Do I need chains on my tires right to get to Reno?

[ahj1937]

I honestly have no clue. I have a Ford Explorer SUV. How do I know if I need to put chains on my tires?

[StraitShooter]

No clue live in miami.You get any leads on work yet or a place to stay man?

[VegasInsider]

Chains on your tires?? I grew up in New England...you'll be fine.

[ahj1937]

No leads. I am leaving tomorrow morning. I dont even know if I need chains on my tires... wish someone could answer this for me as when it comes to automotive knowledge I am pretty much clueless.

[phish4buds]

No you will be fine

[ahj1937]

Chains on your tires?? I grew up in New England...you'll be fine.

But aren't there checkpoints where they make sure you have chains?

[ahj1937]

No you will be fine

How do you know? Where are you from?

[MickeyMan]

You wont need chains

[VegasInsider]

If you have 4WD, which I'm assuming your Explorer does, you'll be more than fine.

[ahj1937]

But guys, I just got this off of Caltrans:


This highway information is the latest reported as of Wednesday, March 2, 2011 at 21:43 .


I 80
[IN THE SAN FRANCISCO BAY AREA - SOLANO CO]
A HIGH WIND ADVISORY IS IN EFFECT AT THE SAN FRANCISCO-OAKLAND BAY BRIDGE
/IN SAN FRANCISCO/ (SAN FRANCISCO,ALAMEDA CO) - TRAVEL IS NOT RECOMMENDED
FOR CAMPERS, TRAILERS OR PERMIT LOADS

[IN NORTHERN CALIFORNIA & THE SIERRA NEVADA]
CHAINS ARE REQUIRED ON ALL VEHICLES EXCEPT 4-WHEEL-DRIVE VEHICLES WITH SNOW
TIRES ON ALL 4 WHEELS FROM KINGVALE (PLACER CO) TO THE DONNER LAKE INTERCHANGE
(NEVADA CO)

EASTBOUND TRUCKS ARE BEING SCREENED AT APPLEGATE (PLACER CO) - DRIVERS MUST
HAVE MAXIMUM CHAINS IN THEIR POSSESSION IN ORDER TO PROCEED - PERMIT LOADS ARE
PROHIBITED

WESTBOUND TRUCKS ARE BEING SCREENED AT PROSSER RD /IN TRUCKEE/ (NEVADA CO)
- DRIVERS MUST HAVE MAXIMUM CHAINS IN THEIR POSSESSION IN ORDER TO PROCEED
- PERMIT LOADS ARE PROHIBITED

[pennsylvania209]

Its always a good idea to carry chains. Remember the Boy Scout Motto.

[MickeyMan]

They say that all the time..its a big overreaction...with your vehicle your fine

[StraitShooter]

Hell at least check your oil and water before you take off

I hope you have a lap top and keep us posted. would like to see this turn into a success story and one day you look back at this and laugh and write a book called "Rags to riches"

Remember its hard work that will make or break you..just bet 5-10 20 bucks max on a couple sports games until you are settled. Too much pressure to win to enjoy the games as you should

Let us know when you land a job I have a feeling that you will and will say a prayer for you

Dont be afraid to work two jobs and dont get caught up with the druggies.
tomorrow you will face the cross roads in your life if you are clear minded, hard working and determined you will do much better for yourself than you ever expected

[ahj1937]

But when they say they are required, doesnt that mean they wont allow me to continue without them?

[phish4buds]

For semis only, driven on road many times with Subaru

[ahj1937]

Hell at least check your oil and water before you take off

I hope you have a lap top and keep us posted. would like to see this turn into a success story and one day you look back at this and laugh and write a book called "Rags to riches"

Remember its hard work that will make or break you..just bet 5-10 20 bucks max on a couple sports games until you are settled. Too much pressure to win to enjoy the games as you should

Let us know when you land a job I have a feeling that you will and will say a prayer for you

Dont be afraid to work two jobs and dont get caught up with the druggies.
tomorrow you will face the cross roads in your life if you are clear minded, hard working and determined you will do much better for yourself than you ever expected

Txs pal. Say a prayer for me, I appreciate it.

My laptop is actually broken, anyone have any ideas how I can cap, games, check sbrforum, etc while I am there? Cheaper the better...

You guys are great. I wish I would have started posting sooner.

[MickeyMan]

just semis

[StraitShooter]

I know the public libraries in Miami dont let you access gambling sites but maybe its different in vegas

I am 46 years old and never been to las vegas

[ahj1937]

For semis only, driven on road many times with Subaru

where you from?

[Deuce]

This guy is a joke right? No offense, but this is funny stuff. Good work.

[itchypickle]

Was just there 2 weeks ago...drove from Reno to S Lake Tahoe...you will be okay. Enjoy the trip

[ahj1937]

I know the public libraries in Miami dont let you access gambling sites but maybe its different in vegas

I am 46 years old and never been to las vegas

Going to Reno not Vegas. I need to hit a big parlay that would be huge

[phish4buds]

East bay

[pennsylvania209]

Do u have a smartphone? That will help u.

[tony_come]

carry the in your car

those guys that work along the highway can help put the chains on the tires...just ask

[ahj1937]

East bay

where in the East Bay?

[phish4buds]

where in the East Bay?

San leandro, anymore questions?:cheers

[ahj1937]

Do u have a smartphone? That will help u.

vile whore of a wife took everything.

[beerman2619]

chain up bro.

[ahj1937]

Some are saying I need them some are saying I dont. Great.

[ahj1937]

According to this "DRIVERS MUST HAVE MAXIMUM CHAINS IN THEIR POSSESSION IN ORDER TO PROCEED"

[ahj1937]

What the hell does that mean? This is so stupid.

[phish4buds]

Ok I'll tell you one more time, yu don't need them, that's last time

[ahj1937]

Ok I'll tell you one more time, yu don't need them, that's last time

I think the Caltrans website has a little more credibility than you.

[phish4buds]

Then why did you ask, just trying to help you out but really you didn't want the advice of someone who has knowledge of said situation