Towing in the snow
I have to tow my 27'fifth wheel about 80 miles tomorrow. It's calling for 6-8" of snow today and tomorrow. Any tips or tricks? I have a GMC Sierra 4X4 with good winter tires. I do have cable chains. ...
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If you MUS go, go with caution...
That said, it's not a bad idea to keep an eye on the shoulder.... I've found that if the roads get glazed over from that wet/heavy stuff being packed that it is much better traction on the shoulder with some depth and LESS ICE....Just adjust speed accordingly
Heck, many years ago we had a wicked ICE storm after about 8" of snow.... It took me 3 hours to make the 15 minute drive to work, I made it by the driving shoulders and front grassy areas of folks yards... just dodged mailboxes is all...
That said, it's not a bad idea to keep an eye on the shoulder.... I've found that if the roads get glazed over from that wet/heavy stuff being packed that it is much better traction on the shoulder with some depth and LESS ICE....Just adjust speed accordingly
Heck, many years ago we had a wicked ICE storm after about 8" of snow.... It took me 3 hours to make the 15 minute drive to work, I made it by the driving shoulders and front grassy areas of folks yards... just dodged mailboxes is all...
