How to make your own snow chains. Making chains for wheels with your own hands. Varieties of snow chains for a car, which are better and how to do it yourself

Winter tuning wheels

Tire chains are a type of removable tread that converts an ordinary highway wheel into a rubber with improved flotation. From the point of view of the design, the chains on the wheels are a connected wire with reinforcement, evenly wrapping around the entire circumference of the tire. The composition of such chains includes two longitudinal cables located on the circumference of the wheel inside and outside. To connect them to each other, transverse elements or special "lugs" made of reinforced rubber are used.

The use of anti-skid chains can significantly increase the cross-country ability of the vehicle by improving the grip characteristics of tires. This is true when driving on surfaces such as ice, mud, loose or wet snow, etc. For example, when traveling outside the city, the first 100 km of the path can run along a regular asphalt road, while then you need to turn onto a dirt track, which is an “impassable” off-road.

In this case, anti-slip chains are put on the wheels and continue on their way. Otherwise, the risk of getting stuck in impassable mud increases significantly, as a result of which you will have to look for a tractor or other vehicle to tow the car. In addition, snow chains greatly facilitate the passage of such sections as steep slopes covered with ice, which are quite difficult to overcome even with studded tires.

Types of wheel chains

Different types of protective circuits

There are two main types of snow chains: soft and hard. In soft chains, rubber “lugs” act as crossbars, while hard chains are connected using link elements. In addition, there are two types of chain pattern: “ladder” and “diamond” (another name is “honeycomb”). In the case of the "ladder" pattern, the connections between the longitudinal cables are made in the form of straight lines located across, similar to a rope ladder. Diamond or honeycomb chain connections are made diagonally, resulting in an interlaced design.

Snow chains are also classified according to the following criteria:

the size;
the shape of the links or "lugs";
production material: steel, aluminum, titanium, fiberglass with reinforcement and so on.

In some cases, additional reinforcement of wheeled chain structures is performed using metal spikes. It is quite difficult to unequivocally answer the question of which kind of chains should be preferred, since individual characteristics largely depend on the planned operating conditions. In particular, hard chains are better than soft chains for driving in difficult off-road conditions such as loose snow or mud.

At the same time, certain limitations are associated with rigid structures, since at speeds exceeding 40 km / h, there is a risk of damage to the transmission. In the case of soft snow chains, optimally suited for icy or slightly muddy sections of the road, you can accelerate to 80 km / h. At the same time, rubber wear is significantly reduced compared to rigid chains.

The situation is similar with the size of the chains: an increase in the links increases the cross-country ability, but at the same time, the mass of the structure also increases, and the movement of the car on flat sections of the road becomes more difficult and unpleasant. In addition, the transmission is more heavily loaded and the wear of rubber is accelerated.

Self-manufacturing

Everything you need to make an accessory

It also happens that you need to drive off-road, but there is no ready-made snow chain at hand. In such a situation, you can try to make snow chains with your own hands, using the available tools and materials. To do this, you will need the following details:

tension devices;
a chain with a wire diameter of 4-5 mm;
carabiners with a diameter of 5 mm;
hooks.

We cut the chain into pieces of a certain size. For the manufacture of longitudinal sections, four pieces will be required, each of which has 83 links. The transverse sections will be made from sixteen 13-piece pieces. The first transverse section is attached to the sixth link of the longitudinal chain, the last - to the twelfth. The remaining transverse chains are fixed at intervals of 10 links. Hooks or rings are used to connect the transverse and longitudinal links. After the fourth transverse chain, a five-link segment is attached on one side. Carabiners are installed at the ends of the links located along. The tensioner is placed on the fixed end of the carabiner, the hook on the other. On this, the chain can be considered ready and suitable for testing on the wheels of a UAZ car.

Mounting elements

Here are the finished homemade chains

Chains that increase patency are installed on the drive wheels of the vehicle. This can be done with your own hands in two main ways: with or without lifting the car. The specific method is chosen by the car owner in accordance with his practical skills and working conditions. In any case, it is advisable to start installing chains even before leaving for a difficult section of the track.

Experienced owners of UAZ vehicles who have gained a hand in this matter do not experience any difficulties with putting on snow chains on their own and cope with this work in just a few minutes. Beginners, on the other hand, quite often face certain difficulties, as a result of which they may even refuse to use wheel chains. Therefore, it is recommended that you first practice and hone your skills on a flat and dry site, so as not to encounter such difficulties in the "field conditions", that is, on the road.

Installation of chains without lifting the car is carried out as follows:

the anti-skid chain structure is carefully straightened so that its links do not wind on each other, after which it is laid out on the surface of the earth;
start the UAZ car, drive the driving wheels on the unfolded wheel chain and fix the car in order to avoid spontaneous start of movement;
chains are put on tires in such a way that a locking hook and a locking ring are located on the outer side of the wheels;
the locking hook clings from the inside of the wheel to one of the links of the tail section of the chain (3);
transverse branches of the chain structure are evenly distributed along the entire circumference of the wheel;
the locking hook is inserted into one of the links located at the end of the tail section and unfolds in the direction of the locking ring;
the locking ring is inserted into the hook hole.

