6/05/14

ANATOMY OF A DUAL-TRIP SNOW PLOW

A snow plow is a snow plow, right?  Or is it?  The fact is that all snow plows will push snow.  However, the mechanics of how a snow plow is designed and manufactured can make a huge difference in the efficiency, durability, reliability and productivity of the snow plow.  For snow removal contractors, having dependable equipment that helps you get the job done is an integral part of running a successful snow removal business.

To take a deeper dive into the anatomy of a plow, take a look at the dual-trip v plow infographic.  See how and why the DXT was designed and built to withstand not only tough plowing conditions but also how the dual-trip design provides enhances plow and vehicle protection when striking hidden obstacles. 



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Posted by Jodie Gilroy, Boss Plows on Tue, May 20, 2014

6/02/14

NHTSA Recall Notice 6.2.14

Please click on the following NHTSA Campaign ID links to view the recall information.



NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 14V210
Manufacturer : Westward Industries
Make / Model Years : WESTWARD / 2013
Subject : Front Brake Pads may Fall Out of Caliper


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 14V215
Manufacturer : Blue Bird Body Company
Make / Model Years : BLUE BIRD / 2009-2015
Subject : Ice May Form in Intake Manifold


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 14V216
Manufacturer : Advanced Wheels Of Technology, Inc.
Make / Model Years : FORD / 2008-2010
Subject : Wheelchair Lift/Outer Roll Stop Latching Mechanism


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 14V217
Manufacturer : E-One Incorporated
Make / Model Years : E-ONE / 2013-2014
Subject : Vehicle Input Module Software Issues


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 14V218
Manufacturer : Nissan North America, Inc.
Make / Model Years : NISSAN / 2014
Subject : Steering Assembly may Loosen


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 14V220
Manufacturer : Forest River, Inc.
Make / Model Years : FOREST RIVER / 2014
Subject : Incorrect Certification Label Information/567


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 14V221
Manufacturer : Utility Trailer Manufacturing Company
Make / Model Years : UTILITY / 2015
Subject : Axle Nuts May Be Over Tightened


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 14V222
Manufacturer : Gillig LLC
Make / Model Years : GILLIG / 2012-2014
Subject : Electrical Harness Connector may Corrode


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 14V225
Manufacturer : Oshkosh Corporation
Make / Model Years : OSHKOSH / 2011-2012
Subject : Over Pressurized Primary Fuel Tank


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 14V226
Manufacturer : Glaval Bus
Make / Model Years : GLAVAL / 2007-2012
Subject : Wheelchair Lift Armored Pendant Cable Shortcircuit


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 14V242
Manufacturer : Daimler Trucks North America LLC
Make / Model Years : FREIGHTLINER / 2013
Subject : Missing locking snap rings on wheel end drive axle


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 14V273
Manufacturer : Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
Make / Model Years : TOYOTA / 2004-2011
Subject : Spare Tire Assembly may Corrode and Detach


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 14V274
Manufacturer : Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
Make / Model Years : TOYOTA / 2014
Subject : Second Row Right-Hand Seat Assembly/FMVSS 207

5/27/14

NHTSA Recall Notice 5.26.14

Please click on the following NHTSA Campaign ID links to view the recall information.



NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 14V197
Manufacturer : Cummings Mobility Conversion & Supply, I
Make / Model Years : CHEVROLET / 2008
FORD / 1994,1998,2007-2011
Subject : Wheelchair Lift/Outer Roll Stop Latching Mechanism


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 14V198
Manufacturer : Autocar Industries, LLC
Make / Model Years : AUTOCAR / 2012-2014
Subject : Floor Mat Caught Between Seat Brackets/FMVSS 207


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 14V199
Manufacturer : Autocar Industries, LLC
Make / Model Years : AUTOCAR / 2012-2014
Subject : Brake Valve Bolts may Loosen/FMVSS 121


