Goodyear MTR with Kevlar life
05-15-2011, 04:46 AM
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The MTRs with Kevlar do great in the sand because of the large outer tread blocks and voids, somewhat reminiscent of the paddles on a full on sand tire.
As for the miles you can get on them, it will be all over the place depending on driving style, terrain, 4 or 5 tire rotation and how much stop and go driving you do. If you take your average mpg and multiplied it by 2,000 that should get you in the ball park of what to expect in tire life. Siping and 5 tire rotation will extend tire life further.
As for the miles you can get on them, it will be all over the place depending on driving style, terrain, 4 or 5 tire rotation and how much stop and go driving you do. If you take your average mpg and multiplied it by 2,000 that should get you in the ball park of what to expect in tire life. Siping and 5 tire rotation will extend tire life further.
05-15-2011, 04:49 AM
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The MTRs with Kevlar do great in the sand because of the large outer tread blocks and voids, somewhat reminiscent of the paddles on a full on sand tire.
As for the miles you can get on them, it will be all over the place depending on driving style, terrain, 4 or 5 tire rotation and how much stop and go driving you do. If you take your average mpg and multiplied it by 2,000 that should get you in the ball park of what to expect in tire life. Siping and 5 tire rotation will extend tire life further.
As for the miles you can get on them, it will be all over the place depending on driving style, terrain, 4 or 5 tire rotation and how much stop and go driving you do. If you take your average mpg and multiplied it by 2,000 that should get you in the ball park of what to expect in tire life. Siping and 5 tire rotation will extend tire life further.
05-15-2011, 05:48 AM
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Service description shouldn't have a lot to do with tire wear, unless you really need to push the bounds of the tire design. Either by dipping into the low 20s for PSI and daily street use or the really bad idea of inflating beyond the manufacturers recommendations.
On the Toyos, you just need to do the math on the load index number. In my opinion, about the only tire that is too much for a JK is the 37x13.5x17s unless you have a seriously heavy JK. Much better to go to and 18" wheel and use the 37x13.5x18. They will still have plenty of sidewall height, not need to aired down as much for on road use and provide better ride comfort. There has been numerous complaints about just how rough of a ride the 37x17s give even aired down into a psi in the lower 20s. with the 37x18s you should be able to stay in the upper 20s and on a heavier JK lower 30s which won't compromise the tire design.
I hope that helps!
05-15-2011, 08:24 AM
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Originally Posted by JPop
Well, I have a swelling and itching brain this morning caused by people holding me down and pouring beer down my throat last night, but I'll do my best to answer.
Service description shouldn't have a lot to do with tire wear, unless you really need to push the bounds of the tire design. Either by dipping into the low 20s for PSI and daily street use or the really bad idea of inflating beyond the manufacturers recommendations.
On the Toyos, you just need to do the math on the load index number. In my opinion, about the only tire that is too much for a JK is the 37x13.5x17s unless you have a seriously heavy JK. Much better to go to and 18" wheel and use the 37x13.5x18. They will still have plenty of sidewall height, not need to aired down as much for on road use and provide better ride comfort. There has been numerous complaints about just how rough of a ride the 37x17s give even aired down into a psi in the lower 20s. with the 37x18s you should be able to stay in the upper 20s and on a heavier JK lower 30s which won't compromise the tire design.
I hope that helps!
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