Putting on the chain with a lift includes the following additional steps:

stops are installed under the front wheels of the car;
the car is put on the handbrake;
the wheel is brought to a height of 2-3 cm above the road level.

Further, the installation of the anti-skid chain on the UAZ with your own hands is carried out by the method described above. The dismantling of the structure is carried out in the reverse order. Having installed the anti-skid chain, it is recommended to test it, that is, drive the car for 10-50 meters and, if necessary, perform additional tensioning of the chain. To do this, the locking hook and the locking hook are moved to the next links in the tail of the chain.

Vehicle snow chains are a replaceable tread that transforms a typical road tire into an all-terrain wheel for off-road, icy, deep mud, snow, etc.

Wristband and snow chains

This device is made of reinforced wire and tied in such a way that it evenly braids the wheel around the entire circle. The chain consists of external and internal longitudinal parallel cables connected by transverse chains or rubber so-called lugs, which greatly increase the grip of the wheels with the road surface.

Types of snow chains

There are several types of chains available:

Rubber chains, which have the advantage that they are installed on absolutely any rubber, evenly entangle the wheel, are easy to install, do not destroy the tire tread, and retain their elasticity in winter;
Metal with various types of weaving;
Economy chains. This type is worn only on stuck wheels of cars.

Varieties of design

Snow chains differ in size and shape of the links. For their manufacture, a variety of materials are used (steel, aluminum, titanium, reinforced plastic, etc.).

Depending on the conditions of use and capabilities, three main types of weaving are made:

1. Ladder, in which the cables are connected by straight transverse pieces. This is a fairly simple, fairly practical and easy-to-implement system. However, it has a drawback - the car can move in jerks.

2. Rhombus, in which the connection is made obliquely, this results in a pattern in the form of a web.

3. Honeycombs. This design is slightly more complex, with longitudinal cables connected diagonally, resulting in an interlaced pattern.

Do-it-yourself chain production

Do-it-yourself snow chains are not so difficult to make at home, because they may be needed at the most inopportune moment. For this you will need:

Bulgarian;
Vise;
Chain;
Several dozen connecting links or carabiners;
Hooks;
Tension devices;
Several hours of time.

Chain making

A simple instruction on how to make your own snow chains:

1. First of all, you need to choose a suitable chain. Its links should be welded, not soldered, and long enough to braid the entire wheel.

Important! Reinforced wire must be used for the chain, otherwise it may break and cause injury when driving at high speed or towing.

2. Choose a chain design that suits you, such as a ladder.

You can do it like this: 1 - transverse branches, 2 - longitudinal branch, 3 - tail branches, 4 - locking hook, 5 - locking hook, 6 - locking ring.

3. Use a grinder to cut the chain into blanks of the required dimensions.

4. Put carabiners on the ends of the longitudinal blanks, you can fasten them with hooks or rings.

5. Attach the transverse parts of the structure to the junctions of the longitudinal chain.

Should be considered! The more crossbars are made, the better the machine's patency will be.

6. Using a carabiner, hook the tension device to the side process, and put a hook on the other end.

7. Use two tensioners to finally connect the caster system.

Video: do-it-yourself snow chains (a person shows his original way of making lugs).

Video: how to make anti-skid bracelets yourself.

Chain installation

The undoubted advantage of wheel chains is that it is possible to put them on just before entering the off-road, and drive along the highway in normal mode. In order to get the best effect, it is better to put them on all driving wheels.

Before you install metal and rubber snow chains with your own hands, first of all, you need to inspect them and make sure that they are intact, carefully straighten them so that the links are not twisted. Then spread it on the road surface in front of the wheels, while the chain locks must be located in a mandatory order on the outside in relation to the body.

Put on chains by hitting

Drive the driving wheels onto the chains, fix the vehicle in a position that completely eliminates spontaneous movement, and secure them. After the installation is done, it is necessary to check well how tightly and securely the locks on the chains are closed, since when the vehicle is moving, the chains can accidentally unfasten, which can create a dangerous emergency when driving.

Video: how to put on snow chains.

The chain can be mounted with the vehicle jacked up.

Put on chains with a jack

To do this, they put it on a handbrake, set stops under the wheels, raise it on a jack 30 cm from the surface and put on the device. Then connect the tensioner and slowly tighten its bolts.

It is not at all difficult to make home-made snow chains, as well as to install them, just choose the appropriate option and follow the instructions.

It should be remembered! Snow chains are not intended for constant driving, but only in problem areas. It is very important to observe the speed limit (up to 50 km / h) and not drive for a long time on asphalt. Otherwise, it may break and damage the vehicle parts.

Snow chains sold in pairs

The main advantages of the snow chain are the price, which is quite affordable (from 1,200 to 11,000 rubles), ease of installation, and the ability to select them for the required wheel size.

How to choose snow chains

Their range is very large. When choosing, you must first take into account the size of the tires, the width of the tread, the size of the wheel arches, as well as the conditions under which they will be used in the future.

