Recommended Tire Chains for 2007 Acura RDX  

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According to the owner's manual for your vehicle, tire chains should be installed on the front wheels only so I couldn't contradict the advice given there. Due to the low clearance, you'd want to use a cable chain with a Class S rating, which would offer the proper amount of clearance above to the wheel well and between the inside of the tire sidewall and the suspension/steering components.

You don't provide the tire size, but according to the owner's manual the stock tire size is 235/55-18. If those are the tires you're using, I'd recommend the # TC729DC from Titan Chain. The diagonal V pattern will provide better lateral stability than what what you'd see with a ladder style chain and would also offer a smoother ride. If you're looking for something that's a little easier to install, I'd recommend the Pewag Snox, part # PWSXV580. These chains are Class S compatible, which is the classification your owner's manual calls for. The chains will self center and tighten as you drive for a super easy install, as you can see in the provided video.

If you have a different tire size, I'd be happy to make a recommendation if you'd reply with your current tire size.

I've linked to a product demonstration video featuring both chains recommended above. I'll typically recommend folks tray a dry run of the install while in their driveway or garage, so that if the time comes to install them you'll be familiar with the process.

expert reply by: Mike L

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