4. They go on Nov 1 and come off Apr 1.  Else one spends time in snow
drifts. (BTDT) I'm told that Nokian's are good.  Me? I run whatever Les
Schwab has on sale.

Carry a set of cable chains. There are times when studs just aren't
enough. Cables go on in five minutes and come off just as fast.  DO NOT
exceed 35 mph wearing them. Carry a tow strap as well.  Additionally,
toss some granola bars in the glove box, carry blankets and coats at all
times. (My buses (3 of 'em) each have their own set of sleeping bags.)

Jim

Lee Kouns wrote:

>Calling all experts at driving in snow & ice!
>This southern California couple is headed to the mountainous snow
>country of South Lake Tahoe for the winter. I assume that having studded
>snow tires will help us drive our Westy more safely and without as much
>need of chains. One vanagon owner that I talked with, claimed that two
>studded snowtires (on the rear wheels) would work just as well as
>studded snowtires on all four wheels. I would really appreciate any
>additional opinions from other vanagon owners who have experience with
>either (or both) approaches.
>Thanks in advance for your experience.
>Lee Kouns
>87 Westy
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