PERFORMANCE
The Meyer Mate™ is the Perfect Companion
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On a cold lonely night, the Meyer® Mate™ is the perfect companion for your snowplow. The Mate has a generous 9.0 cubic foot capacity (700 lbs.) and attaches conveniently to your vehicle without tools, in minutes. The Mate comes fully assembled for quick installation to your truck’s tailgate and bumper--there’s no drilling required. And the Mate has many mounting choices including a swing-out option that moves the unit out of the way, allowing the owner to access the bed of the truck from the tailgate.
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Mate shown with Optional EZ-Swing Mount
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Direct Drive Motor
The heart of a tailgate spreader is its motor. The Mate is powered by a commercial-duty 1/8 HP, 12V direct-drive motor. No space-consuming, power-robbing, right-angle gearboxes found on this Mate! The Mate drives the spinner directly off the motor drive shaft, providing positive, energy-efficient power to the agitator system. In addition, the Mate comes standard with a built-in vibrator to maximize salt flow performance.
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Mate shown with optional top screen
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Big Capacity And Performance
The Mate holds a very generous 700lbs. of salt, sand or a mixture of your choice. The capacity is one of the largest in the category making it convenient for those important parking lots and walkways. In addition, Meyer offers an optional sifting screen for the Mate that breaks up clumps of salts & sand prior to entering the hopper thus increasing spreader flow rate. The standard heavy-duty locking straps on the hopper cover keeps moisture out thus improving spreading performance.
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Lid locking straps help keep material dry
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Year-round Use
The Meyer Mate’s exclusive adjustable spinner assembly allows the operator to adjust the flow-rate to accommodate a wide variety of materials to meet customer application needs.
The Mate’s spinner shaft can be adjusted to accommodate dry, free flowing #1 rock salt, sand or calcium chloride. It can even spread seed and other materials for year-round use.
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RELIABILITY
Poly Hoppers, No Frame Required
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Unlike other tailgate spreaders that require a bolt-to-the truck steel frame, the Mate is molded entirely from polymer material and is strapped on to the tailgate. This means you’ll get years of dependable, rust-free performance without having to drill or deface the vehicle.
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Indestructible Poly Hopper – No frame required
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Fully Assembled & Factory Certified
All Mate tailgate spreaders are manufactured under Meyer’s stringent quality standards. Prior to shipping, every Mate is fully assembled, tested, operated, certified and packaged right off the assembly line to ensure product quality.
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Marine style plugs resist winter elements
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Marine-style Electrical Plug
The Mate's 1/8HP, 12V motor provides superior operating performance; however, it's Meyer’s marine-style electrical plug that ensures consistent electrical connection from the vehicle battery to the motor. A consistent connection ensures equipment reliability even in the toughest weather. Dielectric grease is recommended to lubricate all electrical connections.
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Optional Mate Motor Guard
Let's face it, accidents do happen, especially when you are backing up in tight spots. To protect the motor from accidental contact, Meyer offers an optional receiver-hitch bumper guard. The bumper guard protects the motor from low-speed contact and reduces or eliminates damage caused by minor accidents.
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Optional Motor Guard fits in standard 2” receiver hitch
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EASE-OF-USE
In-cab Auto Controller
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Precise spread-pattern control is the key to efficient performance. The Mate's variable-speed controller (patent-pending) is easy to use and comes standard with an operator-selected "blast" function. Selecting the Auto Vibrate Mode automatically vibrates the spreader for 10 seconds every sixty seconds to keep your load agitated and ready to spread. The Auto Spinner Stop Mode automatically stops the spinner if the brake is depressed for more than five seconds. These exclusive Meyer controller features make the Mate one of the highest performing spreaders in its class!
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Built-in handles make installation
simple and easy!
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Tool-free, Strap-on Installation
Icy, snowy weather can turn-up at a moment’s notice. We know how important it is to have a system that is easy to install and operate. The Mate comes fully assembled for quick installation to your truck’s tailgate and bumper; there's no drilling required. The Mate conveniently mounts to the vehicle's tailgate in minutes with a heavy-duty, adjustable strap…no tools required.
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SPECIFICATIONS
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Model:
Mate XL |
Part #:
38000 |
Hopper Width:
48" |
Hopper Depth:
33" |
Hopper Height:
31" |
Total Height:
N/A |
Spread Width (min-max):
3' - 30' |
Empty Weight:
216 lbs |
Max Capacity Load:
9.0 cu ft |
Max Capacity Weight:
900 lbs |
Spreading Material:
Sand, Bagged Rock Salt, Calcium Chloride |
Operating System:
12V Electric |
Horse Power:
1/8 |
Mounting Method:
Tailgate Strap |
Vehicle Applciation:
1/2 ton - 1 ton (2-3 GVW Class) |
Warranty:
1 Year |
Material Movement:
Gravity |
Hopper Material:
Poly |
Spinner Diameter:
9" |
Spinner Material:
Poly |
Controller:
Variable Speed |
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ACCESSORIES
Accessories
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Mate Salt Screen
Many customers require sifting (screening) of the material prior to filling the hopper in order to break-up clumps which can cause damage to the auger and reduce performance. The screen is can be taken on and off without tools. The Mate Screen is easy to install and comes with instructions, and installation hardware.
