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profdant139
Explorer II
Feb 26, 2019

Tire chains: ok to cut off extra links at end points?

I just got a new set of very heavy duty snow chains. I know I will probably never need them, but you have to carry chains in Calif. in the mountains, and there might be times when I am in the back co...
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time2roll
Nomad
Feb 26, 2019
If the tires are brand new then yes. Although I would still leave one. In difficult conditions you may want some slack to get them on. Once you roll 100 yards they may need tightened but at least you have them on. If you have them on a few times and want to cut that last link then fine.

If the tires are a bit worn and you get new tires next year you might be looking for those extra links. Put some wire in with the set of chains to tie them back if needed.

I would leave one or two max.

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