Where do I put my chains?

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How do you put chains on an 18 wheeler?

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What axle do you put chains on?

Front-wheel-drive vehicles must put snow chains on their front tires, and rear-wheel-drive vehicles must put them on their rear axle. The owners manual in four-wheel-drive vehicles will determine which axle to put tire chains on; however the best idea is to put tire chains on all four tires.

How do you store tire chains?

Simply spray your chains with WD-40 just prior to storing them, and youll go a long way toward keeping them in usable condition.

Do chains damage tires?

Tire Chain Law Just as tire chains dig into ice and snow, they can also dig into roads and damage them. A layer of ice and snow protects the road, but when that layer is gone, its the road itself youre digging into. Doing so can also damage your tires.

How tight should tire chains be?

The chains should be tight on the tire. And, be sure to stop if you hear them making any contact with your vehicle. If your chains are still loose, unhook the bungee and adjust the red hook straight across from the chain guide.

How many sets of chains do I need?

California. California does not require trucks to carry chains during any specified time period. When the weather hits, though, it takes at least eight chains for a standard tractor-trailer configuration to comply with the regulations.

Are cables or chains better?

Actual tire chains are better than cables. Chains offer better traction and longer life. They also seem to be more corrosion resistant. Cables are generally smaller but there are some chains that meet the Class S requirements for vehicles with limited clearance.

How do you maintain snow chains?

Here are our top tips for putting chains on, taking them off, and making sure youre safe on the road. When you remove the snow chains from your tires, be sure to wash them well to remove any dirt, snow, mud, and debris. Hang them up for storage, and spray them with WD40 to keep them in good shape.

How do you remove snow chains?

Lay your chains on the ground and push them behind the tire, yellow cable end first, from the right side to the left. Once the chains are centered behind the wheel, grab both ends and pull them up over the top of the tire. You should feel the chains against your axle.

How do I know if I need snow chains?

Right Conditions Tire chains for cars should only be used if there is a layer of snow or ice on the road. Using chains on bare pavement can cause substantial damage to both your tires and the road itself. If you turn onto a road thats clearly been plowed and salted, pull over and remove the chains.

Do tire chain sizes have to be exact?

Since tire chains are designed to fit specific tire sizes and those tires have specific load ratings you should have no issues as long as you are within your load weight rating and you are driving the recommended speed by law with tire chains on (or no more than 30 mph with these tire chains).

Do chains damage wheels?

Using chains on bare pavement can cause substantial damage to both your tires and the road itself. If you turn onto a road thats clearly been plowed and salted, pull over and remove the chains. On two-wheel drive vehicles, chains must be attached to wheels on the drive axle, but ideally you get them on all four.

How fast can you drive on tire chains?

Driving too fast with chains. Recommended maximum speeds in the owners manual of the chains – generally 30 to 50 km/h (20 to 30 mph) – maximum. Driving on dry roads with chains for extended periods of time. Driving on dry roads with chains can cause a vehicle to slide when braking.

Do tire chains need to be tight?

The chains should be tight on the tire. And, be sure to stop if you hear them making any contact with your vehicle. If your chains are still loose, unhook the bungee and adjust the red hook straight across from the chain guide.

Do you need 4 chains for AWD?

The DMV website states that on AWD cars when chains are required you should put chains on the rear. For an all-wheel-drive vehicle the best option is to use chains on all four tires as long as the vehicle manufacturer does not prohibit this, but if only one pair is used they should go on the front.

Do I need 4 snow chains or just 2?

Legally, it is only necessary to have snow chains for one axle when travelling in mountain areas. However, when driving a 4 x 4 some drivers prefer to use 4 chains (two sets). Although in most conditions a single set of chains will provide enough traction, there are significant benefits with using two sets.

Can I use snow cables instead of chains?

Snow cables are lighter weight and easier to install. Theyre also less likely to damage your vehicle if one of the cables breaks. They dont have the same speed limitations, but they arent as durable as snow chains. If you only need them occasionally, then theyre a great choice.