Pewag Tire Chains

Pewag's durable alloy steel snow tire chains are easy to adjust and are built for superior traction and a smoother ride. Custom fit chains for a wide variety of vehicles.

Pewag Trailer Cargo Control

Tie down chains and load binders will help you to quickly and easily tighten down and secure heavy loads. Some are able to bind up to 17,900 lbs.

Pewag Cargo Bags

The perfect storage bags for your Pewag tire chains or any other variety of cargo. These durable nylon bags come in a variety of sizes for whatever you may need to carry.

Pewag Trailer Jacks

Pewag's stabilizer jacks are great to use as a vehicle ramp when installing snow chains or changing the tire on a dually vehicle.

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Review of the Pewag Mud Service Snow Tire Chains on a 2005 GMC Sierra

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Pewag Snow Chain Recommendation for a P235/65/R17 Tire on a 2007 Toyota Highlander
There are several sets of chains that will fit your P235/65/R17 tires, but the Pewag All Square Snow Tire Chains # PWE2221SC that you referenced are not confirmed to fit your tire size. I attached a link to all chains that will work for that tire size, but the one that is close to the set you referenced would be the Pewag All Square Snow Tire Chains # PWE2211SC. I attached FAQ articles on snow chains for you to check out also. You will still need to check with your owners manual to determi
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Snow Tire Chains for a 2012 Mercedes Sprinter with 245/75-16 Tires
If you go through our fit guide for a 2012 Mercedes Sprinter and then select tire chains it will provide 2 tire size options, see link. Select 245/75-16 to see the options. In the list that comes up I do not see chains # PWRS80 but a comparable set would be the Thule chains # TH01571255. I have included some informational links on tire chains for you to view. Be sure to consult the vehicle owners manual for more information on the use of tire chains on your specific vehicle.
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Tire Chain Recommendation for Toolcat with Snowblower on Paved Surfaces
For the best performance, I would recommend going with the Pewag All Square Tire Chains, # PWE3210SC, that you referenced. The square link chains have an edge that will help grip on ice and in heavy snow conditions. As far as damage is concerned, you will likely see chain marks on your driveway if it is a blacktop driveway with any type of tire chain. The blacktop surface is softer than concrete and is not very durable against metal. You could take a look at the Glacier Chains Twist-Link
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Can Snow Tire Chains be Installed on a 2008 Ford F-150 XLT
If there are any restrictions on the use of tire chains for your 2008 Ford F-150 with tire size 265/65-18, then it should be listed in the owners manual. Take a look in the owners manual for any tire chain information. We show several tire sizes for the 2008 Ford F-150 but not 265/65-18. There is a 265/60-18 so you will want to double check that size. If you do end up having 265/60-18 tires and do not plan on using them too often or if you do not live in an area where chains are required, I r
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Where Should the Tire Chains Go, Front or Rear, on a 2006 Dodge Ram 2500 4x4
For chains, you do not have to have a set on all 4 wheels of a 4x4. If you can select 2 wheel drive, rear, then you will want the chains on the rear tires. If it is 4 wheel drive all the time then you would still put them on the rear wheels. The 2006 Dodge Ram 2500 could have several different tire sizes. I have included a link to the tire sizes. Click on your size to see the options or if your size is not listed, use the selector option below the list of sizes. If you will only be using the
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Are Tensioners Required for Pewag Snow Chains # PWE2228S
We do have tensioners but they are not required but recommended for Pewag chains # PWE2228S. Since the chains you referenced are for 15 to 20 inch tires, you would use rubber adjusters # PW99. The chains themselves do not have any levers or cams to tension the chains.
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Recommended Class U Tire Chains for 2011 Mercedes Sprinter Dually
Using the part # PWE2219SC that you referenced would provide 1 pair of chains to cover two single tires. If you wanted chains on all four rear tires, part # PWE4219SC would be a better choice for dual wheels. You would need one set for each side. Should you follow the advice of Mercedes and chain all four rear tires, or just two of them? That will have to be up to your discretion. Having all four rear tires chained up will provide superior traction versus having chains on two tires. As a mat
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Tire Chain Recommendation for a 2001 Chevy Tahoe with 245/75-16 Tires
