Butch 194 #1 Posted September 30, 2011 I have my new rubber chains installed. Didn't go on as easy as the company's video showed. When driving the tractor back to it's barn the ride I got was terrible. I don't think being on snow would be that much different. It really shook hard everytime it ran over one of the rubber traction bars. I figure there might be a chance of a smoother ride if I run less tire pressure. So what do people run in their rear tires with chains for plowing? Thanks Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sparky-(Admin) 23,266 #2 Posted September 30, 2011 I dont run chains but I do air down the rears a bit for a "squishier" tire. I think it helps with traction. I dont do it all scientific like with an air gage, but rather let out what seems like the same amount on each rear tire and I'm off. Mike.......... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Butch 194 #3 Posted September 30, 2011 I dont run chains but I do air down the rears a bit for a "squishier" tire. I think it helps with traction. I dont do it all scientific like with an air gage, but rather let out what seems like the same amount on each rear tire and I'm off. Mike.......... Thanks Mike Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JimD 3,347 #4 Posted September 30, 2011 Butch, keep in mind that when you run chains the air pressure being up keeps the chains tight on the tire. If you deflate the tire the chains will loosen up and can come off, or unhooked. I am thinking of metal chain type, which is all I've used. And yes, the ride will be rough. You don't notice it so much when plowing, but after-wards you will. Can you post some pics of your rubber chains? Thanks. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Butch 194 #5 Posted September 30, 2011 Butch, keep in mind that when you run chains the air pressure being up keeps the chains tight on the tire. If you deflate the tire the chains will loosen up and can come off, or unhooked. I am thinking of metal chain type, which is all I've used. And yes, the ride will be rough. You don't notice it so much when plowing, but after-wards you will. Can you post some pics of your rubber chains? Thanks. Thanks Jim. I never thought of that. I believe they could come unhooked. It's getting late in the day to go take a photo. I'll take a photo tomorrow and post it on RS. They weren't cheap. $156 with shipping. They do look well made. Thanks again! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nylyon-(Admin) 7,962 #6 Posted September 30, 2011 I need to run chains because of the pitch of the driveway. You really need to keep the air up to keep the chains tight. Especially on my 416, if the chain gets too loose, it'll hit the trans filter. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
clintonnut 126 #7 Posted September 30, 2011 I always run my tractors 'round the season so that loaded down, the edge of the tread just touches the ground. With chains I still do this and then just put a bungy cord on the inside and outside of the chains in the shape of a square so the bungy holds the chain in 4 places. Charlie Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TT-(Moderator) 1,162 #8 Posted October 2, 2011 I have always used some sort of chain tighteners on everything from tractors to semi-trucks. (I can't see deflating 4 tires & airing them up again while chaining up along a highway ) As far as my Horses, I have the best results with 8 to 10 psi in the tires & tarp straps ("bungee cords") on the outside side chain. Here's a decent deal on "store-bought" tighteners: LINK. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
