Wheels/Tyres: - Snow chains

Dave2909 · Feb 23rd, 2018, 20:29

Has anyone used or does anyone know whether the snow chains sold by Lidl are ok to use on a 2006 XC70. I have a set and next week will be heading up to the frozen wastes of the English Welsh border around Hay on Wye with the caravan. The forecast shows snow so it would seem worth taking them. They are of the backless variety. Any comments gratefully accepted.

Dippydog · Feb 23rd, 2018, 20:42

I've never owned or used any,but as you have them "in stock" and given the forecast and where you're going it would seem to me to be a wise precaution to take them with you.

wimorrison · Feb 23rd, 2018, 21:13

Be careful, many Volvo’s need backless, front only mount chains and usingbthebwrong type will ruins your brakes, suspension and could give you a large repair bill, plus you can only use them on snow - no use on frost or ice.

Best get some winter tyres if you are seriously concerned, or if you don’t want to spend that much get snowsocks.

Simon Jones · Feb 23rd, 2018, 21:42

You've got an XC70 so with decent tyres you should be ok.

StatusRed · Feb 23rd, 2018, 22:02

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Originally Posted by wimorrison

Be careful, many Volvo’s need backless, front only mount chains and usingbthebwrong type will ruins your brakes, suspension and could give you a large repair bill, plus you can only use them on snow - no use on frost or ice.

Best get some winter tyres if you are seriously concerned, or if you don’t want to spend that much get snowsocks.

Interesting, S40 manual says to only put on front, even if AWD.

NigelDay · Feb 24th, 2018, 00:04

+1 for snow socks (unless you have winter or all-season tyres). I have snow chains but they are the Thule Easy Fit 247 model which are very easy to fit, but all rather pricey. As noted above, get the wrong chains and you could be in trouble.

wimorrison · Feb 24th, 2018, 05:52

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Originally Posted by StatusRed

Interesting, S40 manual says to only put on front, even if AWD.

This isn’t about whethet you fit theming the front or rear axle, it is about the style of chain fitting

green van man · Feb 24th, 2018, 07:40

Where around Hay on Wye are you going to need snow chains ?
Main roads will be cleared and gritted along with most B roads and if you do get snowed in why not turn the heating up and enjoy the extra break.

Fresh snow gives plenty of grip as does ice if driven properly. I seriously doubt chains on your front wheels will be much help when towing the caravan, if the conditions are that bad leave it there and come back for it when conditions improve.

Paul.

Feb 23rd, 2018, 20:29	#1
Dave2909 New Member Last Online: Jun 13th, 2020 15:08 Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: Plymouth	Snow chains Has anyone used or does anyone know whether the snow chains sold by Lidl are ok to use on a 2006 XC70. I have a set and next week will be heading up to the frozen wastes of the English Welsh border around Hay on Wye with the caravan. The forecast shows snow so it would seem worth taking them. They are of the backless variety. Any comments gratefully accepted.

Feb 23rd, 2018, 21:13	#3
wimorrison Grumpy Old Sod Last Online: Dec 14th, 2021 15:39 Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Hampshire, nee Scotland	Be careful, many Volvo’s need backless, front only mount chains and usingbthebwrong type will ruins your brakes, suspension and could give you a large repair bill, plus you can only use them on snow - no use on frost or ice. Best get some winter tyres if you are seriously concerned, or if you don’t want to spend that much get snowsocks. __________________ Currently XC60 Previously XC60, V70, S40, ...

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Simon Jones Premier Member Last Online: Jan 15th, 2022 11:23 Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Salisbury (ish)	You've got an XC70 so with decent tyres you should be ok. __________________ 2008 XC70 3.2 SE Lux with LPG conversion - current 2005 XC70 D5 SE Lux - sold 2004 XC70 D5 SE Lux - written off by another XC70 2001 V70 D5 - sold 2000 V70 Classic 2.4 - sold

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NigelDay Premier Member Last Online: Feb 29th, 2024 15:46 Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Barnard Castle	+1 for snow socks (unless you have winter or all-season tyres). I have snow chains but they are the Thule Easy Fit 247 model which are very easy to fit, but all rather pricey. As noted above, get the wrong chains and you could be in trouble. __________________ 2015: XC60 D4 FWD SE Lux Nav 190hp manual, Osmium Grey, 17" Segin, Tempa, Winter Illumination, Security, Family, DSP, 4C, HK Sound, Subwoofer, Front Parking, Rear Camera, Dark Tinted, Power Passenger Seat, Speed and Heated Steering.

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Dippydog Premier Member Last Online: Yesterday 17:18 Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: S****horpe	I've never owned or used any,but as you have them "in stock" and given the forecast and where you're going it would seem to me to be a wise precaution to take them with you.

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green van man Premier Member Last Online: Apr 11th, 2024 09:21 Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Ffos y Ffin	Where around Hay on Wye are you going to need snow chains ? Main roads will be cleared and gritted along with most B roads and if you do get snowed in why not turn the heating up and enjoy the extra break. Fresh snow gives plenty of grip as does ice if driven properly. I seriously doubt chains on your front wheels will be much help when towing the caravan, if the conditions are that bad leave it there and come back for it when conditions improve. Paul.

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