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Grade 70 chain (usually gold in color for identification purposes) is what is often used for DOT required transport tie-downs. You can find it at most hardware stores.

1/2" Grade 70 x 20' is available from Horrid Fright reasonably.
Don't wrap it tight! You need room for the tire to expand.

just me wrote: ↑Tue Dec 10, 2024 10:09 am 1/2" Grade 70 x 20' is available from Horrid Fright reasonably.
Don't wrap it tight! You need room for the tire to expand.

1/2" grade 70 chains seems like overkill for this application: Working Load Limit: 11,300 lbs. Break Strength: 45,200 lbs. Great if you already own something that size, but seems like a lot if you are going to run out an buy some chain specifically for tire changes.

Overkill versus having your head taken off by the ring makes the decision an easy one!
Gary

FWIW, I get a little hinky about "McGivering" solutions that intrude on well-established and safe processes. It's best to find a tire shop with the right equipment to handle the tires safely.

A transport chain, overkill or not, (or any other alternative) is not designed to be a tire cage.

Hope that helps.

Just as an FYI, in a worst case scenario, a tire cage is a one time use device. They don't survive.

Here is what I did. viewtopic.php?t=6936

I didn't say in the post but once the lock ring and chain was on, I inflated it with the ring facing down.