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I have new 3 peak mountain snowflake AT tires on my four wheel drive F350, and am travelling to Utah the end of December. I carry a set of cable chains I've never used, and am considering picking up ...
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Even though the OP has quit participating, barring some off road or off the beaten path winter travels, there is zero practical need for chains or socks with that rig and “normal” improved/well traveled roads or highways.
unless maybe trying to do it on bald tires.
If one can’t bomb down the highway in inclement conditions in a well equipped 4x4 with good tires and a ton of weight in the back, then one should re-think the feasibility of them driving in those conditions at all.
Honestly, I have not had to chain up since 1989 when I bought my first 4wd. I have carried chains and cables all this time but only applied them as a test fit in the driveway or garage. I have no reservations going out in winter weather, but avoid the other drivers when conditions require chains if I can.
You are right about traction. With a truck camper on the back of a pickup and reasonably good tires, you have better grip than someone with an empty truck or SUV.