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 14V200
Manufacturer : Autocar Industries, LLC
Make / Model Years : AUTOCAR / 2012-2014
Subject : Steering Column Mounting Bracket may be Loose


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 14V201
Manufacturer : Navistar, Inc.
Make / Model Years : INTERNATIONAL / 2013-2015
Subject : Missing Bolts On The Brake Caliper Mounting Plate


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 14V202
Manufacturer : BMW of North America, LLC
Make / Model Years : BMW / 2014
Subject : Child Safety Locks may Disengage


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 14V203
Manufacturer : Isuzu Manufacturing Services of America
Make / Model Years : ISUZU / 2012-2013
Subject : Horn may not Work


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 14V205
Manufacturer : Mack Trucks, Inc.
Make / Model Years : MACK / 2010-2015
Subject : Conspicuity Reflectors Blocked/FMVSS 108


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 14V206
Manufacturer : Prevost Cars, Inc.
Make / Model Years : PREVOST / 2010-2014
Subject : Seat Base Rubbing Seat Belt


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 14V207
Manufacturer : Mack Trucks, Inc.
Make / Model Years : MACK / 2014-2015
Subject : Pressure Relief Valve not Installed in Air Tank


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 14V208
Manufacturer : Mack Trucks, Inc.
Make / Model Years : MACK / 2007-2014
Subject : Hazard Lights May Not Function


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 14V209
Manufacturer : Double K Inc.
Make / Model Years : DOUBLE K / 2009-2010
Subject : Electric Door Actuator May Lead to Fire


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 14V211
Manufacturer : BMW of North America, LLC
Make / Model Years : BMW / 2013
Subject : Transmission Seal may Dislodge and Leak Oil


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 14V214
Manufacturer : Grand Design RV, LLC
Make / Model Years : GRAND DESIGN / 2014
Subject : Microwave May Start On Its Own And Cause A Fire


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 14V224
Manufacturer : General Motors LLC
Make / Model Years : CHEVROLET / 2004-2008
PONTIAC / 2005-2008
SATURN / 2007-2008
Subject : Transmission Shift Cable may Fracture/Rollaway


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 14V253
Manufacturer : General Motors LLC
Make / Model Years : CADILLAC / 2014
Subject : Wiper System may become Inoperable


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 14V259
Manufacturer : General Motors LLC
Make / Model Years : CADILLAC / 2015
Subject : Partial Passenger Air Bag Deployment/FMVSS 208


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 14V260
Manufacturer : General Motors LLC
Make / Model Years : CHEVROLET / 2004-2008
Subject : Headlamp Switch Overheating Causing Fire


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 14V261
Manufacturer : General Motors LLC
Make / Model Years : CHEVROLET / 2004-2008
Subject : Daytime Running Light Module Overheating


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 14V262
Manufacturer : Suzuki Motor of America, Inc.
Make / Model Years : SUZUKI / 2004-2008
Subject : Headlamp Switch or DRL Module Overheating


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 14V265
Manufacturer : General Motors LLC
Make / Model Years : CHEVROLET / 2015
GMC / 2015
Subject : Fuse Block may come Loose and Result in a Fire


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 14V266
Manufacturer : General Motors LLC
Make / Model Years : BUICK / 2009-2014
CHEVROLET / 2009-2014
GMC / 2009-2014
SATURN / 2009-2010
Subject : Flexible Steel Cable for Seat Belt may Fail




5/19/14

NHTSA Recall Notice 5.19.14

Please click on the following NHTSA Campaign ID links to view the recall information.



NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 14V191
Manufacturer : Spartan Motors, Inc.
Make / Model Years : SPARTAN MOTORS / 2011-2014
Subject : Fuel Tank may Separate from Vehicle


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 14V192
Manufacturer : Nissan North America, Inc.
Make / Model Years : NISSAN / 2014
Subject : Front Member Missing Welds/FMVSS 208, 305


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 14V193
Manufacturer : Wheeled Coach Industries, Inc.
Make / Model Years : WHEELED COACH / 2010,2013-2014
Subject : Momentary Power Loss to the EXC Timer


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 14V194
Manufacturer : Triple E Recreational Vehicles
Make / Model Years : FREE SPIRIT / 2012-2014
Subject : Hazard Lights may not Work on Tow Vehicle/Trailer


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 14V195
Manufacturer : Open Range R.V. Company
Make / Model Years : OPEN RANGE / 2014
Subject : Gas Line for Kitchen Slideout Is Too Short


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 14V237
Manufacturer : Ford Motor Company
Make / Model Years : FORD / 2013-2014
Subject : Side-Curtain Rollover Air Bag Deployment Delay


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 14V239
Manufacturer : Ford Motor Company
Make / Model Years : FORD / 2013-2014
Subject : Doors may Open while Driving


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 14V240
Manufacturer : General Motors LLC
Make / Model Years : BUICK / 2014
CHEVROLET / 2014
Subject : Incorrect Brake Rotors may be Installed


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 14V245
Manufacturer : Hyundai Motor Company
Make / Model Years : HYUNDAI / 2011-2014
Subject : Air Bag Assembly May Loosen in the Steering Wheel


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 14V246
Manufacturer : General Motors LLC
Make / Model Years : CHEVROLET / 2014-2015
GMC / 2014
Subject : Tie Rod Separation/Loss of Steering


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 14V247
Manufacturer : General Motors LLC
Make / Model Years : CHEVROLET / 2014
Subject : Loss of Brake Vacuum Assist/FMVSS 135


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 14V251
Manufacturer : General Motors LLC
Make / Model Years : CHEVROLET / 2005-2007
Subject : Loss of Low Beam Headlights


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 14V252
Manufacturer : General Motors LLC
Make / Model Years : CHEVROLET / 2004-2012
PONTIAC / 2005-2010
SATURN / 2007-2010
Subject : Brake Lights may or may not Randomly Illuminate


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 14V254
Manufacturer : Highland Ridge RV
Make / Model Years : OPEN RANGE / 2014
Subject : Gas Line for Kitchen Slideout Is Too Short


5/15/14

The Powerjack - Heavy Duty Highway Jack



The  Powerjack 7500™ is designed for large equipment trailers that are towed by vehicles with compressed air systems on board. This unit is controlled by an Enerpac XA series pump. A single Powerjack 7500™ is used for trailers and equipment with hitch weights up to 7500 lbs, making it the perfect jack for installation on trailers rated at 20,000 lbs, up to a maximum of 30,000 lbs.



The dual Powerjack 7500™ is the easiest way to handle your larger goose-necks and tag trailers with a lift capacity up to 15,000 lbs of hitch weight. This set is capable of supporting trailers up to 60,000 lbs GVWR with a maximum 25% of the trailer weight on the hitch.

The new foot design allows for an impressive 31 inch lift from ground to mounting surface.

This jack is perfect for:

    Air Powered Hydraulics
    Gooseneck Flatbed Trailers
    Enclosed Fifthwheel Trailers
    Tag Trailers
    Equipment Trailers

Lift Capacity     7500 lbs
Weight     196.9 lbs
Total Length     37.85”
Mounting Length     35”
Width     12”
Width with Handle     19.4”
Depth     10.16”

Email: Info@powerjacksystems.com
Phone: 712-725-2450

   






5/12/14

NHTSA Recall Notice 5.12.14

Please click on the following NHTSA Campaign ID links to view the recall information.



NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 14V179
Manufacturer : Winnebago Industries, Inc
Make / Model Years : WINNEBAGO / 2014-2015
Subject : Brake Fluid Leakage From Brake Hose


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 14V187
Manufacturer : Spartan Motors, Inc.
Make / Model Years : UTILIMASTER / 2010-2014
Subject : Power Stud Electrical Terminal Loose


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 14V189
Manufacturer : MV Agusta USA, LLC
Make / Model Years : MV AGUSTA / 2014
Subject : Swingarm Pin Securing Bolt Failure


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 14V190
Manufacturer : Forest River, Inc.
Make / Model Years : VIBE / 2014
Subject : Incorrect Certification Label/FMVSS 567


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 14V196
Manufacturer : Jayco, Inc.
Make / Model Years : JAYCO / 2013-2014
Subject : Microwave May Start On Its Own And Cause A Fire


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 14V224
Manufacturer : General Motors LLC
Make / Model Years : SATURN / 2007-2008
Subject : Transmission Shift Cable may Fracture/Rollaway


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 14V234
Manufacturer : Chrysler Group LLC
Make / Model Years : CHRYSLER / 2010-2014
DODGE / 2010-2014
Subject : Vent Window Switch may Overheat


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 14V237
Manufacturer : Ford Motor Company
Make / Model Years : FORD / 2013-2014
Subject : Side-Curtain Rollover Air Bag Deployment Delay


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 14V238
Manufacturer : Navistar, Inc.
Make / Model Years : INTERNATIONAL / 2014
Subject : Ice May Form in Intake Manifold




5/05/14

NHTSA Recall Notice 5.5.14

Please click on the following NHTSA Campaign ID links to view the recall information.



NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 14V166
Manufacturer : Ducati North America
Make / Model Years : DUCATI / 2012-2013
Subject : Horn, High Beam and Right Turn Signals may Fail


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 14V170
Manufacturer : Mazda North American Operations
Make / Model Years : MAZDA / 2014
Subject : Fuel Tank can be Overfilled Resulting in Fuel Leak


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 14V172
Manufacturer : Motor Coach Industries
Make / Model Years : MCI / 2009-2014
Subject : Seats may Detach from Floor in a Crash


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 14V175
Manufacturer : Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
Make / Model Years : HONDA / 2014
Subject : Passenger's Side Curtain Air Bag may not Deploy


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 14V176
Manufacturer : BMW of North America, LLC
Make / Model Years : BMW / 2010-2012
Subject : Camshaft Housing Bolts May Loosen causing Stall


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 14V177
Manufacturer : Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.
Make / Model Years : MERCEDES BENZ / 2008-2011
Subject : Tail Lamp Dimming or Failure


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 14V178
Manufacturer : PACCAR Incorporated
Make / Model Years : PETERBILT / 2014-2015
Subject : Lighting Combination may be too Bright/FMVSS 108


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 14V180
Manufacturer : Transportation Collaborative, Inc.
Make / Model Years : TRANS TECH / 2011-2014
Subject : Seat may not stay Anchored Down/FMVSS 207, 210


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 14V183
Manufacturer : Oshkosh Corporation
Make / Model Years : OSHKOSH / 2012-2014
Subject : Ice May Form in Intake Manifold


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 14V186
Manufacturer : DUECO Inc.
Make / Model Years : FORD / 2011
FREIGHTLINER / 2010
GMC / 2008-2009
INTERNATIONAL / 2009-2011
Subject : Sure Power DC-DC Converters:Fire Risk


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 14V204
Manufacturer : Ford Motor Company
Make / Model Years : FORD / 2015
Subject : Transmission Calibration Error/FMVSS 102


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 14V212
Manufacturer : General Motors LLC
Make / Model Years : CADILLAC / 2013
Subject : Transmission Software may cause Acceleration Lag


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 14V213
Manufacturer : General Motors LLC
Make / Model Years : CHEVROLET / 2015
GMC / 2015
Subject : Fuel Pipe Connections may Leak


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 14V223
Manufacturer : General Motors LLC
Make / Model Years : BUICK / 2014
CHEVROLET / 2014
GMC / 2014
Subject : Inaccurate Fuel Gauge Reading


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 14V227
Manufacturer : Polaris Industries, Inc.
Make / Model Years : VICTORY / 2014-2015
Subject : Insufficient Crankcase Clearance/Engine Seizure