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Glacier 1038 Passenger Cable Tire Chain - Set of 2

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Brand Glacier Chains
Material Alloy Steel
Item Weight 0.01 Ounces
Vehicle Service Type Front Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive
Global Trade Identification Number 00804116010386

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  • Case hardened steel rollers on cable cross members
  • Suitable for front and rear wheel drive vehicles
  • Type "S" limited clearance
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Limited clearance cable tire snow chains for most makes models of passenger automobiles.

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Brand ‎Glacier Chains
Material ‎Alloy Steel
Item Weight ‎0.01 Ounces
Vehicle Service Type ‎Front Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive
Global Trade Identification Number ‎00804116010386
UPC ‎785422358587 804116010386
Manufacturer ‎Glacier Chains
Model ‎FBA_1038
Item Weight ‎0.01 ounces
Product Dimensions ‎13.6 x 6.3 x 4.9 inches
Country of Origin ‎USA
Item model number ‎1038
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer ‎No
Manufacturer Part Number ‎1038

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Date First Available March 28, 2009

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Customers find the snow chains work well and are easy to put on and take off, with good value for money. The traction is positive, with one customer noting it helped on slippery roads, and the ride is smooth. However, customers disagree on the fit, with some reporting they don't match advertised sizes. Moreover, the build quality receives mixed feedback, with some finding them well-made for occasional use while others say they're not good quality. Additionally, durability is a concern as multiple customers report chains breaking after first use.

81 customers mention "Functionality"78 positive3 negative

Customers find that the snow chains work well, with one mentioning they were effective for a Yosemite trip.

"...They worked exactly as expected. Easy to put on and did fine even though we had to drive on what was mostly bare roads...." Read more

"...of the bag after sitting in the garage for the summer, they still work great. The rust comes right off with snow melt and abrasion...." Read more

"...Drove several miles with excellent traction and control to trailhead parking. The chains did their job and we had an excellent trek...." Read more

"...once in last 2 years but easy to install/remove and worked well without the limitations, weight, and bulk of actual ‘chains’ with their massive..." Read more

74 customers mention "Ease of installation"69 positive5 negative

Customers find the snow chains easy to install and take off, with clear instructions and noting that they are much easier than traditional chains.

"...Pros - light and fairly easy to put on. Fit my tires well and did not slip...." Read more

"...They worked exactly as expected. Easy to put on and did fine even though we had to drive on what was mostly bare roads...." Read more

"...They are extremely easy to install; chances are, it's not the best of conditions outside when they're needed!..." Read more

"...Used the VW JETTA to go snowshoeing on MT. HOOD; was easy to install the chains and rubber tensioners, didn't pay attention or any thought to the..." Read more

30 customers mention "Value for money"23 positive7 negative

Customers find the tire chains to be good value for money.

"...They’re really not too expensive considering other options, and I’d say I definitely got a decent traction boost...." Read more

"...So, first the good: The price is cheap. These chains were fairly easy to put on...." Read more

"...Much cheaper than if you try to buy the chains at the gas station approaching chain control area...." Read more

"I drove about 6 miles with those tire chains on and the result was barely satisfying. I didn't get traction that I was expecting...." Read more

20 customers mention "Traction"16 positive4 negative

Customers praise the snow chains' performance, noting they provide great traction with very little vibration.

"...Cause a pretty good vibration while driving if there isn't much snow. I did not need to use the optional chain straps...." Read more

"...Drove several miles with excellent traction and control to trailhead parking. The chains did their job and we had an excellent trek...." Read more

"...considering other options, and I’d say I definitely got a decent traction boost...." Read more

"...to not go over 30mph but I was able to easily do 40-50 with very little vibration, just enough to know they were still there, and yes I can be..." Read more

54 customers mention "Fit"22 positive32 negative

Customers have mixed experiences with how the tire chains fit, with some reporting they fit well while others mention they don't match the advertised sizes, particularly for 265x75r15 tires.

