Snow chains?

[GaryMc]

So last winter I got a little ambitious in search of early season freshies and got stuck really good. Took an hour of digging and brush cutting to get me out and off of Ohio Pass.
I don't want to do that again. What type of chains do y'all recommend for snow and the occasional slick mud foray?

One more... front, back or both?

 

[Scenic WonderRunner]

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[GaryMc]

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I find it humorous, would you like me to change it?:shakin:

 

[Martyn]

So last winter I got a little ambitious in search of early season freshies and got stuck really good. Took an hour of digging and brush cutting to get me out and off of Ohio Pass.
I don't want to do that again. What type of chains do y'all recommend for snow and the occasional slick mud foray?

One more... front, back or both?

Mr Brady had some great snow chains for his Arctic trip. I think Thule was distributing them. I'm sure he can tell you.

 

[Schattenjager]

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I second that...

 

[Lynn]

your Avatar Is More Than Offensive!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I third that.

So last winter I got a little ambitious in search of early season freshies and got stuck really good. Took an hour of digging and brush cutting to get me out and off of Ohio Pass.
I don't want to do that again. What type of chains do y'all recommend for snow and the occasional slick mud foray?

I don't know a mfr to recommend, but if you can find the diamond-pattern ones, they are certainly the best. Many of the farmers and off-road friends I know back in CO make their own.

One more... front, back or both?

Both is best, if you only have one set, put 'em on the front.

 

[DaveInDenver]

I've purchased a couple of sets over the years from here:
http://www.tirechains.com

I personally just use the regular twisted cross links. The more aggressive ones (V-bars, for example) I find will destroy your fender rims if you don't have lots of clearance.

 

[crawler#976]

If you have the clearance to use front chains, by all means chain both front and rear.

I use the heaviest chain available - 9/32 or larger - for severe off highway use.

If I'm heading for deep snow I usually throw the floor jack in the truck. It makes installing chains real easy.

 

[Pskhaat]

As DiD mentioned, the old standard chains running transverse the tire work really well (suprinsingly so) in the deep, not so much for the high packed or ice where the other `diamond' and smaller chains will do better.

 

[GaryMc]

Thanks for the advice, guys. I hadn't realized everybody was so sensitive about the Easter Bunny, so I went ahead and changed my avatar...

 

[Scenic WonderRunner]

Thanks Gary!

Welcome to ExPo!..............:arabia:



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[Schattenjager]

RUD makes some of the toughest (for their size) and easiest to use chains I have ever laid hands on. I have had a set on two Rovers and now the Tacoma - they go in snow like a scared cat on thick pile carpet.

http://www.rud.com/en/produkte/schneeketten/llkw.html

 

[KingSlug]

I like pewag chains although they are hard to find in the US. These are the ones I have: http://www.pewag.com/kataloge/pewag...8/Radial_Spur_ED/prod_956/Radial_Spur_ED.html

I picked them up for $100 for 4,the hardest part was cleaning the cosmoline off enough to use them. I have only used them once, a bit hard to get on the first time, but they grip.

 

[IggyB]

I've used V-bar chains on my Frontier for hardpack snow and glare ice. here's my 2 cents worth.

Make sure you trial fit the chains in the garage before going out. Cycle the suspension and steering to ensure you have clearance when crossed up. Rotate the tire when it's off the ground to make sure nothing interferes with chains.

If you have clearance, put the chains on the front as well as back tires. Back tires will give you traction, front ones will allow you to steer.

Any loose chain links need to be either cut off or tied off.

You're limited to about 20 MPH, fillings start to get loose at higher speeds.

Do not spin the chains, they'll break.

Use heavy duty rubber bungees to tighten the chains. One per tire usually works.

Bring a piece of carpet to lay on when installing the chains. Makes the whole experience more pleasant.:wings:

Put them on before you need them. Or after you slide backwards down an icy hill 3 times Been there, not a pleasant experience.

Bring a large screwdriver and pliers. After driving for a while the links tend to freeze to each other and you need tools to break them loose and take the chains off.

 

[p1michaud]

RUD 4x4 Grip Chains

RUD makes some of the toughest (for their size) and easiest to use chains I have ever laid hands on. I have had a set on two Rovers and now the Tacoma - they go in snow like a scared cat on thick pile carpet.

http://www.rud.com/en/produkte/schneeketten/llkw.html

Based on Bill Burke's website and hit Getting UNStruck video I purchased a set of the RUD Grip 4x4 chains and never looked back. They are well made, easy to install and work great. They definately get my vote.

Cheers :beer:,
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