I know that this has been covered many times before, but being somewhat of a newbie to the forum, I have probably missed some of the info I'm looking for. I have an L3010 with ft hd. bucket, Landpride rear blade and R4's. Last winter was the first year I had a chance to plow any snow, only one storm and only 5 inches, but the problem I had was trying to get up two steep hills on my driveway.(1300 ft.) If I tried to plow going up, all 4 wheels would spin. If I tried going up without the rear blade down, it would spin. Now, if I backed up the hill, no problem, up I go. I realize that without my rear tires loaded this will contribute to the problem so I have invested in a fill- valve adapter from NAPA- this should be a big help when I get the tires filled (also for all the loader work I do). I also want to get chains for the rear, I can't risk the embarrasment of having the neighbors see a big, orange tractor spinning on a hill. Where can I buy Norse style chains, and for how much? Tirechain . com seems to have a good price on a v-bar duogrip, but just in case I would like to try the Norse style- they appear to be much more agressive. Thanks for any input, and please, let it snow this year more than once.
Tire chains, again!
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Thomas
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Boondox {TBNer}I'm sure could give you some great advice on chains,for he gets both ice and snow and Clementine doesn't have a problem.
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Boondox: ie: Peter Burk: owner of a Kubota L3010HST- aka Clementine. Member of TBN.
Go to who's users list at top of page quick on profile search, add Boondox. He should be listed there.
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Hi BOONDOX a question for ya? will these tire chains or any tire chaines screw up my paved drive way i have loaded rear tires and got through last year ok but expect mutch more snow this year i back blade and use my fel i also have a unpaved road to plow thanks
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Boondox- those look Awesome! I think they would work great, maybe overkill for me, but I definitely wouldn't have any regrets about going that way, for sure. If you can get any info. and reply, it would be greatly appreciated- Thank-you.
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I have regular duo grips on R1 tires, unloaded and they work well. Not as good as the norse chains which have carbide tips as you can see in the picture but they are essentially logging chains. Outstanding traction but I wouldn't drive on blacktop with them. I can't see how they WOULDN'T damage asphalt.......... oh, and I think they cost around $1000 vs about $200
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No way you want to use ice chains on pavement!!! They leave huge holes in asphalt and big scratches in concrete. Great in mud, though!
If your driveway is paved and you need extra traction, my feeling is you definitely don't need this much chain. Probably simple 2 space ladders would be more than enough.
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If your driveway is paved and you need extra traction, my feeling is you definitely don't need this much chain. Probably simple 2 space ladders would be more than enough.
Pete
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I bought mine from Windy Ridge in NH for about $550, but Ken Jones Tire in PA has the same thing for a little less $$$. You can reach them at (800) 225-9513.
Cons of using ice chains: they tear up pavement something awful, they're heavy so require finesse instead of brute strength to mount
Pros of using ice chains: phenomenal traction (how else could I plow a bobsled run down my meadow in three feet of snow?), don't get lost between the lugs of your tires, smooth ride, great for logging or in absolute muck.
Pete
Cons of using ice chains: they tear up pavement something awful, they're heavy so require finesse instead of brute strength to mount
Pros of using ice chains: phenomenal traction (how else could I plow a bobsled run down my meadow in three feet of snow?), don't get lost between the lugs of your tires, smooth ride, great for logging or in absolute muck.
Pete