"...the sizing chart in the product details - these chains were too small to secure correctly on my vehicle’s..." Read more

"...Pros - light and fairly easy to put on. Fit my tires well and did not slip...." Read more

"...For my car, these chains just BARELY fit...." Read more

"...About 5 minutes per tire once you know what your doing. Fit perfectly on a 225 75 15 tire on a ford ranger...." Read more

35 customers mention "Build quality"22 positive13 negative

Customers have mixed opinions about the build quality of the tire chains, with some finding them well-made for occasional use while others report they are not good quality and could be sturdier.

"...don't use them for extended periods in those conditions, they can last a good while...." Read more

"...ice and snow and pavement I did not go over 30 miles per hour they did not break and they did work fine they are loud on pavement they are not hard..." Read more

"...These are really nice! They are not super bulky & not practically indestructible, like the good old days...." Read more

"Although I have not used these yet, but they seem to be made very well...." Read more

12 customers mention "Slipperiness"7 positive5 negative

Customers have mixed experiences with the snow chains' slipperiness, with some finding them smooth and comfortable to ride on, while others report issues with slipping and sliding.

"...and the ride was actually really smooth, other than the blizzard conditions...." Read more

"...The chains didn't work so well -- I kept slipping and sliding, but less so than without the chains...." Read more

"...They were easy to put on the side of the snowy road. Hardly could feel the bumpiness while driving around 35mph...." Read more

"...Even at max latching point they were floppy on the tires." Read more

37 customers mention "Chain durability"10 positive27 negative

Customers report significant durability issues with these snow chains, with multiple customers noting that the steel cables broke during first use.

"...Ruptured brake lines and hoses are also a possibility in the broken cable scenario, so keep that in mind...." Read more

"...Will probably return both sets of chains because of the rim damage...." Read more

"...tires (Ford Explorer - 255/50R20 109V). Chains themselves were excellent and easy to install, and have have been kept for family vehicle with..." Read more

"...While turning around to park, one of the chains snapped. It was not fixable, leaving us with one decent tire...." Read more

Didn’t think I’d need them: Happy to have them when I did
5 out of 5 stars
Didn’t think I’d need them: Happy to have them when I did
Got these for my Subaru Forester (along with tighteners). Subaru actually says not to put chains on their vechicles, but some places require you have them in the car regardless of your drive train. I essentially got them to avoid breaking the rules. Turns out I actually needed them! (winters crossing the Cascades can get rough, y’all) They were really low profile (which you must have if you have a Subaru: Fat chains = Big problems) and the ride was actually really smooth, other than the blizzard conditions. They went on with no problems both when I fitted them and when I had to get them on at night, on the side of a highway, and in the freezing cold. They’re really not too expensive considering other options, and I’d say I definitely got a decent traction boost. You could get better traction with a diamond pattern, but if you just need a little help on the road these will work well enough.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on February 17, 2014
    Style: Model - 1038Verified Purchase
    These worked much better than I thought they would.
    I used them on about 1 inch of ice and later on about 3 inches of snow for about 3 days. They were still like new when I took them off.

    Pros - light and fairly easy to put on. Fit my tires well and did not slip. Come in a travel bag and are easy to stow away in your vehicle.

    Cons - need to use pliers to make sure you can put them on snug. Keep a cheap pair of pliers in the travel bag. I would also put a few zip ties in the travel bag to keep the excess cable tied back, so they won't catch on anything. Cause a pretty good vibration while driving if there isn't much snow.

    I did not need to use the optional chain straps. I would recommend these for emergency or light use over a few days.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on March 4, 2023
    Style: Model - 1046Verified Purchase
    I have used this sort of tire chains for years. They worked exactly as expected. Easy to put on and did fine even though we had to drive on what was mostly bare roads. (Chains we’re required even for all wheel drive and four wheel drive vehicles without snow tires.)

    They will definitely rust once used, but that doesn’t seem to be an issue.