First, you will want to consult the vehicle owners manual for the 2001 Chevy Tahoe to determine if chains can be used and if there are any specific requirements if you can use chains. Typically, on 4-wheel drive vehicles, you would place the chains on the rear wheels. If 4-wheel drive is engaged, you can use them on all 4 wheels. I show that your Tahoe uses 245/76-16 size tires. If this is the case, I recommend the Glacier chains, # PWPLC1144. These chains are better suited for an SUV. The Tw
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How to Determine if the Tires are Different or Snow Tire Chains are Different for 265/75R16 Tires
It sounds like you are covering most of the bases here. If all of the tires on your truck are 265/75R16 tires and the chains have the same number of side links and cross links and the side and cross links are the same size, then the only other things that could be an issue are proper inflation of the tires, the tire brand or manufacture date being different. Check the inflation of your tires, and the brand and model of the tires first and if these check out. If so, check the manufacture date
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Do Pewag Brenta-C 4X4 Self-Tensioning Snow Tire Chains, # PWXMR82V Fit a Radial Tire
Yes, the Pewag Brenta-C 4X4 Self-Tensioning Snow Tire Chains, # PWXMR82V, will fit a radial tire. The sizes leave out letter codes so that it indicates just the size since they are not limited to radial, bias ply, and other types. You will want to consult the vehicle owners manual to determine if chains can be used and if there are any specific restrictions or recommendations for chain use. I have included a link to our tire chain FAQ article for you.
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Which Pewag or Glacier Ratcheting Load Binder has the Shortest Minimum Reach
I was able to speak with my contact at Pewag and get some measurements for the load binders we carry. We have 4 different options available. First, on the Glacier Ratcheting Load Binder, # PRLB-51638, the minimum reach is 22 inches from one hook to the other measuring from the inside of the hooks so this will be the shortest. For the Glacier Ratcheting Load Binder, # PRLB-3812, the minimum reach is 23 inches. For the Pewag Ratcheting Load Binder, # PRLB108, the minimum reach is 24.3 inches
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What Does Clearance Refer To When Selecting Snow Tire Chains
Clearance refers to the clearance from the top and sides of the tires to the fender wells on your vehicle. You want to make sure there is plenty of room between the tires and the suspension components and body of the truck. Usually there is plenty of clearance on trucks, but you will want to check your vehicle owners manual to see if tire chains are allowed to be used or recommended for your Chevrolet C/K Series Truck. If your truck is lowered or has modified suspension or wheels, clearance coul
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Availability of Cleated Snow Chains for a 2003 Toyota Tundra with 265/65-17 Tires
At this time we do not have snow chains with cleats for the 265/65-17 tires that are on your vehicle. The most aggressive snow tire chains we have for the 265/65-17 tire size are the Pewag All Square Snow Tire Chains, item # PWE2221SC. These chains have cam tighteners to easily tighten the chains on your vehicle tires and keep them tight. The chains you selected, item # PWE2221S, do not have cam tighteners and are a bit harder to install but also work well. You should check your vehicle
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Snow Tire Chain Recommendations for a 2002 Dodge Ram Quad Cab 1500 with 275/55-R20 Tires
We have several recommendations for the 275/55-20 tire and wheel combination, see link. For the easiest installation and best traction in the most extreme conditions, it would recommend the Pewag All Square Snow Tire Chains with Cam Tighteners, item # PWE3229SC. The S model Pewag All Square Snow Tire Chains, item # PWE3229S, that you mentioned do not have the cam tighteners for ease of installation that the SC model features. If you will only be using the chains occasionally and are more w
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Need for Tire Chains on All 4 Wheels on a Truck with Dual Rear Wheels
According to my research, it is not necessary to place chains on all 4 rear wheels on a dually. Running chains on two of the tires is pretty common, although you would gain a bit more traction by using them on all 4 rear wheels. We have an article that features additional information about snow chains, as well as a state-by-state breakdown of chain regulations. To see the article, use the provided link.
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Snow Tire Chains Installation Options For a 2007 Dodge Ram 3500 Dually Axle
You can put snow chains on either just the outside wheels, or we sell chains that go on both rear wheels. Special setups are required for dual wheel and tire setups. If you follow the link below you will be taken to a page that will ask you for your tire size, once you select the appropriate tire size you will be able to select the style of snow chains that you would like. There is also a link below to an FAQ page on snow chains that you might find informative.
