Snow Chains
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Snow Chains
We are having a snow storm in Detroit and wondering if anyone knows were I could get a set of snow chains for my car today?
The 10" rear tires really suck in the snow.
The 10" rear tires really suck in the snow.
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The Acura got stuck as soon as I turned into the street. I figure that the problem is that it doesn't have enough HP or a manual trans, so the Vette with a manual and chains would be the idea car in this weather.
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11" wheels will get you snowtires
I remember earlier there was a thread going concerning snow tires / Chains. The one guy from germany reported that he has them on 11"
wheels and thats the only way he could get them wide enough.
Its kind of like the setup of the C6 trying to use supercar tires.
wheels and thats the only way he could get them wide enough.
Its kind of like the setup of the C6 trying to use supercar tires.
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Chains are NOT recommended! From the manual:
Tire Chains
CAUTION:
Do not use tire chains. There is not enough
clearance. Tire chains used on a vehicle
without the proper amount of clearance can
cause damage to the brakes, suspension or
other vehicle parts. The area damaged by the
tire chains could cause you to lose control of
your vehicle and you or others may be injured
in a crash. Use another type of traction device
only if its manufacturer recommends it for use
on your vehicle and tire size combination and
road conditions. Follow that manufacturer’s
instructions. To help avoid damage to your
vehicle, drive slowly, re-adjust or remove the
device if it is contacting your vehicle, and
do not spin your wheels. If you do find
traction devices that will fit, install them on
the rear tires.
clearance. Tire chains used on a vehicle
without the proper amount of clearance can
cause damage to the brakes, suspension or
other vehicle parts. The area damaged by the
tire chains could cause you to lose control of
your vehicle and you or others may be injured
in a crash. Use another type of traction device
only if its manufacturer recommends it for use
on your vehicle and tire size combination and
road conditions. Follow that manufacturer’s
instructions. To help avoid damage to your
vehicle, drive slowly, re-adjust or remove the
device if it is contacting your vehicle, and
do not spin your wheels. If you do find
traction devices that will fit, install them on
the rear tires.
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Matter of fact I'm out to clean my Vette! Kind of dirty from my daily drive this week. 74 and partly cloudy here. 
Sorry boys couldn't resist. You can poke your fun when we've got hurricane coming!!
Sorry boys couldn't resist. You can poke your fun when we've got hurricane coming!!
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