How to fix Polaris Glacier Pro plow from falling off ATV

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  • Опубликовано: 18 янв 2025

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  • @DDrenegade6632
    @DDrenegade6632 25 дней назад +2

    So simple and they can’t even tell us with the instructions! Thanks for the video, big help!

    • @michael9601
      @michael9601  17 часов назад

      Really glad it helped you. The scary thing is that the dealership that I purchased it from and assembled it was unaware of the fix.

  • @susanlavallee5137
    @susanlavallee5137 5 лет назад +8

    Thank you so much for this video! I was ready to throw the plow over a cliff after 2 yrs of frustration with this plowing system. I’m a 63 yr old women and this fix was easy ! Thank you again! I plowed with my ATV today with 0 problems.

    • @michael9601
      @michael9601  5 лет назад

      That is awesome to hear. I too was extremely frustrated with a brand new purchase... So glad it helped you out.

    • @richardtheisen6456
      @richardtheisen6456 3 года назад

      Don't trust this fix, watch my video. It's kept my plow on for 2 years so far

  • @seangordon6045
    @seangordon6045 5 лет назад +11

    I've been dealing with this for 3 winter's . My local Polaris dealer " never heard of this " - they had no idea how to fix it . Thank you for posting this !!!

    • @richardtheisen6456
      @richardtheisen6456 3 года назад

      My video on this is a good fix, for now. I've used my fix for 2 years and my plow hasn't come off once since.

  • @sirgergorymmmc2231
    @sirgergorymmmc2231 5 лет назад +6

    I figured this out myself a few years ago. I check it every year now. Never had it fall off since. Great video

  • @jlmust
    @jlmust 3 года назад +1

    Thank you for posting this, a little shaky but a great fix video, I thought it was just the way it was. I tried back blading a couple of times and it would disconnect. I'm looking forward to fixing this now. Now that I have had a whole winter to plow, it has not disconnect once. I can back blade as much as I want. Thank you so much.

  • @jamesfox8930
    @jamesfox8930 5 лет назад +3

    Thank you for posting this video. I have the same plow and that mount fell off 3 times. The 3rd time snapped my winch cable and thankfully no damage to the plow of my atv. Once I adjusted the stop nut on mine the hooks don't move at all now. I feel pretty confident this will take care of the problem. Broken winch cable ain't no problem to fix. Excellent video!

    • @michael9601
      @michael9601  5 лет назад

      That's great to hear. I'm really glad it helped you out.

    • @Max-sm2ff
      @Max-sm2ff 5 лет назад

      Mine did the same thing

  • @skg-vids
    @skg-vids 4 года назад +1

    Was having the falling off problem with the plow this morning.. came in. Watched this video and 5 minutes later, its working great. Thanks!

    • @michael9601
      @michael9601  4 года назад +1

      That's great. I am glad it helped you!

  • @simonolsen2119
    @simonolsen2119 Год назад +1

    You really saved me today! Got my first/new atv with plow today and it was a snowstorm at my company and I really had to get som plowing done! The tightening did the trick! 🔥 you sir, are Awesome!🙏🏻😁

    • @TheOne-ofMany
      @TheOne-ofMany Год назад

      Glad it helped you. So frustrating when it falls off, but thankfully it's a simple fix. Stay safe.

  • @CurtisTheFlyer
    @CurtisTheFlyer Год назад

    Great job explaining this. You're exactly right and testing the hooks proves it. Thanks so much for doing the vid. Like some of the others, I had the plow frame disconnect at very bad times. It didn't make sense because I could see the hooks up in the frame. This was a huge help.

    • @TheOne-ofMany
      @TheOne-ofMany Год назад +1

      Thats great! I am glad this video is still helping people - and most importantly, helping people stay safe. I am putting my plow on this evening for the first accumulation this year. Since making this video, I have not had the plow fall off 1 time. Only other thing to note is the occasional shear pin breaking. If you haven't had that break on you yet, it is 2 sided. Just remove the springs, flip it over and re-connect the springs using pliers.

  • @TheCookster64
    @TheCookster64 4 года назад +1

    I just took delivery of a 450 with this plow system. One thing I can tell you it is insanely better than the 19 year old Moose plow system I was using! I will go out tomorrow and check this out for sure. Thanks for the video!

