Everclear Posted October 20, 2008 Share Posted October 20, 2008 I have an Articat 400 4x4. During early season on glare iceI experience traction problems and steering problems. Thinking about getting tire chains. Would there be any problems putting them on the front tires to help with the steering or should I keep them on the rear only? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MNice Posted October 20, 2008 Share Posted October 20, 2008 I use sheet metal screws in the lugs of my tires, works great. 2x4 polaris gets me arond real nice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snowfighter Posted October 20, 2008 Share Posted October 20, 2008 I shortened up a set of 15 inch car tire chains worked like a charm and alot cheaper then buying ATV chains. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mozy Posted October 20, 2008 Share Posted October 20, 2008 I tried sheet metal screws, but the only lasted a couple weeks before most of them wore off. I didn't use grade 8's, but I might try them this year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Everclear Posted October 22, 2008 Author Share Posted October 22, 2008 My question was more mechanical... Is there any reason why I shouldn't put them on the front vs. the back?. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
croixflats Posted October 22, 2008 Share Posted October 22, 2008 You can put them on the front with no problems I would think. The reason for the back is there is more weight and downward pressure on them for more effectiveness. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScoutII Posted October 22, 2008 Share Posted October 22, 2008 If you use the machine for ice fishing and just around the yard, put all 4 on. We run an Arctic cat with all 4 on, when the snow gets deeper you won't regret it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fishnhooks Posted October 22, 2008 Share Posted October 22, 2008 I run all 4 on my Sportsman. I like being able to steer better."hooks" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dozer Posted October 22, 2008 Share Posted October 22, 2008 The only problem with them on the front only is the back end will come around on you all the time. I dont think you would run into any mechanical problems on the front though. Try it both ways and see which you like best. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ewirz Posted October 23, 2008 Share Posted October 23, 2008 For what its worth....I was told by a dealer (Polaris) that I shouldn't put chains on only the front, either rear or all 4. I guess it has to do with how the 4x4 engages and if they are only on the front tires, it puts a lot of stress on the axels and u joints. Thats for a Polaris sportsman. Not sure if it applies to other brands or if he was just trying to get me to buy another set of chains....ERW Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
luv2fish Posted October 23, 2008 Share Posted October 23, 2008 This will be my 2nd year with the 4-wheeler on ice. I did not use it alot last year, but also had no problems. What would you expect to pay for a set of chains? Any good places to go pick them up?Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bonehead99 Posted October 24, 2008 Share Posted October 24, 2008 Bought some at Gander last year for about $35 a set. They worked well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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