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Originally Posted by Garcia
Thanks for the insights. I bought a regular series L, not the Grand L. I plan on putting chains on; with my current setup and R4 tires, getting the chains on without getting "swallowed up" by the treads takes a little finesse. I am thinking the tread on the R14 lend themselves a bit better to chains.
On the other hand, the R4s seem to be a more substantial tire. Turf tires are not a good option given the amount of field work I do - and almost no work on the lawn.
Keep the thoughts coming - I have another week or so before I have to decide.
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Yes R14s may be friendlier to chains. I assume that you know this chain install approach: Block the front wheels from rolling and use a floor jack in rear center to lift the rear tires an inch or two. Lay out the chains to the rear and drape one end over the tire. Tie a cord to each side of the chain and loop forward to catch onto the tread. With trans in neutral hand rotate the tire forward until the chain comes around.