Are Snow Tire Chains And Cables Compatible With Radial Tires

Question:

Are these snow cables compatable with radial tires?

asked by: Steve

Expert Reply:

The Glacier V-Trac Cable Snow Tire Chains, part # PW1042, are compatible with radial tires. Snow chains or cables may cause cosmetic scuffing of tires when installed. This condition is unavoidable with certain tread types and designs. By design, most standard snow tire chains or cables must hang down (drape) the side wall of the tire in order to stay on the tire while being used. As a result, radial tires may also experience some minor scuffing of the tire side wall as a result of the flex inherent in the side walls of radial tires.

We have not had any complaints of snow tire chains or cables causing any physical or cosmetic damage to radial tires.

I am including a link to a FAQ page on information on snow tire chains.

expert reply by: Jeff D