sources for quality front chains?

[fishhead]

Need to get a new set for the front of my JD 3720 (size is 27-8.5-15) been trying to find something similar to the ofa easy on 5 chains i have in the rear- euro style low profile hard wearing

For some reason better quality chains seem to be in short supply in this size- anyone got good sources out there i should check with that i may not have thought of?

Many thanks

 

[PlumCrazy814]

Not sure if I can post a link but if you search for tire chains in Johnstown, PA you will find a reputable supplier. I was real happy with them. I went with the V-bar.

 

[TractorTYMe]

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[fishhead]

thanks,
i see some diamond and h pattern there but they don't seem to be hardened - my drive is paved so unhardened last at best a couple of years.
They have hardened ladders but i don't like ladders on pavement in the front- especially the beefy ones

 

[oosik]

I had V-bar ladder chains - front and rear - when I had the Ford 1700 4WD. Kind of a PITA to install but allowed the little Ford to climb almost vertical. On in the fall - off in the spring.

Now - I would get those euro style chains. From all I've seen - easier to install and just as effective as V-bar.

I don't know where you are fishhead but around here Les Schwab tire center is a good starting point.

 

[fishhead]

i'm in NW montana close to Tractor TYMe, (actually i'm in crete right now) had not thought of les schwab- i'll try there

 

[fishhead]

thanks

 

[BlueKnife]

Need to get a new set for the front of my JD 3720 (size is 27-8.5-15) been trying to find something similar to the ofa easy on 5 chains i have in the rear- euro style low profile hard wearing

For some reason better quality chains seem to be in short supply in this size- anyone got good sources out there i should check with that i may not have thought of?

Many thanks

I get mine at Bluejay Industrial in Hayden, Idaho. They can make any size you want. Not too far from you.

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[LouNY]

For the smaller front tires look for ATV tire chains.
On your size chains the OD and width are the determining factors the rim size has little to do with it.

 

[fishhead]

Thanks Lou
I think you were the guy posting the drive on method for chains years ago?

 

[John_Mc]

Thanks Lou
I think you were the guy posting the drive on method for chains years ago?

Yes, that was Lou.

 

[MTGreen]

i'm in NW montana close to Tractor TYMe, (actually i'm in crete right now) had not thought of les schwab- i'll try there

Tire Rama also has a big selection

 

[fishhead]

Yes, that was Lou.

Well,
it was quite helpful and i use that technique every time.
Thank Lou.

 

[fishhead]

I get mine at Bluejay Industrial in Hayden, Idaho. They can make any size you want. Not too far from you.

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Thanks,
I'll have to check that out when i get back to the USA- looks like they disabled european access- as many have

 

[fishhead]

Tire Rama also has a big selection

Had not been thinking of the-Thanks

 

[LouNY]

Well,
it was quite helpful and i use that technique every time.
Thank Lou.

Your welcome

 

[John_Mc]

Well,
it was quite helpful and i use that technique every time.
Thank Lou.

That is the technique which came with my OFA EKO ("euro-style") chains. Wish I'd known it all of the years I was putting on my previous ladder chains and Duo-Grip chains. It's so much easier, especially when you get into chains on larger tires: no lifting involved.

 

[John_Mc]

Diamond pattern chains for that 27x8.5-15 seem to be tough to find. I wonder if 27x9-14 chains would fit? There are several options I see out there for that size. Some are alloy studded chains.

Wesco has several options for 27x9-14 chains

Others probably do as well.

Some of these studded chains have a fairly high profile. If you are using them on front wheels, you'll want to check the clearance carefully, especially with the wheels fully turned. If clearance is a concern, the square link diamond pattern chains have a lower profile but still have pretty good traction (they are also claimed to be friendlier to pavement).

 

[LouNY]

From what I've seen with chains the overall length (diameter) and width are the primary considerations. The rim size is just an abstract number.

 

[John_Mc]

From what I've seen with chains the overall length (diameter) and width are the primary considerations. The rim size is just an abstract number.

That's why I was thinking the chains for 27x9-14 might be a good fit. The shape of the tire is also a consideration in the fit. Rounded ATV style tires might have a bit of a different fit than a more square-shouldered R4 tire. Either way, I did not think an extra 1/2" would make all that much difference.