As, I said, the '54 and up chains lay right when inserted right. The bend of the hook makes them lay right. If you have repro hooks they may need to be bent to match original ones. Mine did.

"It's just a phase. He'll grow out of it." Mama, 1964

1956 Chevy 1/2-ton 3100
1953 Chevy 6100 "The Yard dog"
1954 GMC Suburban Now with a new proud owner.