Do Meyer Tailgate And Hitch Mount Salt Spreaders Come With Vibrators To Prevent Clogging?
Updated 10/21/2025 | Published 10/07/2025
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I heard the Blaster models ME98FR, ME48FR include a vibrator. How much does the vibrator help compared to the Base Line spreaders?
asked by: Jorge
Expert Reply:
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 the vibrator already installed though which is a nice bonus.
If your area sees a lot of moisture or sticky blends, the vibrator can be a lifesaver.
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Oscar
10/16/2025
Can confirm. I’ve got the Blaster 350S on my F-150 and that built-in vibrator makes a huge difference. Before that I used a smaller spreader and had to keep shaking it every few minutes when the salt got damp or clumped. Haven’t had a single clog with the Blaster even on wet, chunky mix. Totally worth it.