YM 155D Snow thrower??

[Scotty Dive]

Not all the pictures show up in this old thread of mine, but I added an upper radiator hose temp probe. I tapped it to fit the probe. I run 160 degrees even on the hottest days according to the gauge, which I was surprised it was that low....I honestly wish it got a bit hotter.

https://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/yanmar/212690-adding-temp-probe-temp-gauge.html

 

[clemsonfor]

160 is pretty cold for these engines!

 

[Jtullis13]

Not all the pictures show up in this old thread of mine, but I added an upper radiator hose temp probe. I tapped it to fit the probe. I run 160 degrees even on the hottest days according to the gauge, which I was surprised it was that low....I honestly wish it got a bit hotter.

https://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/yanmar/212690-adding-temp-probe-temp-gauge.html

Scotty I have the same thing installed on my 2210d with a gauge similar to yours. I plan on doing the same thing to my 155d as soon as I get the parts. The block heater that I installed on the 155d works great, which is what chevy791979 was asking about.

 

[Jtullis13]

Ok so I have been doing a lot of research and think I am going to get the Woodmaxx SB48 snowblower. It is a 48" blower that I would be using on my 155d. It is on the heavy side weighing 529 pounds. I know my little 155 only has 3hp at the pto and this blower is rated for 15-25 pto hp, but I am confident it can handle it. The reason I would like the Woodmaxx is because is has a replaceable cutting edge and has great reviews. I figure I could use this blower on my 2210d too if I needed too, the only thing is my rear tires would be out about 3.5"s on both sides of the blower. Any thoughts on the Woodmaxx for my 155? Here are some pics
Thanks

 

[clemsonfor]

Are your tires at the narrowest? You could swap rims if not and want it natrower

 

[chevy791979]

Might be a bit heavy in my opinion.

 

[rScotty]

Ok so I have been doing a lot of research and think I am going to get the Woodmaxx SB48 snowblower. It is a 48" blower that I would be using on my 155d. It is on the heavy side weighing 529 pounds. I know my little 155 only has 3hp at the pto and this blower is rated for 15-25 pto hp, but I am confident it can handle it. The reason I would like the Woodmaxx is because is has a replaceable cutting edge and has great reviews. I figure I could use this blower on my 2210d too if I needed too, the only thing is my rear tires would be out about 3.5"s on both sides of the blower. Any thoughts on the Woodmaxx for my 155?
Thanks

The problem is going to be that the YM155 has a transmission-driven PTO. There is no separate PTO clutch; the ground speed controls the snowblower RPM. Just like a pre-1950s low end farm tractor.

At one time Yanmar built a matching snow blower for the YM155 tractor. I don't know how you would find one - maybe try some of the folks like Hoye that sell old Yanmar parts? Yanmar built the YMS-48 (48" wide) snowblower to match the YM155(D) tractor. It was popular and lots were sold. if you found one it would be 30 to 40 years old now and would definitely require some maintenance..., but even considering its age, it was considerably more sophisticated than the most snow blowers are today.

It had to be sophisticated and efficient, considering that the YM155(D) only has 15 hp at the best of time and because that transmission-driven PTO means it always has to split those 15 hp between running the tractor and the snowblower simultaneously.

Something to consider when looking at snowblowers is since your YM155 has a transmission-driven PTO without a separate clutch, it helps a lot when the snowblower has some sort of clutch built in. Not an over-running clutch, a go/nogo clutch.

The YMS-48 also had replacable skid shoes and cutting edges - although I think all snow blowers have that.

It also had a 2 stage blower, separate switchable clutch, worm gear drive auger, hydraulic power both up and down, sealed bearings throughout, and a hydraulically aimed deflecter chute. Because of the power down, it could get away with only weighing 350 lbs or so
.
Anyway, those are the kinds of features I'd be looking for if I were to put one on my YM165 - or on any snowblower.

Best of all, the Yanmar snowblower mounted to the FRONT of the tractor. You drove facing forward.

Price in 1980 was about $800 - I'd expect a good used one to be close to that. It would bring that around here.
rScotty

 

[Jtullis13]

Clemsonfor I have turf tires on my 2210d so they cant go any narrower than they are. And I thought it might be a bit on the heavy side as well Chevy791979, but think I should be ok, I hope...

 

[Jtullis13]

The problem is going to be that the YM155 has a transmission-driven PTO. There is no separate PTO clutch; the ground speed controls the snowblower RPM. Just like a pre-1950s low end farm tractor.

At one time Yanmar built a matching snow blower for the YM155 tractor. I don't know how you would find one - maybe try some of the folks like Hoye that sell old Yanmar parts? Yanmar built the YMS-48 (48" wide) snowblower to match the YM155(D) tractor. It was popular and lots were sold. if you found one it would be 30 to 40 years old now and would definitely require some maintenance..., but even considering its age, it was considerably more sophisticated than the most snow blowers are today.

It had to be sophisticated and efficient, considering that the YM155(D) only has 15 hp at the best of time and because that transmission-driven PTO means it always has to split those 15 hp between running the tractor and the snowblower simultaneously.

Something to consider when looking at snowblowers is since your YM155 has a transmission-driven PTO without a separate clutch, it helps a lot when the snowblower has some sort of clutch built in. Not an over-running clutch, a go/nogo clutch.

