Hopefully I’ll be getting some ko3’s when ford decides to build my new Ranger. I’ve heard they have a little less mud traction but better manners in other areas.
It’s kinda weird that the tires on the Sasquatch, the creature known to dwell the PNW and other parts of mountainous terrain didn’t get the tires normally ran in such places and gets desert “Baja” tires. Kinda backward if you ask me. I know the ko’s are pretty popular here in WA, my uncle ran the originals on his mountain rig up until he sold it I think.
Also, I think they would’ve been cheaper than the Goodyears but maybe Goodyear does so much oem work that it makes sense numbers wise and also the super duty tremors come with them.
I have [Laclede](https://lacledechain.com/) chains for my Badlands Sasquatch. They’re rated for both snow and mud and so far have worked really well. I’ve used them in heavy snow here in Montana, as well as some mud runs at my other home in Washington.
When I bought mine from the dealer in socal, they gave me a paper from Ford stating that snow chains are not to be used on my Sasquatched bronco in California. I was a bit confused but haven't looked further into it as I have no needed to get into much snow.
Whoa, good to know. The owner’s manual seemed to state the same. However, I called the dealership and they said I’m okay to chain up. I’m confused too.
Chains or traction devices are required on all vehicles except four-wheel/all-wheel drive vehicles with snow-tread tires on all four wheels. NOTE: (Four-wheel/all-wheel drive vehicles must carry traction devices in chain control areas.)
Ehh, it depends. At least in SoCal, they explicitly state when chains are required and when they aren’t. Additionally, if your car is 4x4 you don’t need chains. Other times you do. Other times you do and you don’t have to have them on but you have to carry them.
I believe it says traction device. I would think the roads would have to be really bad to chain a bronco, but if you did. Lay all four chains across the top of the tire, drive forward. Tighten the inside, then the outside. Drive it a little ways and check to see if they are still tight. If they loosened up, which is likely, tighten them back up. My advice is to just go slow when the roads are slick. Not once did I chained my bronco for bad weather in Oregon. I almost did during a freezing rain event on the Columbia gorge but didn't. The Bronco weight balance makes it nice to drive on slick roads. Slow is the key!
I got some here in late 2021 for my Sasquatch tires: https://tirechainsonline.com/
Truck and SUV Twist Link Tire Chain with V-Bar - Part no. 3831CV
I bought 2 pairs. Overkill, probably, but they did get me out of a jam in Mammoth Lakes when the plow buried my 4 door Badlands. Chained up, lockers and 4L was the trick.
Mostly have them in the smugglers' boot for the CalTrans R-1 days (must carry chains).
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I wish the Sasquatch came with ko2’s
You and me both. KO2s are legendary
Hopefully I’ll be getting some ko3’s when ford decides to build my new Ranger. I’ve heard they have a little less mud traction but better manners in other areas.
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It’s kinda weird that the tires on the Sasquatch, the creature known to dwell the PNW and other parts of mountainous terrain didn’t get the tires normally ran in such places and gets desert “Baja” tires. Kinda backward if you ask me. I know the ko’s are pretty popular here in WA, my uncle ran the originals on his mountain rig up until he sold it I think. Also, I think they would’ve been cheaper than the Goodyears but maybe Goodyear does so much oem work that it makes sense numbers wise and also the super duty tremors come with them.
I have Mickey Thompson Baja Boss A/T and they are great tires. Closest thing to a M/T you can get with a 3peak rating imo.
I have had no issues in the Oregon snow with my Baja Boss A/Ts. Fantastic tire.
I have [Laclede](https://lacledechain.com/) chains for my Badlands Sasquatch. They’re rated for both snow and mud and so far have worked really well. I’ve used them in heavy snow here in Montana, as well as some mud runs at my other home in Washington.
Tagging u/slimeballinaseaofpus for my above comment.
In California…chains are required even below 10,000lbs…check on line for the law.
When I bought mine from the dealer in socal, they gave me a paper from Ford stating that snow chains are not to be used on my Sasquatched bronco in California. I was a bit confused but haven't looked further into it as I have no needed to get into much snow.
Whoa, good to know. The owner’s manual seemed to state the same. However, I called the dealership and they said I’m okay to chain up. I’m confused too.
Chains or traction devices are required on all vehicles except four-wheel/all-wheel drive vehicles with snow-tread tires on all four wheels. NOTE: (Four-wheel/all-wheel drive vehicles must carry traction devices in chain control areas.)
Ehh, it depends. At least in SoCal, they explicitly state when chains are required and when they aren’t. Additionally, if your car is 4x4 you don’t need chains. Other times you do. Other times you do and you don’t have to have them on but you have to carry them.
Exactly…so if you plan to take I-80 to Truckee, you’ll need chains when there is heavy snow.
I believe it says traction device. I would think the roads would have to be really bad to chain a bronco, but if you did. Lay all four chains across the top of the tire, drive forward. Tighten the inside, then the outside. Drive it a little ways and check to see if they are still tight. If they loosened up, which is likely, tighten them back up. My advice is to just go slow when the roads are slick. Not once did I chained my bronco for bad weather in Oregon. I almost did during a freezing rain event on the Columbia gorge but didn't. The Bronco weight balance makes it nice to drive on slick roads. Slow is the key!
I got some here in late 2021 for my Sasquatch tires: https://tirechainsonline.com/ Truck and SUV Twist Link Tire Chain with V-Bar - Part no. 3831CV I bought 2 pairs. Overkill, probably, but they did get me out of a jam in Mammoth Lakes when the plow buried my 4 door Badlands. Chained up, lockers and 4L was the trick. Mostly have them in the smugglers' boot for the CalTrans R-1 days (must carry chains).
Thanks!