Chain link sizes for winter and summer driving

Designation: D - diameter of the links, Dl - length, W - width.

№	Machine brand	The size of the links in the longitudinal branches	Link size in transverse branches
D	Dl	W	D	Dl	W
1	VAZ `winter`	3,5	26,5	13,2	3,8	19,0	15,0
2	VAZ `summer`	4,0	32,0	15,2	5,0	21,0	19,0
3	VOLGA `winter`	4,0	32,0	15,2	3,8	19,0	15,0
4	VOLGA `summer`	4,0	32,0	15,2	5,0	21,0	15,0
5	NIVA `winter`	4,0	32,0	15,2	5,0	21,0	19,0
6	NIVA `summer`	5,0	36,0	19,0	5,0	21,0	19,0
7	GAZelle `winter`	5,0	36,0	19,0	5,0	21,0	19,0
8	GAZELLE `summer`	5,0	36,0	19,0	6,0	24,0	22,0
9	UAZ `winter`	5,0	36,0	15,0	5,0	24,0	19,0
10	UAZ `summer`	5,0	36,0	15,0	6,0	24,0	22,0
11	JEEP `winter`	5,0	36,0	15,0	5,0	21,0	19,0
12	JEEP `summer`	5,0	36,0	15,0	6,0	24,0	22,0
13	MAZ, KAMAZ `winter`	6,0	42,0	23,0	5,0	21,0	19,0
14	MAZ, KAMAZ `summer`	6,0	42,0	23,0	6,0	24,0	22,0

The advantage of hard chains is the best adaptability to hard off-road, however, their disadvantage is the speed limit (up to 40 km / h) and the possibility of damage to the vehicle transmission elements.

Soft chains allow you to reach speeds of up to 80 km / h, they are more harmless to treads and wear out rubber much less. However, their disadvantage is that they cope with off-road much worse.

The most reliable, high quality and more expensive chains are made of titanium or stainless steel.

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Increase cross-country ability: how to make snow chains with your own hands and video of working moments

Experienced motorists can give thousands of examples when mud, ice or deep snow prevent the successful completion of a trip. The power of the driving wheels is powerless in such situations - only a tug or a winch. After such unpleasant moments, some owners refuse to travel in bad weather, others put studded tires. However, there is another category of drivers who prefer to independently manufacture additional equipment to increase cross-country ability.

Design features of homemade chains for car wheels

The basic scheme is an elementary structure, which consists of a set of steel links or reinforced wire. The uniform distribution of components over the entire area of the tire is the key to the successful operation of the product.

Do-it-yourself classic snow chains in the video look like two elements that are located longitudinally along the radius of the wheel on the outside and inside. Between themselves, they are connected by transverse parts, the so-called lugs. The manufacturing technique is not difficult even for novice motorists. The layout of parts is carried out according to three schemes:

Each of these types has its own advantages and disadvantages. The first option with a "ladder" in terms of financial concepts, as well as labor costs, is the most accessible. No less interesting is the solution with bracelets, which are also convenient when mounted on a wheel.

What do you need to make homemade car snow chains on wheels?

The inability to purchase factory devices that increase cross-country ability, as well as their high price, push motorists to solve the problem on their own. It should be noted that this is a completely reasonable choice - the necessary components can be found in any hardware store, and every self-respecting driver has a minimum set of tools.

It should be said that information on how to make do-it-yourself snow chains and videos does not always include a list of design elements. Let's dwell on the simplest model, made according to the "ladder" scheme. To implement it, you will need:

chain with a cross section of at least 5 mm made of steel;
carabiners with a threaded clutch;
tension mechanism;
washers, bolts and nuts;
hooks, carabiners.

On average, about 15 meters of chain will be required to assemble chain devices for driving wheels of a passenger car, more accurate figures will be known only after specific measurements. It is recommended to use stainless metal hardware as chains. The preparatory process ends with the collection of the tool:

Bulgarian;
vise;
hammer;
set of wrenches.

Experienced motorists assure that at critical moments a cable or even simple rigging helps out well. They can simply wrap the wheel, another question is that such things are not always at hand. Moreover, this method is categorically contraindicated for machines equipped with a disc-type brake system. Therefore, it is better to be patient in advance and make a “chain kit” yourself.

When making snow chains with your own hands using available videos, where the footage of the blanks is not always indicated, it is important to make accurate measurements of the radius and width of the tire. Based on the results obtained, calculate the parameters of the future product. The number of transverse elements (lugs) is also selected individually for each car model. Masters recommend focusing on the fact that in the plane of the contact spot of coated rubber there should be two transverse parts at once.

The procedure for assembling a device to increase patency is to perform the following points:

cut the longitudinal and transverse blanks of the chain with a grinder;
fix the first transverse element on the 6th link of the longitudinal part using bolts and washers, hooks or welding;
mount all subsequent cross members every 8-9 links;
in the center of one longitudinal element, install a segment consisting of 6-8 links and a tension device for reliable fixation of the product;
at the ends of the longitudinal sections, install carabiners with a diameter of at least 5 mm.

