acidrane-teh jeweler

taking a trip to big bear for new years and im wondering if they'll make me use chains. im running the pirelli nero m&s in 235/40/18 and im quattro. will chains/cables fit? will it be necessary?

Gary@Tirerack.com

Sorry, I have no idea on this one. Any other members know?

jprice@CPS

... However, with 235 width on a B5, I think clearance of your uppers might be an issue?

acidrane-teh jeweler

my car never came with one

jprice@CPS

I don't think it's enough to safely run chains or cables with 235 width tires. I'll take a look at my manual when I get home to find that part.. I'll post it here.

acidrane-teh jeweler

thanx, ill go and check the clearance too...

jprice@CPS

Looks like while it's possible, they say not to do it on stock wheel/tire sizes. I"m guessing you need to run a narrower tire to do chains... to keep them away from suspension components, etc.

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jprice@CPS

I think the answer is get good snow tires :-)

acidrane-teh jeweler

i doubt that ill have to use it.

jprice@CPS

you'll probably be fine with the pirellis. You could swap wheels/tires with a friend temporarily if you know of one locally that has a winter setup. That's probably what I'd do to be on the safe side.