Meyer Base Line 240 Motorized Salt and Sand Spreader - Tailgate - 3.7 Cu Ft

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• Which Tailgate 2" Receiver Mounted Salt Spreader Is Going To Work With Wet Sand / Salt Mixes ?
  Michelle, great question - the Base Line 240 # ME86FR and 400 # ME26FR handle dry or slightly damp rock salt and calcium blends well, but they’re not ideal for heavy, wet sand or thick mixes. That’s where the Blaster units # ME98FR and # ME48FR shine: their brush-style auger and built-in vibrator keep sticky materials moving instead of bridging in the throat. If you’re running mostly dry bagged mix, the Base Line will serve you fine if you’re loading bulk material from a pile, I’d lean...
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• What Is The Difference Between Meyer Salt Spreader ME86FR 3.7 cu ft And ME26FR 6.3 cu ft
  Hey Dennis! The # ME86FR is Meyer’s compact Base Line 240 model 3.7 cu ft, intended for lighter-duty use like small driveways or walkways. The # ME26FR Base Line 400 steps you up to ~6.3 cu ft for mid-sized jobs. As you go up in size, you’ll get less frequent refilling but need more power, stronger chassis, and better support for the extra weight. Do you know roughly how much area you’ll spread in one go? That can help pick the sweet size without excess weight.
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• How Does The Controller And Settings Differ Between Meyer Base Line And Blaster Salt Spreaders?
  Hey Brenda, for Base Line models like 6.3 Cu Ft # ME26FR and 3.7 Cu Ft # ME86FR, you get an in-cab touchpad controller with “fast, slow, vibrate” modes so you can tweak output without stopping (vibrator is not included with base line models). The Blaster models like 6.5 Cu Ft # ME98FR and 12.8 Cu Ft # ME48FR offer advanced controls, including a vibrator, blast mode (a surge of power) and automatic spinner shut off when braking, so you avoid waste at intersections. See photo on this page...
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• Do Meyer Tailgate And Hitch Mount Salt Spreaders Come With Vibrators To Prevent Clogging?
  Jorge - you heard right. The Blaster lineup # ME98FR and # ME48FR includes a built-in vibrator to keep material flowing, especially when the salt or ice melt tends to cake or bridge. In wet or semi-frozen material, that vibrator helps prevent clogging in the throat or auger. The Base Line series #ME86FR and # ME26FR rely on a coarse auger and consistent motor drive, though their controller does include a vibrate mode if you add the optional vibrator kit later. The Blasters do come with...
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• Which Tailgate Spreader Is Best For 2" Receiver On 2019 Toyota Tacoma?
  Hey Ryan, great question. All five of those Meyer tailgate spreaders # ME86FR, # ME26FR, # ME98FR, # ME48FR are designed to mount into a Class III 2" × 2" receiver rated for at least 500 lbs of tongue weight, so your Tacoma’s hitch fits the standard requirement. That said, the Blaster 350S # ME98FR is the largest model suited for mid-size or half-ton trucks like yours. The Blaster 750RS # ME48FR is much heavier and should only be used on a 3/4-ton or larger full-size pickup, per Meyer’s...
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• How Do You Wire The Meyer Tailgate Spreader To A Truck Battery?
  Dave, the Meyer tailgate spreader # ME86FR comes with its own harness and in-cab controller. Just run the included leads to your truck’s battery positive and ground, route the wire to the back socket, and plug in the spreader. It’s protected by a 20-amp fuse and draws under that at full load. No extra wiring kits are needed - just keep the cable clear of hot exhaust. Do you plan to mount the controller on the dash or center console?
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• Can My Truck With Standard Battery Power Meyer Salt Spreader? Which Model?
  Yes, Alan - the Base Line 240 # ME86FR runs a single 12-volt motor and draws less current overall than the dual-circuit Blaster systems. It doesn’t power a vibrator, so it’s lighter on your alternator and battery. As long as your truck has a healthy 60-amp alternator and 70-amp battery, you’re good to go (per Meyer). What type of truck is this going on? I have an older Nissan Titan with a standard 12v battery and I would throw the Base Line on without hesitation; wouldn't need to upgrade...
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• Can I Store Salt In Hopper Of Meyer Tailgate Salt Spreader Every Night? Or Should I Empty It?
  Nate, Meyer strongly recommends emptying the hopper after each use, even if it’s covered. Salt and sand pull moisture from the air and will clump overnight, which can jam the auger the next morning. It only takes a couple minutes to unload and hose the throat area. That goes for both the Base Line models like # ME86FR that you were looking at, and Blaster models. Do you have a heated garage or leave the spreader outdoors? That makes a big difference in how strict you’ll need to be with...
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• Can I Tow Small Utility Trailer Behind Truck And Mount Meyers Salt Spreader To Truck Receiver?
  Laura, that’s a great question - and one a lot of folks overlook. The Meyer Blaster spreaders # ME48FR and # ME98FR fully occupy your 2" receiver and extend out past the bumper, so you won’t be able to tow a trailer while the spreader is installed. The hitch ball or coupler would be completely blocked. If you need to switch between towing and spreading, most users remove the spreader assembly when they need the receiver for their trailer. For smaller or lighter setups, the Base Line units...
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• Which Meyer Tailgate Salt Spreader Has A Better Brush Auger To Keep Salt Spreading Evenly?
  Hey Ed! Yes, the Meyer Base Liner salt spreader # ME86FR includes a coarse brush auger to prevent material from flowing prematurely into the throat, which helps reduce clogging. The Blaster models # ME98FR and # ME48FR take that further: they use a brush-style auger plus a vibrator to actively prevent bridging or packing, especially with denser blends. That combination tends to make the Blaster line better for tougher conditions where material wants to clump. Do you have more coarse...
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• How Hard Is It To Remove Meyer Hitch-Mounted Salt Spreader When Wanting To Tow Trailer Or Use Bed?
  Not at all, Ryan. The Meyer Base Line 240 # ME86FR and Base Line 400 # ME26FR tailgate spreaders slide right out of your 2" receiver - just pull the hitch pin, unplug the quick-connect wiring, and lift or roll them away. The 240 weighs around 95 lbs empty, and the 400 is roughly 110 lbs, so one person can handle either one with a small dolly or stand. Meyer actually recommends removing the spreader whenever you tow or haul, since it fully occupies the hitch. Do you have indoor storage...
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