SCC SC1040 Radial Chain Cable Traction Tire Chain - Set of 2, Silver

these tire chains were good. As long as you get the correct size for the tire you have, they were a good fit for my tires. They could be put on without gloves, but if it is cold outside and snowing, you might want some gloves to put them on just because your hands might get cold. They were also easy to remove. You put them on pretty much like all chains ... lay them flat on the ground, driver your car over them, and wrap them around the tire and clip in place. When I used them, then did not come off when driving in the snow. good value for the money.

I would recommend. I only had winter tires in the rear tires and cheap all seasons in the front tires and was loosing traction so I put these chains on the front wheels and I would say its amazing how good chains work. It is loud on parts of the road not covered in snow. Use only when road is covered in snow since It is meant for snow traction because the noise is much worse . I drove for a couple hours on the highway that covered in snow without loosing traction. I don't know how long these lasts. It's easy to put on if you know what you're doing.

I have used cable chains for years carrying mail in the rural mountains in wv. Do not use tensioners. The Chains will break after some time but as my route is spread out I am forced to drive on stretchs of cleared pavement. That does the damage to them. I buy new set every couple of years but I use mine more then most people would. There is easier sets to put on but cost more. Try to put them on in daylight and before a snow storm and get it down hand. Don’t you don’t want to be trying to put them on the first time in 10 degrees and snow storm.

Reliable Winter Grip for Peace of Mind After getting more time with these radial cable traction chains, I can say they’ve really proven themselves. The steel cable design with alloy rollers gives good bite on icy patches and hard-packed snow without the heavy feel of old-school link chains. They’re also easier to handle—lighter, less bulky, and quicker to put on. The first time takes a little patience, but once I figured out the routine, I was able to get them on in just a few minutes per tire. What I really appreciate is how smoothly they ride. There’s far less noise and vibration compared to traditional chains, which makes driving less stressful. They also tuck neatly into the included storage bag, so I can keep them in the trunk year-round without sacrificing much space. They’ve held up well after repeated use, with no fraying or broken rollers so far. A couple of things to keep in mind: they are best suited for passenger vehicles and lighter SUVs—not heavy trucks or very large tires. They’re meant for temporary use only, so it’s important to remove them once back on clear pavement to avoid wear on both the chains and the tires. Also, checking clearance is essential—on vehicles with tight wheel wells, these may fit better than standard chains, but you still want to double-check compatibility. Bottom line: A dependable, compact traction solution that installs with relative ease, rides smoother than traditional chains, and gives real peace of mind when driving in snow and ice. I’m glad to have them tucked away in my trunk for winter.

There was another review saying that the chains/cords did not fit their M3, but I decided to take a chance anyway. My car's tire size is 235/45 R18 and, while the cords had to be tightened all the way, they did fit and performed well during this last snow storm. I was able to easily go through several inches of snow with no handling problems and even climb a fairly steep hill near my home without difficulty. Installation is a bit tricky and I wouldn't advise doing it in the snow, but I found that once I got the cords over the tire and the front tightened all the way and the inside hanging on by the first tab, if I drove forward about a foot, I could more easily reach the inside fastener from the back and tighten it the rest of the way.

Yes, I went a little bit cheap on getting myself a set of chains for my trip to Big Bear Mountains (CA) that has just ended today. The chain seemed too good to be true. It was affordable compared to many other snow chains out there that costs $8-90 or even in mid $100's. The installation video also seemed fair enough for me to try on my own. Despite some negative comments I had read, I decided to give it a try. On the day of my trip up to the Big Bear Mountains (12/26/2019), we faced the following problems. 1. The installation was not as easy as it was described. To be more accurate with my review, I drive a 5-series BMW which is a rear-wheel drive, so I had to place my chains in the rear wheels, which does not rotate left or right, unlike the front wheels. Even considering this added difficulty, the installation process not easy. the securing wires that go inside the car were extremely difficult to reach and hard to tighten. 2. The yellow securing clip was not secure enough. It popped the wire out in the middle of the driving and ended up scratching my car because of hanging chain wire. 3. The chain itself is not tight enough after securing it to the inner-most holding of the wire. The wheels kept sliding without a grip and the car would not move because the chain is not tight enough. I had to purchase an extra set of chain tighteners ON SPOT at the chain check-point for another $20 to actually get the car rolling. It was only after I put on the extra set of chain tighteners that the car started rolling. 4. Last, but not least, this set of chains BROKE APART after the first use. This is the first and the last trip that this chain lasted. I had to replace the chains because it was broken during its use (note: I never touched the chains after installation until this point. Who does?). To think about the chain breaking after the first use raises concerns for its sturdiness and reliability. I feel like my money has been wasted on a poorly made product.

Wow worked great got me during a snow storm

I wish the compatible charts for different sizes of tire should be prominent and displayed clearly. Compact size and good pricing but if the product page provides too complicated chart, it's hard for the customers to determine if this will fit to the tire or not.