chains

[rayclar]

Been plowing a couple of times now with my rig and have 4 link ladders on turfs. BOY THEY SURE RIDE ROUGH, nuff to shake you out of the cab at higher speeds. Looked to buy extra crossers and they are more then i paid for the chains from the same place i bought them???

 

[JB4310]

Been plowing a couple of times now with my rig and have 4 link ladders on turfs. BOY THEY SURE RIDE ROUGH, nuff to shake you out of the cab at higher speeds. Looked to buy extra crossers and they are more then i paid for the chains from the same place i bought them???

Don't know why that should be, but you would be much happier with the 2 link, no better traction just way better comfort.

I made all of my chains from surplus, I have 4 link now on the rear on my primary snow machine (2 link on front), I don't drive it much except in the snow during the winter, so I have been able to tolerate it, but I'm thinking of filling in between to make them 2 link. I think I have enough surplus chain to do it.

I would shop around for bulk chain and cut and splice as needed to fill yours in, especially if it's bothering you already.

Good luck, JB

 

[rayclar]

Thanks jb, any links to where i can buy bulk twist link chain. Ive looked but found none.

 

[JB4310]

Thanks jb, any links to where i can buy bulk twist link chain. Ive looked but found none.

I don't have any link, I found mine locally in a closed up warehouse. But I wouldn't think it should be that hard to find.

Shipping will add considerably to the cost I'm sure.

JB

 

[reggiejr]

I wonder if it would be cheaper for you to just sell yours for a small loss and just buy a new set of 2-link chains?Stick your chains on craigslist for a decent price and you could probably sell them on the first day.

 

[RoyJackson]

I'm fine with the 4 link ladder chains...maybe I just have more padding on my butt. I do run on gravel more then pavement though.
Just be advised if you think the 4 link chains are heavy, you'll be near doubling the weight with the 2link chains.