With certain skills and tools, the operation will take about 40-60 minutes. It will be useful to have experience in welding, which will allow in practice to abandon threaded connections, which will positively affect the quality of the device.

Details: which locks on homemade snow chains are better and why?

In the manufacture of traction control devices in garage conditions, drivers most often use the following types of locking mechanisms to fix them on the tire:

S-shaped;
hook-shaped;
with ratchet.

Some homemade chains for wheels are equipped with an S-shaped lock design, which is closed with a four- or hex key. However, many complain about the unreliable fixation and the lack of adjustments for this option. In addition, the installation of such equipment is a complete inconvenience.

The second option for fixing the chain is more common and holds pretty well. With a properly laid chain, fastening is done with a screwdriver without any problems. For a full guarantee, motorists are advised to tie the contact point with a soft wire of 1-3 mm. The disassembly of the equipment is also fast and effortless.

The ratchet lock model was previously used on trucks. Differs in high reliability and simplicity in operation. The sample provides fixation without the use of additional materials.

Experts recommend mounting traction control equipment on all wheels, and not just on the leading ones. Incorrect installation can lead to damage to the ABS sensors, brake system components and fender liner, as well as tire side cuts. On SUVs with a connected second axle, the device is placed primarily on the pair that is constantly in operation. The installation operation is performed in two ways:

With jacking.
On a parked car.

The essence of the question is not only how to properly make snow chains on a car with your own hands from the video - you should think about installation work even before entering the problem area. This is the only way to enjoy the operation, save your time and avoid annoying mistakes.

It makes no sense to describe the first method using a jack - the procedure is elementary and will not cause any difficulties even for a novice driver. The only recommendation is to reduce the pressure in the tires to facilitate the work.

Another question is when this device is not at hand. In this case, the technology has the following form:

lay the chains in front of the wheelset, preventing the links from twisting;
run wheels on the product;
apply the handbrake;
put on the device so that the hook and carabiner are on the outside of the wheel;
connect the hook and the last link of the longitudinal part to the inside of the wheel;
put the carabiner coupling on the tension system from the outside and fix the knot;
distribute the transverse elements around the entire perimeter of the tire and stretch.

Important! To evenly distribute the components of the equipment, drive 20-30 meters and then make the final adjustment. This event will guarantee the maximum fit of the product to the rubber.

Alternatives

Auto shops sell traction control bracelets - a worthy alternative replacement for chain equipment. Differ in the possibility of quick installation and low price. But here, too, the engineering thought of our motorists does not stand still, they skillfully learned how to copy factory copies.

Bracelets are the same self-made snow chains, but only without longitudinal elements, their advantages are as follows:

Ease of manufacture.
Fast installation.
High efficiency and reliability.

For the manufacture you will need a modest set:

rubber muffler mounting element VAZ;
bolts 40-60 mm long, washers and nuts;
a tube with a diameter equal to the diameter of the bolt;
chain made of steel with a diameter of at least 5-6 mm.

To equip wheels with a standard size of 195 and 205 mm, 4-5 meters of hardware products will be required. The stores also sell ready-made kits for self-assembly of bracelets, with the exception of Chinese kits, they are quite decent quality and inexpensive. It consists of:

blanks;
fastening accessories;
sling;
clamp lock.

The kit is easy to use, transported in a special case and does not take up much extra space. An important advantage of metal bracelets is the ability to install on wheels with disc brakes. And if you take into account the reviews, then the owners of expensive foreign cars do not disdain to use such devices, which also says a lot.

Important to remember

Any traction control equipment adversely affects the safety of tires, as well as the condition of the chassis. You need to be especially careful when choosing locks for homemade chains on car wheels, since trouble-free operation of the car depends on them.

Walking on hard surfaces is not allowed. When driving on loose snow or mud, you should maintain a driving mode of 20-30 km / h, it is not recommended to allow wheel slip. Experienced drivers advise while driving to periodically control the tension of the equipment around the entire inner and outer perimeter of the tire.

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Varieties of snow chains for a car, which are better and how to do it yourself

Sometimes it happens that to overcome some section of the path, the capabilities of the car are not enough. It can be a steep icy climb, deep mud, or a snow-covered section of the path. In this situation, plastic bracelets or snow chains can help out. Even an ordinary tire designed to drive exclusively on asphalt, with their help, acquires impressive off-road performance.

By putting such bracelets on the wheels, the driver gets good flotation in deep snow, improved traction and, consequently, handling on ice, and more opportunities to overcome muddy areas. Many fans of off-road travel post their photos and videos on thematic forums where you can see firsthand how a car is transformed, shod with snow chains.

Of course, snow chains also have certain disadvantages that limit their use.

First of all, it must be taken into account that the suspension and steering are subjected to increased loads, leading to increased wear. The steering rack suffers especially if the bracelets are mounted on the front wheels.
The second important factor is the strong wear of the tire and a significant reduction in its service life.
The gearbox suffers, although to a lesser extent.
Movement speed is limited to 50 km/h.
Do not forget about acoustic comfort - the chains make a lot of noise.

