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What are the KAGE Snow Plow 2014 updates?

by | Mar 1, 2023 | Uncategorized | 0 comments

kage snowfire revision change identification parts and features

Why did KAGE make changes in 2014?

KAGE Innovation strives to make it easy for landscape and snow removal contractors by making the best product to suit their needs. When the KAGE 2-in-1 SnowFire system was released in 2008, snow plow operators would have a problem with the trip edge struggling to roll over a certain curb height. When KAGE heard of this, it implemented a new design to fix this problem for its previous customers and future customers.

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What changed on the KAGE snow plow system?

The overall height of the original (revision one) KAGE snow plow system increased in 2014. The trip edge went from six to eight inches tall, increasing the overall moldboard height from 29″ to 31″. This was rooted by design changes to make using the KAGE system easier and more efficient. This change only applies to the KAGE SnowFire system.

Trip Edge

To accommodate for taller curbs KAGE increased the height of its trip edge. This allows the trip edge to activate over taller objects without lifting the plow or scraping your moldboard. By increasing the trip edge height, but not the cutting edge, allows KAGE system owners to easily find the cutting edge they need because standard measurements were kept.

Spring Group

Due to the heightened trip edge making it easier when encountering taller objects, KAGE had to make a change to its spring groups. The spring groups after 2014 are taller than the ones prior. KAGE also changed the spring ear to ease assembly at the same time. The base angle ears were also modified by extending the connector ear to reach the spring group system.

Poly Skids

Since the moldboard increased in height due to the trip edge system, this caused the box to no longer reach the ground. KAGE solved this by increasing the height of the polyurethane skids. We chose to increase the poly skid height because this allows the box to float over the curb with the taller trip edge. If we had kept the same height, operators would have a problem running their side panels into the curb line.

Cam Lock Bracket Bolts

The bolts on the cam lock bracket went from 3/8″ to 1/2″ in diameter. If your plow box was made prior to 2014 and you need to replace your cam lock brackets, you will need to drill out bigger holes in your moldboard to accommodate bigger bolts.

Slot Plate

There was also a change that was made to the slot plate around this time. KAGE changed the bolts on the slot plate and instead used studs and castle nuts. This made sure the bolts did not back out of the slot plate causing the operator to tighten them after excessive use. If you are having this issue and want to upgrade your slot plate, please call our office at 844-314-5243 to discuss your options. You can also go to our contact us page and send an email to one of our sales representatives who is happy to help!

How do I know what revision my KAGE snow plow is?

The best way to know what revision your KAGE snow plow system is to use visual comparison prior between the two revisions. If your plow system was made after the 2014 revision change, you will have the new revision (or Revision Two). However, if your serial number is prior to the revision change, it may not still be the old (original) revision. KAGE offers an upgrade kit for plow systems to update them to the current revision. If this has been done on an older model, then you may have an upgraded old revision plow and the serial number no longer applies.

The Serial Number

The first piece to consider is when your KAGE snow plow was manufactured. Here is a table to help you determine where your plow system falls into the timeline.

Revision One Serial Numbers

kage old style serial numbers chart

This chart has the serial numbers up to the point that the KAGE SnowFire system had a revision change. All of the serial numbers prior to the listed number are the old revision, unless they have an upgrade kit installed.

Revision Two Serial Numbers

All serial numbers after the chart listed above will be the new style KAGE snow plow, or revision 2.

Visual Comparison

The best way to determine what revision your KAGE snow plow is, is to take a close look at your base angle and spring group to know for sure what parts you need. We suggest this because your plow may have been upgraded and the old revision parts are no longer applicable for your system.

The Base Angle and Spring Group Connection

To determine what revision your plow is, the best place to look is where your base angle connects to the spring group. The older model’s base angle ear is round, the newer model has a lip on the edge of the ear. The older model spring group on the spring bottom will have two small ears with a threaded rod connecting it to the spring tube. The new model has a fixed ear that is also larger with a small cutout around the perimeter.

Base Angle
Old Style Base Angle Identification

The old style base angle ear for the KAGE SnowFire plow has a round exterior and is moderately thinner than the new style. This model is on revision one, which is most plows manufactured prior to 2014.

kage snowfire base angle old style identification

New Style Base Angle Identification

This is the new style base angle that is on all KAGE SnowFire plows beyond the serial numbers listed above for the revision change in 2014. This ear is much taller and has a hook on the end of it.

kage new style base angle identification

This is the new style base angle ear. It has a larger ear with a small hook on the end of it.

Spring Bottom
Old Style Spring Bottom Identification

The old style spring bottom has two smaller ears the shape of a rounded rectangle. They also have an adjustable threaded tension rod.

kage old style spring group identification

New Style Spring Bottom Identification

The new style spring bottom has larger ears. They are welded directly to the spring tube, and they also have a small notch on the perimeter of the ear.

kage new style spring group identification

Revision One Parts

After identifying what revision your plow is, then you may use that information to purchase the appropriate spring group and poly skid kit for your KAGE Snow Plow. If you have identified that your plow is the model prior to 2014 (revision 1) then these will be the spring group and poly skid kits that you will need to purchase.

Part Numbers for the Spring Group Revision One

Purchase Revision One Spring Group (SP-162)

kage old style spring group

This is the KAGE SnowFire revision one spring group.

Part Numbers for the Poly Skid Kit Revision One

Purchase Revision One Poly Skid Kit (KTM67-1)

kage old style poly skid kit

This is the poly skid kit for the KAGE SnowFire revision one plow system.

Revision Two Parts

Part Numbers for the Spring Group Revision Two

Purchase Revision Two Spring Group (SP990)

kage new style spring group

This is the KAGE SnowFire new style spring group.

Part Numbers for the Poly Skid Kit Revision Two

Purchase Revision Two Poly Skid Kit (KTM85-1)

kage new style poly skid kit

This is the KAGE new style poly skid kit.

Part Numbers for the Cam Lock Brackets Revision Two

Purchase Revision Two Cam Lock Bracket Kit (KTKBB-2)

kage new style cam lock bracket kit

This is the KAGE snow plow cam lock bracket kit.

Can I Upgrade my Plow?

kage ten foot upgrade kit

If you have an old style KAGE snow plow and wish to receive the benefits of the new revision, you can upgrade your plow system. Each of these kits include everything that you need to turn your plow into the latest model, besides the cam lock bracket kit and the new slot plate attachment style. These can be purchased separately. Unless you are having trouble with the bolts on either the cam lock brackets or the slot plate is not necessary to upgrade them. If you are, the cam lock bracket kit now comes with larger bolts and all you need to do is drill the holes on your moldboard so that a 1/2″ bolt can fit through them. The slot plate is going to require more work done to it and we suggest that you contact us to discuss what this entails. Each kit includes the taller base angle, appropriate spring groups, the new poly skids, a new cutting edge, snow catches and all of the hardware needed.

Purchase the 6′ Upgrade Kit

Click on this button to purchase the 6′ plow system upgrade kit.

Purchase the 8′ Upgrade Kit

Click on this button to purchase the 8′ plow system upgrade kit.

Purchase the 9′ Upgrade Kit

Click on this button to purchase the 9′ plow system upgrade kit.

Purchase the 10′ Upgrade Kit

Click on this button to purchase the 10′ plow system upgrade kit.

Learn more about saving time and money with the KAGE system at www.kageinnovation.com. You can visit our contact us page if you’d like to talk to a sales representative about the product. To purchase a product, visit our shopping cart or place an order on the phone. Check out the Kage YouTube channel to watch videos about our products!

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