Snow Plowing with a 2020 Sahara (V6 Motor)

[DaveL]

Greetings All:

First, I'm sorry to even bring up snow in July but with all the craziness in the world I want to prepare in advance.

I live in the snow belt of Buffalo, Orchard Park NY (Boston hills to be exact) and we get a fair amount of snow. I also have a 250 foot long drive way - see photos.

Since 2008, I have used various snow plowing services as my winter car was a 2008 BMW 335xi. Frankly, all of the snow plowing services suck - they are not reliable and /or they mess up the lawn / landscaping. I realize that if you don't find a guy that lives very close, the reliability is likely to be terrible. I think I've exhausted all the near by guys and that is making me want to plow myself. Frankly, if I could find a good guy I would not do this as I don't want to own / look at / store the plow but I think it might be my best option.

I'm looking for suggestions from people who actually have experience plowing with a Jeep, specifically a Sahara. I've seen one model that has casters so it can be rolled around when off and I like this.

I have a garage that is like a show room - see attached and I really don't want to store the plow inside so I would likely store it outside at my business when not in use (summer months).

Please let me know what you guys think.

Thank you in advance.

My best, Dave

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[Notorious]

I think I've exhausted all the nearby guys and that is making me want to plow myself. Frankly, if I could find a good guy I would not do this

Why find a man to do what you can do yourself? Go plow yourself.

 

[DaveL]

Why find a man to do what you can do yourself? Go plow yourself.

Because I run 2 businesses and work 70 hours a week and have an out of town girl friend so the time of resources is limited

 

[Notorious]

Because I run 2 businesses and work 70 hours a week and have an out of town girl friend so the time of resources is limited

It snow problem, clearly you’re a busy individual. I’ve plowed so many times I have to ask myself, “water you doing?” It’s cold.

 

[Saddle Tramp]

I don't know about plowing but I am experiencing Garage Envy!
Just built a new garage at the house we are moving to. I have to ask what finish is on that floor?

 

[DaveL]

It snow problem, clearly you’re a busy individual. I’ve plowed so many times I have to ask myself, “water you doing?” It’s cold.

You plow with a Sahara? If so, can you share what plow you use and how well it works?

 

[DaveL]

I don't know about plowing but I am experiencing Garage Envy!
Just built a new garage at the house we are moving to. I have to ask what finish is on that floor?

I'm just finishing up the inner details of the garage (cabinets and such). I added 1100 SF to my existing garage - the ariel photo show only the original - the driveway shows the addition....

The floor is 5 day process - it's 5/16 thick starting with epoxy mortar, day 2 seal coat, day 3 black base, day 4 metallic epoxy, day 5 urethane top coat with glass bead

 

[Mikester86]

Damn, I need more money.......

 

[NoahVD]

Would a heated driveway work?

 

[Saddle Tramp]

I'm just finishing up the inner details of the garage (cabinets and such). I added 1100 SF to my existing garage - the ariel photo show only the original - the driveway shows the addition....

The floor is 5 day process - it's 5/16 thick starting with epoxy mortar, day 2 seal coat, day 3 black base, day 4 metallic epoxy, day 5 urethane top coat with glass bead

Looks Amazing - my last shop had an epoxy floor. I loved the look, loved how easy it was to clean but not a good finish for a working garage. Chips welding burns ect. But I must admit a lot of it could have been my fault since it was my firs time to apply such a finish. I am trying to figure out what to do in the new building

 

[DaveL]

Would a heated driveway work?

Yes but that may cost more than the garage

 

[DaveL]

Looks Amazing - my last shop had an epoxy floor. I loved the look, loved how easy it was to clean but not a good finish for a working garage. Chips welding burns ect. But I must admit a lot of it could have been my fault since it was my firs time to apply such a finish. I am trying to figure out what to do in the new building

I have the same floor but dove grey in my business. You do need to be careful but it's still very durable. Frankly, out of all the options, it's the only one I would ever have. Had Racedeck prior - total garbage.

 

[multicam]

Why find a man to do what you can do yourself? Go plow yourself.

damn it, I got here too late. Couldn’t pass this one up.

“I think I've exhausted all the near by guys and that is making me want to plow myself. Frankly, if I could find a good guy I would not do this...”

 

[aldo98229]

Looking at those garage photos, I think your Wrangler needs a Gladiator EcoDiesel to keep it company.

 

[Heimkehr]

I'm looking for suggestions from people who actually have experience plowing with a Jeep, specifically a Sahara. I've seen one model that has casters so it can be rolled around when off and I like this.

I'll step out of line with the thread convo thus far, and attempt to address the question you asked.

Plow attachments for Wranglers are available; a local business specializes in them (for a variety of vehicle brands & models.) Click for example.

I've not personally plowed with my Wrangler, nor would I do so. That's down to personal preference as it concerns treating my vehicles with mechanical sympathy.

While my mission brief is similar to yours, Dave, I'm content to use this solution.

There is a small garage/gas station a few miles from here that has for many years used a CJ for winter plowing. The next time I pass that way, I'll try to get a photo. Their old Jeep is parked in the same spot, plow always in situ, unless it is being used.

Not my best action photo, but it was still coming down and I was in the zone.

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