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19-06-2012, 02:24 PM
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Has anyone fitted snowchains on stanard Zetecs? I know in the manual it says not to fit them on the 17s but has anyone done otherwise and not have any issues? |
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19-06-2012, 04:46 PM
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Can't say I've ever needed to living in Queensland. Maybe try looking through some European forums for an answer.
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19-06-2012, 06:22 PM
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There are a bunch of people who have fitted them to the XR5 (18's) where the manual says not to... I personally wouldn't be overly concerned, however depending on if the car is stock height or not may be a different story.
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19-06-2012, 07:38 PM
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FF.Com.Au Hardcore
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Got to check the chains in the inside of the tyre clear the suspension struts and brake lines.
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19-06-2012, 09:38 PM
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Thanks for the replies. I will try them on while stopped and turn the wheel and see if anything scrubs. Hopefully all works out well!
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22-06-2012, 09:17 PM
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24-06-2012, 11:31 AM
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Din't know if you have done youyr little trip, of if you own or have the chains in your posession at the moment but I would be looking to see if they come anywhere near your wheel faces? If the design of your wheels is a certain way, the chains will make a mess of your finish.
I have seen people slit some old garden hose and use it as a cover around the chains that get close / make contact with the wheel face.
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2011 LV Focus Zetec and Snow Chains
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