id go with steel imo. ive got a steel one from paddocks i think and its taken some pretty big hits and is as straight as it ever was. A mate of mine has an aluminum one and its got a fair few big dents. Plus steel is a lot cheaper
Pete i only fitted an alloy one as it was free! IMO alloy looks nicer which is fine on a chelsea tractor but i've had mine fitted for 2 years and it's bent pretty badly, i'll be going for steel next time. Towing eyes are definitley a good idea too.
OP if you had 25kg extra in the back it would not affect the performance would itLike the othersI would suggest galv steel.Mine is good.I have heard that they can dig in during reverse recovery think it would have to be quite an extreme situation tho.If you dont drive in competitive events etc.the best idea is not to get stuck in the first placeThank you to everyone thats replied.
I've got a couple of other questions: If I was to fit a steel one, how much of a hit will it have on the performance, or will you not really notice anything? - my 90 does quite a bit of duel carridge way driving & overtaking etc you see.
Last question, I've heard on other forums people saying that steering guards dig in to the mud/snow, especially when reversing and act like an anchor. Has anyone here experienced this?
Thanks for your help
Chris