Snow chains for offroad use.

[calicamper]

i took this video a few years ago. this was his 4th run. He spun out the first 3 times and backed up onto the ferry wedge.

Slow and steady. He starts moving at 30 seconds. Triple lockers in action.

Thats nutz. Blow up a chain and the whole thing goes swimming

 

[calicamper]

Definitely figure out your clearance. The Zcables are decent today for low space needs, but they definitely are not as durable as chain. So keeping the spin out to a minimum ie managed at low speeds is important for not shredding cable style stuff. He checking tension a few times definitely is the difference between experienced users and flip flop wearing city slickers driving to see snow?.

 

[69XS29L]

Looks like could be the Southside, but he's hauling big logs the wrong way.

 

[IdaSHO]

In our snowy travels here in North Idaho include pushing into unplowed but not gated public lands and campgrounds, 4wd gets us in, and chains occasionally go on to get us back out. Rarely do they go on on our way in. The are in effect a safety. We run a big truck camper, and dont do any aggressive trails, just push into areas that most avoid during the winter.

Chains are a game-changer though for any good 4wd. Doesn't really matter what tires you have, with chains a proper 4wd is a monster, be it snow or mud.

 

[69XS29L]

I log/cut milling timber on my B.C. property in the winter. That monster likes/needs chains to pull a trailer.
100% carry one pair all the time.
Lacledes for the '03 1500. Mr. Weed's V-bars for the '85 W350. Lacledes for the '95 2500.

 

[69XS29L]

From my prior post:
Mr. Weed's V-Bars, (he invented tire chains, believe) very stout, I have a set, haven't been made in couple decades. Pewag and Laclede still make theirs in North America. (Silenced by censorship. Silenced by censorhsip. Silenced by censoship. Watch out kids. Redaction here is real). Laclede is privately held, family owned. They both make lifting, binding and pulling chain.

 

[billiebob]

Thats nutz. Blow up a chain and the whole thing goes swimming

you must live a sheltered life.... this is a daily ocurrence in snow country
but yeah, the power chains carry to the ground is amazing

 

[billiebob]

Looks like could be the Southside, but he's hauling big logs the wrong way.

Heading for the pulp and paper mill in Castlegar

 

[billiebob]

I would like to learn more about tire chains and possibly picking up two or four chains for emergency use while traveling. It looks like we have some experts on here so I would appreciate additional information. In summary, I travel throughout these United States and often end up in remote areas where I have never been. It sounds like chains may be a good tool to carry, your thoughts?

BTW - I was born and raised in one of the snowiest cities where we average over 100 inches annually. My only experience with chains was back in the early 70s where folks with RWD cars would run them occasionally. I am really interested in leaning more and hearing recommendations. My AEV Prospector runs 37x12.5-17 BFG ATs.

Any commercial tire shop should have chains to fit. Areas with logging or mining industries will definitely be able to help. I always recommend finding a local retail tire shop familiar with your conditions.

 

[calicamper]

you must live a sheltered life.... this is a daily ocurrence in snow country
but yeah, the power chains carry to the ground is amazing

Umm no. That ramp condition vs that truck isn’t normal daily stuff.

 

[69XS29L]

You partially right cali. B.C. is what they told me about Montana as a kid. 7 months of winter and 5 months of bad sledding. Therefore, normal only during the short days.
Remember, he likely had to go DOWN a hill to the ferry on the other side. Part that makes me smile.

 

[displacedtexan]

I would like to learn more about tire chains and possibly picking up two or four chains for emergency use while traveling. It looks like we have some experts on here so I would appreciate additional information. In summary, I travel throughout these United States and often end up in remote areas where I have never been. It sounds like chains may be a good tool to carry, your thoughts?

BTW - I was born and raised in one of the snowiest cities where we average over 100 inches annually. My only experience with chains was back in the early 70s where folks with RWD cars would run them occasionally. I am really interested in leaning more and hearing recommendations. My AEV Prospector runs 37x12.5-17 BFG ATs.

If I'm going anywhere not urban, I'll carry a pair of chains.

Year round.