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NonTypicalCPA
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I guess i am the first to reply that actually has and uses a pull blower- i have a Pronovost P-74-INV on a jd 3720
Of the 2 i think that the pronovost has an edge due to the greater width and drum diameter. Tractor data shows a width of 66.5 inches for your tractor
is that correct? If so i would want to be at least 72 inches wide - maybe more- you can add small wings to any rear pull to add width but adding too much would probably not feed well.
Quality is probably similar as the Meteors have a good reputation and the Puma is a better quality homeowner model. It does seem to me that the blower i have is quite efficient at moving snow.
Hydraulic chute rotation to me is a must as i am constantly adjusting the chute and deflector. i have read mixed reviews on the scrapers. Check out the thread "switching to a blowing service " on plow site.
You are close to canada - it would probably be worth looking into a Blower north of the border and importing yourself- hopefully there are still no tariffs on blowers.
I brought mine in and it was super easy. I would also look at Normand for quality rear pulls.
I would probably be cautious of the PXPL80 because it weighs 1215 lbs and sits back a bit, My blower weighs 970 and tends to make the front end light. It also lists for 12k so even at a deal or used
Thanks fishhead. Have you been happy with your pull type? How much snow do you get in an average year? The PLPX80 is heavier than I want. I have loaded rear tires and a loader on the front and I haven稚 seen snow in 10 years that I haven稚 been able to drive through.