There is also a more gentle option to increase the car's cross-country ability - plastic or rubber snow chains. Their off-road qualities are somewhat worse, but the impact on tires, suspension and gearbox is not so detrimental, and you can drive at speeds up to 90 km / h.

Snow chain device

Wheel snow chains are conditionally divided into hard and soft. Both of them are two longitudinal cables or chains stretched along the circumference of the wheel, between which are stretched, in the first case, transverse chains, and in the second - rubber or plastic lugs.

The crossbars are arranged either as a ladder, or in the form of rhombuses or honeycombs. Each of the options has its own advantages and disadvantages. Ladder has the best rowing ability, so it is preferable to use it to overcome muddy areas. At the same time, a wheel “shod” in such snow chains is prone to burrowing, so you only need to ride with them “tight”. Other dangers lie in wait for the driver, namely poor lateral stability of the car, very rapid tire wear and strong shock loads on the gearbox and steering.

Wheel snow chains with a "honeycomb" pattern cause much less damage to vehicle components, tires with them will also last much longer. Unlike "ladders", such bracelets provide good lateral stability of the machine and constant contact with the surface.

Which snow chains are best

It is impossible to say unequivocally which snow chains are better. Each variety is better suited for certain conditions, and choosing any universal option will not work.
So, rigid chains are preferable to use in complete off-road conditions. Thanks to more pronounced rowing abilities, they allow you to overcome difficult sections with less difficulty.

Soft rubber or plastic bracelets are more suitable for those who do not storm off-road, but are periodically forced to overcome difficult places. The advantage of this option is that there is no need to remove the plastic bracelets immediately after the car has passed the problem section - you can move on at a sufficiently high speed without the risk of damaging the tires, gearbox or steering.

If the driver decides to choose rigid chains, he should pay attention to the size and section of their links. The larger they are, the better the rowing ability of the chains, and the more wear the tires, gearbox and steering. The square links also provide better rowing performance.

DIY snow chains

Since the cost of a good kit is quite high, many drivers, wanting to save money, prefer to make snow chains with their own hands. This process is not very complicated, and everything you need can be found at any hardware store. Homemade chains will cost several times cheaper, while their main qualities are no worse than those of branded products from stores. There are many manuals on the Internet with detailed photos and videos of how to make such a device with your own hands.

The easiest way is to make a "ladder" with your own hands. To do this, two identical segments of the chain are measured so that their length is slightly less than the circumference of the wheel. Between them, at equal intervals, with the help of S-shaped hooks or rings, transverse segments of equal length are attached. Their length should be slightly more than the width of the tire.

The ends of the longitudinal segments are interconnected with carabiners. In the middle of each longitudinal chain, you need to fix the tensioner, which will be attached to the carbine with the other end with a hook. With the help of such a device, you can securely fasten homemade snow chains to the wheels.

Making chains with a diamond pattern with your own hands is somewhat more difficult, although this task can be done, especially if you use photo or video instructions from more experienced car owners.

Installing snow chains on wheels

Installation methods do not depend on which chains are put on the car - homemade or factory. There are two ways to put chains or plastic anti-skid bracelets on the wheels of a car. The first option is easier, but takes more time. The car is jacked up, and a bracelet is put on the hung wheel.

The second method is faster, but requires certain skills. First you need to lay out the chains or bracelets on the ground, carefully straightening them, and then run over them so that about 30 cm remain until the end. After that, the long part of the chain is put on the wheel. On the inside, the chain is fastened with a hook, all links are straightened, then the outer part is also fastened, and the chain is pulled together with an adjusting cable.

Before setting out to storm off-road, you need to drive 30-50 meters and tighten the chains again. This will extend the life of the tires. It should be noted that it is not necessary to wear chains or plastic bracelets on all wheels, unless the car is four-wheel drive. For a conventional car, it is enough that the chains are only on the drive wheels.

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We make snow chains with our own hands

The onset of the autumn-winter season means a deterioration in the situation on the roads. Snow, mud and icing on the road lead to poor wheel traction and poor vehicle handling. Since you still can’t put tracks on a passenger car, another way was invented long ago to increase the car’s cross-country ability.

This article will tell you how to make solid snow chains with your own hands and get the opportunity to drive on the road, even if it is all covered with wet snow.

According to its design, the anti-skid chain is a flexible structure made of chains or strong reinforced wire, all parts of which are connected so as to evenly braid the wheel around the entire circumference.

This design is arranged as follows: two longitudinal cables (external and internal) run along the tire rim, connected by transverse elements from chain segments or “lugs” made of rubber.

In their shape, snow chains are distinguished by their “pattern” that makes the wheels firmly grip any road surface. There are three types of snow chains:

All types of chains perform their anti-slip function, have pros and cons, but this article will describe the design of the "ladder", since it is this version of the anti-skid chain that is easiest to make with your own hands.

