SCC SZ143 Super Z6 Cable Tire Chain for Passenger Cars, Pickups, and SUVs - Set of 2

The Super Z6 Cable Tire Chain benefits from a lightweight (comparably), compact design, making it convenient to store and handle. Its Z-design ensures a snug fit around a variety of tire sizes, improving traction without less risk of damage to rims. The chains are made from durable steel cables coated in a protective coating to resist corrosion. I found these easy to install on my Jeep Grand Cherokee without needing special tools. They provide reliable grip during winter conditions, enhancing driving confidence on covered or icy roads. However, I did not venture into deep snow or rugged off-road terrain. How to Use: Prepare Your Vehicle: Park on a flat surface. Engage the parking brake. Ensure your tires are cold and free of debris. Unpack and Inspect: Remove the cables from their storage case. Check for any visible damage or defects. (Best done at home before heading to the slopes!) Lay Out the Cables: Spread out the cables on the ground to avoid tangling. Identify the side that will face outward based on the design instructions. Position the Cables: Drape the cable around the inside of the tire, then pull it around so that it is centered. For the Super Z6, the cables are designed to form a "Z" shape when installed correctly. Secure the Cables: Connect the ends of the cables using the provided clips or fasteners. Ensure the cables are snug but not overly tight, allowing some slack for movement. Check Fit and Drive: Turn your vehicle slightly to make sure the cables are properly positioned. Slowly drive forward a short distance, then stop to re-check the fit. Adjust if necessary to prevent any rubbing or loose connections. Use reduced speed and avoid sudden turns or hard braking.

Update . After using and loosing a chain almost getting stuck theh first time after 100 yards in my drive I was pleased I did not have trouble putting that one back on ( did not pull the wheel ) and it did stay on the second time . I even put my snowsport plow on and plowed my drive of 5 inches of powdered snow including on the grass as the plow had a 4 inch rubber lift that will not damage turf . I am now very happy and raised it from 2 to 5 stars as well as will purchase another rubber band incase that happens again . Might consider a another set of chains if I get by until they go on sale in summer usually for around $75 a par . I feel they were worth every bit of the $100 I paid now . Wish I had them last Sunday instead of getting stuck in my drive and using a $150 tow . I went right through the same ground with the plow on today and 8 inches of snow there . Below is my non edited first review after the third day of ownership . I received my chain set . On the package it says it fits over 10 different size tires . It actually fits 2 of my 3 vehicles though none of them well . I do not like this tightening system at all . I didn't get 100 ft the first time I put them on before one side came off and I had to take the wheels off to do that and being disabled it took a long time and w . For me paying more money and buying real chains seems to be a better option . I will say it pulled well with only one on . Glad I noticed it quick and didn't get into a bad spot and loose the other one . I was just driving around my circle drive in 3-5 inches of new powder snow . But was headed for a area that had 8 inches next . I had to be towed out of their a few days earlier prompting this purchase .The plastic clips are put on a rubber band to keep things tight . They are less prone to scratching a wheel or hubcap but they come undone too easy and or break in severe cold . You have no warning and if your diving on a main road you have little chance of back tracking and finding the chain as their still heavy and sink in any snow . I found mine by dumb luck while walking to the mail box . Now when their both on you will be amazed at the difference . I had gone up a hill with 8 inches of snow and no wheel spin I couldn't even go through on flat ground before . I am debating whether to return them now . I will try one more time and maybe tie a string around the rubber band so they can't come off but then they would beat the hell out of the fender if they did . At $100 a set I can't afford to lose a set every 100 yards . They weren't impossible to get on but the problem was getting them equidistant around the wheel which is why I removed he wheel so I could work things around so the metal clips were not on the rims . On my tires the plastics were not near anything . I would be better off with metal fasteners that hooked or enclosed the rubber band so they couldn't toss the chains if they came loose . The product needs more development . I have had them 5 days and through 14 inches of snow . e

