Recommended Snow Tire Chain For 275/55/20 Tires On 2011 GMC Yukon

Question:

The owners manual says do not use chains due to clearance issues on my 2011 gmc yukon with 275/55/20 tires. What are my options

asked by: Scott

Expert Reply:

This is one of those areas that causes confusion, so you are not alone. I looked at your owners manual online and it doesn't give you any options other than not to use chains. A former coworker of mine named Mike refers to this scenario as "Reno's Law". The basic conflict is the manufacturer says not to use them and the law often requires them. This is where the law would need to trump the manufacturer's warranty that they are protecting.

My recommendation is to use the smallest snow chains (if you choose to use chains) also known as cable or spring chains to give you the most clearance. This makes you legal, gives you a little more traction, and will give you the smaller chains requiring the least amount of inside clearance. For your application, I suggest the Glacier Cable Snow Tire Chains - 1 Pair # PW2028C for the least interference along with the # PW105 adjusters. For better traction, the Titan Chain Alloy Snow Tire Chains - Diamond Pattern - Square Link - 1 Pair # TC2327 are a better option but will require just a little more clearance. Both of these chains meet the Class S requirements.

expert reply by: Jason S