Super VXer
Totally new to me also. I've never needed to use chains, but Had to carry some for years (driving through the passes). I don't think they were even the right size, but had some.
I wonder if these would meet the requirements for the passes? or if they have any real advantages over chains? I'm thinking I should get a set of something for my VX (More travel through the mountains coming up).
If you don't first THINK THINK, you could end up in deep DO DO!
Super VXer
The advantage is that they are faster and easier to apply than chains. They say that you can install a pair of Spikes Spiders in less than one minute. Also you do not have to lay down on the ground to access the back of the tire like chains. And they don't get tangled up.
The disadvantage is price. Les Schwab wanted $300 a pair for my 255/55 R18 tires. At the time I didn't know they made more than one model so I didn't ask which model they where quoting me a price for.
Below is a link to the installation videos. It looks really easy to use.
http://www.spikes-spiders.com/videos/
Super VXer
they are as big as a spare tire...in the bag
i saw them also at the tire store..look kool.but cost to much for the little use
[SIGPIC][/SIGPIC]...
Super VXer
Chains?? Where we are going, we don't need...... ok, hold on.... that doesn't sound right.
Anywho....chains on a VX? Must be some serious snow up there or your trying to drive to the top of Mt. Hood.
Super VXer
Originally Posted by crager34
Chains?? Where we are going, we don't need...... ok, hold on.... that doesn't sound right.
Anywho....chains on a VX? Must be some serious snow up there or your trying to drive to the top of Mt. Hood.
It's not the snow, that is a problem
It's the ICE and freezing rain......
Having a spare set of rims with studded tires mounted may be more of a hassle, but it is the choice of many of my friends
Sometimes I Wonder......
Why Is That Frizbee Getting Bigger?
Then It Hits Me
Super VXer
I remember going to a Basketball game (roads clear)
After the game, everyone went outside to find freezing rain!
About a half of an inch of smooth clear ice everywhere.
No one could get out of the parking lot because of the speed bumps.
It was funny at the time, because I had walked to the game.
Super VXer
If just for ice get these.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/ima...1&s=automotive
Much cheeper and they work good, just not as durable as chains.
Todd
Super VXer
Looks like I should keep an eye open for chains (Yeah, I'm cheap), and I don't really anticipate needing to put them on. It's just a requirement, sometimes in the passes, that you have them with you. Around here, it's more of a "keep it very slow and plan ahead" type thing. With the exception of the other guy hitting you, you should be good (Unless there is one of those rare times they require chains on I-5, like last weekend). But, that's just my opinion.
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