Are Snow Tire Chains And Cables Compatible With Radial Tires
Updated 12/23/2010 | Published 12/22/2010
Question:
Are these snow cables compatable with radial tires?
asked by: Steve
Expert Reply:
The Glacier V-Trac Cable Snow Tire Chains, part # PW1042, are compatible with radial tires. Snow chains or cables may cause cosmetic scuffing of tires when installed. This condition is unavoidable with certain tread types and designs. By design, most standard snow tire chains or cables must hang down (drape) the side wall of the tire in order to stay on the tire while being used. As a result, radial tires may also experience some minor scuffing of the tire side wall as a result of the flex inherent in the side walls of radial tires.
We have not had any complaints of snow tire chains or cables causing any physical or cosmetic damage to radial tires.
I am including a link to a FAQ page on information on snow tire chains.
Product Page this Question was Asked From
Glacier Cable Tire Chains - Ladder Pattern - Roller Links - Manual Tensioning - 1 Pair
- Tire Chains
- Tire Cables
- Square Link
- Light Snow
- On Road Only
- Manual
- Low Clearance
- Drive On and Connect
- Glacier
more information >
Featured Help Information
Miscellaneous Media
Continue Researching
- Shop: pewag Snox Pro Tire Chains - Diamond Pattern - Square Links - Self Tensioning - 1 Pair
- Shop: Tire Chains
- Article: Snow Tire Chain Overview: How to Buy the Right Tire Chains
- Q&A: What Does Class S Mean For Snow Tire Chains
- Q&A: What is the Difference Between the TCMA1 and TCMA2 Tire Chain Adjusters
- Q&A: Thule Snow Chain Recommendation for a 2014 Subaru Forester
- Q&A: 2016 Subaru Forester Snow Chains, AWD 225/55/18
- Q&A: Tire Chain Recommendations for 2010 Honda Fit Sport
- Q&A: 2011 Subaru Forester Snow Chain Recommendation 225/50R17
- Q&A: Recommended Snow Tire Cables for a 2022 Subaru Outback
- Article: How to Correct Noise from Exhaust Rattling Against a Trailer Hitch
- Article: Rooftop Cargo Carriers
- Article: Trailer Wiring Diagrams
- Article: Performance Chips and Modules
- Article: Best Tire Chains
- Article: Pewag Snow Tire Chains