Questions tagged [snow-chain]
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What precautions should I take when using snow chains?
I have purchased some snow chains, but the manual provides fitting instructions, and it only says to remove them when the road is completely clear of snow, and never drive faster than 40mph (about 65kph).
Are there any other precautions that I…
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Tire chains appear to touch suspension components?
Years ago I bought some chains for my truck (2005 Tacoma 4x4) just in case I'd ever need them. I have tires sized 265/65-17 and I have confirmed that these chains are intended to fit that size tire.
I might be heading to the snow next week so I…
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Do tire chains fit on 2010 Silverado 1500?
Do snow chains fit on a 2010 Silverado 1500 4WD? Winter tire size is 265/70R17.
Or will the chains hit other parts of the truck causing damage?
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Tire chains list my tire size as supported but seem incredibly tight (can't get them on properly
Dealing with diamond pattern tire chains of this type: https://www.canadiantire.ca/en/pdp/passenger-diamond-back-square-link-chain-0301240p.0301234.html?colorCode=MANUFACTURER_PART_NUM_1555Q#nl-product-details
The ones where you have these plastic…
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Can snow chains for passenger tires be used on light truck tires?
I was looking for snow chains to fit some LT215/75R15 tires that are on a van (which has clearance for chains). I obtained some snow chains that fit (among other sizes) P215/75R15 tires. Does the tire type matter? Will snow chains for passenger…
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Snow Socks on AWD Forester?
With winter approaching, I'm considering stocking up on some winter accessories for my 2020 Forester for the times I will be driving up the local mountains to go skiing. In general I am a conservative driver, and if the local mountains are being…
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Does Inner RIM matter in fitting a snow chain
I need to buy two snow chains for my car with the size of 225 45R 19 (Nissan Qashghai 2016),
I have found a snow chain that fits:
225/45-18
225/50-17
225/55-16
So, will this snow chains fit the wheel of Nissan Qashghai, or I shall keep looking for…
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