2011 GMC Acadia - All Wheel Drive Snow Chain Recommendation P255/60R19

Question:

I need tire chains and in looking at your previous answer, I see that you recommended PW2028C and PW 99 Tensioners. Is this appropriate for an all wheel drive vehicle and do I need two sets? Please advise at your earliest convenience.

asked by: Nella

Expert Reply:

For an all wheel drive vehicle it is preferred to use chains on all 4 wheels. That will give you the best possible traction for acceleration, braking and turning.

If only one set of chains is used it's best to put them on the main drive wheels of the vehicle. Whichever axle supplies more of the power for the vehicle would be the one to use. You can also find in the owners manual which axle(s) to put chains on as well as any restrictions on chain use.

For the P255/60R19 tires you have on your 2011 GMC Acadia the cables part # PW2028C that you referenced have been confirmed as a fit and would work well. I would actually recommend the adjusters part # PW105 though as they seem to work better than the PW99.

expert reply by: Jameson C