Such an anti-slip chain consists of six types of elements connected to each other by linking rings:

Longitudinal branches;
transverse branches;
tail branches;
Locking hook;
Locking hook;
Locking ring.

Before making such a chain, you need to prepare hooks (32 pcs), 15 meters of chain with a bar diameter of four to five millimeters and two tensioners.

How to make snow chains with your own hands

Cut four fragments from the chain, 83 links each, these will be the longitudinal branches of the chain. For transverse branches, you need to cut 16 fragments of 13 links. Next, we move on to connecting the pieces of the chain.

On the sixth link of both longitudinal chains we fasten the first of the transverse fragments, then the transverse branches should be fastened on every tenth link, and we will fix the last fragment on the 12th. The connection of the transverse branches with the longitudinal ones is carried out either with the help of rings or with hooks.

At the ends of the longitudinal fragments of the chain we put carabiners of 5 mm diameter, also, after the fourth transverse branch, on one of the longitudinal branches it is necessary to fix a segment of the chain of five links. We attach a tension device to the free end of this fragment with a carabiner, and put a hook on the second end of this device.

How to mount anti-skid chains on wheels

Now the chains are ready, you can put them on the wheels of your car and test them in practice. Snow chains are mounted on the drive wheels in one of two ways: with jacking up the car and without jacking up.

How to install chains without jacking

Align the chain against slipping, carefully check that the chain links are not twisted;
Spread chains on the road and run over them with driving wheels;
Fix the car so that it cannot involuntarily start moving;
Put the chains on the wheel in such a way that the locking ring and the locking hook are located on the outer side of the wheel;
Locking hook, hook from the inside of the wheel to any link on the tail branch;
Spread the transverse fragments so that they are evenly spaced around the circumference of the tire;
A tail hook must be threaded into one of the links at the end of the tail fragment;
Rotate the locking hook in the direction of the locking ring;
Insert the locking ring into the groove of the locking hook;

If you see that the chain still needs to be tightened, then the locking hook must be hooked onto the next links of the tail branch;

Make sure that the longitudinal and transverse fragments tightly cover the wheel.

The jacking method is

Fix the vehicle with a hand brake;
Install stops under the front wheels of the machine;
Jack up the wheel above the road by 2-3 centimeters;
Put the chain on the wheel, as described in the previous method.
This device is removed from the wheel in the reverse order.

So, now you know how to make snow chains with your own hands and how to install them on the wheels of your car. We hope this article will help you meet off-road and bad weather fully armed.

Homemade snow chains - the easiest option

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Do-it-yourself chains on wheels

Hello everyone, my father and I decided to make chains for wheels, as sometimes we go fishing with him, they will suddenly come in handy, and in winter they can also come in handy. The chains were inherited from the former mongrels)), the belt was found in the garage from the classics.

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They took a corner 32 in it, cut a slot for the belt with a grinder, the belt on all the bracelets was double stitched with a nylon thread, then they put a figure eight bolt, a sleeve with washers and a belt were also stitched on it, then the chain was 6 thick, 12 links came out, the last link was cut and inserted into the holes, into the corner and the link was grabbed by welding.

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For tightening, they took a bolt 10. The corners on the underside were rounded off so that they would not cling when tightened over the rubber. The corners were taken so that they passed between the disc and the caliper. I didn’t want to put a lock like on purchased bracelets because, according to reviews, they are weakening.

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The corner never hurts, I checked it even on the wheels turned all the way. Bracelets can be put even if the wheels are straight, but if you turn the wheel to the side, it is more convenient. The straps had to be changed a couple of times because they stretch a little. The patency has not yet been checked, there is no dirt nearby (((.

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And I also want to note one point, now all motorists have the opportunity to buy tires with delivery anywhere. Go to the site, choose and order, an individual approach to each client.

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Chains on automobile wheels are an attribute necessary in each vehicle for movement in severe weather and climatic conditions. Thanks to them, it is possible to move not only on a snowy surface, but also on sandy soil, loose zheltozem or even slush. The high price of original chains to increase cross-country ability makes car owners create wheel chains with their own hands.

The necessary components for this without any problems can be found at any outlet selling fasteners. Snow chains are a removable protection that improves the driving capabilities of the car and performs the function of a "load hook". They were created for more than one type of car, so they are relevant for the following vehicles:

cars;
SUVs;
trucks.

Each type of chain depends on the size of the wheel size. For all-terrain vehicles and heavy vehicles, such attributes are complemented by auxiliary spikes that contribute to better vehicle cross-country ability.

The material for this design are:

metal cable, the diameter of which must be at least 0.4 cm;
different-sized hooks;
clamps with screw fitting;
mechanical chain tensioner;
small fasteners.

The principle of use includes the same order of placement of all links on the surface of the wheel tire. The rupture of the device and the loss of the possibility of sliding will occur if this condition is violated. One of the most common models, tested by many specialists, consists of external and internal parts that run along the entire surface of the wheel tire.

The parts are vertically connected to each other by "load hooks". The work of creating a chain for wheels with your own hands is available even to beginners. There are three main circuit patterns:

ladder;
rhombus;
honeycombs.

