Tire Chains

[Jeff P]

I know this has been discussed before and I have read the threads. I have relocated my H2 to a recently purchased place in the mountains of Colorado. I am currently running 37" procomp xterrains and am wondering about the need for chains. When I took the H2 out there last month there was some snow but not a great deal of it, however the road next to my place had quite a bit that would thaw then refreeze and I had some trouble getting up this road and was sliding around alot. I ended up coming down a different way (not so steep)because I was sure I would just slide all the way down. Does anyone have any ideas whether chains or cables or siping or all three. If so do I need to go back to stock tires? I am going back out there the day after Christmas and would like to be properly prepared.

Thanks,

Jeff

[Jeff P]

I know this has been discussed before and I have read the threads. I have relocated my H2 to a recently purchased place in the mountains of Colorado. I am currently running 37" procomp xterrains and am wondering about the need for chains. When I took the H2 out there last month there was some snow but not a great deal of it, however the road next to my place had quite a bit that would thaw then refreeze and I had some trouble getting up this road and was sliding around alot. I ended up coming down a different way (not so steep)because I was sure I would just slide all the way down. Does anyone have any ideas whether chains or cables or siping or all three. If so do I need to go back to stock tires? I am going back out there the day after Christmas and would like to be properly prepared.

Thanks,

Jeff

[Jeff P]

I know this has been discussed before and I have read the threads. I have relocated my H2 to a recently purchased place in the mountains of Colorado. I am currently running 37" procomp xterrains and am wondering about the need for chains. When I took the H2 out there last month there was some snow but not a great deal of it, however the road next to my place had quite a bit that would thaw then refreeze and I had some trouble getting up this road and was sliding around alot. I ended up coming down a different way (not so steep)because I was sure I would just slide all the way down. Does anyone have any ideas whether chains or cables or siping or all three. If so do I need to go back to stock tires? I am going back out there the day after Christmas and would like to be properly prepared.

Thanks,

Jeff

[timgco]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><font size="-1">quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by Jeff P:
I know this has been discussed before and I have read the threads. I have relocated my H2 to a recently purchased place in the mountains of Colorado. I am currently running 37" procomp xterrains and am wondering about the need for chains. When I took the H2 out there last month there was some snow but not a great deal of it, however the road next to my place had quite a bit that would thaw then refreeze and I had some trouble getting up this road and was sliding around alot. I ended up coming down a different way (not so steep)because I was sure I would just slide all the way down. Does anyone have any ideas whether chains or cables or siping or all three. If so do I need to go back to stock tires? I am going back out there the day after Christmas and would like to be properly prepared.

Thanks,

Jeff <HR></BLOCKQUOTE>
1st and most importantly, can I have a set of keys to your place by the ski resorts? http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif

Get some chains! I have not found a good set for 37's yet, but you can get them.
No matter what type of tires, you will slide on the packed snow and ice. Also the last thing you want is to drive up here and get stuck (I'm assuming you drive the truck here from FL).

There are many times that there are chain restrictions and you will need them to drive jsut on the main roads.

do a search for these under the FIND button and you should FIND what you need.
Good luck.

[Jeff P]

Actually I have relocated the H2 to Colorado Springs near the airport. I'm worried about clearance with chains and the 37's. So I am cosidering putting the stock tires back on and getting the chains from tirechains.com

[Jeff P]

BTW my property is pretty remote. About 100 miles west of Colorado Springs (about 30 miles from Royal Gorge)

[timgco]

Nice on the property.

I went on the website and saw your chains. Wich ones are you thinking about going with?

[Jeff P]

So, what do you think I should do?

[Jeff P]

Sorry, I misunderstood your reply. I'm not sure. Either the v bar or med duty. I also have read about rud chains, supposed to be easy to put on. But should I go back to stock first?

[timgco]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><font size="-1">quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by Jeff P:
Sorry, I misunderstood your reply. I'm not sure. Either the v bar or med duty. I also have read about rud chains, supposed to be easy to put on. But should I go back to stock first? <HR></BLOCKQUOTE>
you mentioned you went to 37's.
What kind of height restrictions are you dealing with?
If you are concerned about height, i have 37" BFG MTR's on mine with a Gobi stealth rack (sits just a smidge higher than stock roof bars) and I can fit in my garage that has a height of 7'2".

