John on Fri, 04 Feb 2011 18:46:04 -0500 typed
in rec.crafts.metalworking the following:

get a spare set of tires and mount the chains on them, preferably snow
tires.

Also, make sure you have extra weight over the driving axle... a couple
of sand bags and shovel in the trunk, Another trick is to carry a
couple of containers of salt from the food store in the trunk to apply
to the wheels when getting slightly stuck.

Kitty litter. If you have cats, you can use it in the summer, if
not, give it to your friends (or the local shelter.)

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