I know I'll never use them, but I have to carry chains in California. I going to buy SCC Super Z 6 chains. My question is; Subaru recommends using chains on the front axle only. Does it make sense to have and use chains on all 4 wheels, or is 25 miles at 25 mph ok to have different tire diameters with the awd? 2012 Limited CVT. From what I can find, I should use SZ139. Does anyone actually have experience with this chain. I've seen reviews that say SCC's size charrts are
incorrect.
Joe
Joe
#1 - Front wheels ONLY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
25mph is probably too fast for all cars with chains!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
#2 DO NOT CHAIN UP ALL 4!!!
First off the road conditions that will force the Subaru to chain up will be so slick that any tire size difference caused by a cable which by the way - does not happen - is negated by the simple fact that the road surface is so slick that any tire with enough load on it to cause harm to the drive system will simply slide over the slick road surface anyway.
Due to the tight clearance on the Subaru I would never drive faster than 15-20mph and I would rubber strap the **** out of the cables to keep them as tight as possible.
NEVER!!!! Put cables on your subaru unless the chain monkey's actually stop you and tell you to chain up!
Yes good All season tires + the Subaru AWD system is that good and your safer without cables vs having them. Chains and cables pose a whole new set of risks to a vehicle especially with tight clearance and drivers who do not install them tight and drive too fast.