    • @michael9601
      @michael9601  4 года назад +1

      Since making this video, I have only had it fall off 1 time - and that is because the handle got bumped up and into the unlocked position.
      It's not frequent enough for me to do anything about, but if you have issues with that I have seen people putting something through the hole above the handle to prevent it from being pushed up.

  • @Jarine-hunter
    @Jarine-hunter Год назад +1

    Dude this video helped me out tons. Wish I would of seen this years ago.

  • @davesaccount2884
    @davesaccount2884 2 года назад

    My plow fell off while riding about 15mph through the yard when I bottomed out on a rock that hit the plow frame. The plow went forward and I went over the bars and ended up on my back next to the plow with the atv on its side. I was inches from breaking my back and who knows what else. I always thought it was disconnecting when the plow would somehow hit the release handle when plowing up a snow bank or from hitting the rock, but this is exactly what was happening. Thank you for posting.

  • @gregdavis6642
    @gregdavis6642 4 года назад +1

    Thanks. I got mine new last year with no problems. This year it was dropping off 3 or 4 times a plowing. Great video and thanks for you help.

  • @maviedanslevent
    @maviedanslevent 2 месяца назад +1

    bless you kind sir... Such a lifesaver ! Appreciate the video greatly!

  • @darrentoth7165
    @darrentoth7165 2 года назад

    Thanks for posting this fix!!! My plow has been falling off more often now! Your first option wont work for me as I have lots of uneven/dips in the road which I need the plow to be able to follow the contour of the road, the winch cable has to be loose for that to happen. The adjustment you demonstrated looks like the perfect fix I need, thank you so much!!! :)

  • @justinfry8210
    @justinfry8210 5 лет назад +3

    Bought this system yesterday done the fix before installing thanks for the heads up

  • @dannywaits1711
    @dannywaits1711 4 года назад +1

    Nice! I just purchased a plow now to adjust the latch! Thanks in advance! Cheers!

    • @michael9601
      @michael9601  4 года назад +1

      It's been working great ever since and I have done *allot* of plowing this year. We've got about 2' on the ground and I've been keeping the driveway and some trails through the woods cleared... Best of luck!

  • @larrykluckoutdoors8227
    @larrykluckoutdoors8227 2 года назад

    Thanks for the info on the plow, I am looking to buy a new 570 with a plow this year so thanks again

  • @floobertuber
    @floobertuber 5 лет назад +1

    I have a 2017 450 HO EPS with this plow, so mechanically it's mounted the same way as on your 570. The forked yoke at the end of the red rod was also mis-adjusted on mine, initially. Resultingly, the whole frame & plow fell off more than a few times.
    It's more than just annoying, too. Under the right (wrong?) circumstances (like out near a road, in the dark of night) losing your plow suddenly can become a seriously dangerous situation. And, you could potentially drive right over your frame, possibly smashing up your gear, before you even realize it's off. I almost did that, twice.
    Luckily, I discovered the same fix, after half of the first winter I owned it. So far, so good. It's now two winters later, and it has not dropped off since.
    It's also a good idea to keep everything well greased at that back end, around the frame hooks and all pivoting points thereabouts. That should help the locking/unlocking mechanism operate smoothly, and hopefully stave off rust as long as possible, too.

  • @LarrySchroeter-k5f
    @LarrySchroeter-k5f Месяц назад

    Your information is great and I appreciate your video Your video skills need tons of work. I was getting sick watchuing LOL

    • @michael9601
      @michael9601  17 часов назад

      Sorry about that. I really just wanted to post the information since I thought it was a safety issue. I have no experience recording/editing videos :)

  • @QuadiMoto6090
    @QuadiMoto6090 2 года назад

    Wow. Just looked at mine and it was very loose. Probably saved me a lot of frustration seeing how I haven’t used the plow yet.

  • @olsen2330
    @olsen2330 Год назад

    Great Video ,I will Try this Tomorrow. Thanks Steve

  • @markthomason8396
    @markthomason8396 День назад +1

    Thanks for the video, a great fix for sure

  • @denis19841984
    @denis19841984 5 лет назад +1

    Make sure your 2 cotter pin are in all the way and properly fastening on the 2 white roller, I’ve seen in the video that they’re not. Good video, thanks.

