I have an LE Plus and was looking to get a set of snow chains for a trip to the mountains this weekend. I was wondering what brand and model you guys have? My local dealer sells Peerless/SCC Super Z6 SZ435 which are for passenger cars, SUV, and light trucks. I noticed Pep Boys there's also the Peerless ZT735 SUV/Light truck chain. Anyone know which one is better? I can get the ZT's for about half the price of the Super Z6's.
Jamesk
I have a set similar to the Peerless 0232405 Auto-Trac made by Quality Chain. EZ on-off, but haven't had to use them yet.
Depends on how you need to use the chains (i.e. a set for just in-case basis, on&off road use and etc conditions). The sets you have listed aren't bad however sold under difference names; there are more reputable brands and design such as one by Thule, but again it depends on how you plan/often to use these chains. Below is a link to some brief comparison/rating by ezvid as FYI. Have a fun and safe trip!
https://wiki.ezvid.com/best-suv-snow-chains?id=adw&gclid=CPmZ96iqodICFQkpaQodet0CdA
https://wiki.ezvid.com/best-suv-snow-chains?id=adw&gclid=CPmZ96iqodICFQkpaQodet0CdA
Here's some more information for you to consider.
If you're only using these chains infrequently, you would think you should get the cheapest available, right? Wrong. I would choose chains that are easiest to put on (so you don't have to struggle on the side of the road) and I would choose durable chains since you'll likely be driving on pavement/roadway for short distances and the cheaper chains are likely to fall apart under those conditions. You also want self-adjusting tensioner chains so they keep the chains tight and reduce the chance of damage to your wheel wells!
There are two main types of chains, cable and link. Cable are generally cheaper and in my opinion are crap. Solid chain links are far more durable. The common chain patterns are diagonal, ladder, and diamond pattern. Diagonal and ladder type tend to vibrate more in use. The diamond pattern chains have better lateral stability and better grip overall, with less vibration.
So, that's why I recommend self-adjusting, diamond pattern chains. They are the easiest to mount, most stable, best grip, and least likely to loosen and damage your Highlander. YMMV.
If you're only using these chains infrequently, you would think you should get the cheapest available, right? Wrong. I would choose chains that are easiest to put on (so you don't have to struggle on the side of the road) and I would choose durable chains since you'll likely be driving on pavement/roadway for short distances and the cheaper chains are likely to fall apart under those conditions. You also want self-adjusting tensioner chains so they keep the chains tight and reduce the chance of damage to your wheel wells!
There are two main types of chains, cable and link. Cable are generally cheaper and in my opinion are crap. Solid chain links are far more durable. The common chain patterns are diagonal, ladder, and diamond pattern. Diagonal and ladder type tend to vibrate more in use. The diamond pattern chains have better lateral stability and better grip overall, with less vibration.
So, that's why I recommend self-adjusting, diamond pattern chains. They are the easiest to mount, most stable, best grip, and least likely to loosen and damage your Highlander. YMMV.
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