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Snow Tire Chain Available For 11R x 24.5 Duals
Yes, we carry winter snow tire chains that will fit 11R -24.5 Duals. I would recommend the Glacier Twist-Link Snow Tire Chains with Cam Tighteners, part # PWH3277SC.
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Basic Snow Tire Chains for a 265/70R16 on a 2001 Chevy Tahoe
We have numerous tire chains available for the 265/70R16 tires on your 2001 Chevy Tahoe. I have included a link to them below. For basic chains, I recommend the Glacier Twist-Link Snow Tire Chains with Cam Tighteners, # PWH2228SC. These would be your basic tire chains but they also offer a twist-link design for extra grip and traction and side cams for easy tightening.
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Where To Install Snow Tire Chains On A 2010 Nissan Frontier SE 4x4
The basic rule for snow tire chains on a four wheel drive is that you can use them on all 4 wheels, unless noted in the owners manual that it is not allowed. If using snow tire chains on only 2 wheels, on a four wheel drive vehicle, you will install them on the rear wheels. The reason they might not recommend snow chains on the front is because of clearance issues. I cannot recommend snow tire chains on all 4 wheels if the owners manual says to only use on rear wheels. You might check with th
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Square Link Tire Chain Recommendation for a Fire Engine with 314-80R-22.5 Tires
I spoke with my contact at Pewag and based on the tire sizes you listed she recommended the Pewag All Square Snow Tire Chains with Cam Tighteners for Heavy Trucks - Reversible - 1 Pair, part # PWE2255SC, for single wheel axles and the Pewag All Square Snow Tire Chain for Dual Truck Tires - Reversible - 1 Chain, part # PWE4255S, for dually axles. You should note that when you are placing your order, the # PWE2255SC is sold in pairs, and the # PWE4255S is sold individually.
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What Tire Snow Chains Will Fit a 275/70-16 Size Passenger Vehicle Tire
Many tire chains will fit a range of tire sizes. There is usually a list after the description on the product page for each tire chain we carry. You can also search by vehicle year make and model, or by tire size. In the case of the Pewag All Square Snow Tire Chains with Cam Tighteners, # PWE2228SC, it will not fit a 275/70-16 size tire. A comparable chain for your 275/70-16 tires are the Glacier Square-Link Snow Tire Chains with Cam Tighteners, # PWH2328SLC. The only main difference is that
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What Works Better Snow Chains Or Snow Cables On A 2007 Nissan Frontier 4X4
Both of the snow chains and snow cables will work great in snow conditions. The difference is the snow chains will give you better grip in more ice conditions because the chain links will bite into the ice where as the snow cables tend to slide over the ice. The snow chains will make a little more noise on dry pavement as compared to the snow cables. The Pewag Tire Chains, # PWXMR81V, you have referenced is a good choice for snow chains on your 2007 Nissan Frontier 4x4. Another good choice is
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Do You Have Tire Chains For My Truck with Tire Size 255/70R/18
Yes, the Pewag All Square Snow Tire Chains with Cam Tighteners for Light Trucks, part # PWE2228SC, will fit your truck tire size 255/70R/18. Part # PWE2228SC, is linked below. Before installing snow tire chains on your vehicle, you will want to check with your vehicle owners manual to see if it is recommended to use snow chains. I have linked an FAQ on tire chains for you to review.
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Class U Tire Chains for an LT215/85R16 Tire on a 2008 Winnebago View Motorhome
The Class U chains required by your 2008 Winnebago, are for regular and all square chains on vehicles with at least 1.97 inches of wheel well clearance. The Pewag All Square Snow Tire Chains with Cam Tighteners, # PWE2219SC, will fit your tire and wheel well. The chain links themselves are only 5.6 millimeters think so there should still be enough clearance between the two tires.
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Tire Chains for 2003 Dodge Ram 2500 with 245/70/17 Sized Tires
For your 2003 Dodge Ram 2500, we actually have several options for tire chains depending on if you have a dually or single rear wheels. I recommend the Pewag Tire Chains, # PWE2214S. This set of tire chains features reversible square links for good grip and reliable wear. If you are looking for something that you can manually tighten, try # PWE2214SC. The only difference between these two sets is that the SC model comes with side cams you would use to tighten the chains. The first set are suppos
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