  • @curtisgalambos4891
    @curtisgalambos4891 3 года назад +1

    Thanks for posting this video. I’ve also been dealing with this for a couple years now. Blade fell off and I ran right over it resulting in damage to my atv. I feel a lot better plowing the yard now with this simple yet important fix!

    • @richardtheisen6456
      @richardtheisen6456 3 года назад

      Nothing against this video maker, but this fix didn't work for me.
      Watch my video

  • @dustinschrock7803
    @dustinschrock7803 4 года назад

    This clears up a whole heap of trouble!!
    Thanks much!!

  • @hemiram007
    @hemiram007 3 года назад

    This is the greatest video ever! Thank you so much!

  • @mattleitch899
    @mattleitch899 4 года назад +1

    Thanks for the tip, installing mine this weekend 👍

  • @qbert22
    @qbert22 4 года назад +2

    This fix is explained in the plowing set manual that comes with the plowing set.

    • @skg-vids
      @skg-vids 4 года назад +4

      Mine was installed at the dealer, and I never saw the paperwork... figured this was done right... wrong!

    • @michael9601
      @michael9601  4 года назад +1

      @@skg-vids Same here... I called the dealer and they had no advice for me. I downloaded a manual but didn't see the fix - probably over looked it if I even had the right one.

    • @qbert22
      @qbert22 4 года назад +1

      From the manual:
      The red locking handle is adjustable to allow the
      lock mechanism to be adjusted to compensate for
      wear over time. To adjust the locking mechanism,
      loosen the lock nut H on the threaded shaft where
      it contacts the red handle as shown. Rotate the
      handle until proper adjustment is made, then
      retighten the lock nut H. The recommended
      adjustment setting is to adjust the locking
      mechanism so that it completely latches but does
      not have any free play in it then turn the red handle
      back (counterclockwise)1 full turn to give it
      approximately 1mm ( .040”) of free play between
      the bracket K and stop collar J seen below. It is
      recommended you perform this adjustment every
      3 months of use.

    • @michael9601
      @michael9601  4 года назад +1

      @@qbert22 Thank you! I will add this to the video description.

    • @qbert22
      @qbert22 4 года назад

      @@michael9601 , But good video anyway :)

  • @JuliusRomero-pd6uc
    @JuliusRomero-pd6uc Месяц назад

    I was having the same problem thanks for the fix. How tight should the springs on the plow should be

    • @michael9601
      @michael9601  17 часов назад +1

      For a Polaris Glacier plow, the spring tightness should be adjusted so that the plow blade trips slightly when hitting an obstacle, but not too easily. I'd start with less tension and gradually tighten the nuts at the ends of the eye bolts to increase tension if you notice the plow tipping too easily. Try to tighten both left and right springs equally.
      Its better to start with them too loose - since it will be less likely to damage concrete edges, and you can easily tighten them down.
      I just checked mine and the nuts are about 6/10ths of the way up the bolts. Using my thumb nail, I counted about 23-25 threads from the nut to the end of the bolt (down). Thinking back over time, I would say mines tight. But I purchased a Polyurethane ATV/UTV Snowplow Edge to protect my stamped edge concrete.

    • @JuliusRomero-pd6uc
      @JuliusRomero-pd6uc 8 часов назад

      @ thanks man I’m plowing snow today

  • @joeholder3818
    @joeholder3818 2 года назад

    Thanks so much for sharing this fix!

  • @ryanlarocque3896
    @ryanlarocque3896 3 года назад +1

    2 years of my falling off .. Hope this works thanks

  • @ericholt1619
    @ericholt1619 3 года назад

    I adjusted mine and have not had snow to try it. In reading the comments below I see that the red handle can be pushed up by chunks of snow or ice. I came up with a simple solution of putting a boat plug in the hole where the rollers and red rod comes through so the red handle can't be pushed up. The plug goes above the red rod when in the locked position.. Quick latch boat plug for easy install and fits perfect. Just remember to oil it so it doesnt freeze up.

  • @scotteaton6470
    @scotteaton6470 5 лет назад

    Thank you for posting this video! The fix worked great!

