i live in alaska and from the snow to ice i need something stronger than this G80 that has broken 3 times, is this easy to install?
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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6FUee1n3GzI It's a little long winded, but it's a good instructional video. The hardest part was torqueing the ring gear bolts. Other than that, the only special tools required are a dial indicator with a magnetic base, and a torque wrench. It took me about 4 hrs total for the install. I hope this helps...
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Since I had'nt done it since the installation, I just verified before answering, and it is very easy since the gearing system is disangaged. It takes a 2 pound pull only, kids can disengage the system easilly. Frank
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Yes this item is easy to install. All you need is at hand drill in the screws that come with it. You just put it in place and screw the screws through the preset holes. That's all others do it.
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I didn't need to.. I used mine for skis. It takes about 5 minutes to install. All tools needed to install come with the system. You have to buy both the base AND the ski holders.
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I got my wife one for christmas. I only had to install 4 handle screws and plug it in. Extremely easy install. You peel back the door insulation seal and screw in the handles. Then press the insulation seal back down. That is all.
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I did not have a problem with it, where I live I do not have a pile of snow accumulation on it, more ice and frost. It is a pain when it is windy if you put on by yourself. but once you get it on it works great. Least I do not have to scrap my windshield every morning.
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Yes, you can install Easy Heat ADKS-500 on a metal standing seam roof, but the problem is how to keep the cable in place so that the weight of the snow and ice doesn't force the clips and cable to slide down to the eaves, rendering the whole system inoperative. I tried to solve the problem with 75-pound magnets with a hook to hold the cable. They did not work. Heavy snow on the roof creates a tremendous weight. I solved the problem by attaching Alpine SnowGuards to the standing seams, then looping the cable around the guard. The guards attach firmly with machine screws and keep the snow from sliding down and the heated cable melts enough snow to allow a drip to the gutter to avoid an ice jam. How far down the downspout should you run the tape? All the way down and a few inches out the end. If you don't go all the way through the downspout, an ice jam will certainly form where the tape ends, defeating its purpose. I found that the EasyHeat instructions are complete and easy to follow. The snowguards will add an extra cost to your setup but it seems to be the best solution. Mine have been up there on a 26-foot section of the roof for close to 10 years now. They do the job.
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Yes, you should ALWAYS use a squaring tool to be safe. You can get the G5 right on Amazon.
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Jack is spot on! I have had the Toro 1800 for 3 days. The 1st day the belt slipped off. There was side to side play in the roter/auger, just a little bit, but enough. I pulled both side covers off, put the belt back on, and tightened the hell out of everything. Put it all back together, and it has been running perfect for some major snow clearing the last 2 days, at least 6 hours each day and at least 6 inches of snow cover. After you take it apart and tighten everything, I'd recommend putting some black duck tape over the seams of the side covers to make sure everything inside stays dry, so far so good for me. Good luck. Jack is spot on! I have had the Toro 1800 for 3 days. The 1st day the belt slipped off. There was side to side play in the roter/auger, just a little bit, but enough. I pulled both side covers off, put the belt back on, and tightened the hell out of everything. Put it all back together, and it has been running perfect for some major snow clearing the last 2 days, at least 6 hours each day and at least 6 inches of snow cover. After you take it apart and tighten everything, I'd recommend putting some black duck tape over the seams of the side covers to make sure everything inside stays dry,... » Read More Jack is spot on! I have had the Toro 1800 for 3 days. The 1st day the belt slipped off. There was side to side play in the roter/auger, just a little bit, but enough. I pulled both side covers off, put the belt back on, and tightened the hell out of everything. Put it all back together, and it has been running perfect for some major snow clearing the last 2 days, at least 6 hours each day and at least 6 inches of snow cover. After you take it apart and tighten everything, I'd recommend putting some black duck tape over the seams of the side covers to make sure everything inside stays dry, so far so good for me. Good luck. « Show Less
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It's pretty easy if you have floor Jacks and a hydraulic jack. Teraflex has a install video on YouTube.
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First, get this one.. http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00HLK77YO/ref=wms_ohs_product?ie=UTF8&psc=1 .. Going from memory here, but it was really easy. Just took the bolts off around the tailgate cover, it slid right off. The bolts for the handle, came right out. Flop the bar over (not hard at all, I promise). put the new handle in, and put everything back together. I use both the locking hoseclamp solution and this. I feel that this lock is not REAL strong, it feels a bit cheap. This is why I combine it with a locking hoseclamp.
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No it's about 70lbs I have not noticed any difference in breaking after having it installed.
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Go to the "Do it Best" web site. They call it a Snow Sled. Their home page will tell you what hardware stores carry their products. Call the one nearest you and they might have them in stock. If not they can order it and call you in a few days when it is in. I see one by Ames listed for 45 dollars. There will probably be a small extra charge at the store. Probably the same as the shipping charges if you ordered it directly from Do it Best? It is nice to be able to look it over for any damage in the store. Ace Hardware has the 24 inch Garant for about 50 dollars. It has an adjustable length handle which is nice for us taller people. The longer handle also makes it easier to push it up the pile at side of driveway, so you can jerk back on it at top leaving the snow to drop on other side of pile.
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I've used it heavily over the past three days after a 12" and 7" snowfall. The heavier snow took a little bit more care so as not to trip the circuit breaker, but it handled packed and wet slushy snow just fine. This morning I cleared a 150x45 parking area for a local church without any trouble at all. It kept up well with a gas powered snow blower! I had to be careful when attacking the packed clumps of snow along the edge where the county snow plows had been, but this little snow beast didn't skip a beat. One tip - check the blades after a couple of hours of use and make sure to tighten any which are loose. I've used it heavily over the past three days after a 12" and 7" snowfall. The heavier snow took a little bit more care so as not to trip the circuit breaker, but it handled packed and wet slushy snow just fine. This morning I cleared a 150x45 parking area for a local church without any trouble at all. It kept up well with a gas powered snow blower! I had to be careful when attacking the packed clumps of snow along the edge where the county snow plows had been, but this little snow beast didn't skip a beat. One tip - check the blades after a couple of hours of use and make sure to... » Read More I've used it heavily over the past three days after a 12" and 7" snowfall. The heavier snow took a little bit more care so as not to trip the circuit breaker, but it handled packed and wet slushy snow just fine. This morning I cleared a 150x45 parking area for a local church without any trouble at all. It kept up well with a gas powered snow blower! I had to be careful when attacking the packed clumps of snow along the edge where the county snow plows had been, but this little snow beast didn't skip a beat. One tip - check the blades after a couple of hours of use and make sure to tighten any which are loose. « Show Less
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Very sorry cannot answer this question. We bought it for our 5.4 Expedition and a relative who works in automotive will be doing this. He has never used one either, so our vehicle will be the first. All we know is that this is what we were told could help if they break. Sorry I couldn't be any help
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yes - these chains are excellent. i was very frustrated the first time putting them on, but once i figured it out it is insanely easy. just do a dry run when it is not freezing outside and snowing on you!! i have a front wheel drive car, vw diesel, and i throw em on - takes about 2 minutes, and make it up anything no problem!
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I actually had someone do it for me, but it seemed very easy. It took him about 10 to 15 minutes. The hardest part seemed to take off the middle of the steering wheel. I know I could have done it myself but just included it in the other things I had to have fixed.