Need help with tire choices
#12
So I'm stuck between the Fun Country II's, Cooper STT's and the Mickey MTZ's
Still leaning more towards the Mickey's and considering doing the 305's as Tainter suggested. I found them on tirebuyer for 295.00 but I'm confused about the sizing as they have 2 different designations and not sure which is the correct size. They have listed:
LT305/70R16/10 and LT305/70R16/8
I'm assuming that the very last number at the end is the rim size?
Still leaning more towards the Mickey's and considering doing the 305's as Tainter suggested. I found them on tirebuyer for 295.00 but I'm confused about the sizing as they have 2 different designations and not sure which is the correct size. They have listed:
LT305/70R16/10 and LT305/70R16/8
I'm assuming that the very last number at the end is the rim size?
#13
I'm going to state the obvious. ..lol no offroad use for you but some snow and ice.
I'd spend time looking at a good winter tire like blizzac or the like. Best winter tire I've ever had hands down were my Interco Super Swampers hand siped/scalped. They could go through two for of snow. Down side 9 mpg. Hahaha!
I'd spend time looking at a good winter tire like blizzac or the like. Best winter tire I've ever had hands down were my Interco Super Swampers hand siped/scalped. They could go through two for of snow. Down side 9 mpg. Hahaha!
This is the description of the MTZ (is this accurate or will these wear down fast with daily driving 80%city and 20%highway) I'm already expecting to see a decrease in MPG if I goto the 305's:
Ready to play in the mud or hit the street for a bit of nightlife, the Mickey Thompson Baja MTZ Radial delivers superior performance without sacrificing bold good looks. With an aggressive tread that takes on mud and snow with ease, this tire also provides solid handling and driving confidence. High mileage wear and a smooth ride complete the package the Baja MTZ Radial offers, making it an excellent choice for drivers who like to play hard -- and look good doing it.
#14
ATZs are also good tires, just a further compromise away from the MTZ closer to a regular AT tire, they come in 2 types (ATZ and ATZ+ which is more of a street version). The difference is the spacing between the lugs and size of the side biters.
ATZ
ATZ Plus
MTZ
ATZ
ATZ Plus
MTZ
Last edited by Doc Olds; 09-26-2014 at 12:36 PM.
#15
bought the Mickey MTZ's
pulled the trigger this weekend and bought the Mickey MTZ's. Got them from PepBoys for 260.00 each. I went with the LT305/70R16.
Now I have one other question but don't want it blown out of proportion (it's a lift question):
I know you said they will fit without adjusting the torsions. My question is, If I level the truck by cranking the torsions to 23.5", is it necessary to buy the Bilstein leveling shocks, or can I just purchase the bigger bump stops and keep the stock shocks in place? I went to Monroe to get a price on shocks and he quoted me 780.00 for 4 shocks!
I wanted to crank the torsions prior to getting the alignment and tire installation but worried about the "nosedive" that everyone mentions and how drastic it is...
Now I have one other question but don't want it blown out of proportion (it's a lift question):
I know you said they will fit without adjusting the torsions. My question is, If I level the truck by cranking the torsions to 23.5", is it necessary to buy the Bilstein leveling shocks, or can I just purchase the bigger bump stops and keep the stock shocks in place? I went to Monroe to get a price on shocks and he quoted me 780.00 for 4 shocks!
I wanted to crank the torsions prior to getting the alignment and tire installation but worried about the "nosedive" that everyone mentions and how drastic it is...
#16
I have been running the OEM shocks for many years with the Hunner 1/2" nut trick and no extended progressive dampeners. Yes, there is some nose dive but it is not Drastic nor Dramatic.
By placing a 1/2" thick nut on the top of the OEM shock and reinstalling it you will gain the 1/2'' and be back in the "sweet spot" of the shock. I only level to 23 1/4" which is almost the same as 23 1/2" everyone recommends.
I now have Pro Comp ES9000s up front (with the Hunner nut trick) and love the ride (Less than $55 per shock):
Front:915580
Rear:924503
By placing a 1/2" thick nut on the top of the OEM shock and reinstalling it you will gain the 1/2'' and be back in the "sweet spot" of the shock. I only level to 23 1/4" which is almost the same as 23 1/2" everyone recommends.
I now have Pro Comp ES9000s up front (with the Hunner nut trick) and love the ride (Less than $55 per shock):
Front:915580
Rear:924503
#18
At 23 1/4" I was just barely off the bump stops and didn't notice excessive nose dive like I did at 23 1/2". The stock adventure shocks are my favorite without spending big money on remote reservoir shocks. I have tried the Monroes and they are cushy, too soft in fact.
#19
I got the tires put on yesterday. Was going to have them turn the torsion bolts to lift it and do the alignment but they found that I have a right inner tie-rod which is beginning to go bad (of course they tell me this after they have mounted the tires on the truck); My old tires wore evenly all around so I don't think the tie-rod is very bad yet but I'm looking to get it replaced in the next day or so. The Tech was afraid to turn the torsion bolts as he had never done it before (they were gonna do it for free), I even provided him with step-by-step instructions with pics from one of the sticky threads on here. I'll just do it myself right before taking it to get the tierod and alignment done.
Anyway, huge thanks to everyone who chimed in and especially to Tainter and Doc Olds who convinced me to go to 305's! Ride looks much better with the bigger tires and can't wait for some snow; gonna check with some of my co-workers who do off-roading to try it a few times.
Anyway, huge thanks to everyone who chimed in and especially to Tainter and Doc Olds who convinced me to go to 305's! Ride looks much better with the bigger tires and can't wait for some snow; gonna check with some of my co-workers who do off-roading to try it a few times.