  • @mirandaconnor9233
    @mirandaconnor9233 3 года назад

    Do you know how to disengage the shear pin if it is stuck? We are having an issue changing the direction of the plow. It won’t move. We tried the normal way and tried to bang up the shear pin but it seems stuck partially in the locked position. Thank you for your video. It’s helped a lot as we were having the same issue. Hopefully it works for us too!

  • @daultaohanlon3791
    @daultaohanlon3791 2 года назад

    Great video! Good fix

  • @younametheband7841
    @younametheband7841 2 года назад

    Thank you so much for being you!

  • @michael9601
    @michael9601  5 лет назад +2

    After adjusting the bolt on the handle, the plow did not fall off for the rest of the season.
    My plow frame did get a little bent from rolling over it, and I was going to try to get it replaced... But it's not bad enough for me to waste the time.
    I really think it's a safety issue - if you roll over it far enough and it locks your wheels up and throws you off, that's not good...
    The installation instructions should be updated to mention this adjustment and the installers that we pay to install these should do the adjustment before delivering the machine.

    • @richardtheisen6456
      @richardtheisen6456 5 лет назад

      I see you also ran over your plow, and I agree this is a serious safety issue Polaris does not agree. And they won't until they get sued.
      Please read my comments and go to Ricktheisen on RUclips. I made a video with a fix that's working well for me.

    • @TheMrjoshs
      @TheMrjoshs 4 года назад

      Huh, me too. But the front latch poked right through my oil pan (where the access is to change oil) all the oil drained while plowing and my wheeler doesn't even turn over... I'm hoping it's a low oil safety, but first fixing the hole to see

    • @michael9601
      @michael9601  4 года назад

      @@TheMrjoshs Oh wow. Did you get it fixed yet? Curious what the damage was.

  • @thorsteingallefoss5332
    @thorsteingallefoss5332 4 года назад

    Very usefull info! Thanks for sharing.

  • @eramanny7
    @eramanny7 Год назад

    I did the fix and it hooks won't move now and it doesn't fall off but the red handle won't pull out to lock in the down position. Is it to tight or is there another reason why the handle won't lock.?

    • @michael9601
      @michael9601  Год назад

      To lock, you actually need to push the red handle in, then down.
      If you can't push it down when pushed in, then you may have backed it out too far.
      I'd recommend doing the fix with the handle in the locked position. That way it'll be easier to get the rod to the correct length.

  • @kenknettel8475
    @kenknettel8475 5 лет назад

    Great video. Seems to be the fix. Thanks

  • @richlaviolette7608
    @richlaviolette7608 5 лет назад +1

    Would you recommend the polaris Plow? or get a KFI plow and save $$$ , great video!

    • @richardtheisen6456
      @richardtheisen6456 5 лет назад +1

      I would get a moose plow. I have the Polaris plow and this video doesn't really fix the problem. In going to put my fix in the general comments section
      I used a moose plow on my old machine and there was never an issue,, for 17 years,, plowing 6-10 driveways,, 100 foot long

    • @billt2959
      @billt2959 5 лет назад +1

      if your only plowing your paved driveway may be ok, but if you have dirt driveway or road stay away from this plow. it may look beefy but total crap. I plow a dirt road and after one and a half seasons both square tubes broke in half on the plow mount section. Not to mention the shear pins on the plow angle arm, really shear pins on a plow??? they shear on every little bump stupid design, I plowed with the Glacier 1 system on my 450 for 13 years before it started to fall apart, this Glacier Pro one lasted less than two seasons and the mount and I couldn't weld it because was mangled and torn so bad. inferior design for any kind of hard plowing. just my two sense.

  • @donzogalo1711
    @donzogalo1711 5 лет назад

    Great fix. Thanks!

  • @dwightschuette8960
    @dwightschuette8960 4 года назад

    I think it may be a safety feature in case you hit something solid to save the plow or the machine. Just guessing.

    • @michael9601
      @michael9601  4 года назад

      Nope. The safety features are the sheer pin and the springs. This is just a poorly documented handle adjustment.

    • @dwightschuette8960
      @dwightschuette8960 4 года назад

      I fixed my plow just as you did on this video. In the past my plow did pop out every once in a while and was annoying especially trying to attach it to my sportsman when it is cold and dealing with snow. Thanks for the tip.

