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*Chains are refundable. Please be sure to read our returns policy. With any tire chains retailer, fitment for the indicated tire sizes is likely, but not always a match. This is due to occasional differences between how tire manufacturers measure the dimensions of their tires. Accordingly, the nominal sizes they designate on their sidewalls may be the same across manufacturers, but for tires that are significantly different in actual size.
Overview
These most popular and easy-to-install truck tire chains are made for 4WD, 2WD and AWD pickups, SUVs and vans. Proven in the field by truck "gearheads," driving professionals and trainers such as Bill Burke, Overland Journal and Viking Offroad, these German-engineered chains are respected by people in the know as a superior choice. The details of why these chains are a better choice can be read by clicking the text expansion link at the bottom: "RUD GRIP 4X4 TIRE CHAINS INFO."
Value: Excellent Chains for a Great Price
Check the buzz in online forums. Do a Google search for "best 4x4 tire chains" and you will find RUD chains mentioned among the best. Notice, however, the large price difference you'll find between RUD chains and the other "best chains." Here at Chain STOP you're getting chains of equal or better value than those you'll see hyped up on top 10 lists that "cozy up" to Amazon and high-priced retailers. While of equal or better value, our chains are consistently priced at a fraction of the others, especially when you purchase two or more pairs. The chains we sell are priced relatively low, but they are high-quality German-engineered chains NOT to be confused with the very cheap imitations that will break after a few uses.
Put the Word Out
Get the chains and once you see the quality, service and value you received, don't leave your family and friends "in the cold"....put the word out that Chain STOP offers the real deal at an excellent price.
Purchasing Details
Above, there are several options required to select to complete your purchase. One of these options is your choice of promotional offers for discounts when you purchase tire chain accessories with your tire chains. The kits include accessories recommended for corresponding quantities of pairs of chains (e.g., recommended you buy kit 1 for 1 pair of tire chains, kit 2 for 2 pairs, etc.). Below, please see the brief explanation for each option. If you have any questions, please call us at 515-897-1789 or e-mail us at cs@chainstop.com.
Tire Size
Select your tire size. If you do not see your tire size in the drop-down list, please click ChainSTOP.com's Contact Us link and ask whether we have your chain size available.
Bulk Pricing
One pair of Grip 4x4 chains retails at $153.49. Get $35 OFF your purchase of each pair when you buy two pairs or more.
Promotion
Get an additional discount when you opt to add a tire chain accessories kit with your purchase of each pair of tire chains. Select "Kit" to get this additional promotional offer. The chart below shows what's included in the promotion and its respective pricing for each tire chain accessory in the kit.
NOTE: Kit includes the following items in the quantities shown in the chart above.
Kit Item #1: Shoe Chains with Ruck Sack (Bergsteiger)
If you've ever tried walking on packed snow or icy ground, you know it can be a little difficult and sometimes even dangerous. RUD's Bergsteiger shoe chains are Chain STOP's top choice for outdoor shoe traction. Whether on snow or ice, these bad boys will give you a whole lot of grip!
Kit Item #2: Replacement Tensioning Hooks
The Grip 4x4s are strong, but in the uncommon instance that the rubber on a hook snaps, extra tensioning hooks are an inexpensive backup to have.
Kit Item #3: Repair Links
Repair links also serve as backup in the uncommon instances of a chain link breaking or when you simply need to tighten chains that are a little big.
Shoe Size 1 & Shoe Size 2
The "Shoe Size" options are ONLY FOR KITS. If you only want to buy snow chains, simply select "None" in the shoe size drop-down menus. If you indicate a shoe size when you have not indicated that you want one of the kits, you will only receive tire chains.
Quantity
Your selection of a quantity of 1 means you are buying 1 of the promotional option that you selected. Your selection of a quantity of 2 means you are buying 2 of the promotional option you selected. Etc.
If you want 2 pairs of chains, but only 1 kit, simply select a quantity of 1 pair of the tire chain size that fits your tire, then select 1 kit and indicate shoe sizes for your shoe chains. Then, add to cart. Next, click the "continue shopping" link. This will enable you to return to the product page to select and add to cart your 2nd pair of tire chains without having to buy a 2nd kit.
IMPORTANT SIDE NOTE: If your purchase is for a 4-wheel drive or all wheel drive vehicle, professional driving trainers (e.g., Bill Burke and Harald Pietschmann) strongly recommend the use of chains on all four tires. If you end up buying only one pair for a 4-wheel drive anyway, then consider strategic placement as described in detail by Harald Pietschmann. If you buy one pair for a 2-wheel drive, then put your chains on the tires that are on the drive axle.
When you reach checkout, please know that the shipping and handling price reflects the relatively heavy weight of the package(s).
Fitment Note
Before purchasing tire chains, please be sure to check with your vehicle manufacturer/owner's manual as to whether your vehicle can have tire chains installed and if so, what the clearance requirements are. This will help you avoid damaging your vehicle.
NOTE Re. Off Road Application
While these are labeled "Grip 4x4" chains, please know that care must be taken to not push the chains' limits. RUD states, "Chains are designed to aid in traction on snow and ice. They are not designed for mud, logs, or rocks, which could damage the snow chain. Please apply common sense."
Chain STOP takes this to mean that driving on snow-covered "off road" trails where logs and rocks may be concealed could put your chains at risk of breaking and subsequently damaging other parts of your vehicle. While these chains are stronger and offer better traction than the average chains, please exercise great care to not drive over objects that can break your chains.
Additional Limitation for Chain Application
These chains are designed to sustain the GVWR indicated by vehicle manufacturers of average SUVs and pickups, not those that are in the heavier ranges. Improper uses (i.e., weight and terrain extremes) that push the resistance limits of these chains are likely to break them and could consequently result in damage to your vehicle and other dangerous consequences like a road collision/accident. Please exercise great caution and use them with care.
