skyhound Posted January 18, 2013 Report Share Posted January 18, 2013 I have a 2011 Edge Sport and I am going to be driving up to the mountains for a snowboarding trip, where chains may be required. I can't find good solid information on what to use for this vehicle. I see things that say "Never use chains, only cables" and then I see things that says Ford doesn't recommend chains OR cables. So what am I supposed to do in this case? I do not have a AWD vehicle. I know whatever I get will be expensive because of these big tires, but that's half the reason I love this model If anyone has any advice, please let me know. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lowery89 Posted January 18, 2013 Report Share Posted January 18, 2013 Big bear? I'm headed up tomorrow morning but I do have the awd sport... I grew up in Chicago and have seen my share of snow. Have you seen the weather this weekend? I'm not worried about chains and if there is snow it won't be anything that would require them... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tacyon Posted January 19, 2013 Report Share Posted January 19, 2013 Lowery89 - HA ! a lot has changed here, I'm in the burbs. This year we've virtually had NO SNOW ! two dustings and that is it ! Major bummer for those of us who enjoy the white stuff (snow) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lowery89 Posted January 19, 2013 Report Share Posted January 19, 2013 I miss the snow I'm from Plainfield but in the Marine Corps which brings me to Cali.. But no issues with with chain police or road conditions... Little icy but handled like a champ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skyhound Posted January 19, 2013 Author Report Share Posted January 19, 2013 (edited) Actually, we're headed to MAMMOTH Mountain next month, so chains or cables are usually a must. CHP won't let you up the mountain without showing them. Edited January 19, 2013 by skyhound Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Edgieguy Posted January 21, 2013 Report Share Posted January 21, 2013 (edited) I drive my Sport to the Finger Lakes region of NY quite a bit bit and even this past weekend I drove up a snow covered driveway so steep I thought for sure I'd be spinning tires, but slow and steady our edge pulled up the drive with no noticeable loss of traction. So satisfied with this awd system Edited May 14, 2013 by Edgieguy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Haz Posted January 21, 2013 Report Share Posted January 21, 2013 If you are looking for one, this is an expensive solution and one review. Good luck! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Edgieguy Posted January 21, 2013 Report Share Posted January 21, 2013 That is a great looking solution. How I love gadgets! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lee1 Posted April 30, 2013 Report Share Posted April 30, 2013 I'm new to this sight so here is my first input thoughts. I just purchased a 2013 Sport AWD and have not had the opportunity to drive it in snow here in Washington State where we get anywhere from a couple of inches to two feet of snow where I live. I don't believe I will need any traction aid with it. My 2011 Escape with AWD did great, but also had different tires. I would only want to purchase traction aid to carry in the vehicle to be legal if I was going across a pass when they required it. I have been looking at a product called, AUTOSOCK, you can learn more about them at, www.autosock.com or www.autosockus.com. They are legal in all states and look like they would work for the Sport 265/40-22 tires and the clearance that you have. I contacted the company and they said I would need there number 699 set for those tires. I have seen them for about a $100. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AirCav Posted May 12, 2013 Report Share Posted May 12, 2013 Super Z6 Cable Chains Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jkohl Posted November 19, 2013 Report Share Posted November 19, 2013 I have the 2013 Edge Sport w 22" rims. I am looking to switch out the rims/tires for smaller ones with all terrain tires (just for the winter) and am being told this is not possible. True? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SXSimmons Posted December 6, 2013 Report Share Posted December 6, 2013 I have the 2013 Edge Sport w 22" rims. I am looking to switch out the rims/tires for smaller ones with all terrain tires (just for the winter) and am being told this is not possible. True? I was told the same thing by my dealer. They said switching out the tires and rims would void the warranty and could screw up the AWD system. Ive seen a bunch of people do it on here and other sites. Ive called a few other dealers and tire places and have gotten mixed answers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chicher18 Posted December 16, 2014 Report Share Posted December 16, 2014 Personally used cables on the 20s but not the 22s. These should still fit the fronts with no problem, and I know what the manual says. 22s cables Z-579 which have no contact with wheel or the Super Z-6 work great too for low clearance applications SZ441 for the 20s you can us Z-575 or the SZ435 and like I said I do have personal experience with these. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mirage52 Posted December 18, 2014 Report Share Posted December 18, 2014 Has anyone used tire socks before? I have a FWD and put some on my Christmas list, hopefully I get them but the winter in Md has been mild so far. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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