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Front tire chains question
« on: February 03, 2019, 08:54:11 AM »
I bought some chains to go all the way around my pick up and am wondering how much space do I need between the chains and brake components on the fronts. I put them on & measured 1-1/2" between the brake lines & the chains. Is this enough? I think it is, but welcome advice from those that know more than me to avoid a nasty surprise in the land of expensive tows.

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Re: Front tire chains question
« Reply #1 on: February 03, 2019, 09:14:23 AM »
That's not much room, I would be very concerned. If you chain up be sure there is no tail hanging on the inside to slap your break lines and if you use rubber tighteners on the outside you might get by.
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Re: Front tire chains question
« Reply #2 on: February 03, 2019, 09:20:19 AM »
Dont do it on a newer Tacoma
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Re: Front tire chains question
« Reply #3 on: February 03, 2019, 09:44:28 AM »
Most of these new rigs piss me off, no clearance whatsoever for chains. I don’t know if manufacturers don’t think people drive in snow n ice any longer or are working with tire manufacturers to force people into snow tires.

That said 1.5” is pretty tight. I like running the lower profile diamond style (les scwab or Walmart brand) that might work. Carry the cold weather rated zip ties to keep any chain ends in tight and the rubber snubbers are a good backup to the auto tighteners.

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Re: Front tire chains question
« Reply #4 on: February 03, 2019, 02:01:15 PM »
Good advice here. I used to run double rubber snubbers on all my tires just to make sure they stayed tight to the tire, and in case one broke.
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Re: Front tire chains question
« Reply #5 on: February 03, 2019, 04:04:32 PM »
Thats plenty with z-chain types.   
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Re: Front tire chains question
« Reply #6 on: February 11, 2019, 06:39:13 AM »
what kind of truck are you driving ?

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Re: Front tire chains question
« Reply #7 on: February 11, 2019, 08:28:27 AM »
Break Out the Tire Socks!  Perfect for low clearance ...

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Re: Front tire chains question
« Reply #8 on: February 11, 2019, 08:46:49 AM »
It will work if you keep them tight and have no tail.  Also, don't drive to fast as the speed will cause the chains to pull away from the tire.  If in deep wet snow or mud you will also get caking which could be a problem. 

I would make sure your truck is rated for chains on the front.  I would also consider a set of the Les Schwab heavy duty quick fits.  Those work really well for vehicles that don't have tons of clearance.   They never have a tail and fit well to the back of the tire.  I use them on the fronts and put my VBar Heavies on the back.

If you go with les Schwabs quick fit.....I still reccomend putting rubbers / bungies on the outside. 

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Re: Front tire chains question
« Reply #9 on: February 11, 2019, 08:55:53 AM »
This time of year I'm always thankful I've marked the correct link or cable stop for my rides with paint. Always so much easier when you know the correct one on the inside is, even if you cant fo anything about the outside  until you have driven it a little.

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Re: Front tire chains question
« Reply #10 on: February 11, 2019, 06:48:59 PM »
Break Out the Tire Socks!  Perfect for low clearance ...

https://hunting-washington.com/smf/index.php/topic,234588.0.html

The auto socks worked for my daughter driving around town in Auburn. We drove around the town without them and then I had her put them on and drive the same route and I am happy with the way they handle the slick roads. I do not know how well they will work off road but for icy compact snow and ice in town they did just fine.

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Re: Front tire chains question
« Reply #11 on: February 11, 2019, 07:20:28 PM »
I've thought about getting tall skinnys for my 16 Colorado with an offset so I can chain it up.   


With ATV's we always air down the tire, chain up, then air the tire up - really snugs the chains up, might work on a truck some but radials don't expand like an ATV tire does but might help some.

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Re: Front tire chains question
« Reply #12 on: February 12, 2019, 07:20:52 AM »
I've thought about getting tall skinnys for my 16 Colorado with an offset so I can chain it up.   

Would wheel spacers accomplish the same thing and be a lot cheaper?

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Re: Front tire chains question
« Reply #13 on: February 12, 2019, 08:09:47 AM »
I use 1.75” wheel adapters on Ram 1500 in winter  to allow for chains on all 4.   Isnt cheap though -  over $80 a wheel if I recall. 

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Re: Front tire chains question
« Reply #14 on: February 12, 2019, 11:03:55 AM »
I've thought about getting tall skinnys for my 16 Colorado with an offset so I can chain it up.   

Would wheel spacers accomplish the same thing and be a lot cheaper?

watch your fenders for turning clearance.

 


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