Will the SaltDogg Electric Hitch-Mount Salt Spreader Work w/ Sand?

Published 12/07/2022

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SaltDogg Electric Hitch-Mount Salt Spreader for 1-1/4" or 2" Hitch - Gravity - 4.4 Cu Ft

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$799.00

SaltDogg Electric Tailgate Salt Spreader for 2" Hitch - Powered Auger - 11 Cu Ft

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$3199.00

Question:

Can I use this spreader with sand if I use a vibrator with it?

asked by: Erick T

Expert Reply:

I have a solution for you but the SaltDogg Electric Hitch-Mount Salt Spreader item # 337TGSUV1B can only be used with dry-bagged #1 free-flowing rock salt or refined sodium chloride. I verified this information with the manufacturer. The weight of the sand compared to the weight of the salt is the limiting issue. If you use sand and have a failure your warranty will be voided.

The SaltDogg Electric Hitch-Mount Salt Spreader item # 337TGSUV1B can be mounted to both 1-1/4" and 2" hitches. The in-cab control switch lets you turn the spinner on and off.

Instead I recommend using the SaltDogg Electric Tailgate Salt Spreader for 2" Hitch item # 337TGS07 which can use both salt and sand. The only disadvantage is this one has to mount inside of a truck bed not on a hitch.

I have linked review videos for both products below. Feel free to email me back if you have any further questions.

expert reply by: Jerred H