SnowPlow for 2007 QC, Dually. Western Plows, none available?

[RTrenary]

went to my local dealer, they carry western, Boss and meyer snowplows.

They will not install a plow on my truck? Western V-Plow 8. 5ft(MVP-Plus) is what I wanted but western doesn't recommend a plow at all for my truck.



My truck is a 2007 5. 9, 48re(slightly modified), QC, LB, sport dually 4x4.



Being a "Sport" packaged truck just means that I have to notch a few items slightly on the front end(not a big deal).



If I had a "gas engine" they would install, extra weight of the diesel engine is why they won't. (good job dodge)



This Dealer stated that it would void my warranty, told them I don't care about a factory warranty and would sign any paper for them to release their liability.



We had a good conversation but with money in hand to pay for it, the salesman declined, stating that it was against their policy, he also went to the owner of the business, (they've been in business for over 50 years)



Question? does anyone have or know someone that is using a plow on this type of truck? do you experience more "wear issue's? or have or know of any other issues?



Pretty Bad that I have this "big" truck and can't clear my own driveway or my business parking lot!

 

[jhenderson]

I have been plowing( parking lots, state roads, gravel driveways, and log landings ) with cummins powered Dodges sinse 1992. 8-9ft blades from several mfgs. I have never had a problem. Up here, and further north, a plow dealer will sell you anything within reason. The mfg is going by front axle weight, and a plow will put you over. The fact that you have a 4 door long bed doesn't help. I wouldn't be afraid to hang a plow on that truck. I assume you went to a dodge dealer. Try a plow dealer and see what they say.

 

[RTrenary]

Thanks for your information, I was not at a Dodge dealer, I was at an equipment supply company here in my area(Shade Equipment, Winchester VA. ) they are a large company around here and have fair pricing, but they won't install on my truck!

 

[jelag]

I'm here in Spokane and I've seen a whole group of dodges with plows... haven't really paid much attention to which body style nor have I talked to any owners... .

I'd guess as long as you keep the AT temp down you'd be fine...

 

[Road Dog]

A plow can put you over the GAWR for the truck. I think the "payload" for the front is around 800 pounds. I vaguely remember that the 2nd gen had a higher GAWR with the Snow Plow Prep option (it definately had different springs). If you get a front axle weight at your local scales you can determine how much plow you can hang on the front.

 

[JAndrus]

I push a Fisher 9 footer heavy plow with my 2002 sport dually, NO cutting with their connector. I installed heavier springs, dual rancho shocks, and dual steering stabilizer. With 800 lbs of ballast over the rear wheels it ran great.

 

[sdwest]

try blizzard plows, there are not v-plows but have wings that extend to 10',we have one on a 8' box dually at work(installed in our shop) truck is 2006, blizzard site has ballast calculator for chassis trucks plow approval, i would think most chassis trucks are diesel Snowplows, Spreaders, Snow Removal Equipment | Blizzard

 

[Scottyg1]

went to my local dealer, they carry western, Boss and meyer snowplows.

They will not install a plow on my truck? Western V-Plow 8. 5ft(MVP-Plus) is what I wanted but western doesn't recommend a plow at all for my truck.



My truck is a 2007 5. 9, 48re(slightly modified), QC, LB, sport dually 4x4.



Being a "Sport" packaged truck just means that I have to notch a few items slightly on the front end(not a big deal).



If I had a "gas engine" they would install, extra weight of the diesel engine is why they won't. (good job dodge)



This Dealer stated that it would void my warranty, told them I don't care about a factory warranty and would sign any paper for them to release their liability.



We had a good conversation but with money in hand to pay for it, the salesman declined, stating that it was against their policy, he also went to the owner of the business, (they've been in business for over 50 years)



Question? does anyone have or know someone that is using a plow on this type of truck? do you experience more "wear issue's? or have or know of any other issues?



Pretty Bad that I have this "big" truck and can't clear my own driveway or my business parking lot!

That seems odd as I bought an 07 3500 SWR QC CTD for a locl Dodge dealer here in Point Pleasant NY that came with the snow plow prep. Don't know why they told you no plow on an 07.

 

[bighammer]

I bought a Western 8' Pro straight blade on my 03. I got it complete with the Ultramount truckside hardware and wire harness from a Dodge dealership that was closing. They had it on eBay and I was the only bidder.

It is a lot of weight up front, but anything on any truck feels heavy. I keep 8 or 10 bags of sand in the back to counterbalance it a bit and help out if me or somebody else gets stuck.

 

[Augustarborists]

I have an '06 QC SB 2500 and am running a Western Wide-Out on it, and have had ZERO problems. I do carry about 850 lbs of ballast behind the rear wheels when plow is mounted, though. Combination of great tires and Cummins engine make this truck a snow moving monster! Good luck, PM me and I will foreword you some info on a Western dealer I have dealt with and is trustworthy.
Augie

 

[lebar]

This is my second CTD running a 8' +Boss power v plow. I had it on my 02 3/4 ton for 5 years, had the frame changed and it is on my 07, 3500 5. 9l for 33,000 miles. Trucks have handled the blade with out any issues. There is no doubt these blades are heavy, I beleive the issue with warranty is to make sure you have the snow plow prep group and warranty should not be an issue. lebar

 

[ACamilli]

06 Boss

Just had a new Boss V put on my 55,000 mile 06 3500 4x4 drw auto Cummins with 8' bed. Because it is a drw, the plow is 9' ?" wide. It is heavy, and when I lifted plow the butt really raised! I did what Boss said, AFT of rear axle I stacked 2,000 lbs. of rock salt. In addition to better traction, the rear weight counterbalances the nose when the blade lifted. The dealer said that Dodges have the weakest front axles, said the 900# plow will make front axle overloaded. All is well, I take it easy.

 

[HBarlow]

I have zero knowledge of snowplows but it seems to me that if you weigh the front axle of your truck on a certified scale, read the front axle rated weight off your VIN decal on the driver's door post, and know the weight of the plow you want you'll be able to make your own informed decision as to whether your truck can carry the plow or not.

If you know the numbers and think your truck is capable but the dealer refuses to install a plow for you why not take your business to another plow dealer?

 

[brods]

The main issue is exceeding the front GAWR of 5,200 lbs. Unfortunately it is not as simple as just adding the plow weight to the existing front axle load. The plow hangs way out in front of the axle and will lever weight off the rear and onto the front, so the actual weight increase on the front axle is more than just the weight of the plow. A counterweight behind the rear axle can help somewhat. A secondary issue is any permanently attached plow mounting hardware. There is a restriction (guideline or rule?) about not exceeding more than 62% of the vehicle’s empty weight on the front axle. In stock form some of our trucks are pushing that number. Add a hundred plus pounds of permanently attached plow mounting hardware on the front end and your can go over 62%.



As always, check out the Dodge body builders site for specific snow plow information for your year and model of truck. And remember to pay special attention to the plow light wiring recommendations to protect the TIPM.