Snowbear Plow Receiver Hitch vs Custom Mount
Question:
What are the pros and cons of the Snowbear Plow Receiver Hitch vs Custom Mounts. I have been using my original Snowbear ProShovel with the original 2 point custom mount for 18 years on my 2002 Chevy Blazer with no significant issues. Im considering putting a new Snowbear on my 2017 jeep Wrangler Sport 2 Door and Im nervous about the strength of the single stress/torque point at the receiver mount?
asked by: Kevin C
Helpful Expert Reply:
The biggest difference I have seen between the two style is in the amount of play they have side to side. While it isn't a ton there is more play in the single connection point than what you will get out of the custom frame bracket types. We carry both types here but given the choice I would go with the custom bracket version. If you plan on moving it from one vehicle to another from time to time then the hitch mount is the way to go for ease of use.
There is a great option with custom brackets that is slightly larger than the snowbear it is the Detail K2 Summit II Snowplow - 88" Wide x 26" Tall part # K2SUMM8826 and the Custom Mounting Brackets for Detail K2 Snowplows part # K284219 .
If you decide you do want the ability to quickly switch vehicles then the SnowBear Personal Snowplow for 2" Hitches - Electric Winch - 84" Wide x 22" Tall part# SB324-081 and the Curt Front Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver part # 31432 is a great choice
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Curt Front Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - 2"
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- Custom Fit Hitch
- Front Mount Hitch
- 350 lbs Vert Load
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Custom Mounting Brackets for Detail K2 Snowplows - Standard
- Snow Plow
- Mounting Kit
- Detail K2
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Detail K2 Summit II Snowplow - 88" Wide x 26" Tall
- Snow Plow
- Vehicle Snowplow
- Adjustable Blade - 3 Angles
- 88 Inch Wide
- 26 Inch Tall
- Steel Blade
- Wireless Remote and In-Cab Switch
- Steel Cutting Edge
- Requires Custom Brackets
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SnowBear Plow for 2" Hitches - Electric Winch - 84" Wide x 22" Tall
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- Adjustable Blade - 3 Angles
- 84 Inch Wide
- 22 Inch Tall
- Steel Blade
- Wireless Remote and In-Cab Switch
- Steel Cutting Edge
- Fits 2 Inch Receiver
- SnowBear
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SnowBear Plow for 2" Hitches - Electric Winch - 84" Wide x 22" Tall
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- Vehicle Snowplow
- Adjustable Blade - 3 Angles
- 84 Inch Wide
- 22 Inch Tall
- Steel Blade
- Wireless Remote and In-Cab Switch
- Steel Cutting Edge
- Fits 2 Inch Receiver
- SnowBear
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