Cycle Country Plow Help

[userj8670]

Its that time of the year again and was wondering if anyone could post up some pictures of how the plow is supposed to be mounted to the frame. And what exactly mounts it to the frame. Seems that the previous owner didnt include that. Also, do they still make the yellow grip on the handle for it and where could i find it? Google hasnt provided me with much information.

Thanks in advance!



p.s. Post up some pix !!

[dougspcs]

Found some pics of the parts I took off my BR when I removed the plow and sent it to my buddy.

You need three main brackets to hang the plow.

Two go on the foot-peg mounts..just remove the 2 foot peg bolts and place the brackets under the foot peg bracket then reinstall and tighten the bolts.

The third attaches to the front engine mount by removing the 2 bolts on the down-tube and putting the bolts thru the plow bracket and re-securing them..the bracket goes on the right side of the frame down tube

[userj8670]

I got all that but more so what's needed to attach the plow to the frame. Thanks though

[dougspcs]

You just position the plow frame under the trike and lift the rear points up into the 'U' channel in the bracket.

http://www.3wheelerworld.com/attachm...3&d=1318991608

This is a pic of the plow I stole from another thread..the tabs at the top of the pic fit into the 'U'channels in the brackets. Then slip the pins in the holes.

The pins look like this.. http://www.cyclecountry.com/plow-pin-kit

Then the front connects with a front link which I don't have a picture to help with..

If you have installed the brackets and moved the plow into position it pretty much explains itself!!! Figuring out how to orient the brackets was the tough part..the rest is no brainer!!

Not sure I follow where you are stuck...

Do you have the brackets installed? Can you figure out how to bring the plow frame in under the machine and hook up the back pins? Front???

[weidjd]

They are very simple to use and install. Pick up a set of chains and you should be good to go. What bike are you putting it on? Pics?

[dreux13]

I have a thread on here as well where I ended up making my own brackets for my '86 BR/cycle country plow. There's a series of vids on youtube where someone graciously measures out the brackets and gives an indepth analysis of how everything works (search "gunoskey3 part 3" on youtube). I took screenshots of the measurements and fabricated my own brackets which worked perfectly. Took me a few nights to fabricate, but with the proper cutoff tools and welder, it shouldn't take more than 30 minutes!

My plow is missing the yellow grip too and I decided to just leave it off. I did do the research though and found that 3/4 grips found on kids bikes/tricycles should fit. Considering we're all wearing gloves when using these, I really just don't think it's worth it at this point unless I find one for next to nothing.

I need to take a pic of mine with the new tires, plow, strobes, and hand warmers once we see some snow around here.

Good Luck!

[userj8670]

Ok I got it mounted up! Thanks for the help guys. One last question.... does anyone know where to get that gripper thing for the handle? Im not sure what exactly its called. Heres a pic.

[atc350xer]

If you find out, let me know... mines a bit oxidized!

[dreux13]

I was thinking something along the lines of this when I decided I had bigger fish to fry.

http://www.amazon.com/Hunt-Wilde-Gri...274917&sr=1-17

[userj8670]

Sorry but Im kinda a sucker for OEM

[atc350xer]

you know, Cycle Country still makes plows for quads... bet the handle is the same...
Edit: lots of parts look the same, including the pins... gonna order some spares, I think...
http://www.cyclecountry.com/parts?p=1

[userj8670]

I could use a new grip and also need the pin to lock in the blade position. Mine didnt come with that pin and I dont really need whole kit. Oh well

[dougspcs]

I could use a new grip and also need the pin to lock in the blade position. Mine didnt come with that pin and I dont really need whole kit. Oh well

Looks cool now that you got it mounted..but.

Chains Dude..You ain't push shlt without some traction..I know you like your OEM tires from my advise is invest in a set of winter tires and rims or at least a set of chains!!!

You should be able to find the blade pin at your local farm supply store..I'd say TSC store but I don't know that you have then there.

[atc350xer]

Chains Dude..You ain't push shlt without some traction.

X2^
What you've got there is a really pretty parking brake

[oldtime3wheeler]

Get some aggressive tires and you will be fine. I have been plowing my driveway without chains for a few years with no real problem. One hint, its better to plow several times during a big storm than try and do it all at the end.