winter wheeling trip dates are February 1,2, and 3 (1 Viewer)

[jmvar]

Added links to the ends to increase the circumference of the chains. One link on each end just to make it easier to put them on.

 

[Blue77FJ40]

Do the chains come with spare links, or does any hardware store stock them? Are they just spread open and squeeze shut to add, or are they welded on?

 

[jmvar]

We just got some links that are open and have a threaded section. Opened them up, put loctite on the threads, closed them up and let them set up. I just needed one link to get the chains to the perfect circumference. The replacement links end up on the sidewall of the tire, they don't see any contact with the contact patch of the tire and the road surface.

Exactly like this.

Grainger Industrial Supply: Quick Link,5/16 In,5000 LB 1XUC1

I will probably remove these in the future, add a link and tack it. The replacement link is thicker material than the rest of the links on the chains but I don't know how comfortable I am with that threaded section.

Any input?

 

[Blue77FJ40]

Thanks for the feedback. I obviously have zero tirechain knowledge and seek enlightenment. From other tirechain threads I've seen, they aren't cheap for decent ones.