Refunds
Rest assured that, unlike brick and mortar stores, we DO accept returns if your tire chains do not fit. If your chains are a little to big, one option may be to try RUD's instructions for shortening the chains with repair links. Alternatively, we can give you a full refund on the price you paid for the chains. Please read our complete refund policy before purchasing.
Fitment Exceptions
In an effort to reduce your hassle of having to return chains that do not fit your tires as expected, we are beginning to list tires with respective tire sizes and tire chain sizes that do not fit. Please check below to see if we have identified tires that are larger or smaller than expected:
Chain Size | Tire Brand | Model | Size | Problem | Solution |
2532 | Goodyear | Wrangler All-Terrain Adventure | 275/70R18 | Tires too large (chains too small) | Exchange for 2533 |
2532 | Michelin | LTX AT2 | 275/65R20 | Tires too large (chains too small) | Exchange for 2533 |
2532 | Michelin | LTX AT2 | 275/70R18 | Tires too large (chains too small) | Exchange for 2533 |
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Posted by Marvin on 3rd Jan 2014
Every year, when snow hits, we have to drive through it...really cautiously. We still drive extremely carefully with good chains. But we've decreased the chances of something going wrong on the road because we've gotten rid of the older chains we had that had finally see their day come. Too thin and weak, they finally broke. So I invested in the Grip 4x4s and see the difference in traction. They're worlds apart.
Posted by David H. on 2nd Jan 2014
....Always be prepared!!! Something I swear by and live by. The Grips are loaded with great features that made me get them. Even though I hardly drive in the snow, I'd rather have a great set that'll be easy to use and last for a long time, than to have junk that won't come through when I need it. I haven't used these yet, but may need to at some point. When the occasion presents itself, it's reassuring to know I've got something that's tried and true.
Posted by Emmanuel on 1st Jan 2014
Two statements here of equal truth and emphasis that you'll get if you've had experience with either:
1. It snows here in Minnesota.
2. The Grip 4x4 Tire chains are good.
For the traction, simplicity, durability and looks...I like them.
Posted by Jerry on 1st Jan 2014
I had a ladder style of chains...the kind that feel bumpy when you ride because that kind of chains is continuously in contact with the ground/road. It's on the road, off the road, on the road, off, etc. Those ladder style chains are really annoying because they make your ride feel bumpy.
These are not like that. much smoother, and I'm that much less annoyed now because of it. Whoever designed this was brilliant!
Posted by Petro on 30th Dec 2013
Before the snow chains: slippin' and slidin' on ice.
After the snow chains: stickin' to the road like it was clawing a set of nails into the ground.
Not sure how these compare to other chains, but how they compare to just regular tires is like night and day.
Posted by Amy on 30th Dec 2013
I've never bought chains before, but I'm not new to online shopping and researching my choices before making a purchase. I'm comfortable with my recent purchase of the Grips because of all the features I read about them online. My experience has been consistent with what I've read. The chains seem well-constructed, and when I measured the chain link thickness, they were 4.5mm like they described here at chainstop. Took like 10 minutes for me to figure out how to untangle the chains and put them on when I pulled them out of the box, but after that, it only took me 5 the two minutes, so they're pretty fast.
For me, the two biggest features were speed of installation and durability. I want it to be a very long time before I have to come back and buy more chains. Quite a few people online have mentioned having had these for a few years with no problems.
Plus, the whole shopping experience with Chain Stop and Alvin was great! Very fast about getting back to me, and considerate in answering my questions. Was not all about pushing their product, just more about helping me get what I needed, even though some of the conversation started going down the path of finding chains at other stores! I'm not sure if that's bad salesmanship or just a really good guy that's genuinely looking out for his customers. I sensed it was the latter.
Shipping was fast, the chains came in a USPS Large Flat Rate Box. Alvin explained that other sellers of these chains might try jamming the chains into a smaller-sized box (Medium Flat Rate maybe?) to draw down shipping costs per box by $5 to $9 or whatever. Not the best idea because that puts unnecessary strain on the steel cable for for this particular chain model. When you put strain on a steel cable by bending it too much in one direction, that can weaken the breaking strength of that cable. That's why Chain Stop recommends at minimum a Large Flat Rate Box. Keeps the chains from being bent too much while still enabling them to ship at a price less expensive than by UPS. Once he explained how it works, I wasn't as "bent out of shape" about the shipping price. The fact that he carefully took the time to explain it and make sure I was taken care of...that's sadly not something I'm used to anymore. Where did these guys come from?! It's almost a sad statement that I'd be surprised at this quality of customer service.
My order was processed and shipped that same morning that I spoke with Alvin. He didn't guarantee it would happen because apparently the USPS picks up real early at where these chains drop ship from. But he delivered more than he promised in the way of a delivery timeframe, and I appreciated that a lot. Someone that takes his time to interact with his customers is truly deserving of my time and effort to let other people know how much this place rocks!!
The chains fit great. I drove on them a little bit in the last snow storm, and fared just fine. Just like it should be.
Posted by Grant on 30th Dec 2013
There's a whole slew of tire chains out there to choose from. It can get confusing. At the end of it, I decided on these because so many positive reviews and talk in online forums. For me, selecting a product is all about reputation and performance history. These tire chains fit the bill as well as they fit my truck's tires...perfectly.
Posted by Will on 29th Dec 2013
I've driven with these chains on for about 4 year now every winter, taking care of course to not abuse them and store them properly. I dunk them in a bucket of water and sometimes afther they've dried, I spray them with WD40.
They're still in great shape. These are good chains.