Choosing the Right Vehicle for Plowing Snow
To plow snow, you should have a front engine tractor with at least 20 hp, a strong transmission, and a very strong chassis with front mount capability to hold the plow. The Honda Ridgeline is capable of carrying a plow and handling snow removal. The plow works on vehicles with a bumper height of no more than 14 inches off the ground.
Building Your Own Snow Plow
Designing your own snow plow requires knowledge of steel-working, metal-shaping, and welding. The project will yield a useful machine that clears snow from your driveway.
To make a plow, use a propane torch, large wrench, and steel pieces. Add a metal plate and strap iron for the bottom. Shape the materials into a plow that can drag behind your truck.
DIY frontal plows attach to 4-wheel drives. Build the frame and angle the blade. The mounting frame holds the plow and attaches to the tow bar with pipes and pins.
Making Snow Tools and Plows with Alternative Materials
Handmade snow blowers have minor design differences that make them unique. The simplest tool for sidewalks is a plastic shovel, durable, lightweight, and convenient. To make one from PVC sheet, find plastic for the scoop, plant it on a handle, and fix with a screw.
A $12 wood plow clears driveways using one piece of wood and screws. For a bicycle, use a children’s bike and a wood square to clear snow. To improve the look, paint the metal surfaces. Secure by lifting and sliding onto the mower frame with bolts and nuts.