Can Tire Chains Be Cut If They Are Too Long?
Updated 09/07/2021 | Published 09/05/2021
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Question:
Once the chains are properly installed on my truck tires there are 4 to 5 extra links leftover. This many extra links could easily cut the brake line. Should I cut all but one extra link off? Or zip tie them?
asked by: Alan M
Expert Reply:
Make sure you are using Titan Chain Tire Chains w Cams # TC3229CAM with the appropriate tire size to reduce the risk of damage to your vehicle. I do not recommend cutting the chains as they are not designed to be used in that manner. I would also use adjusters to ensure a tight fitting chain, such as # TCOA2. Check out the attached demonstration video to see how they should fit onto tires. These chains fit the following sizes:
12x16.5
255/80-17
265/75-18
275/60-20
275/70-16
275/70-18
275/75-16
275/75-18
285/60-20
285/65-18
285/70-16
285/70-17
285/75-16
285/75-17
295/65-16
295/70-17
295/75-16
305/35-24
305/40-22
305/45-20
305/65-17
305/70-17
305/75-15
315/70-15
31x12.5-15
325/40-22
325/60-15
32x11.5-15
32x12.5-15
32x12.5-16.5
33x10.5-15
33x12.5-15
33x12.5-16.5
33x12.5-17
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Titan Chain Tire Chains w Cams - Wide Base and Dual Tires - Ladder Pattern - Twist Link - 1 Axle Set
- Tire Chains
- Tire Chains
- Twist Link
- Deep Snow
- Mud
- On Road Only
- Assisted
- Not Class S Compatible
- Titan Chain
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