Chains Chains for my 3320

[bobsphotos]

I live in Central ME and if we have another open winter like last, I would like to try to get some wood out of my swamp. My JD 3320 has the R4_15X19.5 rear tires so can I hear suggestions on what type of chains would work best for me and where to buy them.
Thanks

 

[VTjohndeere]

I live in Vermont and have an open station 3520 JD with the smaller R4 tires. I use a set of hardened steel spike chains for my rear wheels (from Norway as I recall). I've used them for 4 winters and have no regrets and very little wear on them. The tractor literally "walks" over ice I can't stand on. I also have the rear tires loaded and have three wheel weights on each rear wheel. I have pretty steep grades on my 0.6 mile gravel/dirt driveway. In the swamp and fields, it may be a different situation for you. This series of tractors doesn't have much ground clearance. You may need to plow a path first! Also, if you have the large R4 tires, your choices in chains may be limited due to the tighter clearances between the wheels and fenders. I got my chains through the local JD dealer. They were pretty pricey but worth every penny.

 

[bobsphotos]

I have the smaller r4s, so clearance will not be an issue.

 

[jgayman]

Tire Chains by TireChains.com, just key in the size of your tires and they will show you the choices. Dual-grip, Ladder, V-bar, etc. V-bars are the ultimate in traction if you never drive on pavement. I would think heavy duty 2-link ladders would do the trick. I've bought several sets of chains from TireChains.com and have been very happy with the build quality and fit.

 

[YesDeere]

Yup. Tire chains.com. I had to flip my rear tires for clearance on my 4310. It doesn't get stuck with chains on all 4.

 

[bobsphotos]

Thanks guys for the help. Tirechains.com it is.

 

[bobsphotos]

I am thinking about these. Comments ?

 

[jgayman]

Those look like 4-link chains. They will certainly work but I prefer the 2-link chains. 2-link will also make your ride less bumpy. Those V-bar are great for ice traction but you do not want to drive on any concrete or pavement as it will leave marks. Needless to say, any wheel spin will rip things to shreds. Heck, I had V-bar on my NAA and they put marks in my gravel driveway! ;-)

 

[bobsphotos]

So here is the deal. From a dollar standpoint I cannot go for the 2 link V-bar so it has to be either 2 link regular or 4 link V-Bar. Comments?

 

[jgayman]

The first question you need to answer is... will you need to drive on concrete or pavement at all?