Tire Chains

[TheBoro]

Hey folks... I am looking for some tire chains for my 9n. I found
a snow plow and want a little more traction. I have seen some
on Craigslist. I have also searched through the archives... it is
just a little overwhelming. My question is this: What styles of
chains should I really consider and what should I stay away
from. I have the traditional N style tires 11.2x28... I have been
told to stay away from highway chains. Thoughts? I see a lot of
"ladder chains" on CL. My driveway is 250 feet. It is straight and
95% level, with a slight incline at the end.

Any help that you can send my way would be appreciated.

 

[Dennis Conner]

http://tirechain.com/11.2-28.htm

These are the different chains offered for your tires. I use ladder chains and they work well for me. They are also the least expensive. You can order them or pick some up at a locate farm supply store.
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[souNdguy]

In addition to chains, if you don't already have them done.. I'd load the tires with some freeze-proof ballast.. like cacl, beet juice, windshield washer fluid+water or antifreeze+water.

soundguy

 

[Dell (WA)]

theBoro.......a good "scrounger" can beg used 18-wheeler chains from truck companys. Their lawyers make'm change chains to prevent banging passenger cars and being sued. It doesn't take much work to make'm fit yer ag-bar tires with "bungee" cords and usually the "price is right". And so what iff'n you throw a chain link, it ain't gonna sue you. .......Dell

 

[Sean Feeney]

Been thinking, how about a cement block set up on the 3 point so your only hauling the rear weight when needed?

 

[Jimmyjack]

I agree with Dennis, the heavier links work well in the woods or on ground, but if you are working on a hard surface ladder chains are probably the best. Chains, even the worst chains, help a great deal.

 

[souNdguy]

I think you'll like loaded tires in snow.

soundguy

 

[Woodchuck]

I've got a pair of Chains like the Duo-Grips TireChains.com sells. They were used on an 8N. They're older but should work well.
I've never had them on a tractor. I can post some pics tomorrow with dimensions. Let's make a deal!
My email is open.

 

[Griz]

If you have ag tires duo grips are the best. Double rings are next followed by ladder type. Problem with ladders is, they fall into the void between the lugs. The only place they give traction on a hard surface is when they cross a lug. If you have turf tires any of them work fine. Any chains are better than no chains at all.

 

[Jimmyjack]

I neglected to say the reason is they dont tear up your blacktop or cement surface. Also they do provide some traction even if they fall between the lugs. It wont shake the snot out of your equipment as bad either. Ill grant that they arent as aggressive, but will provide all the gripping you will need. I used Dells method, semi chains for years, and no problem.

 

[JW Axtell]

(quoted from post at 11:46:18 10/15/09) Hey folks... I am looking for some tire chains for my 9n. I found
a snow plow and want a little more traction. I have seen some
on Craigslist. I have also searched through the archives... it is
just a little overwhelming. My question is this: What styles of
chains should I really consider and what should I stay away
from. I have the traditional N style tires 11.2x28... I have been
told to stay away from highway chains. Thoughts? I see a lot of
"ladder chains" on CL. My driveway is 250 feet. It is straight and
95% level, with a slight incline at the end.

Any help that you can send my way would be appreciated.

Your probably not going to like this. I was looking for chains on Craigslist, ebay, etc. for my NAA very late last winter. Almost all the used sets were at least, or more than $150.oo plus shipping.. Never did get any.
Then in late spring I was in my local TSC where I noticed tire chains on sale.
I bought a brand new set of Duro-grip chains, sized to fit my 12.4 X28 for $135.00. I then found out that other forums members here were reporting similar deals at all the local TSCs. No help for this winter though.
So, if your patient..............

 

[Dr. Bert]

Try your county road maintenance shop. Ask if they have an old set of road grader chains. With a little work they can be cut down to fit. They are the heavy ladder type and have worked well for me.

 

[TheBoro]

OK... lets talk deal, Woodchuck.
Whatcha got?

Keep in mind I live in Upstate, NY. I can only imagine what
postage would be on a set of tire chains!

Thanks.

 

[TheBoro]

Thanks for all the help folks.
I have some work ahead of me before the snow starts to fall...
Oh wait, we got a little last night!

Thanks again.
TB

 

[Woodchuck]

Well, I'm also in upstate NY. 20 miles south west of Albany. Shipping
shouldn't be an issue.
The ones I have are similar to the Tirechain.com Duo-Grip chains.
They're 27" wide and 108" long. I was told they came off an 8N.
Left the camera home today so I can't post a pic.

 

[GB in MT.]

(quoted from post at 08:36:47 10/16/09) OK... lets talk deal, Woodchuck.
Whatcha got?

Keep in mind I live in Upstate, NY. I can only imagine what
postage would be on a set of tire chains!

Thanks.

b:59c81f3f6a][i:59c81f3f6a]
TheBoro;
If the chains offered to ya by Woodchuck, are similar or like these,
you better make a deal with him.

Especially when he lives so close to ya. You prob. will save a bundle of $$$'s, on shipping.
Best tire chains for snow, I have ever used. Heavyduty DUO-LINK, and I push/pull a LOT of snow HERE!!!

Gary 8) [/i:59c81f3f6a][/b:59c81f3f6a]

 

[TheBoro]

OK, that sounds good. I am just out side of Utica... (in the
country).

My 9N tires are 11.2x28. Do you think that your chains will fit?
And what do you wan for them?

Thanks!

 

[TheBoro]

OK, that sounds good. I am just out side of Utica... (in the
country).

My 9N tires are 11.2x28. Do you think that your chains will fit?
And what do you wan for them?

Thanks!

 

[Woodchuck]

Mine look just like GB's except the short chains between the cross chains are closer together.
Puts them in the middle of the tire.

Shoot me an Email and we can talk business!

 

[TheBoro]

I do not have your email... it says that you have "No Email."
Am I doing something wrong?
My email should be there, if that works for you.

 

[Woodchuck]

Click on the email button at the bottom of my post. It should bringup a new message.

 

[TheBoro]

It still says no email.

 

[GB in MT.]

[b:b645892026][i:b645892026]
Boro;
You are using the classic side of the forum.
Woodchuck uses the modern side. Shift over to the modern side and his email button is at the bottom of his repies. Push that button and send yer email.

HTH

Gary [/i:b645892026][/b:b645892026]

 

[TheBoro]

Gotcha, Thanks Gary