I finally found time to give an update on the Ranger, and answer some questions regarding the Boss plow. It's a little long winded, but I hope it helps.
Don't let the haters get to you. There are a lot of narrow minded people that don't get why people do the things they do. You didn't just buy this setup for snowplowing. Rangers are great machines. They can be used all year. I want the Western version for my Ranger 6x6.
I have the western on my rtv 900 works pretty good have a few videos of it in action, would have considered a ranger as it would probably have been easier to maintain in the long run, got the right deal on a used kubota with a full cab so I took the dive.
Nice set up. Currently have boss 8’6” boss plow on my truck. But been debating about getting rid of it and buying one for my ranger. One of the better vids I’ve seen. Thanks for taking the time. ....love the outbuilding for the tractor!
The Ranger is a great machine as long as you take care of it and use it as it was intended to be used. I've had no problems with my 2015 6x6 and I use it to plow snow and ground maintenance all year long. Mine has a full Polaris steel cab with a glass windshield and wipers and a heater. It is heavy so I added heavier front springs and even with snow plow I've had no problems with the front end wearing out. I get on average about 200" of snow a year so I do work my machine. You bought yours for the same reason I bought mine and I've had the same comments. Hey it's my decision and my money if ya don't like it get over it is my answer. Nice video!
I think you are doing a great job with everything and there is no reason to apologize for what everyone else has to say about your videos. You have a lot of great ideas and you just need to keep up with it and thank you for your videos, they are really informative.
I just bought the 6’ poly picking it up today. I have the 500 hopeful it’ll work until I can order new springs. Where did you order the new springs. Thanks for the video
Very good video. I like how you described everything about the plow and your reasonings for having it. So much better than the other plow videos but just show plowing and no talking about anyting.
Awesome setup. I got a 2018 xp1000 with the glacier pro hd 72”. I put 12” wings on each side and makes it a lot better. Wish I went with a v plow setup but what I got works good. Awesome video
Thanks for the informative video. Looking at getting this model plow for a Honda Pioneer 1000. Quick question. I will be plowing a gravel driveway and road. With shoes on the plow, due to the gravel, how close to the ground can I realistically expect it to plow? I know it won’t be all the way down like with an asphalt driveway. Thanks.
Thanks for the info. I just recently purchased a 2019 Ranger XP 1000 with the same plow. Like you I’m not interested in doors other than perhaps some half doors. My question is, have you mounted the controller to the dash? On my previous plow/ranger setup I tie wrapped the winch lift control to the gear selector and was considering doing something similar with this one.
Thank you for taking the time to make this video. My wife just surprised me this Christmas with a 2019 Ranger 900XP and your feedback will be very valuable as I build the machine for our needs/wants. - Gary
Nice setup and property. I just got a 5’ straight blade put on my 500 King quad ATV and the plow seems heavy. I have a question. Did you try plowing without weight in the back of you UTV? I was thinking of placing a cargo carrier on the rear of my ATV and placing weight for a counter weight but I’m waiting to see how it functions as is. When the plow is down the front end rises some. What benefits have you noticed with weight in the back? Thanks for your post
The ranger is so much faster, and maneuverable. I have a 50 horsepower tractor I use to stack up the snow when it builds up, or if we have a massive snow like we had in December. We got 36 in in less than 12 hours, way too much for the ranger, but the tractor with chains did fine.
There is not a designated, separate vent on the tank. However, the refill cap can be loosened slightly, to use for venting as an option. The cap does not have to be fully removed to vent the tank. It was designed for that option.
ok, just make sure your suction stub is off the bottom about 3 inches and you check the tank for water regularly, just trying to help you out. I used to build fuel stations and install setups like what you have for farmers and limo companies. @@macgyver515
@@jonathanrighetti2088 Much appreciated Jonathan. The tube is designed in a way to avoid it sucking to the bottom of the tank. I also use "Diesel Kleen" winter blend each fill up to minimize water in the tank and gelling. So far so good. We will see how it does this winter. I use it to fill the truck too, so the diesel doesn't sit too long.
