GEN 2 Chain controls

[Toadster]

The sierras are full of snow - chain control implemented - how many of you use chains? Or will the A/T tires be good enough?

 

[SilverBolt]

If it's snow the KO's are good to go. If it's icy, chain up.

 

[krodUT]

I was looking to order some chains for the truck as soon as it gets in.

Any of you guys have experience and have recommendations for a high quality set that's relatively straight forward to put on?

 

[SilverBolt]

315-70R-17 Tire Chains

 

[Sasquatch77]

I believe that chains are a no-no on the Raptor. This question was asked before somewhere and manual says not to do it. There is a clearance issue with shocks.

 

[downforce137]

I believe that chains are a no-ho on the Raptor. This question was asked before somewhere and manual says not to do it. There is a clearance issue with shocks.

probably no clearance with upper control arm and stock wheels.

 

[17Jake]

Studdable Mastercraft Courser MXT LT315/70R17D
http://mastercrafttires.com/Tires/Light-Truck/Courser-MXT.aspx
Extreme off-road mud terrain tire perfect for light truck owners & extreme off-roaders seeking aggressive off-road traction & excellent handling on the highway. Attractive “side biter” design & wide, deep tread grooves for superior off-road mud & snow traction performance.

 

[Toadster]

probably no clearance with upper control arm and stock wheels.

so the Raptor isn't snow road capable

 

[J.Bodolay]

so the Raptor isn't snow road capable

I consider handling ~2 feet of snow with out much effort in a stock '11 screw: "Snow road capable".
I did lock the rear axle and mash the throttle a good bit more than normal, but as far as I'm concerned: "Raptor likes snow".

I thought about chains my first winter, and saw the disclaimer on using them, but after a few heavy snow falls, the idea of chains never again crossed my mind.

 

[Toadster]

I consider handling ~2 feet of snow with out much effort in a stock '11 screw: "Snow road capable".
I did lock the rear axle and mash the throttle a good bit more than normal, but as far as I'm concerned: "Raptor likes snow".

I thought about chains my first winter, and saw the disclaimer on using them, but after a few heavy snow falls, the idea of chains never again crossed my mind.

Not so much "is it capable" but "is it legal" - CHP has mandated chain checkpoints... sometimes it's waived if 4x4 with snow tires...