U-edge How To Cut/trim

[WoofsPlow]

My u-edge is chewed up and I would like to trim the entire edge. Any suggestions on what to cut it with, circular saw with what type of blade? What angle? Thanks:confused:

[bud16415]

That stuff is tough and gummy to cut. In the shop we machine it on a milling machine but I don’t suppose you have access to something like that. Can you just reverse it or flip it over? Is it the older rubber or urethane? How thick? I wouldn’t try a circular saw. I might consider using a router but the set up would have to be solid. I would suggest clamping it between two boards and then cutting it as one piece. Band saw is another way to go if you know someone with one. My understanding is they are just 90 deg on the bottom.
Can you post a pic?
Bud

[gvlawncare]

I just cut a bevel on mine (brand new) with a circular saw. I used a carbide tipped blade, and this worked pretty good. As far as the angle, I guess it would depend on the make of the plow.

[wyldman]

Circular saw with a fine tooth carbide blade will do the trick.Just go slow,and don't force it.

I would trim it off straight for now.When the edge is on the ground,and plowing,it will flex back.It's very hard to calculate this angle.Usually a new straight edge will wear itself in after a bit of plowing.Dropping the plow for a while on some wet pavement will speed up the break in process.

[BWhite]

I agree, cut it square and wear it in on wet pavement or drag it in reverse:D

[Gregg Blair]

Wyldman and BWhite are correct. You should be able to use typical wood cutting equipment to cut or drill urethane. The key is to go slow and don't let the blade get hot.

Cutting an angle the length of the blade is next to impossible. We mold bevels in when requested.

If you have urethane on you tools after use, heat them up and the urethane should scrape right off.

[BRL]

I agree with everything above except:

"Cutting an angle the length of the blade is next to impossible."

As mentioned you can't let the blade get hot, so you can't do it in one quick cut certainly. But if the saw will go through it, it can be cut to any length. Of course I have seen plenty of people who can't cut a straight line in a real thin piece of plywood, so those people probably shouldn't attempt it with the hopes of having a usable product afterwards ;)

[WoofsPlow]

Thanks for all the replys - I will try to post a pic tomorrow:)