Don't let the haters get to you. There are a lot of narrow minded people that don't get why people do the things they do. You didn't just buy this setup for snowplowing. Rangers are great machines. They can be used all year. I want the Western version for my Ranger 6x6.
Thanks.
I have the western on my rtv 900 works pretty good have a few videos of it in action, would have considered a ranger as it would probably have been easier to maintain in the long run, got the right deal on a used kubota with a full cab so I took the dive.
I must say for not liking doing videos and saying you're not very good at it.....I LOVE this video and feel you are VERY good at it. Thank you!
Nice set up. Currently have boss 8’6” boss plow on my truck. But been debating about getting rid of it and buying one for my ranger. One of the better vids I’ve seen. Thanks for taking the time. ....love the outbuilding for the tractor!
The Ranger is a great machine as long as you take care of it and use it as it was intended to be used. I've had no problems with my 2015 6x6 and I use it to plow snow and ground maintenance all year long. Mine has a full Polaris steel cab with a glass windshield and wipers and a heater. It is heavy so I added heavier front springs and even with snow plow I've had no problems with the front end wearing out. I get on average about 200" of snow a year so I do work my machine. You bought yours for the same reason I bought mine and I've had the same comments. Hey it's my decision and my money if ya don't like it get over it is my answer. Nice video!
You gave me some great ideas for my land. Love the staging tank and shed. Baby steps for me and learning from others. Nice set up you have there.
I think you are doing a great job with everything and there is no reason to apologize for what everyone else has to say about your videos. You have a lot of great ideas and you just need to keep up with it and thank you for your videos, they are really informative.
Nice toys , buildings, yard, you got it made man, wish you the best .
I just bought the 6’ poly picking it up today. I have the 500 hopeful it’ll work until I can order new springs. Where did you order the new springs. Thanks for the video
Highlifter.com
This was great. Thanks for all the great information and tour!!!!!
great! I have the smaller one for the atv. After watching your vids, I decided to get it . Thanks. and its an amazing product. I love mine.
I'm glad it helped with your decision. Have fun.
Thanks for the video, im looking at the 900 and 1000 ranger and this was helpful. You have a very nice property..
What a killer set up! Hope to get to that some day.
I’ve had one an a kubota RTV 1100c and you know it’s on there but it handles it well (5-6 years. 2019now) the update on the machine is appreciated!
Thanks, man. Its been great. Both the machine, and plow have an awesome set up for my needs.
I just put one on a 2024 North Star xp 1000 not the split plow hoping it last good
Very good video. I like how you described everything about the plow and your reasonings for having it. So much better than the other plow videos but just show plowing and no talking about anyting.
Thanks for the input. Appreciate it.
Enjoyed the video, thanks for taking the time.
Nice setup. What year is your Ranger?
Awesome video.
What is the damage on one of those bad boys?
I've looked but couldn't see the price.
Not cheap. 14k for the ranger, and $3300 for the plow. Not including the extras. Heater, windshield, etc
Thanks for the review. Absolutely appreciate it!
Nice rig. Next time let’s see the shooting range!
Great video. Nice set up on the ranger.
Could you add a link or description for the control harness mount you used? I have an identical setup and my harner wires are loosely run.
Awesome setup. I got a 2018 xp1000 with the glacier pro hd 72”. I put 12” wings on each side and makes it a lot better. Wish I went with a v plow setup but what I got works good. Awesome video
I need this but I also need to lift boulders, gravel and things with some sort of bucket. Is this possible?
Thanks for the informative video. Looking at getting this model plow for a Honda Pioneer 1000.
Quick question. I will be plowing a gravel driveway and road. With shoes on the plow, due to the gravel, how close to the ground can I realistically expect it to plow? I know it won’t be all the way down like with an asphalt driveway. Thanks.
