powerscol
Veteran Member
Well second major snow storm hit and I was out moving it around with my Bobcat CT 235 using the bucket. Everything was good until I got on the hard pack.
First I am running the GP tires 15x19.5 8 ply in the rear (filled) and 25 x 8.5 - 14 (4 ply) up front - turns out they arr considered garden tractor /atv tires
Once on the hard pack on a slight side slope (say 4%) it would not back out of the pile...thank goodness I remembered the white peddle that locks the rear diff , but this almost got sideways in the ditch..yes I was in 4x4 mode. I also noticed it was sliding a lot in the turns. I do have my 1000 lb tiller on the back for traction - might be too heavy as in years past I had the 650lb box blade back there. Problem now is I cant get to it as it is buried in the back pasture currently.
I read through all the threads I could and settled on the following tire chains. I like them as they will prevent sideways sliding that normal cross ladder chains wont. I also considered the reinforced net style (but noticed the gaps in the pictures) and Duo-Ladder combo V bar (solved the gap prob;em, but with just a cross chain) - do I need the v-bar
Tractor Studded Tire Chains for rear other available are 15-19.5 Tractor Tire Chains
ATV Studded Tire Chains for the front others available are ATV Studded Tire Chains These look light weight though.
Question on is is this a good place to buy? and
Question 2 is am I looking at the right type of chain for my needs.
Should I get the tensioners?
Should I invest in a tool?
Also I cant find information on the inside clearance I need between the tire and fender well. Thoughts?
Any suggestions are appreciated, especially other sources for this type. I only want to do this once and dont want to keep doing repairs as some have mentioned in their posts.
Thanks for any help - need to order soon.
Merry Christmas and the best for the New Year
First I am running the GP tires 15x19.5 8 ply in the rear (filled) and 25 x 8.5 - 14 (4 ply) up front - turns out they arr considered garden tractor /atv tires
Once on the hard pack on a slight side slope (say 4%) it would not back out of the pile...thank goodness I remembered the white peddle that locks the rear diff , but this almost got sideways in the ditch..yes I was in 4x4 mode. I also noticed it was sliding a lot in the turns. I do have my 1000 lb tiller on the back for traction - might be too heavy as in years past I had the 650lb box blade back there. Problem now is I cant get to it as it is buried in the back pasture currently.
I read through all the threads I could and settled on the following tire chains. I like them as they will prevent sideways sliding that normal cross ladder chains wont. I also considered the reinforced net style (but noticed the gaps in the pictures) and Duo-Ladder combo V bar (solved the gap prob;em, but with just a cross chain) - do I need the v-bar
Tractor Studded Tire Chains for rear other available are 15-19.5 Tractor Tire Chains
ATV Studded Tire Chains for the front others available are ATV Studded Tire Chains These look light weight though.
Question on is is this a good place to buy? and
Question 2 is am I looking at the right type of chain for my needs.
Should I get the tensioners?
Should I invest in a tool?
Also I cant find information on the inside clearance I need between the tire and fender well. Thoughts?
Any suggestions are appreciated, especially other sources for this type. I only want to do this once and dont want to keep doing repairs as some have mentioned in their posts.
Thanks for any help - need to order soon.
Merry Christmas and the best for the New Year