rooney3100 16 #1 Posted November 28, 2014 After snowblowing with my 1267 Wheelhorse yesterday I'm going to need chains because of the steeper grade I have in my driveway, but before I order a set I would like to ask any of you what's a good tire chain setup for my 23x8.50x12 tires? I have a new paved driveway and I would not want to scar it all up, is there a good setup for that? and where is a good place to purchase some chains? or does anyone have a used set I can buy...Thanks for any help...STEVE M Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
doc724 924 #2 Posted November 28, 2014 You are going to mark up your driveway with steel chains. There is no way around it. As soon as you spin the tires you will leave marks. Also, do not sealcoat your drive with latex sealer-it is very slippery. If you do, mix some play ground sand into the sealer before you apply it. Works wonders. As for chains, I have bought two sets from Tirechains.com. Get the two link heavy duty design. They are $50 per pair. Also get the spring tensioners for $10, they are better than bungee cords. Your total cost will be $70 or less (including shipping). You may have to adjust the length when they arrive, but instruction are included. There are cheaper ones, but I like the way these latch Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AMC RULES 36,941 #3 Posted November 28, 2014 I've read good reviews from the users of rubber tire chains. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Forest Road 594 #4 Posted November 28, 2014 Rubber chains work well. Depends on your definition of steep..... Certainly can't go wrong w 2 link X chains. Just have to accept that you will scar your driveway. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
oldredrider 2,547 #5 Posted November 29, 2014 Just got a set of rubber chains this week. Was tired of scarring up the driveway and having to reseal to cover the marks. And the wife made me! Here's where I got mine...and they are on sale now. http://www.rubbertirechains.com/index.php Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rooney3100 16 #6 Posted November 29, 2014 (edited) It sounds like the rubber chains are the way to go....Thanks everyone for the info.....I will probrably put in my order this weekend.. Here is a pic of my driveway slope and my 66 wheel horse, it worked well, but I need to put on my snowmobile suit and extend the shoot on the blower, it has plenty of power... I also have a 1995 Wheelhorse 416H with around 615 hours that has the 2 stage blower & Cab that I have not used yet, if this liitle guy (1267) works well I will sell the 416H & Attachments, the blower will need a new bearing and a small weld that I will fix, it's parked for the winter in my shed....STEVE M Edited November 29, 2014 by rooney3100 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wallfish 15,905 #7 Posted November 29, 2014 You got a bunch of driveway there! Get that 2 stage blower going, you won't be disappointed, love mine for that deep stuff. Put a snow/dozer blade on that 1267 and you'll be ready for almost any snow situation. Plow the small stuff because it's much faster and more fun! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sorekiwi 761 #8 Posted November 29, 2014 Plow the small stuff because it's much faster and more fun! and you dont get as cold! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rooney3100 16 #9 Posted November 29, 2014 (edited) I Have a plow for the 1966, but with the side areas around the sheds (Gravel) I need the blower unit, I like to throw the snow in the woods, we had around 10 inches by Thanksgiving morning and the 66 did good, if it had a taller shoot, that would make it nicer.... Edited November 29, 2014 by rooney3100 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BradyS 6 #10 Posted December 1, 2014 X4 on the rubbers! Cub Cadet 1200 Cub Cadet 109 Cub Cadet 149 Cub Cadet "O" Cub Cadet SO76 Plenty of attatchments to put them to work. Currently looking for an RJ35, if you know where I can find one let me know. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
