Tire Chain Recommendations for a 2019 Chevrolet Tahoe

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Hey - Im going to Yellowstone from Nashville over Thanksgiving. I have a 2019 Tahoe 4x4 w Wrangler 265/65R18s on it. I have a bit of trouble getting up under the truck, so would appreciate some insight as to the best set of chains for this limited run. Thanks in advance

asked by: Buck M

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For your 2019 Chevrolet Tahoe with 265/65R18 tires, we have two great options for chains.

The first is the Pewag All Square Mud Service Snow Chains, part # PWE2439S. The chains are for on-road and off-road use to get you through a variety of terrains including mud, snow, and ice. The steel square links, made from nickel manganese alloy, are durable and rust-resistant. The connection is made by draping over the tire, then fastening under the truck. I've linked to a video review installation of these chains.

The second set of chains is the Konig Standard Snow Tire Chains, part # TH01571267. These chains are also for on and off-road use, and work great for snow and ice. These chains come complete with a rubber tensioner (unlike the Pewag above) and a mat. The connection is made with a tube that eliminates the need to lay on the ground. I've linked to a video installation of these chains as well.

Personally, I recommend the Pewag because of its capability of handling more terrains and its overall sturdier build. However, if the under-vehicle connection is not on option, the Konig is a great option that will really simplify that process for you.

Both of these come in a set of two, so if you want to cover all tires, you'll need to buy two sets.

expert reply by: Kef G

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Answer 1

I apologize for any confustion but the Konig Standard Snow Tire Chains for Commercial Vehicles, Motor Homes, Off-Road - XB16 - Size 267 #th01571267 that you referenced does for sure fit the tire size of 265/75-16 that you have. It's actually…

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Answer 2

I prefer diagonal cables/chains like the part #TC735DC as they give better traction when turning. The ladder style like part #TC3010 are a great option but they do better in a straight line to provide traction for accelerating and braking.

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Answer 3

I reached out to my contact at Titan Chain and he informed me that the inner cable on the Titan Chain Alloy Snow Tire Chain #TC2526 is 80". These chains are designed to fit truck tires listed below: 225/70-19.5 255/75-17 255/85-16 265/65-17…

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Answer 4

According to the owner's manual for your 2004 GMC Sierra, tire chains cannot be used on 265/75-16 tires due to clearance issues between the chains and vehicle components. However, we understand certain states and conditions require them by law…

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Answer 5

It sounds like you are covering most of the bases here. If all of the tires on your truck are 265/75R16 tires and the chains have the same number of side links and cross links and the side and cross links are the same size, then the only other things…

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Answer 6

The pewag Brenta-C 4X4 Snow Tire Chains #PWXMR82V that fit the 265/70-17 tires on your 2015 Toyota 4Runner are currently (February 2022) made in Austria but pewag has a manufacturing plant here in the US so I can see them bringing that production…

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Answer 7

When installing the Titan Chain Snow Tire Chains w/ Cams #TC2828CAM onto your 2006 Toyota Tundra the Titan Chain Multi-Arm Rubber Tire Chain Adjuster for Passenger Vehicles #TCMA1 will be the correct adjusters for you. You just attach the hooks to…

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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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