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We have cables for the Toyota matrix. Easier to install than chains but not as much traction. Got bogged down in heavier snow once with them, but its not a very heavy or powerful vehicle. The Spike Spiders look neat and easy, but pricy. How often have you had to use them and what kind of car are they on? Generally its been an issue of getting up the hill to the highway and maybe a few more miles. Then take them off.
My ATT land line did exactly as you describe when I was up after Christmas. They will make you check for a dial tone with a old fashioned phone at the main entry point before they let you schedule a service call so you might as well do that prior to calling them. They said they would fix it this week and it seems they have since my answering machine now picks up.
Since you only have internet, no land line phone, you are at the mercy of Comcast and the weather. Comcast is less stable than an ATT land line. My experience over the last 15 years is that the land line never goes down, even in the most severe storms. Actually pretty amazing. So I just suck it up and pay ATT because it has been so reliable for me.
This is the first time I have been up here with Internet service but no landline phone. Anyone else having trouble? I guess with the wind we had recently there could be a branch shorting out the line. When I call the phone from my cell phone it rings but when I pick up all I hear is a hum.
I tried an old fashioned phone in the jack and no luck there either.
Steve
I have set of Spike Spiders for my wife’s car. Expensive but they are designed to only go around the outside of the tire/wheel on cars with little clearance.
You must carry chains, there are cables that are thinner than the standard chains and will work on a Subaru.
We have had 6 Subarus and only had to put on chains once (should of stayed home).
Enjoy the new car.In reading the hand book on our 2011 Outback they recomend not using traction devices.I do carry cables to comply with CHP rules, however if the road conditions are so bad that I felt I needed them I would stay home if at all posibale. The electronic controls on these cars really do a good job in the snow. I think in time you will be pleased with the winter performance.
Just bought a 2015 Subaru Outback. So of course has all-wheel drive. Any comments or suggestions on usage during the winter. Should I have traction device such as cables. Doesn’t look like there is a lot of clearance for them. Should I be able to get by without them. Are there any alternatives. What is the experience with stock all-weather tires. I know Subaru is pretty popular around here, so there should be some good advice out there.
I had chains for my previous rear-wheel two-wheel drive truck and that would churn through just about anything. But it was a big hassle. Hoping that this new ride will be a lot more convenient!
Your insurance company and lender, if any, will also want to make sure you have the proper permits… not just the County.. 😉
…and you have to disclose any non-permitted construction when you go to sell your property, which could affect it’s value … 😉Hello, My name is Allen Shaw. I am a local general contractor that does Design – AutoCad drafting – Construction all in house………I can provide a complete packet for the county permit and finish the project to any stage as required. I have just finished a project that is what your looking aat and would be glad to take you be and answer any questions you have, as well as provide you with a proposal for your own project. Thank you for your time…..Allen Shaw
http://www.allenshawconstruction.comPS. I live here in Dorrington and have been here for over 35 years.
And decks built 3 years ago did not need an engineer to plan them. With our stable soil, piers, posts and joists, sizes and spans are all listed in charts which anyone can look up online and the building dept has all those same charts. The county building department helps generate income for engineers it seems to me. Oh well…
@caleach – Whatever you decide to do, all the county wants is permit money. And more permit money. Oh, did I mention permit money? It’s amazing how there are cabins in Dorrington built in the 1940s and 1950s that are still standing. No permits required back then.
