks for sharing the video 70° here in Southern California
Haha rub it in!
Love the green/red lights at the garage doors.
Christmas goes by so fast
@@GoodWorksTractors I thought you might have a nautical background, colors were correct for channel markers.
Great video to watch on a cold, Saturday morning with a cup of coffee! As I get closer to my tractor purchase for a new house up north, snow removal is an important consideration. Watching your video, it appears you are able to push the snow far off the driveway without digging up the grass. This is something I never considered, that is, the ability to leave room for successive snow falls.
Yeah shot another video yesterday clearing a big area of my backyard. Will have that video out soon.
You are so lucky to have some snow. We only see the white stuff once every 10 years. Love watching your snow videos. You and your bro stay warm this winter! 🙂
I'd take 70 and sunshine for a few days!
Greetings from Wisconsin! Hey you two, great to finally get some snow, eh? Well after a lifetime of kicking in the Northwoods, I'll say I think the spray stuff is snake oil, I think it's more important to dry the blower, then apply lube to prevent rusting.
Second point, as I've always said, no to properties are the same, as no 2 snows are the same. 2" of powder, 10" of wet heavy, 14" blowing drifting, 2" of wet slippery. Hills, steep driveways, long gravel, inside corners, fence along one side, gates, parking lots. A man needs options. Snow pusher with back drag and a rear 3pt blower is my favorite setup. The back drag is essential, unless it's a snow pusher, rear blade setup. But then you're stuck with piles which I'm not a fan of. Great job to your brother standing and working while you "play". Take care Courtney
I'm glad you're sponsored by bora again. What a difference those have made for my tractor capabilities.
Looks like everything worked well enough. I have tried numerous spays and found none of them last long enough to really be worth the effort or expense. My issue with snow pushers in a residential use is that unless you have a really large area for a snow dump, they eventually lead to the shrinking driveway syndrome.
You may also want to consider a backup camera mounted to the cross bar at the front area of the snow pusher for use when back dragging. As careful as you may try to be, you will eventually hit the wall or the garage doors. This may help delay or prevent that.
And yes, the cab would be a great improvement. Until then - heated gloves.
With the rear mounted blower it really is essential that you are the first person driving over the snow to prevent or reduce the compaction otherwise it just builds up over the winter.
Happy snow blowing!
Thinking about one of those heated jackets? Don't know much about them though.
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@@GoodWorksTractors Might be interesting video comparing a few of them (if there are more than one brand/style available). That said, on cold days I grab a couple of those hot hands hand warmers and keep them in my pockets for when my fingers get cold. Also have tossed them inside my roomy work gloves when its really cold... Just bought some heated Insoles to try out this winter. I let you know if they really work to keep toes warm. Bikers use them in their boots for winter rides.
@@GoodWorksTractors I love my Milwaukee heated jacket!
Your videos are always very informative. Enjoy watching them.
John Policicchio
Sault Ste Marie Canada
Glad you enjoy John!
Ludington got nailed. You would have had some fun up there.
That worked very well. I chickened out at the last minute going into this storm and put the front blower on and the grader blade on the 3 pt. Thursday night. Turned out we had about 8 inches or so of pretty fluffy snow. Probs would have gotten away with the pusher. LOL! I run the turf tires on my 1025R. No fluid no wheel weights. Going on 6+ years on the tires and no issue in winter or summer....so far. I clear about a 300ft driveway with a pretty good grade. If I start to slip I throw it into 4x4 and off I go. I am sure it will be an issue if we get a base of ice some day. Then I'd be wishing I had chains...LOL! Thanks for sharing the great video!
Turfs are underrated!!
I have 2 pull type snow blowers. A 60" amd 72". The two tractors are a cub cadet ex2900 and new holland boomer 40 hp. And both have cabs and i leave the loader on both. I also have the added scrapper blade on the back of the snow blower and i get at least 2 inches from garagw doors. We do over 100 residential driveways and is the best set up. Using the snow blade is nice if time is on your side. But not needed to get close to things with a little practice
Thanks for the video of the snow equipment, that blower is interesting. We also liked the drone shots, nice job!
Great video quality man! The pusher did great! Keep your the hard work!
I appreciate it!
Just my opinion but the best setup I've seen ,a neighbor has a front mounted snowblower with a scraper blade on back that he drags snow away from the doors and looks a lot more compact then your setup. But everyone's area to clear is different but his seems like it would work just about anywhere plus if the snow is really deep your not running the front of tractor thru the snow and drifts first.
Greetings from Wisconsin! Chris, awesome intro! I love your headbob as the drone goes into the branches. And only a brother can do a zoomed in instant replay on the face plant. Gotta love winter!