  • @piechuraj
    @piechuraj 5 лет назад

    Would you buy it again? If price wasn’t a concern would you buy the boss ATV plow?

    • @michael9601
      @michael9601  5 лет назад +3

      At this time, now that I have it working correctly, I would buy it again. I purchased this because it was easy to use and ready to deliver. As long as its installed correctly, its a decent plow.
      Are you talking about the Boss V Plow? If so, I would defiantly get that over this. I have 0 experience with plowing... Last winter I saw a V Plow in action at a friends house for the first time. Its a totally different ball game using a V plow - way more versatile.
      I cant speak for the mounting on it since I have no idea how it mounts. I can have the Glacier Pro off and back on in less than a minute.

  • @mailliw75
    @mailliw75 4 года назад +4

    You need a tripod

  • @TheMrjoshs
    @TheMrjoshs 4 года назад

    Nice. I just got a plow just like this one, same wheeler. Mine wasn't adjusted right and it fell off my first time using it. Then my wheeler quit working all together. One of the front lock popped through where the oil pan bolt is and cracked right through the pan. Of all the fluke things... Guess I'm talking to polaris tomorrow...

  • @richardtheisen6456
    @richardtheisen6456 5 лет назад +1

    This is not the fix. It does hold the system together a little better. This adjustment should have been made by the dealers installer
    This plow issue is going to get Polaris sued one day soon I hope, because Polaris will absolutely not admit there's a problem.
    I know of a guy who's tire popped when he ran over his plow.
    I ran over my brand new plow, installed by the dealer, and bent it.
    Polaris basically said" tough shit".
    The problem is, when I push snow up a bank, which I do frequently, the red lever gets released by the frozen snow bank. But know about the issue, I backed up and when I drive forward I ran over my plow
    I've spent a lot of time trying to come up with a fix and I have several good ideas for re-engineering the locking system, but again, Polaris won't hear it because that would be admitting there's a problem .
    So,,, I fashioned a piece of wood to work as a wedge, jammed in over that rod. The wedge is tethered so I won't lose it when I pull it out or if it falls out.
    So far this winter having plowed a total of 6 driveways- 8 times, or 48 total plowings, the wedge works.
    I also plow my entire back yard because I have 4 dogs pooping back there. And much of my neighbors back yard for her dogs .
    I don't see a way to add a picture here so I will put a short video on my RUclips page showing the wedge I made .
    Go to Ricktheisen on you tube is you want to see it. Never mind the drumming videos on there, just look for the wedge video

    • @floobertuber
      @floobertuber 5 лет назад +1

      As an added precaution this season, I have done something similar by cable-tying down the "hooked" handle end of the red rod. It's not perfect but it will keep a light blow from deep snow from kicking the rod loose. I am gonna work on a better fix once it gets warm again.

    • @richardtheisen6456
      @richardtheisen6456 3 года назад

      @@floobertuber the real problem is lack of r&d at Polaris, or even worse, they refuse to hear it because hearing it, admitting it might open them up to a recall.
      When someone gets seriously hurt and it makes the news, I'll show these posts to the media, and Polaris will wish they listened

    • @ericholt1619
      @ericholt1619 3 года назад

      Instead of a wedge try a boat plug above the rod when locked in the down position. Fits perfect and easy on/off.

    • @richardtheisen6456
      @richardtheisen6456 3 года назад

      @@ericholt1619 I don't know, I do some pretty rough plowing.
      Worth a try tho.
      Sad that we had to come up with ideas to make the Polaris plow work.
      Maybe I should do a Facebook group page live the one about Samsung refrigerator not working.
      Got my fridge fixed that way.
      Polaris could step to the plate and resolve this issue, unless the plow kills someone and bankrupts Polaris.
      I told them, if that happens, I go public with my asking them to fix it.
      I'll include these texts.

    • @whiskerbiscuit99
      @whiskerbiscuit99 Год назад

      Use a boat plug in that space above the lever, one of the quick latch boat plugs

  • @rzr4956
    @rzr4956 2 года назад

    Good info... but that camera work.

  • @PatKipling
    @PatKipling 11 месяцев назад

    I wish I saw this before I destroyed it 😂😢

  • @dennisisaac746
    @dennisisaac746 4 года назад +1

    Bend you cotter pins