A few inches to be safe, and avoid pushing the stones/gravel.
Great videos! Very informative. I've been looking at buying one of these for a 2008 RXR 800. Very impressive little plow.
Love it!!! Great job!!!! Looking to get one soon!!! Would you want full doors???
Thanks for the info.
I just recently purchased a 2019 Ranger XP 1000 with the same plow.
Like you I’m not interested in doors other than perhaps some half doors.
My question is, have you mounted the controller to the dash?
On my previous plow/ranger setup I tie wrapped the winch lift control to the gear selector and was considering doing something similar with this one.
No. The controller is identical to the full size trucks. I simply hold it in my right hand, and drive with the left. Works well.
Thank you for taking the time to make this video. My wife just surprised me this Christmas with a 2019 Ranger 900XP and your feedback will be very valuable as I build the machine for our needs/wants. - Gary
Thanks.
Did you put radio in it and don’t. Let other talk to you bad ur video are great
Nice setup and property.
I just got a 5’ straight blade put on my 500 King quad ATV and the plow seems heavy.
I have a question. Did you try plowing without weight in the back of you UTV?
I was thinking of placing a cargo carrier on the rear of my ATV and placing weight for a counter weight but I’m waiting to see how it functions as is.
When the plow is down the front end rises some.
What benefits have you noticed with weight in the back?
Thanks for your post
I did. It made it much easier for the rear end to get better bite, with the ballast.
The shorter wheel base, of the ATV, may not require any weight in the rear.
I'm trying to figure out what to buy. I have a tractor and a ranger.
How come you decided to plow with the ranger instead of the tractor???
The ranger is so much faster, and maneuverable. I have a 50 horsepower tractor I use to stack up the snow when it builds up, or if we have a massive snow like we had in December. We got 36 in in less than 12 hours, way too much for the ranger, but the tractor with chains did fine.
@@macgyver515 makes sense. Thank you
Nice set up. Love the play house.
Great info on your set up. Are those high lifter springs and are the fronts in the outer hole position?
They are high lifter springs, yes. Off the top of my head, I believe I put them in the center hole/position.
Awesome video, thanks
Nice
Did anyone pick up on which springs he installed?
Found it..
www.highlifter.com/suspension/highlifter-suspension.asp?page=2
I used the highlighter springs. Stiffer then stock, but not obnoxious when not ballasted with the sandbags. Front and rear.
No need to apologize to anyone. It was a great video and rig fits your needs perfectly!
Thanks, Rick.
What size is ur plow
It's a 6'6" plow
Ok tks .that's what I'm getting put on mine.
do you have a vent on that diesel tank, didn't see one?
There is not a designated, separate vent on the tank. However, the refill cap can be loosened slightly, to use for venting as an option. The cap does not have to be fully removed to vent the tank. It was designed for that option.
you should put a designated vent on it@@macgyver515
@@jonathanrighetti2088 It's working fine using that.
ok, just make sure your suction stub is off the bottom about 3 inches and you check the tank for water regularly, just trying to help you out. I used to build fuel stations and install setups like what you have for farmers and limo companies.
@@macgyver515
@@jonathanrighetti2088 Much appreciated Jonathan. The tube is designed in a way to avoid it sucking to the bottom of the tank. I also use "Diesel Kleen" winter blend each fill up to minimize water in the tank and gelling. So far so good. We will see how it does this winter. I use it to fill the truck too, so the diesel doesn't sit too long.
you created additional expense and wear and tear with this set up, just get a Denali or Kfi set up for a 1/4 of the price! still a nice machine though
If I wanted the Denali I would have bought it. Two completely different plows.
Terrible audio
Dude, it was shot on a cell phone in a garage, it's not IMAX.
HAHA.. Audio sounds great to me. Maybe you need hearing aides...
I would like the doors cause it’s cozy
No doubt there. But for $2200 I'll dress a little warmer.