L3301 snow chains

[LouNY]

I don't see them as being any lighter then ladder chains,
The advantage of the Euro style are two, a much smoother ride and much greater traction.
They aren't any easier to install, but I have had considerable experience installing chains.
But enjoy the ones you have and they will most likely work good enough for your needs.

 

[Garandman]

Ordered the Ofa chains and front diamond chains from Windy Ridge Supply.
Fronts $130, rears $485.
Delivery $65.

They never answered emails but answered the phone. Asked them to leave them on the porch. The driver opened the tailgate, dumped the box off onto the driveway, and drove away. Not like they could be damaged and doubt the driver could have picked the box up anyway.

Probably install mid November.



Made note 撤lease

 

[John_Mc]

Ordered the Ofa chains and front diamond chains from Windy Ridge Supply.
Fronts $130, rears $485.
Delivery $65.

They never answered emails but answered the phone. Asked them to leave them on the porch. The driver opened the tailgate, dumped the box off onto the driveway, and drove away. Not like they could be damaged and doubt the driver could have picked the box up anyway.

Probably install mid November.

I'm sure you'll be happy with them. You'll want to allow a little extra time the first time you install them. They are a little different to get on than the ladder style chains, plus you'll need to make a couple of adjustments andprobably need to trim a couple excess links off the length. (If your tires are really worn, leave an extra couple of links, so you have enough to reach around a new tire with full tread).

 

[Garandman]

Just plowed with them for the first time. 14” of very heavy snow.

Wow, what a difference!

 

[LouNY]

Good to hear that. :drink:

 

[John_Mc]

Just plowed with them for the first time. 14” of very heavy snow.

Wow, what a difference!

The only downside of the Ofa Eko chains is that they are expensive - but once they have been used in a demanding application, I've yet to run into anyone who regrets the purchase.

 

[Garandman]

What are people using for tensioners? I’ve just got an assortment of bungee cords right now.

Bought a set but I think they might be too small.

The only downside of the Ofa Eko chains is that they are expensive - but once they have been used in a demanding application, I've yet to run into anyone who regrets the purchase.

I’m working alone most of the time, in diverse terrain. Been stuck in the woods a few times and it wasn’t a good feeling.

As far as I can tell these will last many years so purchase price starts to disappear as a factor.

 

[LouNY]

On mine I don't run any, one of the flyers that came with one of my sets wanted the chains (the euro style) to actually be a bit loose and be able to move around the tire. Loose being able to get a fist under the chain. They also did not want tensioners.

 

[Garandman]

But that bugs me!

I have a little more than a fist of slack, going to see what I can pull in.

 

[John_Mc]

But that bugs me!

I have a little more than a fist of slack, going to see what I can pull in.

You are supposed to have slack in this style chain. About a fist of slack is right where you want to be. See attached installation instructions.

I "drive" mine onto the tires as shown in the instructions, and hook them right up. Using this method, I never have to go back and re-tension the chains. They wrap around tightly enough that I can get them hooked up appropriately the first time. The same technique worked with my ladder style chains. When I tried Duo-Grips (only used one season), I could not quite get them tight enough just driving them on: I had to drive around for a minute, then re-tighten. Once I figure out the correct link, I spray paint that link with some bright color before I take the chains off, so I know what to shoot for the next time. (I generally leave an extra couple of links when initially fitting the chains to my tires, rather than cutting all of the extra off. My tires are somewhat worn, and I want to make sure I have enough length to fit when I eventually replace the tires.)