Recommended Snow Tire Chain or Cables Options Compatible With 2017 Jeep Wrangler

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Snow cables for 2017 jeep wrangler? 225/75r 17 tires need cables not chains...

asked by: Bob J

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For your 2017 Jeep Wrangler with 225/75R17 tires, your manufacturer recommends in your owners manual to only use tire chains on the rear tires. Jeep recommends only using Class S rated chains on some tires, but it doesn't specify your tire size.

If you want cable style chains, then I recommend the Titan Chain Cable Snow Tire Chains - Ladder Pattern - Steel Rollers - 1 Pair # TC2019 along with the Titan Chain Multi-Arm Rubber Tire Chain Adjuster for Light Trucks # TCMA2 to keep them tight.

If you are open to using chains over cables, you will get better traction and you can still be Class S compatible. The Titan Chain Alloy Snow Tire Chains - Diamond Pattern - Square Link - 1 Pair # TC2323. These chains have the integrated tensioner and require a minimum clearance of 1.46 inches between the top of the tire tread and wheel well and at least 0.59 inch between the inner sidewall and the Jeep itself.

If you want the very best option that provides the best traction and has absolutely no impact on the inner clearances of your Jeep, I recommend the Konig Premium Self-Tensioning Snow Tire Chains # TH02230K77. These self-tensioning chains have integrated ice-breakers and have a patented design for the limited clearance vehicles to provide the best traction.

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expert reply by: Jason S

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Answer 1

Cable chains, like the Titan Chain Cable Tire Chains part #TC2019, do not have any type of tightening built into them so rubber adjusters are almost always needed. For adjusters I recommend the Glacier Multi-Arm, part #PW103. I like the design with…

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Answer 2

We have exactly what you need! For your 2018 Subaru Outback with 225/60-18 tires, I recommend the Glacier Cable Snow Tire Chains #PW1046. They use cables or "spring" style rollers that wrap around wire cross cables which provide…

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Answer 3

The Titan Chains #TC2019 and #TC1046 are very similar in design. The only real difference is the #TC2019 will fit a wider range of tire sizes. But if both will fit yours then you'll get the same results from both. The Titan Chain Multi-Arm…

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Although they are not required, we do recommend using Rubber Tire Chain Adjusters that come with the Titan Chain Diagonal Alloy Cable Snow Tire Chains #TC735DC to ensure a more snug fit. The same case is with the Titan Chain Cable Snow Tire Chains…

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Some newer cars, vans and small trucks, especially those with large, aftermarket tires, may require the use of Class S chains. Class S tire chains are designed for use on vehicles with restricted wheel well clearance. I have attached a photo that…

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Answer 6

I am far from an expert on snowmobiles but one would have to think such a large truck with the correct tires and chains would be able to make it through up to 2' of snow assuming you have clearance on the vehicle. In regards to the type of tire…

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For your 2016 RAM 2500 with tires sized 275/70-18 you can use the Titan Chain # TC3229CAM with twisted links and ladder design. The Twist-Link Snow Tire Chains are better for snow purposes than ice. Square-Link Chains like part #TC3229S work better…

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Answer 8

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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