I wouldn't worry too much about fitting into too many places. you could always remove your roof bars if you don't use them. If you like the look any may use them, than going to stock 35's would still fit with the chains.

BTW- how remote? Is this why you are wanting them? Or are you getting them for driving on the road when chain restrictions are in effect?

[Jeff P]

I was refering to wheel well clearance and the possibility of damage to the truck. As far as your last question the answer is both. I'm 23 miles up a dirt road that is plowed in winter.

[ssgharkness020147]

The chains I know of for the 37's are'nt cheap, but they are supposed to work really well. http://www.bluehummer.com/tirechains1.html

[DURAMAX TIM]

Call up Blue Hummer and ask them about running the H1 chains on your H2 tires and see what they have to say.

Look at the inside of your tires and see how much clearance u have w/ the 37" tires.
If u can't fit the palm of an average size hand between yor tire and the body or suspension, I wouldn't use chains.
The chains are about the size of your fingers and any ice or crude build up and they will get bigger.
BTW if u see mostly hardpack and ice the cable chain would be OK, and they are only the size of a pencil or so.

Hope this helps more.

[markw]

I got some SCC Super Z cable chains (part #LT853 for stock 315/70/17). They seem to have a wide range of sizes: http://www.scc-chain.com/Pages%20Traction/Traction%20products/zt.html. I ordered them on line from Vulcan. The reason that I went for the SCC chains is that fitting appears to be very easy and clearance is good.

Thanks,
Mark

[CslRkH2]

Do chains help with deep snow?

I've read through the posts talking about packed snow and ice, but I'm curious if anyone has got stuck in deep fresh snow and was able to get out with just chains.

[rodster]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by CslRkH2:

Do chains help with deep snow?
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[dochummer]

It's looking a bit cold down there in vegas... http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_smile.gif

[CslRkH2]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by rodster:
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by CslRkH2:

Do chains help with deep snow?
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http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_rolleyes.gif </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

Very helpful...Thanks! http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_smile.gif

[rodster]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by CslRkH2:
Very helpful...Thanks! http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_smile.gif </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

Sorry 'bout that. Couldn't resist! http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_smile.gif

[CslRkH2]

I actually love playin in the snow, but the cold is another story.

Let's compare weather in July http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif

[rodster]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by CslRkH2:

Let's compare weather in July http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

Uh, no. http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_frown.gif

[L.E. Sniper]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by Jeff P:
BTW my property is pretty remote. About 100 miles west of Colorado Springs (about 30 miles from Royal Gorge) </div></BLOCKQUOTE>
Jeff, I an 56 miles from Canon City, in Salida
If you wont, contact me.

[CLAYDOG]

Jeff, the main reason you CAN get 37s on a stock H2 is that room was left for tire chains on the stock tire. The old GM standard for tire clearance was no contact at full lock and full jounce with tire chains on the larest available tire. Over the last few years the standard has tightend up a bit after it was repetedly pointed out to engineering that if your driving in conditions that require chains, and you get your car to full lock and full jounce, a little bit of sheet metal damage is the least of your worrys.

[ShaggyX]

Answering questions on a thread that is over 1 year old? Priceless. Good luck getting a response out of this Jeff guy. Dumbasses. http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif

[CO Hummer]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by CslRkH2:
Do chains help with deep snow?

I've read through the posts talking about packed snow and ice, but I'm curious if anyone has got stuck in deep fresh snow and was able to get out with just chains. </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

When I first bought my H2 in '03 I got stuck in fresh snow on Fall River Road in February (idiot venture). Chains do nothing for deep snow - the issue is high centering.

Here's where I was:

[CLAYDOG]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by ShaggyZr2:
Answering questions on a thread that is over 1 year old? Priceless. Good luck getting a response out of this Jeff guy. Dumbasses. http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

Bite me O skrawny one. http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_wink.gif

[CslRkH2]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by CO Hummer:
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by CslRkH2:
Do chains help with deep snow?

I've read through the posts talking about packed snow and ice, but I'm curious if anyone has got stuck in deep fresh snow and was able to get out with just chains. </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

When I first bought my H2 in '03 I got stuck in fresh snow on Fall River Road in February (idiot venture). Chains do nothing for deep snow - the issue is high centering.

Here's where I was: </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

Thanks for the reply. So shovel and/or winch for the deep stuff... Chains for traction on packed snow and ice (if needed).