Tire chains come in a dizzying variety of types/brands, and it took me a long time to start figuring out all the various options and which would work best for my application. The problem most people have is that traditional chains can't be used on a LOT of modern cars/trucks with very close space tolerances between the tires and adjacent wheel wells/components. These cable-based "chains" solve that problem for many cars/trucks, and provide the added bonus of working better, and being easier to install/remove than traditional chains. The trick, however, is matching your particular vehicle's actual tires/wheels to a particular manufacturer's sizing scheme. I tried pretty hard to find the "right" size for the P265/70R17 tires on my 2001 Suburban ... even going so far as contacting the actual designer/manufacturer of this product to verify sizing. When I received the set and tried 'em on, however, they were obviously too big. Wah-waaaahhhhh. After some further discussions with the manufacturer's customer service (good guys, by the way ... very helpful), and me e-mailing them a few photos showing the fitment on my actual tires (which were still serviceable, but worn to within about 10k remaining on their normal service life), they recommended that I "downsize" to a smaller size (SZ441). That size "fit" but was a bit too tight/hard to install, so I ended up getting new tires, returning the smaller size, and re-ordering the original size (SZ447), which then fit properly. It was this experience that taught me the actual, physical dimensions of auto/truck tires can vary up to 10 to 15%, or even more, from the standard measurements/size they're sold under. The only measurement that IS reliable is the last number shown on the sidewall ... rim diameter ... for obvious reasons. Any failure to properly match this part of the tire to the actual rim it's being mounted on could result in a catastrophic failure; possible injury/death, and thus ... lawsuits. Every other measurement is pretty much, e.g., "law west of the Pecos." With all that said, I really like the design of these things. They're far easier to install and remove than you might think from looking at some of these reviews, but installing them is every bit as dirty a job as everyone says. You have to get low enough to the ground to reach all the way around the bottom of the tire and attach the inner cable, and the tread surface of the tire WILL be slopping all over your forearms. Same with the top (there are two connection points on the inner cable, just one on the outer cable), but the inner/top connector is easier to reach, and thus, not as dirty. While you CAN put these things on without moving your vehicle, I recommend you do yourself a favor and deviate from the manufacturer's instructions a little bit ... spread them out in front of your wheels (making sure you've oriented them so that the "tire side" stamped on one side of the cable retainers ends up ON the "tire side"), connect the inner/bottom cable connector (the one that doesn't have a corresponding connector on the outer side), and then roll the car forward until that section of the cable is dead center/bottom. Then you don't have to reach around the bottom of your tire to attach this connector "blind," and only have to reach over the top of the tire to pull the loose ends of the inner cable upward and connect it at the top. Hook up the outer/top connector, put on your tensioner band/clips, and you're good to go. The "rings" on the cross-members aren't really "rings," but more like a series of short (e.g., half-inch) heavy duty springs threaded onto the underlying cross-member cable (like the necklaces kids make out of pasta). Assuming you've gotten a properly-fitting size for your tires; you've installed and used them as instructed; there are no over-crimping or other assembly defects present in the particular set you receive, and you make a point of keeping the chains clean and properly lubricated between uses, I see no reason these shouldn't last many years. You may end up doing a little "trial and error" finding the right size for your particular car/tires, but once you do, you'll like the end result, and feel a lot more confident about being able to get to your destination safely over snow/ice road conditions.

Easy to Use, Dependable Chains for Winter Driving I’ve used these SCC SZ441 Super Z6 cable tire chains a couple of times now, and I’m impressed with how straightforward they are to install. The design makes it possible to get them on without moving the car, which is a big plus when you’re dealing with snow or ice on the side of the road. The instructions were clear, and with a bit of practice, I was able to get them on quickly. On the road, they performed well—providing solid traction on packed snow and icy patches where regular tires would have slipped. The low-profile design means they fit nicely even in cars with limited clearance, which is important since many vehicles today don’t have much room around the wheel wells. A couple of things to keep in mind: these are cable chains, so while they’re great for light to moderate use, they’re not the same as heavy-duty chains if you’re driving in really extreme conditions all the time. Also, they can make for a slightly rougher ride at lower speeds, which is to be expected. Bottom line: A reliable, easy-to-use option for cars, SUVs, and pickups that need extra traction in winter. Great fit, straightforward install, and dependable performance make these chains a smart addition to the trunk when snow season comes around.

