Tell me what tire chains to buy. Again...

[Wildabeest]

Does this look right?

Yup, it looks good. Cams and tensioner combo should ensure a tight fit. The way to tell if they are on in the right direction is that the open end of the hooks on the traction chains should be facing outward (away from the tire sidewall) where they connect to the tensioner chain.

 

[Pucky Freak]

I tried with just the front chains first, but with all 4 attached I crawled out of this embankment just fine this AM in 4WD low.

 

[silasd]

I have the v-bars style as well. You can easily look up actual chain on a site such as this … Tire Chains-Best Snow Chains-TireChains.com.

I have yet to use mine, but they are with me whenever I head west. Just be careful that you have adequate clearance. I have to use wheel spacers to get the wheel away from brake lines, etc.

I'm not tracking what you guys are saying about adequate clearance. I have a 2014 2500 ram, no lift. I'm thinking i would have enough clearance but no idea if I've got it right or not...would I need these spacers you guys are mentioning?

 

[mthillrunner]

I have a 2015 RAM 2500, says in the manual no chains up front. Chains in rear are ok. If pickup is stock & you used v bar chains & hit a bump hard I’d imagine the v bar’s would contact wheel wells. The more expensive issue is on the inside of the tire. It would take minimal slack to contact brake lines & other equipment. When I bought my pickup the dealership had a 1-2 year old pickup just like mine up on the rack. Owner had put chains on the front & done $$$ damage to the front end

 

[Pucky Freak]

I'm not tracking what you guys are saying about adequate clearance. I have a 2014 2500 ram, no lift. I'm thinking i would have enough clearance but no idea if I've got it right or not...would I need these spacers you guys are mentioning?

When the tires are turned (i.e. you turn the steering wheel), there is a clearance between the edge of the tire and the wheel well. These clearances can vary by vehicle and tire type, e.g. 1/2”, 2”, etc.

 

[silasd]

When the tires are turned (i.e. you turn the steering wheel), there is a clearance between the edge of the tire and the wheel well. These clearances can vary by vehicle and tire type, e.g. 1/2”, 2”, etc.

Ah, got it. Now I know what you all mean. Thanks.

 

[silasd]

I have a 2015 RAM 2500, says in the manual no chains up front. Chains in rear are ok. If pickup is stock & you used v bar chains & hit a bump hard I’d imagine the v bar’s would contact wheel wells. The more expensive issue is on the inside of the tire. It would take minimal slack to contact brake lines & other equipment. When I bought my pickup the dealership had a 1-2 year old pickup just like mine up on the rack. Owner had put chains on the front & done $$$ damage to the front end

Thanks. Good to know. I feel like I should pay you now for the money you just saved me!