RoyJackson
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Snow Attachments I installed my snow chains today
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Not a problem...I leave my teeth in a glass in the head...
GPintheMitten
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I haven't used chains for quite a few years. I used to run a Ford 2N with ag tires. The chains really helped.
In the last 3-4 years I've been running a 4wd Kubota B6200 with turf tires. I bought used chains but in practice, I really didn't need them. I was surprised at the traction you get out of the turfs.
Now, I just bought a used B2620 with R4's. Had I bought new, I would have spec'd out the turfs again. So I'm gonna go see if the used chains I bought for the B6200 fit.
Depending on how the winter goes and my first mowing season goes, I might try to trade for turfs.
In the last 3-4 years I've been running a 4wd Kubota B6200 with turf tires. I bought used chains but in practice, I really didn't need them. I was surprised at the traction you get out of the turfs.
Now, I just bought a used B2620 with R4's. Had I bought new, I would have spec'd out the turfs again. So I'm gonna go see if the used chains I bought for the B6200 fit.
Depending on how the winter goes and my first mowing season goes, I might try to trade for turfs.
grsthegreat
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I have R4 tires, and tractorchains.com claims that the 4 links might end up sliding in between the treads or something to that effect......another reason I'm leaning towards 2 link.....but maybe I'm over-analyzing as usual....
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twinjayhawks
Silver Member
What do you do???
Install chains on just back tires or all 4? Is there a big difference in traction on a 4WD with front chains?
Install chains on just back tires or all 4? Is there a big difference in traction on a 4WD with front chains?
lungdoc
Gold Member
Chains on the front do help quite a lot with MFWD tractors, if hilly I would definitely advise but depends on your local situation.
I use 4 link v-bar chains front and regular "Duo-ladder" on the rears. The Duo-grip and Duo-Ladder type use less chain than a 2 link but the joined sections in mid-tire stop chain from slipping into lugs on R4 or R1 tires.
I use 4 link v-bar chains front and regular "Duo-ladder" on the rears. The Duo-grip and Duo-Ladder type use less chain than a 2 link but the joined sections in mid-tire stop chain from slipping into lugs on R4 or R1 tires.
grsthegreat
Super Star Member
I have 2 link ladder and R4 tires, and the chain spacing is fine. They work slick. I tried snowplowing with and without front chains, and without the chains the tractor tended to float to one side if a deflected the blade fully to one side or the other (20 degrees). However with the chains there was ZERO float. So its obvious that it helped. Also, I'm on flat gravel roads.
On concrete i can tell there are chains on the tractor...bumpy.
On gravel i cant even tell i am running chains
On concrete i can tell there are chains on the tractor...bumpy.
On gravel i cant even tell i am running chains
JB4310
Super Member
I have 4 links on the rear, you do lose some of the chain between the industrial treads, but there is still enough to provide the needed traction.
I've got extra chain, I may fill in the 4 link to make it 2 link.
I have 2 link on the front, I made these and all my chains from a craigslist find (see pic) a guy had several pallets of all types of chain he obtained thru a auto supply warehouse purchase, he just wanted them gone. I picked thru them for what I wanted, and paid very little. But I could of got the entire lot for dirt cheap, probably should have.
The fronts help for steering as mentioned above, but also in my case provide that little extra traction I needed, running just front chains.
I was getting by for most of my snow removal work with 4x4 without any chains. But there were some places that I needed just a little extra traction, the front chains did it, and they are so easy to install. Just lift the front of the tractor off the ground with the loader.
I did that for a few years, last year I put the rears on just in time for the record snow we got. Now the thing will climb straight up the steepest bank I can find.
JB
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joeyd
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I also run 4 link v-bars, front and rear with my R-4's and there is plenty of chain over the tread to do the job. I have a pretty decent incline on my road and these sure do the job even when icy. When you put them on you can make them cross the R-4 tread then make sure they are tight and you won't have any trouble.
roman
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JB4310 - "That still leaves alot of wrestling with the chains. Though I guess all methods require some bull work, in odd positions."
Not really, because my tires aren't that big. I find placing the blocks and not having to deal with jacking the tractor off the ground is safer (for me). But you are right about bull work in odd positions!
I run 2 link chains that I bought from a local used equipment dealer. I also use them in the woods and they work really well. Ditto for plowing our gravel drive. The lawn hates them!
I have ladder chains for the front, still unused.
I really enjoy comparing the various ways we come to the same end result. One can really learn a lot with the knowledge here.
thanks everyone!
Not really, because my tires aren't that big. I find placing the blocks and not having to deal with jacking the tractor off the ground is safer (for me). But you are right about bull work in odd positions!
I run 2 link chains that I bought from a local used equipment dealer. I also use them in the woods and they work really well. Ditto for plowing our gravel drive. The lawn hates them!
I have ladder chains for the front, still unused.
I really enjoy comparing the various ways we come to the same end result. One can really learn a lot with the knowledge here.
thanks everyone!
I have very heavy studded chains on my rear wheels. I have found the easiest way is to tie a 2 foot or so piece of strong nylon cord onto one end of the chain so it forms a loop across the end. Then you lift the end of the chain up onto the back of the tire and loop the cord over the tread. The tread holds it on. The chain is stretched out behind the tractor with the outside surface facing up. Then you slowly drive forward stopping a few times to check the chain alignment on the tire. The chain stays on even as it passes under the tire. Once it starts to climb back up the bottom back side you stop and make the connections.
Works like a charm every time.
Works like a charm every time.
jnelson
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It appears that the newer CUTS are designed more for aesthetics than functionality these days and you need to be really careful about fitting your chains since clearances are very tight. This is especially true on 4 x 4 front ends where you need to check the fit lock to lock in the steering travel to be sure you don't damage front end components.
I have a Cub Cadet 6284 4 x 4 CUT that I installed chains on last winter - both front and back. I found that clearance between the chains and chassis components is very tight and it was critical to fit the chains exactly correct and tight. I read on another forum that you are not supposed to use chains on the 6284 but with careful fitting they did work and boy did they help pulling trailer loads of fire wood out of the woods in snow.
JN
I have a Cub Cadet 6284 4 x 4 CUT that I installed chains on last winter - both front and back. I found that clearance between the chains and chassis components is very tight and it was critical to fit the chains exactly correct and tight. I read on another forum that you are not supposed to use chains on the 6284 but with careful fitting they did work and boy did they help pulling trailer loads of fire wood out of the woods in snow.
JN
skipples
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Anyone know how effective chains are in mud? We don't get snow but I have a Kioti CK20 w R4's that can't hang in our clay mud. I wish I had R1's but it came with the R4. Chains seems to be the answer and I'm just looking for advice on type and source.
Happy Hollidays to all!
Happy Hollidays to all!
RoyJackson
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nybirdman
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Skidders run chains year round..yes they do help in mud.
woodstacker
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Not sure but think they would help.I have another question about needing chains on my Dk 55 to plow snow or can I just use the front wheel asist.
RoyJackson
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Deere recommends not using chains on the front axle...not sure about the other makes.
A lot of TBNers do use 'em up front with no failures that I've read of.
I do not use chains on the front. I do use them on the rear tires.
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All you need is 2 link ladder chains. Somewhere in this forum is a picture of a guy digging a trench with his fel in a very muddy field. He had turf tires wearing 2 link ladder chains and going along quite nicely.
