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Which chains are best?

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Whooper in N.S.

12-27-1999 18:48:05

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Have a '68 MF135 diesel with Multi-power (with a front end loader & 14.9-28 loaded rear tires ) and plan to use it to haul annually 5 - 10 cords of fire wood with a small trailer from my woodlot. Question: What type of chains are best for in-the-woods use including ice, snow and mud? Ring chains, ice chains, etc.? Any other traction suggestions? Also, any ideas where I can get a good deal on new or used chains (in N.S.)? Thanks for any help.

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B.C.

12-29-1999 06:03:31

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Re: Which chains are best? in reply to Whooper in N.S., 12-27-1999 18:48:05

I use cross-link chains on our MH50. My uncle used to use middle-ring type on his TO-30. This for snow plowing and work out in the fields, not going over logging trails and stumps.

For what you want I doubt that there would be a much of a measureable difference in traction between the two. Either will be a big step ahead of no chains.

I doubt if there would be much difference in the improvement to cut or puncture resistance over having no chains, although the ring type might be a little better reference the center of the tire. Bet they make you pay for it. I'd sure hate to deal with a flat back in the woods.

If there's anybody doing log skidders around there you might get their opinion on chain types. You might also consider welding a pipe nipple around your tire stems to protect them, as some of the loggers do on their skidders.

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Jack in NB

12-28-1999 11:01:48

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Re: Which chains are best? in reply to Whooper in N.S., 12-27-1999 18:48:05

Hi neighbour!

New chains will run $271 to $660 Cdn and up, per side, plus freight from Quebec.

A light set will give you useful extra traction; the ring chains are by far the best though.

You might be able to find an old set from Tim Taylor in Truro (902 883 2461), but we've found that you have to have a welder to keep them patched together.

Hope this helps; Happy New Year!

Jack Wetmore in Fredericton.

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rod

12-28-1999 12:23:59

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Re: Re: Which chains are best? in reply to Jack in NB, 12-28-1999 11:01:48

Hello fellow bluenoser well I have had ring chains which tear a big hole if spinning also have cross chains which are fairly comfortable if travelling any distance and a few guys here have the studded chains which are perfect I guess. Expect to pay a good price regardless try the Bargain Hunter newspaper for chains also the equipment trader both should be available at the your local corner store. I traded a set of ring chains for a blade recently and I valued the blade at 200.00.

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rod

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Whoooper

12-31-1999 11:41:43

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Re: Re: Re: Which chains are best? in reply to rod, 12-28-1999 12:23:59

Dear B.C., Jack & Rod;

I appreciate your various input. Thanks for your comments and have a gret 2000.

W.B.

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