Snow Cable Tensioner Recommendation

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Do you advise the use of Rubber Tire Chain Adjusters or Tensioners for tire chain/cable model PW1038 and TC1038? One of your videos shows them being used on this product, but they do not appear to come as part of the package with the cables. If you do recommend the tensioners, what product and model do you recommend? Thanks,

asked by: Wayne L

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Rubber tensioner are a great idea when using tire chains like the part # PW1038 or # TC1038 that do not have an automatic tensioning ability. The ones to use are the part # PW105.

This style of tensioner seems to work better than the other style like part # PW99.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

I am far from an expert on snowmobiles but one would have to think such a large truck with the correct tires and chains would be able to make it through up to 2' of snow assuming you have clearance on the vehicle. In regards to the type of tire…

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Answer 2

Some newer cars, vans and small trucks, especially those with large, aftermarket tires, may require the use of Class S chains. Class S tire chains are designed for use on vehicles with restricted wheel well clearance. I have attached a photo that…

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Answer 3

There were at least 4 possible stock tire size options for the 2014 Infiniti Q60. I show that it could have 225/45-19, 225/50-18, 245/40-19, or 245/45-18 tires. Check the tire sidewall on your Q60 to determine the size. This will ensure you get the…

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Answer 4

Yes, the Konig Standard Snow Tire Chains - Diamond Pattern - D Link - CB12 - Size 104, part #TH01221104, will fit your 2018 Mazda 6. They are Class S snow tire chains, so they are designed to fit on wheels with tight tolerances. Your Mazda 6 is front…

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Answer 5

The Glacier Cable Snow Tire Chains #PW1038 you referenced will work for your 2007 Acura TL and are easy to install and comply with all Department of Transportation use. The typical tire size for your car is 235/45-17. If your tire size is different,…

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Answer 6

Hey John, the difference between those two tire sizes is .8 of an inch in overall diameter. The width is exact same which is 205 mm. The 205/80 is 28.9 inches in diameter and the 205/75 is 28.1 inches. The way tire sizes are listed is super annoying…

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Hey Trent, I have a couple options for your 2025 Subaru Forester with tire size 235/50-19. First we do have tire cables like your manual mentions can be used with the part #PW1042. These will work and get you around but they are generally a…

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Answer 8

For your 2013 Subaru Outback with 225/60-17 size tires, I recommend the Glacier Cable Snow Tire Chains #PW1038. These chains are confirmed to fit the tire size on your vehicle and will do a nice job of providing traction during snowy and icy…

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