I made a trip along the Pacific coast this past weekend and knew that I would have to drive through some mountain passes to get to my destination. The forecast was predicting rain through the mountains during my travels, but I decided to take a "better safe than sorry" approach and purchased these chains before departure just in case. This purchase was one of the smartest things I have ever done. The temperature dropped just enough that I ended up getting caught in the mountains during a bad winter storm with 3-5 feet of snow accumulation. All in all, I had install the chains 4 different times and drive over 200 miles total with them on my tires to make it to my destination (12 hour trip turned into 28 hours on the road). These may cost a bit more than standard chains, but the few extra dollars are well worth it. The ease of putting them on and taking them off is a tremendous benefit. In terms of putting them on, you'll be saving $30-$40 each time you install these yourself as opposed to paying the chain crews on the side of the highway to install them. Also, when you are getting pounded by wind, snow, and cold, every minute spent outside is valuable and you will truly come to appreciate the fact that these only take a few minutes to install as opposed to standard chains. Don't discount taking the chains off either. The second time I stopped to take these off (which takes 3 minutes), a young woman who was stopped in front of me came and asked for help removing her chains (which she had paid to have put on). It took me over a half hour to remove her chains and I was amazed at how much more difficult the process was. She ended up giving me $100 for the help, which shows how much trouble she would have been just trying to take other chains off of her car (I'm almost certain she would not have gotten them off herself). In terms of performance, they took me over some very nasty terrain with very little slippage that I would not have made it through were it not for the chains. The fact that I was able to drive 200 miles through ice, packed snow, a foot of loose snow, etc. with zero problems shows their durability as well. They also do fine on dry pavement as long as you are going under 30 mph. All in all, these chains are some of the best $85 I have ever spent. My trip was truly the trip from hell, but would have been 100x worse if it were not for these chains. I would honestly either a) still be traveling right now or b) my car would be in a ditch somewhere. If you're traveling through terrain that may be questionable (expect the worst in the winter), buy these and save them for when you need them; you'll be thankful you did. In terms of practical advice: I would highly recommend playing around with them before you need them. I didn't install them on my tires before I left (thank god they fit), but did take them out and snap them together in my living room. They are extremely simple to install once you get the hang of it, but the installation is not trivial. The clips are easy to snap together, but have to be at an angle before they will lock in. Also, once you get the back snap hooked in, make sure to pull all of the slack towards you before snapping the other clips to make the installation of the rubber rings easier.

