Recommended Tire Chains for Use on 2007 Ford F-350 Super Duty  

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We offer tire chains for all four of the stock tire sizes available on your 2007 Ford F-350 Super Duty pickup. The linked page will let you select your tire size to then see the chains that work with that size. I also linked a helpful article that includes excellent general background information about tire chains.

In general, the best traction will come from using chains on all four tires - presuming that Ford says this is okay on your truck with its particular tire size. Chains on all four tires means better traction, not just for accelerating, but also for braking and steering performance. The auto makers gets to have the final word on the use of chains. Some vehicle may be able to use chains only on one axle or the other; other vehicles may only be able to use chains if one particular tire size is installed. Your vehicle owner's manual should be checked to see what Ford says about using chains on your truck. I found an online edition of the manual that states on page 153 that low-profile S Class chains can be used on both axles (the front can use chains so long as the wheel size is not larger than 19-inches).

I recommend that you select chains that include advanced features like automatic tension control and automatic alignment. This type of chain, such as the Thule XG12 # TH01594267 that fits tire size 265/70-17, will be easier to install than many. You can use the filters on the page to select whether you need chains for on- or off-road use.

Please feel free to tell me your tire size and planned chain use and I will be glad to then offer specific recommendations.

expert reply by: Adam R

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