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Old Nov 21, 2006 | 08:07 PM
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ATV tire chains

I'm looking to get tire chains for my grizzly to help push snow this winter.
Anyone know what style or brand is the best for snow and ice and maybe where the best (cheapest) place to purchase them would be?

thanks in advance, Mooseman
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Old Nov 21, 2006 | 09:17 PM
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Mooseman, I don't know about chains but all my buddies in Ohio use 1/4" bolts through the tires. Talk about traction, those things will climb a tree like a bear was chasing them.
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Old Nov 21, 2006 | 09:48 PM
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Dunno what chains to use, but Les Schwab tires prolly does. I think thay are in Utah. Good luck.
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Old Nov 21, 2006 | 09:53 PM
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Try this link http://www.gemplers.com/a/shop/list....15343015523043 These look pretty aggressive.
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Old Nov 22, 2006 | 08:43 AM
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Those are really fancy and nice.

There are some normal ones cheap on e-bay.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Used-...spagenameZWDVW

and here's a retailer of cheaper regular chains.

http://www.rockymountainatv.com/cate...vType=category

I sure like the looks of the ones Totallyrad posted. Might be worth the extra price.
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Old Nov 22, 2006 | 11:02 AM
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try www.Tirechains.com, they are near Johnstown. PA, and if they can't fit the tire, they sell all the parts. I have used them for rear chains for my truck and tractor.
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Old Nov 24, 2006 | 02:34 AM
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I just cut down some normal pickup tire chains to the right lenght(with my air pressure lower than normal) threw them on and added a little extra air. Some tarp straps for tighteners and it lasted all winter.
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Old Nov 24, 2006 | 02:36 AM
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pawn shops around here have some cheap deals on them too.
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Old Nov 24, 2006 | 08:24 PM
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Originally Posted by catnfool
I just cut down some normal pickup tire chains to the right lenght(with my air pressure lower than normal) threw them on and added a little extra air. Some tarp straps for tighteners and it lasted all winter.
I had some luck strike me today.
My wife purchased us a house for a rental and while cleaning out the shed today I found 3 sets of chains hanging on the wall and believe it or not they fit like a charm on the front and rear.
I wanted a 2 link and these are a 4 link but the price was right so ill live with them.

Thanks for the replies guys, mooseman
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