Best Tires for Western NY

[Dusty]

No, not really other than the price. I'm looking at $316/tire. I'd like to spend less, but I'm not sure if that's going to happen. Both sets I have had have not lasted what Goodyear says they will. They are fantastic tires until you get around 30% life then braking seems off and wet traction definitely isn't there anymore. They got me through some tough winter storms, as well as the Blizzard of 22. I might wind up buying a 3rd set, but I'm just looking at exploring options is all! Definitely rotate them too!

I paid $289 a piece for the LT275/65R18 Duratracs installed at my dealer. Road Force balance was $20 a piece. The local Goodyear store price was $329, plus all the extras.

Regards,
Dusty
2019 Ram 1500 Billet Silver Laramie Quad Cab 2WD, 5.7 Hemi, 8HP75, 3.21 axle, 33-gallon fuel tank, 18” wheels. Build Date: 3 June 2018. Now at 98443 miles.

 

[Jeepwalker]

I don't know what size you need or what model G/Y youre looking at. I know THESE Wranglers $130 ea (-$50 sale) are great in the winter and snow from my past experience. 113-rates isn't real high, so decide if you want those. It if you're just a pavement pounder and occasional hauler, they'd work. 113's are what I had on my Ram for the last few yrs till last year and they worked fine. Check your truck's door sticker & manual if yer not sure.

Ok, if cost is a big concern, it's hard to beat Walmart on tires. They mount for free, and I think even disposal is no charge (verify that though in case I'm thinking backwards). That's where a lot of tire shops get ya ...the misc charges. Of course valve stems and balance is extra. A set of those Goodyear Wranglers out the door would be about $600 minus taxes. Where are you going to find a set of tires for that?!! LOL. Right now they're out of stock but keep your eye open.

Or a set of THESE Coopers which I have on my truck (and love them) for about $660 a set (taxes not incl). They ride great and I like them a lot. Theyre a 115 rated tire, so you can haul a little. If you want a 10-ply 123 rated tire than THESE would be good. Figure $730 a set. Like I say, most tire shops can't touch walmart when you figure the out-the-door price.

Check for fall sales.... Goodyear puts out some pretty good sales this time of year till Thanksgiving. Maybe you'll save some extra $$.

I agree with Dusty ...on the Road Force balance tires. I have mine mounted by Walmart and take them to my buddy at the GM garage to Road Force balance them. It's worth the $$

 

[TomB 1269]

Albany NY area, and I run Cooper AT3 4S, make sure its the 4S as they are a true 4 season tire and are great in the snow compared to the wranglers.
I did stay with factor size as that is the only one with a "P" rate and I did not want the stiff ride of an LT. I had the older version of the AT3 4S, aka: ATW+4 that were Lts on my F150 FX4 SCrew and they were a much firmer ride over stock P rates tires.

 

[OttxRvinn]

I don't know what size you need or what model G/Y youre looking at. I know THESE Wranglers $130 ea (-$50 sale) are great in the winter and snow from my past experience. 113-rates isn't real high, so decide if you want those. It if you're just a pavement pounder and occasional hauler, they'd work. 113's are what I had on my Ram for the last few yrs till last year and they worked fine. Check your truck's door sticker & manual if yer not sure.

Ok, if cost is a big concern, it's hard to beat Walmart on tires. They mount for free, and I think even disposal is no charge (verify that though in case I'm thinking backwards). That's where a lot of tire shops get ya ...the misc charges. Of course valve stems and balance is extra. A set of those Goodyear Wranglers out the door would be about $600 minus taxes. Where are you going to find a set of tires for that?!! LOL. Right now they're out of stock but keep your eye open.

Or a set of THESE Coopers which I have on my truck (and love them) for about $660 a set (taxes not incl). They ride great and I like them a lot. Theyre a 115 rated tire, so you can haul a little. If you want a 10-ply 123 rated tire than THESE would be good. Figure $730 a set. Like I say, most tire shops can't touch walmart when you figure the out-the-door price.

Check for fall sales.... Goodyear puts out some pretty good sales this time of year till Thanksgiving. Maybe you'll save some extra $$.

I agree with Dusty ...on the Road Force balance tires. I have mine mounted by Walmart and take them to my buddy at the GM garage to Road Force balance them. It's worth the $$

Thank you sir. I'm looking to keep my tires stock which are 275/60R20 which the 20" rims are a killer in pricing. I can get tires pretty cheap through this one place out by me, but it seems every time I go cheap I regret it. Lol! For instance, I can get the Fallen Wildpeaks about $245/tire through this one place and all of the other places they're between $290 - $300. Price isn't too much of a concern. I'm just trying to shop around a bit more now but I'm willing to pay extra for better quality vs pay down the line is all. I'll check into Walmart and the roadforce balance as I don't believe I have ever had that done before

 

[Jeepwalker]

Cool! There are a lot of good tire places and many decent tires avail these days. Keep looking. Buy what tickles your fancy and fits your needs/budget. Let us know what you get.
Happy truckin'!

 

[LouM]

I sure do wish the manufactures would go back to a narrower tire with the same heights. These wide tires just ride up on top of every thing and lose traction.
I've always liked a 25 or 245 mm tire width.

 

[Dusty]

I sure do wish the manufactures would go back to a narrower tire with the same heights. These wide tires just ride up on top of every thing and lose traction.
I've always liked a 25 or 245 mm tire width.

People nowadays look at the "skinny" tires on a WWII Jeep or WC and wonder how the heck they were so effective in various terrain.

Of course, most auto manufacturers are using much wider wheel widths which make it difficult to go to a narrower tire.

Regards,
Dusty
2019 Ram 1500 Billet Silver Laramie Quad Cab 2WD, 5.7 Hemi, 8HP75, 3.21 axle, 33-gallon fuel tank, 18” wheels. Build Date: 3 June 2018. Now at 98528 miles.

 

[Jeepwalker]

Except those skinny tires also meant lousy road-holding and cornering performance. Ever watch those older car reviews doing the slolom?