When should I put on chains?

Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by asphaltcowboy4x4, Jan 17, 2019.

  1. Lav-25

    Lav-25 Medium Load Member

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    Arizona n/ of flagstaff
     
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  3. PianoManCJS

    PianoManCJS Light Load Member

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    I know this is hella late, but your statement is true...unless you haul mail, then it's chain up all day everyday...
     
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  4. Ex-Trucker Alex

    Ex-Trucker Alex Road Train Member

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    Congratulations for exhuming a dead post from before Covid! Just for you, I'll sing a little song:

    Chain, chain, chain!
    Chain of fools....
     
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  5. lual

    lual Road Train Member

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    :biggrin_2559:
     
  6. Powder Joints

    Powder Joints Subjective Prognosticator

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    I only chain if its above 50 degrees I did not sign up for driving in the cold or wet frezzing weather..
     
  7. Oxbow

    Oxbow Road Train Member

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    Right before you get stuck.
     
  8. Strolling247

    Strolling247 Bobtail Member

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    In my opinion only if you don't your going to die ,otherwise call in dispatch let them know don't ask inform your shutting down because chaining up is hard on the tires you can't go but 30 mph your risk for accident is much higher and for what...
     
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