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 Post subject: Need snow chains for FWD Taurus X Limited 225/60/18
PostPosted: Mon Nov 23, 2009 5:17 pm 
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Hi, Any recommendation on snow chains for FWD Taurus X Limited 225/60/18 ?

I tried SCC Super Z6, part SZ429, but they don't fit, the inner link hits the strut.

What about snobootz or spider-spikes? Much more expensive than SCC.

Thanks for any suggestions (that you know firsthand that really fit/work).

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 Post subject: Re: Need snow chains for FWD Taurus X Limited 225/60/18
PostPosted: Tue Nov 24, 2009 8:26 am 
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From the 2008 Taurus X owners manual.

Looks like you're going to need some 17" rims if you really want the chains. Aggressive snow tires wont do?

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 Post subject: Re: Need snow chains for FWD Taurus X Limited 225/60/18
PostPosted: Sun Nov 29, 2009 10:05 am 
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I understand that this response is not exactly relevant . . .

My car has AWD and in three Minnesota winters I have not been stuck.


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 Post subject: Re: Need snow chains for FWD Taurus X Limited 225/60/18
PostPosted: Sun Nov 29, 2009 11:09 am 
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Minnesota does not allow chains/studs on tires on public roads unless there is significant snow/ice buildup.

Some states, such as Colorado, require that you have chains available to cross some of the mountain passes. And if it is snowing they will stop everyone and require you to 'chain up' or turn around and go back.

I would check with your local or state law enforcement to see if the SnoBootz would qualify as 'chains' in your state. No use spending the money if they won't let you through with them on.

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