Tire Chains for a 2008 Toyota Tacoma with 265/70-16 Tires
Question:
I have a 2008 Toyota Tacoma double cab with new BF Goodrich All Terrain T/A KO2 tires, P265/70R16. They apparently are not the recommended tire size for my vehicle, but Im not able to change that at this point. I rarely need extra traction for just snow, but Im concerned about encountering more icy conditions and want to buy cables or chains. Apparently, Toyota says that I must use cables, not chains. Just a little more background: I previously owned a Subaru Outback and used SCC ShurGrip cables a few times on it when the conditions were really bad. The Tacoma does not have the grip that my Subaru had even in 4WD, which is also why I am considering buying some chains. I hit the ski slopes about 2 dozen times a year in New Mexico and Colorado and have encountered some bad conditions where I slipped some. Anyway, two questions. One, do you recommend cables or chains. Two, the TC2524, which is what Im looking at currently, says it fits P265/70R16 tires, but the All Terrain T/A KO2 tires have extra thick sidewalls. Is this still the right size for my tires? Thanks.
asked by: TJ M
Expert Reply:
I have a great solution for you. Since your 2008 Toyota Tacoma has larger than stock tires on it you will need a traction device that requires very, very little clearance. One option is a set of Snow Socks # TCH74. These are basically studded fabric covers that go over the tires (rear tires only on your truck). They meet DOT requirements in all 50 states. They will fit your tire size and other, larger sizes so the construction of your tires won't be an issue.
The other option is a set of chains that only mount to the outer sidewall and tread of the tires with no part of the chains on the inner sidewall. These are the K-Summit chains # TH02230K77. They cost more other chains but they are built to last a long time and they automatically center and tighten as you drive. This set also fits your size tires and larger so fit won't be an issue.
Be sure to also check the vehicle owner's manual for additional information on the use of chains.
Products Referenced in This Question
ISSE Classic Snow Socks - Size 74 - 1 Pair
- Tire Chains
- Tire Socks
- Fabric
- No Rim Protection
- Ice
- Light Snow
- On Road Only
- Manual
- Class S Compatible
- Drive On and Connect
- Titan Chain
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Konig K-Summit Tire Chains - Diamond Pattern - Square Link - Assisted Tensioning - 1 Pair
- Tire Chains
- Tire Chains
- Steel D-Link w Ice Spikes
- Rim Protection
- Deep Snow
- Ice
- On Road Only
- Automatic
- Class S Compatible
- Clamp Onto Tire
- Konig
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Titan Chain Tire Chains - Diamond Pattern - Square Link - Assisted Tensioning - 1 Pair
- Tire Chains
- Tire Chains
- Steel Square Link
- No Rim Protection
- Deep Snow
- On Road Only
- Assisted
- Not Class S Compatible
- Drape Over Tire - Make Connections
- Titan Chain
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