Each model in the current configuration has positive and negative sides. The most accessible and fastest way to manufacture is the “ladder” technique.

After accurate measurements, it will be possible to find out how many meters of the chain you will need to create. However, it should be borne in mind that, on average, it will take about 14-15 meters to assemble a chain device for a car. Typically, stainless steel materials are recommended materials that can withstand long-term loads and can resist friction on abrasive surfaces. But first you need to figure out what, in principle, are snow chains on wheels.

Wide choose

Many options for "factory" products are presented by various manufacturers. Today, soft and metal chains can be distinguished. Soft include the following auto safety elements:

plastic chains on wheels;
rubber products;
polyurethane couplings.

They can differ not only in material, but also in pattern. Demanded are such metallic and soft equally. Metal are considered the most durable and reliable to use. Can be used on both light vehicles and heavy trucks. May differ from drawing. Soft chains are made from plastic, rubber and polyurethane. The principle of their action consists in special stripes with spikes.

Plastic wheel chains are one of the latest developed materials. They are not particularly distinguished by their strength and are used exclusively on a loose surface, more often on snow.

Rubber anti-skid chains are thrown on cars. They are popular in city driving mode.

Polyurethane chains are in the highest demand on the market. According to their characteristics, they are considered better than rubber because of their characteristics:

increased wear resistance;
resistance to various chemical products;
reliable to cracks;
good flexibility;
good extensibility (even at sub-zero ambient temperatures).

Advantages of polyurethane products:

the possible speed of movement reaches 60-80 km / h;
noiselessness and smooth running of the machine;
the thickness of the chain links is less than the metal ones;
minimal wear of the wheel tread;
having spikes made of metal and plastic;
have excellent all-terrain ability on such surfaces as snow, mud and ice;
can be installed on any rubber.

The disadvantages come down to such factors as:

hardening of car tires in frosty weather, which makes installation difficult;
not as durable as iron;
more expensive than metal ones.

How to make chains on wheels with your own hands

In each case, a different manufacturing method is used. It is slightly different for both metal products and other materials.

soft chains

The considerable price of the goods is the main reason for the owner of his vehicle to decide to make soft chains on his own. Consider one of the current methods.

Do-it-yourself traction control chains are a reinforcing wire connected by plates that have the ability to stretch and cover the wheel in a circle. The device looks like this: two axial ropes are drawn along the inner and outer rim of the tire, connected by rubber plates with "load hooks".

Step by step production algorithm:

We cut off four axial branches, approximately 83 links each. For connection, "load hooks" are used, hooks are installed on both sides of them, for the following connections.
All parts must be connected. The first connection is attached to the sixth link, and all subsequent ones through ten links.
Carabiners are attached to both ends of the rubber plates, and after the fourth transverse plate, we attach a segment of the chain to one of the axial branches. A tension structure is held to one edge of the existing segment with a clamp, a hook is fixed to the other edge for further coupling.

metal chains

The metal chains are durable and guarantee ultimate all-terrain capability. At a critical moment, you can get by with a method by wrapping a tire with a rope, but, of course, not everyone has it in the trunk of a car. And this threatens a dangerous accident for the braking system, as it violates the principle of operation of the installation.

Consider how to make chains on the wheels yourself from metal. This requires:

metal chain;
hooks;
clamps with screw sleeve;
Angle Grinder;
vice for fixing;
chain tensioner.

Carefully examine the circuit, making sure that there are no technological defects. You can determine the size of the chain links after clarifying the size of the required tire. Experienced drivers suggest making sure that at the point of intersection with the ground surface, the structure is in contact with two plates. This increases the traction force and the strength of the entire auxiliary system.

The preparatory work for mounting the wheel with your own hands consists of the following steps:

cutting of axial structures;
cutting vertical structures;
fixing the vertical part on the sixth carabiner of the axial chain;
installation with rings or a hook of further vertical plates every nine links;
a longitudinal blank is installed in the center, we fix the segment, it consists of six carabiners and one tensioner with a hook.

The whole process, with some experience, takes no more than 45 minutes. If an electric welding machine is available, you may well refuse and not use threaded connections. However, this will affect the material quality and aesthetics.

Install the product on the wheels of the car, you can only make sure of its reliability.

It is worth considering that such implementations in the design of the car are fraught with certain disadvantages:

the mechanical load on the gear, steering rack and suspension increases significantly, as a result of frequent intensive or unreasonable use of such accessories, the steering rack breaks;
increased wear of rubber;
efficiency decreases;
loud noise is produced;
the maximum speed of movement is limited, which cannot be higher than 50-60 km / h.

According to the type of surface contact, the chains are distinguished by the pattern:

"Ladder" - the simplest kind of chain. The simplest option, in which the transverse plates are connected to two ropes in parallel.
"Rhombus" - chain knitting is set according to the tire pattern, provides good durability and improves grip quality.
"Honeycombs" - an intricate structure in which the ropes are connected diagonally, as a result we get a kind of interweaving.

