You'll find some at a chain rigging shop that handles rigging,,, I run a pickup truck set up my 1/2 ton that have cam tighteners,,, I don't run them loose or to tight,,, the 50/50 idea... Being that it's 2 wdr,,, you might want 1 for the steering,,, lots of folks get into trouble in the mountains were we are on the down hill runs,,, be careful my friend...
Tire chains and ABS can make it tricky on those down hill runs as well,,, brakes say woow and abs says let the wheels roll,,, fine and dandy until you get to a curve that requires slow operation to negotiate the turn,,, lots of wrecked trucks every winter up here in the North...
I've clocked on a few miles of chains in logging and oil patch,,, there are some places that I would """not""" try with my 2 wdr as to my 4x4,,, I run all 4 chains on it when I get to the steep nasty stuff... Don't kid your self,,, tire chains can get you into trouble if your not paying attention,,, even with the v-bar trgy that is in good condition...
I mention to young drivers that join us in the off road stuff to chain up and practic on the normal grade icey roads that are safe,,, get the feel before getting into trouble... No need wrecking things if we don't have to...
Find chains that fit the tires,,, at least 2/3's of the side wall that way they won't walk off the tires,,, tuck the tail end in so they don't wreck the fenders and inner brake lines,,, I use quick links to hold the tail ends,,, and cut them off if they get to long,,, chain ply'ers,,, snips and extra quick links and cross bars for repairs...
The trick is to maintain the chains and keep the speed down,,, as the years pass by we get good at knowing how fast we can go with out wrecking the chains or body panels,,, what works for me might not work for others...
I know the areas I travel,,, so I chain up before getting into a bind,,, the old saying is true,,, be a idiot stuck with out the chains,,, or the only foul on location with them if they weren't needed,,, I'd rather be that foul anyday since I lessened the odds of having a wreck,,, one thing I always say about tire chains...
I run them for extra traction,,, but mostly for the benefits of getting the buggy stopped,,, hopefully in a controlled situation that is...
Learn the little easy tricks to putting them on,,, get them fitted to your tires,,, check them threw the day,,, don't over tighten them nor run them loose,,, and tap it kool...
Bring shovel, Vise Grips, crescent wrench, chain ply'ers, quick links,,, Extra small chain hooks,,, and a tarp to lay on when it's wet or muddy...
Take your time and do it right will save you alot of time and funds over the long hual...
Cheers from the North
