Premature Cutting Edge Wear and Cost
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Western Snow Plow Review
What happens here
The reviewer highlights a significant problem with the cutting edges of the Western MVP3 plow. He shows two identical trucks, each equipped with a Western MVP3 plow purchased within four days of each other, and operated under identical conditions. One plow's cutting edge is completely worn out ('shot'), while the other is in good condition. The worn blade shows zero clearance from the ground, indicating the plow's components are susceptible to wear. He explains that this premature wear, requiring a $500 replacement for a plow that has only earned about $2,000, means 25% of gross earnings goes solely to replacing the cutting edge, which is unsustainable for a snowplowing business. He mentions that the manufacturer suggests 'micro-adjustments' to the 'T-bar' to prevent premature wear, but dismisses this as an impractical solution for operators who are not technicians.
Goal: Demonstrate and analyze the severe cutting edge wear issue and its financial impact.
Tools and materials
- Ford F-Series Truck Ford — Mounting the snowplows for comparison
- Western MVP3 Snowplow Western — Illustrating cutting edge wear
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