The YMS-48 also had replacable skid shoes and cutting edges - although I think all snow blowers have that.

It also had a 2 stage blower, separate switchable clutch, worm gear drive auger, hydraulic power both up and down, sealed bearings throughout, and a hydraulically aimed deflecter chute. Because of the power down, it could get away with only weighing 350 lbs or so
.
Anyway, those are the kinds of features I'd be looking for if I were to put one on my YM165 - or on any snowblower.

Best of all, the Yanmar snowblower mounted to the FRONT of the tractor. You drove facing forward.

Price in 1980 was about $800 - I'd expect a good used one to be close to that. It would bring that around here.
rScotty

It would be pretty cool to have the actual snowblower they made for this thing, but I am sure they are long gone and if not very neglected. I appreciate your input on the transmission-driven PTO, I had give that some thought before and that is why I haven't purchased anything yet. I have read several threads from this site with different machines with the same PTO hp that I have and they claim a 50" thrower is not an issue. Some of these tractors were hydro and some gear driven.

I thought that all snowblowers had replaceable cutting edges and shoes, but that is not the case. I was initially looking at a Farm King and one from Northern Tool, both were a nice price and they until looked very well built, but the cutting edge is part of the thrower on both of them. If it gets messed up or worn out (which would take a long time) you would have to cut the welds and fabricate your own cutting edge which could be pretty time consuming and costly. So I kept looking and the Woodmaxx was the only one in my price range with that option. The weight of the thrower is a concern, but my biggest concern is having the PTO power.

One thing I am concerned about is paved driveways that are uneven, such as the drive is slight decline then levels out and is flat and then goes up a incline and had some cracks that are raised up a touch. I know I shouldn't rid the thrower clear down over those raised cracks, I just want to make sure the thrower will float enough to go up that incline when I get to that point in the drive.

 

[chevy791979]

Clemsonfor I have turf tires on my 2210d so they cant go any narrower than they are. And I thought it might be a bit on the heavy side as well Chevy791979, but think I should be ok, I hope...

If it will lift it, hang some weight on the front and call it good

 

[Jtullis13]

I am not to worried about it lifting the front, I do have some weights for the front if I need to put them on there, more concerned about PTO HP with such a heavy duty blower, not the size or weight of it. And really concerned about the slope of drive. I hope the blower will float up and down to compensate for the difference in the angle of the drive, if that makes sense? Think of a long rolling hill except in a drive way and not as steep as a rolling hill. You get the picture right?

 

[chevy791979]

I am not to worried about it lifting the front, I do have some weights for the front if I need to put them on there, more concerned about PTO HP with such a heavy duty blower, not the size or weight of it. And really concerned about the slope of drive. I hope the blower will float up and down to compensate for the difference in the angle of the drive, if that makes sense? Think of a long rolling hill except in a drive way and not as steep as a rolling hill. You get the picture right?

Yes sir. I've used chains for the lift links instead of a solid link like they have. Seemed to help with the "floating" ability for right and left up and down independently

 

[Jtullis13]

Yes sir. I've used chains for the lift links instead of a solid link like they have. Seemed to help with the "floating" ability for right and left up and down independently

Ahh that is what I was wondering.. Thanks for the response and advice, I will look into doing that.

 

[chevy791979]

It works well for that application. Not so much for anything else. Lol. I used lifting eyes for the chain connection

 

[Jtullis13]

Thanks Chevy, I am going to get some chain ect this weekend, then decide if I am going with a 48" blower for my 155d or get a 60" and use it with my 2210d with a FEL. I could just go with the 48" and use it on both tractors, but the 2210d will overlap 5" or so on each side of it if I do that. I guess I should have explained a little more earlier about my situation which would help my dilemma. My folks are turning 80 in a month and live 20 minutes from me. I have been clearing there drive for many years and the rear blade has been great but as I get older I wanted something easier for myself. So instead of transporting my 2210d back and forth I decided to leave it at their place for the winter and going to keep the 155d at my place, figuring I would transport the 155d because it would be easier because of its size. But with the way my mind works I started to think maybe I should just get a 60" for the 2210d and leave it there and use a blade at my place since I have half the drive they do. So that has been my dilemma.. I know its weird right, I am just trying to find the best solution for both places and cant justify 2 blowers due to the price.

 

[chevy791979]

I'd say you got it figured out.

 

[Jtullis13]

Well I always think I have it figured out.... Inevitably I find something to justify something I don't need LOL

 

[chevy791979]

The struggle is real my friend. Lol

 

[pmsmechanic]

Yeah I might have to hit you up for some information in your manuals at some time. Hmm 500 miles one way.... LOL. I looked on Hoye and didn't see that T'd cap. I was also wondering what other tractors wheels would fit this tractor. I am sure if I research I can found out. I am wanting another set to put turf tires on it.

I found out the other day that Hoyes sells tire tire kits. You might want to check that out.

 

[clemsonfor]

I found out the other day that Hoyes sells tire tire kits. You might want to check that out.

He did, that's where he got the rims, but he didn't want to spend $1500 on the kit so he made up his own, using their rims, since rims for these are hard to come by.