Great video. In northeast we have received quite a bit of snow already. I believe there is no such a thing as one attachment / method that will work for everyone simply because of the unique situations for their particular situation. I think your watchers need to keep that in mind. I commend you for trying different methods and tools to help educate people on what is available so they can decide what is best for them. On a side note, I noticed you didn’t have side mirrors on the tractor in this video.
These blowers are made an hour away from me. Solid Canadian product. Great video!
Earlier this week we got some snow. Started really putting it down about 9 am. By 5 pm it was all melted. Only went out in it twice only because my dogs wanted to. That was the best snow ever!!!
Haha that’s a good way to do it!
You notice how the snow stick to the tires after grooving? That's the property you want for better grip on snow. Good show for inverted snowblowers, I have an MK Martin 68'' with my cabbed tractor. Never an issue.
Interesting , thank You . Looks like it worked well . Sadly what we have this year is really taxing my 855 , with loader and snow blower . So glad I just retired , now to work on cold tolerance. Happy snow removal
Always enjoy the videos. Also the drone footage. I am thinking of this setup for my tractor. Only difference is that i have a cab. Keep up the good work. Have a great day and be safe guys!. Tim
Stay warm Tim!
good tip on the heated seat i never thought of that i use a 2720 with a frontier snow pusher only prob is traction r4 tires
My driveway has an incline, could only push downward mostly until... I added 1/8" studs to the front tires. It sure made a huge difference. A good double waxing seems to work out great prior to snow season. Give us another video after the freezing rain coming in this evening...there's a test for the grooving tires. Take care be safe
i think you have a very nice tractor but i like them snow cab tractors especially for snow plowing. and i love your house to look like a dream home for sure
Nice set up. Now you need an electric actuator for the deflector. I do too.
Would be nice if they offered it
Nice content, great music and visuals. Must be nice to be rich!
I certainly agree with trying to not drive over the snow before trying to push it or back drag it, found that to be the case with my plow as well. I would recommend that you bevel the UHMW cutting edge on pusher so the bottom of it sits flat on the ground, so it's front edge meets the ground (same level as the side UHMW "slides"). Especially with the thickness of that UHMW, it will take forever to "wear it" down to that point, especially with the side slides, and until you do, the more "packed" snow is going to push the cutting edge up. I did not see a close up of the cutting edge or slides on the rear snow blower, but I am assuming it is more traditional and the leading edge of the "cutting edge" is closer to the ground, allowing it to cut through the snow you drove over, better than the thick UHMW edge on the pusher.
Those wide UHMW slides may also be keeping the pusher from getting through your packed snow from the tires, the width making the pusher float up and over the packed snow. Thinner slides might more easily push through the snow pack, while still protecting the driveway surface, allowing the rear cutting edge (once it is beveled) to cut through the packed snow....... Though it will not float as well then when going over your grass (just take the loader out of "float" and lift it just a little bit).
I put a 3/4" UHMW cutting edge on my 94" plow and have been amazed at how much "abuse" it takes and it has only "worn" as expected, no "damage" (breaking, cracking or chipping).
Great video!!
Steel without any shoes doesn't get through that packed snow. Used that setup and still left packed snow. Just don't drive over it. It cleared unpacked areas just fine.
Looks like you are an ok neighbor to have. Lots of toys that you need to have someone to play with.
Here in upper SC, we just go with God put it here, and He will take it away in a couple of days. A few years back when we had 14 inches, it took just a little longer.
How about a video of fixing the power source? my 1025R has the same issue
Pretty cool set-up. I think the pusher is a great idea,....but I opted for the quik-tach mount for my B2301, and the BX2370 before this one.....hydraulic blade 90% of the time, and for those morning when you wake up to 2' of snow, literally a couple minutes to swap the blower on
One thing I think I learned from watching is you need to just push the snow straight ahead. I have a plow blade and had it turned at an angle. Unfortunately i had no steering as the tires slide. I put some suitcase weights on the front hoping it will help. Not enough snow here in SW Pa. To try out yet. Thanks for all video. Maybe a pusher is in my future 🤔
I feel ya. Gotta feather the controls a lot.
Good Works Tractor could you make a video on how you adjust the bottom cutting edge on the snow pusher? I have learned a lot by watching your videos. Thanks
Yeah will do at some point
Have been waiting to see the results of the spray on the pusher. Was hoping for something that would help me. Just gonna keep following along till ya get some heavy wet snow or deeper snow and see what it dose.
Morning Courtney! Love the drone shots - and the big pusher - I wish I had a use for one - they look like they are a very effective means of getting rid of alot of snow fast. Stay Safe and all the best!
