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07-24-2023, 12:58 PM
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Join Date: Oct 2020
Location: ABQ, New Mexico
Trailer: 21C
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Reviving an OLD thread.
CA law states "... Trailers with brakes must have chains on at least one axle. ..."
On which axle should they be placed? My thinking is the rear, as that would be more tangential movement if the trailer fishtailed.
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07-24-2023, 01:43 PM
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Join Date: Jul 2022
Location: Idaho Falls, Idaho
Trailer: 2023 Escape 5.0TA
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Went to the Googles and the most common answer is it doesn't matter, but most folks pick the rear axle because it is easier to access.
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07-24-2023, 05:03 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Jan 2014
Location: North Van., British Columbia
Trailer: 2014 Escape 19, sold; 2019 Escape 21, Sept. 2019
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My view is "neither".
While I don't mind heading South in winter conditions with some snow I draw the line at putting chains on the trailer. I do have a set but it would have to be an extreme situation for me to put them on the trailer.
I'd rather sit out a day or two than use chains. Too many memories of broken chains flailing around to risk that on my f.g. Escape.
Ron
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07-24-2023, 05:30 PM
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Join Date: Sep 2018
Location: Driggs, ID / Collinsville, Illinois
Trailer: 2019 Escape 19
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The CalTrans definition seems to leave some leeway ( https://dot.ca.gov/travel/winter-dri...chain-controls) so perhaps for the trailer axle you could use a pair of snow socks for the traction device. Less likely to cause damage to the trailer wheel wells. Not as inexpensive as a cheap pair of chains but worth a look if you have a regular need during your camping travels.
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07-25-2023, 12:46 AM
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Senior Member
Join Date: May 2021
Location: Mount Vernon, Washington
Trailer: 2013 Escape 15 B. Room4Two
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My solution is to not go to California .
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07-25-2023, 08:53 AM
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Join Date: Sep 2019
Location: Greenwood, Indiana
Trailer: 2020 Escape 5.0TA
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Quote:
Originally Posted by parfsten
When I saw that my Aliner (Ranger 12' model) stated NO CHAINS I went to the local highway patrol and asked if I had to have chains for my trailer when required - told yes if you have brakes on the trailer or turn around and go home. With that in mind, I want to know if there are any restrictions for snow chains with the 17' Escape model (don't know if the model length makes any difference, but just to be clear, I am ordering a 17B).
Anyone using chains?? If so, recommendations for chain manufacturer, type, etc?
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Maybe you are confusing towing chains laws with tire chains?
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07-25-2023, 09:14 AM
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Join Date: Oct 2020
Location: ABQ, New Mexico
Trailer: 21C
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The likelihood of me ACTUALLY using them is slim, but the fine for not having them when required is too large. Similar to being insured versus self-insuring.
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07-25-2023, 03:53 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Sep 2020
Location: South Lake Tahoe, California
Trailer: 2017 5.0
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Quote:
Originally Posted by ghosthunter
My solution is to not go to California .
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That's a great solution to this problem being discussed. That way, you'll avoid the only state that has chain control requirements. I'm sure Washington doesn't...
https://wsdot.com/travel/real-time/m...tiresandchains
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07-25-2023, 04:00 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Sep 2020
Location: South Lake Tahoe, California
Trailer: 2017 5.0
Posts: 523
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Quote:
Originally Posted by JazzDad
The likelihood of me ACTUALLY using them is slim, but the fine for not having them when required is too large. Similar to being insured versus self-insuring.
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I think you've got the right idea here...it's a small cost to avoid a possible big headache. I'm very familiar with how Caltrans enforces this, living in the Tahoe area where it's a constant concern every winter, and I can say that they very rarely fine, but they will make you turn around, and therefore throw a wrench in your travel plans. Stay safe out there!
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