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Dec 17, 2008 | 07:46 AM

#11

james90755

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Originally Posted by Augie

I think they are trying to avoid body damage. If you are required to use chains, then you don't have a choice! Regardless of model, all the JK's are capable, but law is what will rule here.

Take a look at the interior clearance between frame and suspension components.... my X with stock 255/75/r17 is a problem with chains I believe...

Dec 17, 2008 | 07:55 AM

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medbender

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From: calif. high desert

anyone have suggestions on where to get chains in so cal/ high desert. its nice to have them on hand.

Dec 17, 2008 | 08:46 AM

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EHarris

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From: HB, So Cal

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Originally Posted by medbender

anyone have suggestions on where to get chains in so cal/ high desert. its nice to have them on hand.

I got mine at Pep Boys for $99

Dec 17, 2008 | 10:31 AM

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medbender

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From: calif. high desert

how big are your tires?

Dec 17, 2008 | 10:34 AM

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james90755

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From: Signal Hill, CA

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Originally Posted by james90755

Take a look at the interior clearance between frame and suspension components.... my X with stock 255/75/r17 is a problem with chains I believe...

Opps... actually meant check the gap between the wheel/tire and the suspension components.... not much room... with any slop in a chain on the tire... I imagine it could bind up and make a big mess.

another good reason to reduce backspacing some....

Dec 17, 2008 | 10:35 AM

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EHarris

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I am running the Stock Sahara wheel/tires.

P255/70/r18

Dec 17, 2008 | 02:07 PM

#17

dustjunkie

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Hah, this cracks me up... I lived most of my life in Alaska, but never owned chains... now I live in SoCal, and have chains... Not cause I need them mind you... laws

Dec 17, 2008 | 02:22 PM

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gryph0n

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I find it to be very amusing as well. I haven't purchased any yet, but will be. I have lived in and around winter snow most of my life, and never even considered using chains, oh well, when in ... Cali...