Appreciate it GP! Send some more snow our way!
I don't have a heated cab either but I found that if you stick your hand down where you adjust your PTO up-and-down strength the hydraulic lines are really hot and warm up your hands at least
Hmm, gonna have to try that!
Last night was the first time using my 1023 to clear snow!
We had a good foot of snow with high winds.
Could Really use extra lights for the back and front. I think that would be a Big help at night!
I have a bucket on front but would Love one of those snow pushers!
Yeah I could use more lights myself!
Have you ever looked at Curtis cabs.
Yeah I installed the Curtis Cab in the 3e tractor that TTWT had a few years ago.
The UHMW Poly edge you sold me last year for my Deere RB5072 was a game changer. Not a mark anywhere on the asphalt or concrete.
Awesome, glad to hear it.
Thanks for the video. Nicely done. Do you have any suggestions for some sort of "homeowner" sand/salt device? Most I could find are commercial big buck units. Thanks for sharing...
Put a heated cab with lights on this, and this is just the setup that I'm looking for. I've got a Case Farmall 1050, and it's great for open spaces, but really bad for the detail work I often have to do, in small parking lots. I need to be able to plow close to walls, around curves, between cars and uncomfortable spots and on walkways. Can the blower handle heavy city-plow dumps on sidewalks?
You need a button for the chute deflector to, so you can quick aim it down when a gust of wind picks up lol
I do, wish they offered it
What's your thoughts on a traditional front mounted blower as compared to the inverted rear blower you're using here? I'd expect the front mounted to perform better in deeper snow obviously but curious your thoughts.
Those grooves definitely seem to hold snow, which almost certainly provides more traction in snow and ice.
They seem to help
I like the John Deere compact tractors. My son featured my John Deere 770 on his youtube channel K&H Tractors. I removed snow with a back blade only. It does a great job.
If you have a third function on your tractor (JD 3046R) but the chute rotation is manual, is the electric a more cost effective option and if so where do I find them on your website?
Really like that blower. If I thought I needed one, that would be a great way to go. Also really like the HLA. I’ve been pondering getting one for 2 years now, but can’t justify the cost in my head over just using the bucket. I like how there’s no curling to be done, as that saves a ton of time. Maybe if HLA gave you a discount code I would be persuaded? 😜
I have the HLA 60" on my 2032R. Loving it so far. The poly scraper for the back drag cost a pile of money and is almost cost prohibitive. I found the materials to make my own for almost 1/4 of the cost.
Come up to Allegan I have over 20" at my house and private 3/4 mile long asphalt drive if ya want to really test your 1025R out be curious how it performs with the inverted blower. I run a 5 foot titan blower on my New Holland Boomer 40 and it does great just wish it was wider. Going from a workmaster 25s to the boomer was a good jump now the blower looks small on the Boomer 40
I was at my JD dealer and they had a 1025R with a cab there. I had trouble getting into it and then it just seemed like I was too cramped inside. I think you're 6'2"ish. I would like to know if you have tried to get into a sub-compact tractor like the 1025R that had a cab? Thanks for sharing different ways to clear snow.
I've sat in them. A little cramped, but I'd take the trade off of being warm! 😂
Im 5'10 love my 1025R cab. Plenty of room
@@markschmaus5580 I'm 6'1" and a little on the north side of 300. Plus being 70, the old bod just doesn't move or bend like it used to. But I can see where a cab would be nice for blowing snow. A gust of wind, the shoot pointing the wrong way and you get a face full of snow. Now that's cold.
Great video. Thank you for demonstrating the performance of the HLA 1500 snow pusher. I just ordered a B2601 and it's coming in the next couple of weeks. I'm debating trying to buy a snowpusher like the HLA to have for this season or waiting until the winter of 2022 :) We have had so little snow here in WI this year though...
Been a strange winter for sure
Just wait until it's really cold ;) Still better than walking behind the snowblower I'm sure. Keep up the great videos!
That's the setup I would like to have... The blower on the 3 point gives weight and allows to open things up when needed. The pusher is great for snow that is not suitable for the blower and for cleaning up after the blower was used, the pusher is very efficient.
Yeah I find it works really well
Hey Courtney, great video as always!! At the end you had mentioned a seat heater pad. Do you have a link for the one you use?
The one I have has been discontinued, but looks like there's several similar options on Amazon.
I got 20 inches just west of you a few miles, had fun pushing it around.
I'm jealous!
