snow chains

[genenj]

after this last snow, thinking about chains for the rear of B2620, with loader and backhoe attachments. Tire clearance looks ok but do I need a wheel spacer kit? Anyone done this already?

 

[bearskinner]

Mi have a different tractor, but it would have been close on mine, so I added 1 1/2" rear spacers. Where the chains might have fit before without issue, now I know they have no problem, I have lots more room to get them put on, and the tractor feels better and much more stable, with the extra width.

 

[genenj]

thx for the reply, trying to KISS. Now looks like a $600 investment.

 

[BAP]

I have a B2920 and run tire chains without rear spacers. I have no problems with clearance.

 

[genenj]

I have a B2920 and run tire chains without rear spacers. I have no problems with clearance.

May I ask which chain pattern (ie. ladder, duo-grip, etc)

 

[aeronutt]

You might consider screw-in carbide studs if you want a cheaper option than chains and guaranteed clearance. I use them in the R1's on my Farmall and the tracks on my T190 and it really makes a difference on icy surfaces. They take less than 20 minutes to install with a cordless drill. Removal is similarly quick when you don't need them. They don't give as much traction as chains, but they are much better than bare rubber.

 

[genenj]

You might consider screw-in carbide studs if you want a cheaper option than chains and guaranteed clearance. I use them in the R1's on my Farmall and the tracks on my T190 and it really makes a difference on icy surfaces. They take less than 20 minutes to install with a cordless drill. Removal is similarly quick when you don't need them. They don't give as much traction as chains, but they are much better than bare rubber.

Thanks for the hints. My problem is packed snow more so than ice. The R4s and light weight tractor are a different adventure for me.

 

[olthumpa]

You might consider screw-in carbide studs if you want a cheaper option than chains and guaranteed clearance.

Where are you getting the studs from and how much apiece? Every place I have looked, they are a dollar or more apiece. For me, this puts them in the price range of new chains.

 

[D2Cat]

I was curious and looked on Ebay. Here"s some. There a many brands, lengths, materials.... you may look forever!

http://www.ebay.ca/itm/Kold-Kutter-...m20ee5c98e8:m:mZTwG_ocZIuRHRLGwbJsnPQ&vxp=mtr

 

[BAP]

May I ask which chain pattern (ie. ladder, duo-grip, etc)

I have 2 link ladder style chains that came from my dealer as part of the package when I bought the tractor. Here is a link to some similar on www.tirechains.com. Mine are like the picture 2nd from the left.
http://www.tirechain.com/33x12.5x15garden.htm

 

[OrangeLivin]

I know you have a B, but just for reference I bought a set of tirechains.com chains for my BX and they work just fine without spacers. Just need to make sure they're nice and tight on the outside and you'll have no issues IMO.

 

[Monzo]

I also am thinking about getting chains for the rear tires on my B2620 and from what I can gather here.....I will NOT need a Wheel Spacer kit ?

 

[genenj]

I also am thinking about getting chains for the rear tires on my B2620 and from what I can gather here.....I will NOT need a Wheel Spacer kit ?

if you have the BH65 backhoe and 12x16.5 R4s, the right rear clearance is very tight.

 

[Monzo]

if you have the BH65 backhoe and 12x16.5 R4s, the right rear clearance is very tight.

genenj, I do have 12 x 16.5 R4's but I do NOT have the BH65 backhoe on my B2620 just a rearblade....so I should be okay ?

 

[genenj]

genenj, I do have 12 x 16.5 R4's but I do NOT have the BH65 backhoe on my B2620 just a rearblade....so I should be okay ?

Been away from the computer for a while. Picture shows tight space between R4 and the BH65. Maybe an inch.