Yanmar SB60R Front End Snow Blower

[Baughes]

I just wanted to say my Yanmar SB60R snowblower, attached to my Yanmar 425 performed like a champ this winter. I live in Montana and we had a light winter compaired to most years but when it snowed. it was in feet and usually multiple. The blizzard of January 17, 2024 I plowed 4 1/2 miles, 3 times to keep the road open for my wife's birthday party. The SB60R handled everything. It throws snow about 30 feet off the road so we don't get the narrowing we have had in the past with my old JD.

The chute turns quickly and has a wide swing that allows perfect placement of the snow. I loved the reverse PTO Kill switch that allows you to back up without having to turn off the PTO. I was concerned with it's reliability when I bought it but was told it would be perfect for my needs. It lived up to its recommendation. It attaches and comes off the tractor quickly so I could use the loader/grapple when I needed it for tree removal. I have to say I am extreamly pleased with how well it performed. Not one issue this winter. Looking forward to next winter's snow removal.

 

[bmaverick]

I just wanted to say my Yanmar SB60R snowblower, attached to my Yanmar 425 performed like a champ this winter. I live in Montana and we had a light winter compaired to most years but when it snowed. it was in feet and usually multiple. The blizzard of January 17, 2024 I plowed 4 1/2 miles, 3 times to keep the road open for my wife's birthday party. The SB60R handled everything. It throws snow about 30 feet off the road so we don't get the narrowing we have had in the past with my old JD.

The chute turns quickly and has a wide swing that allows perfect placement of the snow. I loved the reverse PTO Kill switch that allows you to back up without having to turn off the PTO. I was concerned with it's reliability when I bought it but was told it would be perfect for my needs. It lived up to its recommendation. It attaches and comes off the tractor quickly so I could use the loader/grapple when I needed it for tree removal. I have to say I am extreamly pleased with how well it performed. Not one issue this winter. Looking forward to next winter's snow removal.

Is your Yanmar a YT425, EF425, AF425 or the tiny SA425? The prefix really matters.

 

[Baughes]

Is your Yanmar a YT425, EF425, AF425 or the tiny SA425? The prefix really matters.

Its the tiny SA425.

 

[bmaverick]

Its the tiny SA425.

Even as it's a small CUT, the SA425 has the largest for the rear wheels. The smaller SA models can't use a PHD due to the really small rear wheels.

 

[fishhead]

Hey Op,
what part of MT are you in and what dealer are you using?

 

[Baughes]

I am in Bigfork, and am using Glacier Supply in Bigfork. If there is anything that I can buy online I am using Deer Mountain Equipment in Washington St. They are resonable, fast delivery, care about you and are on time.

 

[HobbleCreek]

How is that blower mounted and driven? Is it PTO driven, or hydraulic, or something else? Thanks for the good report. I live in the mountains of Utah. I have a rear mounted PTO driven blower and it performs quite well, but it's a literal pain in the next. I'm looking for ideas on a front mounted blower.

 

[sailor lou]

I realize this is an old post, but I have a question on the Yanmar SB60R blower on a SA425 and this seems like the most relevant writeup I've seen so far. I just hooked up the snowblower for the first time (all new) and the long driveshaft from the Mid PTO to the bearing in the blowers frame assembly seems to have a pretty good wobble. Everything works fine, but the wobble appears to be more than I would expect. I checked all the mountings, the bearing and there doesn't seem to be any excessive play anywhere. I am starting to think that maybe the shaft isn't perfectly straight, but before I go back to the dealer or have it balanced, I was wondering what others have seen. Thanks for any observation out there.

 

[OPS Connecticut]

I realize this is an old post, but I have a question on the Yanmar SB60R blower on a SA425 and this seems like the most relevant writeup I've seen so far. I just hooked up the snowblower for the first time (all new) and the long driveshaft from the Mid PTO to the bearing in the blowers frame assembly seems to have a pretty good wobble. Everything works fine, but the wobble appears to be more than I would expect. I checked all the mountings, the bearing and there doesn't seem to be any excessive play anywhere. I am starting to think that maybe the shaft isn't perfectly straight, but before I go back to the dealer or have it balanced, I was wondering what others have seen. Thanks for any observation out there.

Sounds like a good set up. I'm new here and BEFORE I buy am wondering how long it takes to shift from Front Loader to Snow Blower on a Case 55C... I'll be interested to see responses to your post.

 

[oldnslo]

Does the drive shaft slide apart? If yes have you confirmed the phase angle of U-joints is correct? Most shafts only fit together one way but I have read reports on some that allowed assembly in more than orientation.

 

[sailor lou]

I can't speak for the Case, but on the Yanmar it only takes a few minutes to remove the loader then about 15 minutes to hang the blower bracket, attached the blower/driveshaft and reconnect the hydraulics.

The drive shaft I'm referring to is one piece, with a slip yoke near the blower bearing and a locking yoke at the PTO. I'm going to try removing it and rotating it 90 degrees to see if anything changes.

Thanks for the responses.

 

[Yander]

Once you get a chance to use that blower on some heavy snow, please throw a quick video up here. I'd like to see the SA425 cast some snow.

 

[sailor lou]

Will do !!!

 

[Red Pepper]

sailor lou
If so... where did you find the installation procedure for mounting the snowblower. I am working on the possible deal for a SA325 with the SB52 Blower and a Broom attachment

 

[Red Pepper]

Even as it's a small CUT, the SA425 has the largest for the rear wheels. The smaller SA models can't use a PHD due to the really small rear wheels.

bmaverick
I guess I do not understand PHD will you help me out with that please, I am close to ordering my SA325

 

[sailor lou]

Red Pepper,
I purchased the snowblower new so it came with all the mounting hardware, hydraulic lines and instructions. I have the SB60 so it's probably different on the SB52. I've had good luck contacting Yanmar directly with with question like this, it may be worth a try.

 

[bmaverick]

bmaverick
I guess I do not understand PHD will you help me out with that please, I am close to ordering my SA325

PHD is abbreviation for a Post Hole Digger. Your SA425 has the tallest rear wheels in the SA series, so you can attach and operate one. Likewise with the taller snow blowers.

Did you fill the rear tires with RV/Marine pink stuff winterized coolant? This is more pet safe and will not corrode the rims nor degrade the rubber tires. Having this will add to the traction the SA425 will need when plowing snow with wetness.

 

[bmaverick]

Red Pepper,
I purchased the snowblower new so it came with all the mounting hardware, hydraulic lines and instructions. I have the SB60 so it's probably different on the SB52. I've had good luck contacting Yanmar directly with with question like this, it may be worth a try.

see attached

 

[Red Pepper]

Thank you for the reply. The deal with the dealer fell through. Somewhat of a part time sales person did not follow through with emails and questions so I told them I will seek a dealer else where or look for a private sale

 

[Red Pepper]

I did end up picking up a snow removal unit for this coming season. It is a 1995 Simplicity Sunstar that has been gone through according to the gentleman that used it for the past 5yrs or so.