Recommended Chains for 275/60r20 Tires and Weight Distribution Hitch for 7000-lbs Enclosed Trailer

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I have a 2017 Ram 1500 with 275/60R 20 tires, pulling a 102” x 14’ inclosed trailer 7,000lbs 2 torsion axles Looking for snow chains, highway use from 5 miles to 105 miles, looking at the Titan TC2533 with TCMA1 adjusters if needed. Also looking for a good stabilizer tow setup - recommendations? Thanks

asked by: Jason W

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The Titan Chain # TC2533 will work well on your 2017 Ram 1500 with 275/60R20 tires, and the cam tightener # TCMA1 will definitely make getting connected much easier. These chains are low profile diamond pattern chains so they're not going to be as jarring during travel as ladder pattern chains, so they'll be great on the highway over long distances.

It also sounds like you're looking for a weight distribution system; you'll want to choose that based off of the loaded tongue weight of your trailer, which should be between 700-lbs and 1050-lbs depending on how it's loaded.

Based off of the specs you've mentioned I recommend using the Fastway e2 Weight Distribution w/ 2-Point Sway Control - Round - 2-5/16" Hitch Ball - 10K GTW # FA94-00-1061, which is designed for trailer tongue weights between 600-1000-lbs. The Fastway e2 offers 2 point sway control to help keep your trailer from swaying too much when being passed by semi-trucks or in heavy wind by using steel on steel friction. This system comes with a shank and 2-5/16" hitch ball included so it's going to have everything you need to get on the road right out of the box.

I've linked a review video of this system for you to check out, but it is a good choice at a nice price for your 14 foot enclosed trailer.

expert reply by: Erik B

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Answer 1

The wheel well clearance required to install the Konig Chains #TH01571265 on your 255/50-20 tires on your 2022 Volkswagen Atlas is 16mm. This measurement is the length between the interior sidewall of the tire to the closest component in your wheel…

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Answer 2

Chain wise the Thule XB16 part #TH01571265 and XD part #TH04805265 are the same. The difference is in the tensioning mechanism.The XB has a slightly easier to use setup that doesn't require as much setup. It's hard to describe but if you…

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Answer 3

The difference between the #TCMA1 and #TCMA2 is the size and type of vehicle that they're designed for. The #TCMA1 is designed for passenger vehicles with wheels between 13"-20", where the #TCMA2 is designed for light trucks and SUVs…

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For your 2022 BMW X5 I recommend the Titan Chain Alloy Snow Tire Chains #TC2324. These tire chains are confirmed to fit your vehicle's tires, have a maximum speed rating of 30 MPH, and, will provide excellent grip and stopping power on ice.

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Answer 5

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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Answer 6

I can certainly point you in the right direction. It is always a good move to go with exactly what your owners manual specifies. For that reason I recommend going with the Konig Tire Chains #TH01571265 for the 255/50R20 tires on your 2023 Honda…

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Answer 7

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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In most cases only a link or two extra is hanging which would be enough to swing and hit anything on your vehicle. If there were more links than that dangling Titan recommends removing them to prevent damage like you mentioned.

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Answer 9

For your 275/70R18 tires, I recommend the Titan Chain Alloy Snow Tire Chains - Diamond Pattern - Square Link - 1 Pair #TC2533. This is great quality chain that has built in adjusters. If you are concerned about internal clearances then you may want…

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Answer 10

I took a glance at your 2018 Ram 1500's owner's manual and it does state that tire chains should only be used on the truck if you have 26/70R17 tires, and even those should only Class S chains. So before getting chains at all you should know…

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Answer 11

For your 2020 Ram 2500 with 275/70-18 tire size it sounds like you are looking for something easier to install that's also good in icy conditions. For that I would go with the Konig tire chains part #KON44FR which would work perfectly for that.…

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Answer 12

The factory tire size I'm seeing for a 2018 Ram 2500 is 275/70R18 so you would need the Titan Chain Snow Tire Chains for Wide Base and Dual Tires #TC3229. These twist link chains are rated for both on-road and off-road use and come in a twist…

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