Darren I have the same chains. I am looking for a easy way to put them on. Being inexpierenced at them how do you do it?

 

Well ... these are a bit different than any I have had in the past. Previous chains I had were more "universal" and easier to get on. Lay them out, drive on them and hook 'em up. These custom fit ones are a LOT tighter. The drive on method does not work. The first time I went to put them on I thought they were too small so I called them and said they sent the wrong size. They were right ... just very tight (which in the end is good).

You need to lay them on from the top of the tire with the cams to the outside obviously. They say the U links that connect the bars to the side chains should have the sharp side up (I guess cuz it could damage the tire) but I didn't find it made a difference. You need to make sure they are centered and square 100%. Pull all the cross chains until they are level and square. Then connect the back hook. Now when you go to put the cam together it may seem impossible LOL. Start at the top middle and pull the cross chains toward you making sure they are not caught on any tire lugs. Work your way down and to the sides cross chain by cross chain. What you trying to do is tighten up the back chain ring and make sure none of the cross bars are binding on lugs. Once you get down to the cam you should be able to get it engaged.

It sure would be nice (for the money) if they gave you a tool to crank up the cam. I found that the jaw from a bearing puller works well to crank the cam.



If you want I can take some pics next time I put them on. The first time was a real pain in the azz ... probably took me a hour tying to figure out how to do it. But it gets much easier. Now I can get all 4 on in about 10 min.

Thanks