I have done this often and here is my experience. Yes it will work. Although, depending on the tire, it can tear up the mud flap (in front of the Tire), and possibly rub on your exhaust can. So, move the axle adjuster back, which will might call another link in your chain so the tire doesn't tear up the mud flap. You can also reef on the can to move it (bend it a bit) so the knobs of the tire don't rub on your can.