In self-production, snow chains are fixed on the tire with such locking mechanisms:

The S-shaped lock design is locked with a square, or possibly a hex key. But there were complaints about the lack of regulatory elements and weak fastening. Installing such a device is quite inconvenient.
The hook lock design is widespread and in good demand. If you lay the chain correctly, you will not run into problems. Fastening is carried out with a single screwdriver. The dismantling of the structure takes place without much difficulty.
The ratchet type lock mechanism is used on heavy vehicles. The main advantage in this mechanism is its durability and ease of use. Mounted without auxiliary tools.

An incorrectly installed mechanism disrupts the operation of sensors for the anti-lock brake system and fender liner. On SUVs, where the second axle is connected, the mechanism is placed on a constantly working pair of wheels. Installation work is carried out in two ways:

with jacking;
in a parked car.

The first method using a jack is very simple. Jack up the car and lower the tire pressure to make the job easier. Put on the chain and snap the locks.

Another thing, if the jack is not available, then you need to do the following:

lay the chains in front of the wheels of the machine, not allowing the links to twist;
you drive in with a pair of wheels on a chain, not reaching the end of about 30-40 cm;
put on the parking brake;
throw the long side of the chain mechanism onto the wheel tire so that the hook and clamp are on the outer part of the wheel;
connect the last link of the axle spare part and the hook to the inside of the wheel;
we connect the carabiner coupling with the tension system and fix the knot;
straighten all vertical parts over the entire surface of the wheel, guide over the entire area of the tire and tighten.

For the same direction of the structural elements and to achieve maximum fit of all links, it is necessary to drive a car for about 50 meters.

Real Alternative

In stores you can find anti-slip bracelets. But the ingenuity of domestic garage specialists is limitless. They were able to create copies of the original bracelets with their own hands. These are the same metal chains, only there are no transverse plates.

Benefits of bracelets:

unpretentious in manufacturing;
easy to install;
robust and efficient design.

Required parts to create:

rubber part from the VAZ muffler mount;
chain with a diameter of at least 0.5 cm.

It remains only to cut the chains of the required length for tires.

Do-it-yourself bracelet assembly kits are another option for a useful device for moving a car through problem areas. They have a reasonable price and at the same time they demonstrate good quality.

The set includes the elements:

threaded parts of the chain;
fixing materials;
rope;
vise.

It is important to always carefully read the manufacturer's assembly instructions. It would be nice if you pre-train in warm weather or in garage conditions. You will gain experience that will further facilitate the installation of chains in the cold season.

It is important to know that the use of anti-skid chains is not allowed when driving on hard road surfaces such as asphalt or concrete. When driving on snow or loose ground, keep a speed of 15-20 km/h. Slippage is strictly not allowed, so do not sharply press the accelerator.

Do-it-yourself snow chains are becoming more and more popular. To figure out how to make them yourself, you first need to find out what it is. So, snow chains are a tread that turns an ordinary wheel into high-flotation rubber. Such inventions are mainly made of reinforced wire, which is tied in such a way as to evenly braid the wheel around the entire circumference.

This design consists of two cables - internal and external. They run parallel to each other around the circumference and are interconnected by rubber "lugs".

Why do we need snow chains made by ourselves? This invention perfectly increases the cross-country ability of the car, increases the grip properties of the wheels both on ice and in mud. For example, if you are going fishing, at first you drive along a normal road, and then you leave for a difficult section. If before that your car was moving normally, now you can get stuck in the mud for a long time. To prevent this from happening, it is recommended to wear snow chains on the wheels. Now you can drive on calmly and not worry about getting stuck. Places, such as steep icy climbs, also cannot be mastered without special equipment.

They are divided into 2 categories: soft and hard. For the former, rubber “lugs” play the role of crossbars, and for the latter, link elements.
There are also two types of drawings: "honeycomb" or "ladder". For the former, the longitudinal cables are connected diagonally, resulting in an interlaced pattern. In the second case, they are connected by straight transverse lines, which resembles. They also differ in size and material of production. So, titanium, steel, aluminum, etc. can be used. Some chains are equipped with special metal spikes.

What is the best way to make snow chains with your own hands? No one will give you a definite answer to this question. First of all, you should pay attention to the conditions where you plan to use them.

"Hard" better than "soft" cope with mud and loose snow. But during their operation it is not recommended to pick up speed above 40 km / h, as the elements of the car's transmission may be damaged. Rubber snow chains spoil rubber much less, with them you can reach speeds of up to 80 km / h.
The same can be said about the size: the larger the links, the higher the cross-country ability and the greater the weight. It is quite difficult to drive on a straight road, the load on the transmission increases, and tire wear accelerates.

If you have already decided what you need, you can safely start making your own snow chain. To do this, you will need to purchase a regular chain, preferably from reinforced wire. Make the structure according to the conditions in which it will be used. Do not forget to make it a little longer than the circumference of your wheel, then you can remove the excess.

Snow chains for off-road vehicles have a honeycomb weave. It allows you to perfectly overcome all obstacles, copes well with wetlands and mud.