Tire chains- which ones?
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From: Whittier, CA
Originally Posted by theblueox
Good qusetion. I had to sign saying I wouldn't use chains on my 08 F250. I don't understand why, do they want you to use cables?
And please let us know what you find.
Bill
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Ok I looked and basically the paper says do not run chains and to refer to the owners manual. I looked in the manual and it says do not run chains on the front wheels that are 20", also to use only SAE class S chains.
The dealer would not release the truck without the paper signed. I told them it was stupid and they agreed but said that is the policy.
The dealer would not release the truck without the paper signed. I told them it was stupid and they agreed but said that is the policy.
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From: Whittier, CA
Originally Posted by theblueox
Ok I looked and basically the paper says do not run chains and to refer to the owners manual. I looked in the manual and it says do not run chains on the front wheels that are 20", also to use only SAE class S chains.
The dealer would not release the truck without the paper signed. I told them it was stupid and they agreed but said that is the policy.
The dealer would not release the truck without the paper signed. I told them it was stupid and they agreed but said that is the policy.
Bill
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I guess their still smarting over that Explorer crap. Soon, becuase of the Stupid people, We will have sign all kinds of waivers. Like, " I hereby declare that i will not tow a 5th wheel camper with my Ford focus!"
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I run Cam-Locs on my fleet of SD's, mainly 450/550's. Some 350s around too. Cam-Locs allow you to tighten the chains without bungees. Although we use them too for the extended trips off the power line right of way.
Diamond chains are great if you can afford them. We stick to simple cross chain type. Cheap to replace after you run them for two or three days during a snow storm.
Ice chains are even better, just be ready for the cost!
Diamond chains are great if you can afford them. We stick to simple cross chain type. Cheap to replace after you run them for two or three days during a snow storm.
Ice chains are even better, just be ready for the cost!
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From: Whittier, CA
I remember thinking as I was signing the waver, "what the hell do you care, you would not cover chain damage anyway". But it was easier to just keep my mouth shut and sign. But when I later discovered that chains would not even fit I was really pissed off. First 4x4 I ever owned that would not take real chains. Just another reason that I moved up to an SD.
I really hope they haven't screwed the pooch on the '08 SD.
Bill
I really hope they haven't screwed the pooch on the '08 SD.
Bill
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I didn't think about it, but I think the rear suspension is different on the 08. Did the "outboard" the shocks, or just use longer leaf springs? If they outboarded the shocks there may not be much room.
Again, with the 20" wheels the tires are 34+" and therefore when the wheel is turned it comes closer to the suspension and possibly brake lines.
Again, with the 20" wheels the tires are 34+" and therefore when the wheel is turned it comes closer to the suspension and possibly brake lines.
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From: Happy Valley Or
One other good thing to take with you is bolt cutters. I have a big set in my semi when i have to chain up and in case I break a cross link then I can just cut it off to keep it from tearing things up. Usually if you get them good and tight at the beginning and keep it around 20 mph maybe 25 mph max you should be fine
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Originally Posted by oltrucker
25 to 30 mph is fast with chains. i havent chained up for 40 years. they plow the roads today. i do recomend that you buy a bunch of heavy duty bunggie cords and tie the chains across the wheel. keep them tight. i have chains on my 55 hp 3wd ford farm tractor and i have them criss-crossed with bunggies , but i dont go very fast, hehe. if its bad enough to chain up my 350, i dont go. easy chains? do you still believe in the tooth fariry too?
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From: Living under the bosses d
Originally Posted by edgescreambeauty
If you want to avoid the bunggie cords, just let some air out of the tires and put the chains on. Then pump them up. Granted, you really can't do this along side the road, but it gives you the same effect as the bungie cords. Just something to keep in mind.