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Mate Motor Guard
The electric motor is arguably the most important aspect of the tailgate spreader. To protect this investment Meyer has developed a heavy-duty tubular motor guard. The powder coated guard comes ready to install and easily inserts into the vehicles 2” receiver hitch. The Motor Guard comes as one unit and includes all mounting hardware and instructions for a quick easy installation.
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Spreader Controller (optional)
The Meyer Spreader Controller (patent-pending) is the most reliable and convenient controller on the market. This lightweight and compact unit comes standard with many easy-to-use, performance-enhancing features such as:
- Auto Spinner Stop Mode – If selected, when the brake is depressed for five seconds, the spinner automatically stops, thus saving your precious salt.
- Auto Vibrate Mode – If selected, the vibrator will automatically activate for 10 seconds every 60 seconds; this keeps the material agitated and ready for application.
The unit also boasts convenient features such as back-lit controls for visual clarity at night, and a variable-speed dial that easily controls spinner speed. When it comes to serviceability, this controller is two steps ahead of the competition. The Controller also monitors the motor performance, if the controller senses that the motor is not operating it automatically shuts down the system allowing the operator to inspect the system. In anticipation of unwanted amp surges, the unit comes standard with easy-to-replace automotive-type fuses. The Meyer Controller requires minimal installation and comes with all mounting hardware and instructions for easy installation.
| Spreader Controller |
| 22800 |
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3-Point Hitch Mounting
It is common for the Mate to be used in many applications. The optional 3-Point Hitch attachment adapts the Meyer Mate to any standard 3-point hitch configuration. Perfect for golf courses, universities, institutions and agricultural environments. The 3-Point Hitch mount is easily installed and comes with instructions and hardware.
| 3-Point Hitch Mounting |
| 38200 |
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Ez-Swing Tailgate Assembly (Mate)
Many customers like the convenience of utilizing their tailgate while the Mate is attached. Meyer offers the EZ-Swing tailgate accessory mount that allows the empty Mate to swing freely from the tailgate. This allows the operator to have full access to the tailgate and vehicles bed. The Mate Ez-Swing mounting comes per each (1), with instructions and hardware for installation.
| EZ-Swing Tailgate Assembly |
| 38010 |
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The Big Yellow Box
The Meyer Big Yellow Box is the perfect companion for your fall, spring, summer and winter needs. The unit features 8 cubic feet of storage and is made of double walled polymer that is virtually indestructible. Perfect for storing: Sand/Salt, Power Tools, Sports equipment, Pool supplies and tools or garbage. Unit will not rust and comes lock-ready. (Lock is sold separately) Forklift pockets are built-in to move the unit when full of material. Unit is 32”W x 23”D x 30”H. No assembly required.
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Driveway Markers
Meyer Driveway Markers are 4’ long, made of sturdy ¼” fiberglass to withstand winter elements. They are flexible, designed to bend virtually in half and return to their original position. Designed of highly reflective florescent orange along with a specialized reflective tape make them highly visible during a storm or after dark.
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| Driveway Markers |
| 03240 Bundle of 100 |
| 03242 Insertion Tool |
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Suspension Enhancement
To improve the ride and overall performance of your vehicle, Meyer offers Timbren Suspension Enhancement kits. Timbren suspension system works in conjunction with your vehicle’s factory suspension system to provide added support in the front or rear of your vehicle. Timbren’s rubber cushioned products reduce the harsh ride caused by adding leaf springs or helper springs. Timbren suspension kits come complete as a set (2) and include installation instructions. May require professional installation.
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Meyer Sno-Flo Industrial Paint
Our specially formulated paint is designed to improve snow-rolling action and withstand the harsh operational environment. Meyer Yellow, Black & White Primer is available in aerosol spray cans (12/case) and Meyer Yellow Brush Paint is available in 1 quart cans (4/case) that can be shipped via UPS.
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| Brush Yellow: |
08755 (4/1qt cans/case) |
| Spray Case Yellow: |
08677 (12 cans/case) |
| Spray Case Black: |
08676 (12 cans/case) |
| Spray Case White Primer: |
08841 (12 cans/case) |
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Meyer Dielectric Grease
Prevent your valuable system from the harsh elements of the winter with Meyer’s dielectric grease. Meyer’s dielectric grease is specially formulated to coat and protect electrical connections from deteriorating elements such as salt and road grime. It is recommended to coat all electrical connections prior to winter and each time you re-connect to ensure optimal performance. Grease comes per each, 2.7oz tube.
| Meyer Dielectric Grease |
| 15632 |
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GALLERY
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TYPE:
Tailgate
VEHICLE:
1/2 ton Trucks, Tractors w/ 3Point Hitch
CAPACITY:
700 lbs. (9.0 cu. ft.)
MATERIALS:
Salt, 50/50 Salt-Sand, Fertilizer, Seed
CONSTRUCTION:
Polyethylene
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