Will Tire Cables Or Tire Chains Work Better For A 2011 Chevy Tahoe
Question:
What is better, chains or cables
asked by: Nick K
Expert Reply:
When looking for the better quality, durability, and function, chains, like the Titan Chain Alloy Snow Tire Chains # TC2327, will be the better option. These have a diamond style pattern that will allow for better traction than a standard ladder style cable set, like the Glacier Cable Snow Tire Chains # PW2028C.
Another plus for the # TC2327 chains is there is no need for a rubber adjusted to keep tension on the chains as this is a built in feature. The # PW2028C cables will need to the Tire Chain Adjuster for Light Trucks # TCMA2 added on to make sure they do not come loose and whip around while in use.
As you have probably guessed, I very much prefer chains. However, chains will be more expensive than cables and cables are definitely useable, but I lean towards the chains for their durability and better traction.
Products Referenced in This Question
Titan Chain Snow Tire Chains - Diamond Pattern - Square Link - Assisted Tensioning - 1 Pair
- Tire Chains
- Tire Chains
- Steel Square Link
- No Rim Protection
- Deep Snow
- On Road Only
- Assisted
- Class S Compatible
- Drape Over Tire - Make Connections
- Titan Chain
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Titan Chain Multi-Arm Rubber Tire Chain Adjuster for Light Trucks - 1 Pair
- Accessories and Parts
- Tire Chains
- Adjusters
- Titan Chain
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Glacier Cable Tire Chains - Ladder Pattern - Roller Links - Manual Tensioning - 1 Pair
- Tire Chains
- Tire Cables
- Steel Rollers Over Steel
- No Rim Protection
- Light Snow
- On Road Only
- Manual
- Class S Compatible
- Drive On and Connect
- Glacier
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