Roll Call Alaska 2016

DwayneN wrote:
In reading this I wonder if I should toss in a set of chains for the truck. Might never need them but what the heck is another few pounds. We are leaving Minnesota next Tuesday so this storm shouldn't be a concern by the time we get up there but if there is another...

When I was traveling with the TC and 4x4 truck, I allways carried a set of chain and was never afraid of any road condition. I could use chain on all 4 tires.

The chain I carry with the class A
https://www.etrailer.com/Tire-Chains/Glacier/PW6087.html

I have 6 of these, normally using 2 sets per read side. It is very quick to install, I modified it to be able to quickly attached it to the wheel using 2 rubber tie down. You simply pass it through the outside wheel and hook it, you have to use the proper lenght to make sure it will be tight. This is not to be use at 60 miles per hour, but if you go slow, there is no problem at all. I did have to use it once to climb a steep house driveway and to get out of a snow and ice parking area in a slope. If in doubt, I would use 3 per side of ensure a safe stop if needed.

When going downhill, the rear tires would hold you pretty good with the chains as the front end would tend to slide off on a slippery road. Using the low gear and the exhaust brake is only slowing down the rear so the front can still be steered. At worst you could also use chain up front in a very bad situation.

If I ever get in a situation where I have to move a couple of miles to get to a secrue place, I have no doubt I would use it. I also carry 2 rubber snow sled track cut in 3 feet pieces, very easy to store. This would be usefull to get out of sand or mud. I also once had to use pieces of 8 inch lumber to get out of a mud spot with the class A.

Be prepare, be safe.