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• Salt And Fertilizer Spreader That Won't Rust Or Corrode During Seasons
  Brenda, great question. The Meyer Walk Behind Spreader # ME43FR has a frame that is powder-coated steel, so it resists corrosion much better than bare metal, but it’s still wise to rinse it after every storm. The gearbox is fully enclosed to keep salt and brine off the gears. If you want maximum longevity, that’s where the stainless-steel # ME63FR shines (no pun intended); this one is basically the same and functions the same, aside from having heavier duty stainless steel frame and other...
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• How Far Will Meyer Walk Behind Spreader Be Able To Throw Salt Or Fertilizer?
  Good question, Steve. On dry salt and a steady pace, the Meyer walk behind spreader # ME43FR will spread roughly 8–12 feet wide. You can dial the rate down with the control lever to narrow it for sidewalks or open it up for bigger driveways. The spread pattern’s really even thanks to that spinner plate to keep things consistent. This is also available in a heavier duty stainless steel version with part number # ME63FR Would you say your surface is asphalt or gravel? That can change how...
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• How To Fix Uneven Salt Pattern On Meyer Walk Behind Spreader
  Hey Lisa, that’s an easy tweak for the Meyer walk behind spreader # ME63FR. Just loosen the two knobs on the discharge chute and move it slightly closer or farther from the impeller (Meyer calls these positions A, B, and C). A small adjustment centers the pattern again. It’s normal to re-check once or twice a season, especially if buildup changes how the salt falls off the impeller. Do you mainly spread ice melt or fertilizer? I can help you find a good setting for your product type (the...
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• Is There Any Maintenance Difference Between Meyer Walk Behind Spreader ME43FR & ME63FR ?
  Dennis, the maintenance steps are identical - rinse, dry, grease bearings, and keep 20–25 PSI in the tires. The only difference is that stainless version # ME63FR will resist corrosion better so you may not need to touch it up with paint in the future, whereas the # ME43FR may require touch up paint to continue protecting the metal from corrosion over the years. You’ll still want to oil the axle and impeller bearings and occasionally remove the gear cover to check mesh alignment. If the...
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• What Is The Difference Between Meyer Hotshot Spreader ME43FR And ME63FR
  Phil, the main difference is durability. The # ME43FR uses a powder-coated steel frame and steel parts, with poly carbon hopper, while the # ME63FR swaps all metal parts for stainless steel - so no chipping or rust, even with daily salt use. The # ME63FR also has beefed up parts that are heavier duty. They both have the same poly carbon plastic 70-lb hopper, enclosed gearbox, pneumatic tires, and adjustable gate control. If you’re spreading often or storing outdoors, stainless pays for...
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• Is Meyer Walk Behind Spreader Okay With Calcium Chloride Pellets? Will It Clog?
  Gary, you’ll be in great shape with the Meyer walk behind spreader # ME63FR. Its 70-lb hopper and enclosed metal gearbox are built for dry, free-flowing ice melt, including calcium chloride pellets and rock salt. Just make sure the pellets are dry and not clumped from moisture - that’s what causes most jams. A quick rinse and dry after use keeps the gate sliding smoothly all year. Are you spreading mostly sidewalks, or parking lots?
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• How Often Do I Need To Grease Or Oil Mechanism In Meyer Hotshot Walk Behind Spreader?
  Tom, for the # ME63FR, Meyer recommends greasing the axle bearings and oiling the impeller shaft bearing, pivot points, and spring behind the rate plate every few uses - more often if you’re out daily in rough elements. The stainless frame keeps corrosion off the main structure, but the moving parts still need that little TLC and lubrication. Do you spray any anti-corrosion product on the spinner or gears too?
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• Is Stainless Steel Frame Worth The Upgrade On The Meyer Hotshot 70 Walk Behind Spreader?
  Hey Carl! Mechanically, they’re identical. The # ME63FR just swaps the powder-coated frame and handles for full stainless steel, which resists corrosion long-term, better than the # ME43FR. The gearbox, 70-lb hopper, and pneumatic tires are the same, but stainless saves you from rust and repainting after a few salty winters. Do you store yours indoors or outside? If it stays in an unheated shed, stainless really earns its keep.
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• Which Walk Behind Spreader Is Good For Ice Melt Salt In Commercial Lot?
  Carlos, the Meyer Walk-Behind Spreaer # ME43FR is perfect for small- to mid-size commercial walks and lots - anything under about 10,000 square feet is very manageable. You’ll get steady output and simple operation without needing a powered tailgate unit. If you’re covering larger lots daily, the stainless # ME63FR version is worth a look for longevity. How big is your route?
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• Does The Stainless Steel Spreader ME63FR Come Pre-Calibrated ?
  Javier, the Meyer walk behind spreader # ME63FR is pre-calibrated from the factory, but Meyer does suggest checking the port opening once in a while. Just set the control to “B,” flip the on/off lever open, and make sure the bottom gate is just cracked open. If it’s not, you loosen the pointer screw, align the pointer to “B,” and retighten - takes 30 seconds. Most users never need to adjust it, but it’s worth a quick look each season. Have you used other broadcast spreaders before? Calibration...
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