I bought these snow cables for a ski trip where our rental house was 50 yards up a steep hill. It started to snow and sleet while we were skiing, and I thought, "Wow, lucky I bought these snow cables from amazon!" I put these cables on the front two wheels of my 2009 Odyssey in the parking lot of the ski resort. It was very easy to install these cables. It took me about 10 minutes total on my first try. The temperature was about 27 degrees F, and the snow and sleet mixture was freezing as it hit untreated pavement in the parking lot. I made it out of the flat parking lot fine, and onto the local roads which had been treated, and were wet, but not icy or snowy. Driving on the treated local roads, I had a difficult time driving up wet hills with these cables. The cables would roll on the asphalt, and I could feel them spinning as I added power to get up the wet hills. I thought, "Well, maybe they work better in the snow and ice." When I got to the driveway of our rental house, I saw that the untreated driveway was covered with about .5 inches of ice and snow. I was eager to try out the snow cables in the proper conditions. I tried several times to get up the 50 yard driveway hill, trying several techniques ranging from slow applied power, to just slamming the gas pedal to the floor. The furthest I got up the driveway was about 15 yards. The cables would simply not bite into the ice. We left the minivan parked at the bottom of the driveway and walked up to the house. The next day, it snowed 2 more inches. And I was hoping this extra layer of snow would help the snow cables work. I tried again several times to climb the hill (using a range of applied power techniques), and I was still not able to climb the hill. I really feel that the cables tend to roll on ice rather than bite into the ice as they need to in order to climb hills. Since buying these cables, I have read several other negative reviews of this product, and I have found owner experiences that are similar to mine. You can see these reviews listed below. I wish I had paid more attention to these hill climbing issues. By Gipfelion November 28, 2015 3 star By R. Hatfieldon December 24, 2013 2 star By V. Bachmutskyon February 17, 2011 2 star By Zackon February 5, 2014 2 star By Jason Osborneon February 27, 2011 1 star By S. Solomonon January 20, 2008 1 star By Calvin Mooreon March 27, 2014 1 star I will try regular snow chains next. I hope the metal chain links bite into the ice and snow better, as the snow cables absolutely do not. And in fact, the snow cables make climbing wet solid pavement even worse than just having bare rubber on the pavement.

I am not a planner. I’m more of a “that sounds fine, what could possibly go wrong?” traveler. My husband, however, prepares for trips like we’re crossing the Oregon Trail. Before our Spring Break trip to Bryce Canyon, he insisted we buy Security Chain Company Super Z6 tire chains “just in case.” I rolled my eyes so hard I almost saw my own brain. Well. Nature humbled me REAL fast. We got caught in a TWO FOOT snowstorm on a mountain road, and suddenly my husband was out there calmly putting on these chains like the survival expert he always believed he was. Meanwhile, I was inside the car Googling “how long can people survive in a snowbank.” These chains absolutely saved us. Without them, we would have been stranded on the side of the mountain questioning every life decision that led us there. Instead, the Super Z6 chains got us safely through snow that looked like a scene from a disaster movie. So yes, my husband was right. Again. The chains worked perfectly, were surprisingly easy to put on, and officially earned a permanent spot in our car. I still refuse to admit he over-plans… but let’s just say I’m no longer mocking the emergency snack bin.

Never lived in climate where I needed chains until recently. I now live in Washington state and decided to take a mini vacation to Leavenworth, WA just prior to Christmas. Had to pass through Snoqualmie pass and one other lesser pass. I chose these chains solely based off reviews, primarily them being better than traditional chains and also ease of installation. I received the chains in 2 days (I love Prime) and did a dry run on our FWD SUV. The first tire took 10 minutes following the directions. Once I understood the sequence, the second tire took under 2 minutes. I packed everything back up into the convenient carry case and off into the Cascades we went. Conveniently, a massive winter storm just dropped 18 inches of snow across Snoqualmie Pass 2 days prior to us going there, and it was still snowing when we went. In the snow/slush on the side of the road, I was able to put these chains on without getting dirty or wet by only wearing gloves. Even more important, i had both wheels done in under 2 minutes per wheel. Performance wise, I could only go <30 MPH but I never lost traction. Vibration from the chains is minimized by sustaining a 25ish MPH speed, but at slow speed the vibration is brutal. Either way, having complete control over austere terrain was more than comforting. The chains gripped the surface like it owed them money. I felt in control, and not once did I lose control. On the return route, another massive winter storm dropped even more snow and this time it was less plowed and a lot more accumlation on the roadway. Again, I got the chains on in under 4 minutes and I was going up and down the pass without once losing control. They aren't miracle workers, but if you drive as you're supposed to in inclement weather you will not lose control of your vehicle. Both times when I traversed the pass, I stopped the vehicle, took 15 seconds to disconnect the 3 connectors, laid the chains out, backed up, and stacked and rolled both chains in under 5 minutes. I put them back in the bag and was off on my way. Once home, per instructions I took the chains out and gave them a heavy coating of WD-40 and let them dry out including the bag (rivets in the bag already started rusting after this one trip). The chains have thousands of teeth, and I drove primarily on slush with the chains and only lost a handful of teeth. They will certainly last a while and I only recommend buying an additional set of rubber tensioners as they seem to be the most likely point of failure. I did order a second set as the chains are useless without them and they easily fit in the chain storage bag. Simple review is below: Pro: -Once the sequence is understood, the chains are incredibly easy to put on. I never watched the video and just looked at the included instructions for a few minutes. -Can't compare traction ability to traditional chains, but I never lost control. You can see the deep grooves the chains make in snow and ice though. They grip exceptionally well. -Both chains roll up neatly into an easily transported package and the included carrying bag is sized appropriately where it is easy to put the chains back in plus extra tensioners if desired. Cons: -They do cost more than traditional chains, but after watching dozens of others fight with traditional chains while being snowed on the cost difference is justified. What took others 10 minutes took me half the time -- and I never got dirty (so long as you wear gloves). -The tensioner is a solid rubber ring with 6 plastic clips. As previously discussed, I feel this to be the single point of failure for the whole system. Rubber loses elasticity in the cold, and most people dont use chains in warm weather. During extended wear I could imagine the rubber hardening and eventually snapping from the pressure. Fortunately, additional tensioner packs are available and they fit in the carrying case included with these chains. TL;DR: These chains are absolutely worth the additional price. They grip exceptionally well and they are simple to put on and remove.

