Annual tire chain thread
We're heading to Arizona again this winter but this year with the truck and camper. I have no chains for the truck and although I have no intention of driving in the snow I want to have a couple of s...
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I do prefer link chains but I would skip the V-Bar if you basically plan to avoid the snow when possible. Just singles for the rear is what I recommend.
The other issue is that most chains fit multiple sizes. You really need to fit the chains before you roll if you expect to actually use them. Several links often need to be removed or bring some bailing wire to tie them back. Don't forget the tensioners that are often sold separate. If your tires are not new leave an extra two links to fit the new tires.
Also good practice to know how to get them on.
http://www.dot.ca.gov/hq/roadinfo/ChainRequire.pdf
http://www.dot.ca.gov/hq/roadinfo/chcontrl.htm
http://www.dot.ca.gov/dist3/departments/mtce/chaincontrlmp.htm
The other issue is that most chains fit multiple sizes. You really need to fit the chains before you roll if you expect to actually use them. Several links often need to be removed or bring some bailing wire to tie them back. Don't forget the tensioners that are often sold separate. If your tires are not new leave an extra two links to fit the new tires.
Also good practice to know how to get them on.
http://www.dot.ca.gov/hq/roadinfo/ChainRequire.pdf
http://www.dot.ca.gov/hq/roadinfo/chcontrl.htm
http://www.dot.ca.gov/dist3/departments/mtce/chaincontrlmp.htm
