I have been trying to locate a pair of chains or cables for my new 07 2wd Dcab Lb but seem to be finding that the tire size (P265/65 R17) isnt listed. Southern Cal isnt exactly snow country and I only need them for occasional trip to ski slopes so I am not particularly upset that they wouldnt have them in stock but but really surprised not to see the tire size even listed. Is there a substitution that others have used or am I just not hitting the right stores.
While I am at it, might as well ask what type is good (and why)? Choices I have read about are straight chains across tires, diamond patterns, cables, square links and an assortment of chain hardness. Does any of it make much difference?
The last time I used chains was over 30 yrs ago and I just remember what a pain they were to get on. Thankfully, my usual driving is along coast where we dont get much rain and never snow (so far anyway) so snow tires arent an option. Mtns are only 90 miles however and they do require chains (and check for them) on 2wd when it gets snowy/icy.
Bob
While I am at it, might as well ask what type is good (and why)? Choices I have read about are straight chains across tires, diamond patterns, cables, square links and an assortment of chain hardness. Does any of it make much difference?
The last time I used chains was over 30 yrs ago and I just remember what a pain they were to get on. Thankfully, my usual driving is along coast where we dont get much rain and never snow (so far anyway) so snow tires arent an option. Mtns are only 90 miles however and they do require chains (and check for them) on 2wd when it gets snowy/icy.
Bob