These chains are amazing. So easy to put on and take off, no need to re-tension them after driving for a while, and they provide great traction on snow covered roads. My only suggestion when purchasing these is to try to install them on your car *before* you are in the situation of having to install them on the side of a dark, slushy, snowy road. Once you do it the first time, you will have no trouble in the future. I also suggest tucking a cheap head-lamp into the bag so you can see what you are doing.

After receiving my cables, I practised putting them on when it was still dry out. Very easy to install and remove. When removing, I turned the tires to make it easier to access the back clip on one side, then turned the tires the other way for the other side. Later that week, we got our first snowfall and on one stretch of road I encountered two hills. The first hill I was able to maintain my speed to get up the hill without stopping. On the second hill, cars were stopped for a red light at the top and unable to get traction to go again. There was a truck and trailer stopped halfway up the hill and not moving. A Jeep was spinning his tires and starting to go sideways. It was mayhem! Pro Tip: If your tires are spinning, don't try to go faster! I pulled onto a side street and installed the chains for the second time ever, first time in the snow. They went on just as easily as when it was dry. I drove back to the road, easily climbed the hill and stopped at the top for the red light. When the light turned green, my tires slipped slightly but I went slow, gained traction and got through the intersection without any problem. On the other side, the roads were clear so I pulled into another snow-covered side street to remove the cables. No problem. Great cables! For what it's worth, they come with the rubber tensioner.

Fits well on the tire using the chart provided on Amazon to select the right size. Chain appeared very good quality. Never have a chance to test yet on the road so wont be able to comment on the performance. Kit only comes with a very low-cost, thin, transparent plastic glove and nothing else. Would be nice if come with a mini size ice scraper with hook (hard to find a stand-alone one) like the one used on demo video for installing the chain.

We use these on our Toyota Corolla. They have saved the day many times. They are easy to instal, don't damage anything and allow you to drive almost anywhere that there is enough clearance. We have used them on ice, in snow and in mud. Just be careful that you have enough clearance so you don't damage things on the underside of your vehicle.

Broke after 5 minutes of using, while driving and made cut on my tire too, The rubber part flew like a slingshot to nowhere, couldn’t find where both of them gone, it was night, it was so unsafe. Don’t buy it please, I am not left with a chain, from 4pc, only 1 left, I don’t know what to do now.