We got hit with 6” off snow here in KY. It’s rare but it happens sometimes. I ordered a set of TerraGrips but they did not come in on time. So I had a grader blade with uhmw cutting edge and some edge tamers. Surprisingly the R4 (not grooved) did great. I didn’t spin one time. Granted I wasn’t on ice. I pushed pretty big piles of snow. Maybe I just got lucky but I think people underestimate the R4. Just my opinion… i know I they’re not that great and I don’t like them either but still… I plowed my driveway and 1/4 mile off the country road I live on (county was overwhelmed) the snow did stick to the bucket and the plow tho. I can’t justify a snow pusher, or a snow plow, or a blower for something I’ll use 2pr 3 times a year… but I got it done… btw I’m originally from Canada so I know a thing or 2 snow…. great video
What do you find better for compact tractor wheel weights or fluid loaded rear tires thanks.
Here in Muskegon County we got at least 2 feet of snow and along the lake shore spots of 3 foot
Lucky dog!
I want to see you out there with a big 5 Series! hahaha
Haha soon!
@@GoodWorksTractors Show those neighbors you mean business! :-)))
So. I have the same tractor with the same snow pusher (because of you) I have my backhoe on the back. When you push snow are you using the float function? When I do my front wheels lift and I have less push and I can’t steer. So I end up just touching it to the ground so I can steer. So I am constantly adjusting. Do I need weight on the front or less weight on the rear? Can you use float with the weights on the front l?
Takes practice. Happens with bucket, pusher, grapple, etc.
I put mine in float. If it fills up. I lose alittle steering. Try to keep pushing straight
Wow! Isn’t not getting snow until now a little strange for Michigan? Just curious, do you have that pusher set slightly off the ground? I was really expecting it to act more like a squeegee with that poly cutting edge. May want to invest in a heated vest or jacket. We got my son one for Xmas. He says it works great! Great video. Thanks for sharing
Just wearing in the edge and runners. It'll keep getting better. Plus, not even steel would scrape through that packed snow.
I see a number of the neighbors have cleared driveways. Did you do those also?
A couple, but not all.
You should get an original tractor cab and review it. I'm sure their sales would skyrocket. They'd probably give you one to try. I've been thinking about getting one but can't quote get myself to pull the trigger.
Well done
Does the snow pusher keep you from tearing up your yard?
May need to replace the x758 for my little place , this is way overkill for me but , boys and toys , ha ha !!!
Yeah but the x758 is an awesome machine too!
I have only seen the R14 tires in videos. Do you know if they are better or worse than the R4 tires plowing snow?
The one comparison I would like to see on a compact is an inverted like you ran in the video and what they call a hybrid inverted like was shown in the John Deere clip you added. These are expensive blowers and I want to make the right choice for my next tractor.
For the cold I use a full face snowmobile helmet with heated visor, artic carharts, cabelas predator pack boots and quality snowmobile gloves. Im usually out for 2 to 3 hours and never get cold. The snowmobile helmet helps with the snow dust blowing back at you as well. Im running a front blower and rear scraper blade. Inverse of your setup. Im sure I look ridiculous but Im warm.
Yeah maybe next year, haha! Thinking about trying a heated jacket?
Warm is the new cool.
@@GoodWorksTractors He needs a cab... just a fact!@
Given how often I have to rotate and change the chute elevation on my front mount garden tractor snowblower I would definitely opt for having remotes for both functions on an inverted snowblower.
Makes a fine case for a cab tractor.
Haha I agree!
Been looking for a rubber cutting edge guard to use if/when we get some snow worth pushing this winter. Typically in the past I’ve just done some residential drives and small streets so just want something to avoid marking drives. Does the edge on that snow pusher work for a standard bucket on a 1025r?
Could a person get a hydrolic back drag bar like the larger inverted blowers have on this size of one?
great video as always. i dont like the pull type blower on smaller tractors, if you get a lot of snow you will get stuck quickly. larger tractors with more clearance, they are amazing. but forget about doing a drift or snowbank on a compact with pull type blower.
How good of a job does that inverted snowblower do, since you're packing down to strips of snow with the weight of the tractor in front of it?
Doesn't seem to bother it at all. Shot another video with it yesterday, so you'll see more of it soon.
In one of your videos about winter tips, you had mentioned to not drive on the snow before clearing the driveway, that way it doesn't leave packed tracks that are hard to scrape off. With a real pull blower, you're have to drive on it first, does it still do a good job?
Also, how does it work with deep snow? I had about 14" of snow in the driveway this morning, more by the road because of the plow.
Yeah if you get to it immediately like with the blower, not a big deal. If you drive over repeatedly or with your cars, that's totally different. Packs it down hard then.
I've had to create deep piled like in this video at the bottom of the driveway. It's at least a foot deep in that snow pile. Handles it fine.