    They were challenging to get back in the bag after use, so I recommend carrying an extra (sturdy) plastic bag.
    7 people found this helpful
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  • Reviewed in the United States on February 20, 2016
    Style: Model - 1046Verified Purchase
    Very very effective. I was able to go with my 2wd truck where some 4wd with bare all seasons couldn't. Didn't damage wheels, but rusty after three days of use. Appears to just be surface rust, but unsure how many more seasons these will last.

    Please read below to the end if you don't have experience with chain or cable traction devices. It may save you a LOT of trouble.

    The Glacier/ Pewag chain website has a very helpful sizing chart for thier passenger stuff.

    Be sure to check all applicable laws dictating when and where you can run chains on public roads! Also, don't forget to buy tensioners. They keep the chain aligned, which decreases the chances of failure and subsequent vehicle damage.

    Update: It has been nearly two years since I purchased these. Here's how they've held up. I have used them probably 10 times and put about 250 miles on them. Despite being very rusty out of the bag after sitting in the garage for the summer, they still work great. The rust comes right off with snow melt and abrasion. The rust doesn't seem to go very deep into the steel cables or adversely effect it's strength. If it's cold enough and there isn't a bunch of salty, slushy mess on the roads, they don't rust. As long as you rinse and hang them up to dry after each wet use, and don't use them for extended periods in those conditions, they can last a good while. WD-40 isn't a bad idea to help protect them further during storage. Also, DONT spin your tires, drive over 30 mph, or use them at all if there isn't enough snow/ice to isolate them from the pavement completely. A little wheel slip and CRAWLING on dry pavement with your hazards on for a few hundred yards to pull over and take them off is OK, but lots of wheel spin or time on dry pavement can shred your tires, or worse, break the cables and beat the living snot out of your vehicles body. They work best when you aren't spinning your tires, and going over 30mph in conditions that require chain's isn't smart anyway. Ruptured brake lines and hoses are also a possibility in the broken cable scenario, so keep that in mind. Follow the manufacturer's instructions to the T! Stop and inspect them frequently during use. These have the potential to cause lots of property damage or serious injury if you aren't being careful. I only use these when I can't avoid being on the road and they are the only option. I use them primarily on private gravel roads anyway. Snow tires are better, but in VA, it doesn't snow enough to justify the investment.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on January 2, 2019
    Style: Model - 1042Verified Purchase
    I've used tire chains for my cars periodically over the past 40 or so years. These are really nice! They are not super bulky & not practically indestructible, like the good old days. BUT, for the few times when they are needed, they are more than functional! They are compact and store very nicely; even come with a handy bag. They are extremely easy to install; chances are, it's not the best of conditions outside when they're needed! I like the cables vs the heavy chains for light to medium duty.

    I suspect that these won't hold up as well, as long as the chain versions. Not for everyday / long-term usage! However, having frozen nearly to death wrestling with the heavy chains, I'll trade ease of use any day.

    I'd seriously suggest also getting the tightener, Glacier has an inexpensive set for abt USD 8. But I prefer the multi arm versions - abt USD12 - 20. Also, in sets of 2 (two). Worth it!

    From experience, take the time to order the correct size for your vehicle! Also, practice installing them when the weather is favorable!

    Cheers!
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  • Reviewed in the United States on March 7, 2014
    Purchased two sets of chains one for our VW JETTA LOW PROFILE TIRES front wheel drive and another set for our BMW LOW PROFILE TIRES rear wheel drive. Used the size selector provided for low clearance "S" and purchased the correct chains for both vehicles. Purchased two sets of recommended RUBBER CHAIN TENSIONERS for each vehicle. Used the VW JETTA to go snowshoeing on MT. HOOD; was easy to install the chains and rubber tensioners, didn't pay attention or any thought to the metal hooks or tensioners laying against the rims of our vehicle at the time of installation. Drove several miles with excellent traction and control to trailhead parking. The chains did their job and we had an excellent trek. Drove back down the mountain to designated chain removal area, removed chains and noticed the really SCRATCHED Alloy wheels on our vehicle. Will probably return both sets of chains because of the rim damage. I don't recommend these for low clearance and low profile wheels with the high risk of rim damage.
    5 people found this helpful
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