Chains - 93 F250
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Laughing Gas
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Chains - 93 F250
Folks, I need to know if a ‘93 F250 4x4 can handle chains in the front?
Im looking for another set of V-bars or medium duty twisted chains/cross chains.
I have V-bars for the rear tires, which are nice, but I need something for the front.
This isnt for on-road use, its for late season hunting where chains and 4x4 aren’t really an option, more of a have, or don’t go.
Im looking for another set of V-bars or medium duty twisted chains/cross chains.
I have V-bars for the rear tires, which are nice, but I need something for the front.
This isnt for on-road use, its for late season hunting where chains and 4x4 aren’t really an option, more of a have, or don’t go.
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Laughing Gas
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Oh I will buy a good set. You have run both up front, was it any different from putting the rear chains on?
Tuned
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No problem with the install. Definitely the crossed X link ag type chain to be effective in deep mud, glare ice etc. NOT pavement, where chain laws maybe in effect. I'm old school and chain things up in the deep winter, or where the real need can be, early spring thaws on the dirt roads around my farm. When you're miles from pavement you learn about chains or walk a lot. An ice storm with glare ice on the road, have those chains behind the seat. Use at least 1/4 inch chains, 5/16 are a real bugger to install, but of course, very effective. Be sure and find the X link type chains. My 2 bits. Larry
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Laughing Gas
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No problem with the install. Definitely the crossed X link ag type chain to be effective in deep mud, glare ice etc. NOT pavement, where chain laws maybe in effect. I'm old school and chain things up in the deep winter, or where the real need can be, early spring thaws on the dirt roads around my farm. When you're miles from pavement you learn about chains or walk a lot. An ice storm with glare ice on the road, have those chains behind the seat. Use at least 1/4 inch chains, 5/16 are a real bugger to install, but of course, very effective. Be sure and find the X link type chains. My 2 bits. Larry
Are you talking about these, but the single tire version?
Or V-bars?
I have old icebreakers for the rear tires. I can’t remember the pattern off the top of my head but I know they’ll bit anything they touch.
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From: Roseville, MN
Check for clearance with the steering at full lock and the suspension compressed all the way. No big deal if a rubber tire meets the leaf spring, inner fender or bumper. But the results might be unpleasant with chains.
Not to say you can't run them, but you might need to be careful if you do
Not to say you can't run them, but you might need to be careful if you do
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Laughing Gas
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You don't say what size tires/wheels you're using.
That may make a difference, especially
with the front bumper.
I'd also dry fit them, just to make sure the brake lines stay well clear.
Those metal ends can get bent around, and might catch a loose
chain, or an end, especially if a link comes apart.
Otherwise, go for it!
t
That may make a difference, especially
with the front bumper.
I'd also dry fit them, just to make sure the brake lines stay well clear.
Those metal ends can get bent around, and might catch a loose
chain, or an end, especially if a link comes apart.
Otherwise, go for it!
t
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Laughing Gas
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You don't say what size tires/wheels you're using.
That may make a difference, especially
with the front bumper.
I'd also dry fit them, just to make sure the brake lines stay well clear.
Those metal ends can get bent around, and might catch a loose
chain, or an end, especially if a link comes apart.
Otherwise, go for it!
t
That may make a difference, especially
with the front bumper.
I'd also dry fit them, just to make sure the brake lines stay well clear.
Those metal ends can get bent around, and might catch a loose
chain, or an end, especially if a link comes apart.
Otherwise, go for it!
t
I also have a custom front bumper, so I have more clearance there. Ill have to take my rear chains and throw them up front and see how they sit. I hadn’t even considered brake lines being an issue!
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