@@GoodWorksTractors I suppose, it doesn't have time to rest and harden after driving on it, it's picked up a second later.
great vid
No mystery where your missing snow went. We were forecast 3"-6" and woke up to 10"!
Not fair! 😂
Just used my 1025r up in Barry County. Not far from you. We probably had about 12 inches in a 48 hour period. I have about a 50 yard driveway with a nice big turn around. So nothing g too crazy to clear...I exclusively use my back blade. Do you mainly use all this fancy equipment for testing/video purposes? For fun?
Awesome, wish we got more. I sell equipment, so I am obligated to play...err, work with it 😂
💥 That’s a nice set up you have. I was impressed with the drone shots. Did you have help or was that all you?
*Keep on tractoring!*
His brother usually help them with all that stuff
Yeah, my bro is my full time videographer. He's the best :)
Heated seat? How can i get one of those on my 3320😃
Just curious… I was surprised to see the snow tailings from the HLA. I’m contemplating getting a 2025 with either a blade or pusher. Should the pusher have the sides the same length as the top? Also, does the HLA have a metal scrape edge or other? I use a 425 w/46” thrower and it’s awesome ONLY with a metal scrape edge. I put a polycarbonate edge on and what a disaster! It just cannot scrape or clean like metal. Put the metal one on after doing 2 snowfalls (60 driveways later) and won’t look back. Great video… I find snow removal very satisfying and with a recent townhouse contract, I’m really leaning towards that 2025 w/cab! Thx!
Food grade silicon spray works great
Great video. Learned alot. One question, what tires would you recommend?
I have R14 and love them.. they are a hybrid tire that combines the tread from the R1 and R4 that is how they came up with the name. Best of both styles of tire.
Agreed
@@GoodWorksTractors I remember YOU introduced on a Video and then it seemed they started making them for SCUTS instead of just Garden tractors.
Yet another fantastic job on the photography and editing! Are you using a Mavik?
Yeah got a Air 2 recently. Thanks!
Do you have pushers in stock currently?
Yes, but shorthanded. 2-3 week lead time to ship.
@@GoodWorksTractors Do you have a storefront these days so I could check one out?
@@4wheeltrips no retail shop, but we do allow for local visitors if they want to wander the yard.
First-this guy is great and so nice
Ha, thanks!
That's a money making little setup if you get a lot of snow!
Definitely, can knock it out pretty quick!
What's the total cost of that rig end-to-end? I want that for $10-15,000.00 instead of $30,000.00. :)
Not positive, but likely 20k or more
Does mk make electric spout flap actuator
Just rotation.
I have a Massey GC-1720 and the front mounted blower. I haven't been able to use it yet. So disappointing.
That's frustrating!
I know it's not much fun but the two snowfalls I have gotten of that size, it wasn't worth starting my 1026R. It was faster and cleaner with my shovel. 300' drive.🤗
Hey bro do u add diesel anti gell to ur 1025 i have a 2025r wat ratio do i need to mix it 2 full tank btw ?
Yeah I added. Read the bottle, it'll tell ya. It's okay if you go heavy too.
@@GoodWorksTractors it only says in big increments but i think found out how much jw how much do u add 2 urs
The only thing I don't like about snow pushers and plows in general is running out of places to put the snow during multiple snow events. I learned that the hard way during the Winters of 2018 and 2019 here in Vermont where I ran out of room while plowing with my ATV. I now use a front mounted snowblower on my tractor which works 100% better dispersing the snow all over my front and side meadows with no worries of running out of space.
I live in Vermont as well and plowed with an ATV for 20 years. I too had the run out of room problem. Since I was snowblowing walkways and other areas that I couldn’t get with the plow, I learned to plow first and then snowblow out the piles on both edges of the driveway. Tried just the snowblower but it took way too long (and seemed more like work).
@@qcan8468 I too use both the snowblower and ATV plow. I use the snowblower for the driveway then clean up with the plow around my mail box and edges. It's worked for me so far provided I don't let the snow build up too deep like I did in 2018. I had to have a plow guy come plow me out twice that Winter. LOL Cheers to a fellow Vermonter!
Looking if anyone has any ideas where to get a winter front for the 1025R.
My thought is looking at something like removing the radiator screen for the Winter an slide a sheet of plastic as a Winter front (would love it to be JD Green & what would be even sweeter if it had the JD Logo laser cut in it for some air flow through the radiator).
So in short anyone came across something like this & where.
if the snow was real wet not sure if I would want that type of snowblower the fact you are driving over the snow and that packs it down and the snowblower would not be able to pick up the snow that easy. but it looks like it works pretty good other wise. BUT NICE VIDEO
Next time try ceramic coating - it works like a dream.
Good idea!