Date:         Sun, 27 Nov 2016 13:03:48 -0800
Reply-To:     David McNeely <davmcneely40@GMAIL.COM>
Sender:       Vanagon Mailing List <vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com>
From:         David McNeely <davmcneely40@GMAIL.COM>
Subject:      another chain question
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My 1991 Volkswagen Vanagon GL Campmobile is the only rear wheel drive
vehicle I have had in a very long time.  I have never used chains on it,
but I am taking a trip in it this winter and of course want to be
prepared.  So, I bought a set of chains from Les Schwab.  They are branded
"Quick-Fit."  I will be practicing installing them this afternoon.

Back in the day, we used chains only on the rear.  I have read some
recommendations that even with rear wheel drive, chains should be installed
on all four tires.  Les Schwabb clerk told me rear wheel only., but that in
extreme conditions (where else would I use chains?) perhaps all four.

What does the list experience say about the camper?  These small link,
diamond pattern chains with supposedly easy to install set up are pretty
expensive, and if the second pair is not needed unless I'm trying to climb
a real back country road in snow and ice (I'm not going to do that), then
I'd rather not buy the second set.

mcneely