Pro Comp Xterrain vs Duratracs (my first jeep)
12-30-2011, 01:06 PM
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Pro Comp Xterrain vs Duratracs (my first jeep)
So I have been rocking a 2010 JK 2DR since august and I've had a little off-road fun since then and now I am looking into upgrades.
My first observation, after browsing around a few forums, is that I am a newb in every since of the word when it comes to wheeling so I am taking it slow and just starting with tires. Pro comp is having a sale now by 3 get the 4th free, I was going to buy 5, and that got me looking at the Pro Comp Xterrain Tires, which I cannot find anything negative about, but as far as best daily driver/ offroad tires everyone is saying either nitto trial grappler or, even more so, Duratracs. I'm stuck on price so nittos are out and I'm looking at pouncing on the Xterrains, Duratracs are a bit more pricey. how well would these run without spacers? would they at all? If there are people out there who have some insight on this I would very much appreciate it.
Thanks
My first observation, after browsing around a few forums, is that I am a newb in every since of the word when it comes to wheeling so I am taking it slow and just starting with tires. Pro comp is having a sale now by 3 get the 4th free, I was going to buy 5, and that got me looking at the Pro Comp Xterrain Tires, which I cannot find anything negative about, but as far as best daily driver/ offroad tires everyone is saying either nitto trial grappler or, even more so, Duratracs. I'm stuck on price so nittos are out and I'm looking at pouncing on the Xterrains, Duratracs are a bit more pricey. how well would these run without spacers? would they at all? If there are people out there who have some insight on this I would very much appreciate it.
Thanks
12-30-2011, 03:12 PM
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I am going with Duratacs myself. Did my research and they seem to be the best tire for me. Just installed my 1.5" Spidertrax wheel spacers today and they look awesome.
12-30-2011, 03:17 PM
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So I have been rocking a 2010 JK 2DR since august and I've had a little off-road fun since then and now I am looking into upgrades.
My first observation, after browsing around a few forums, is that I am a newb in every since of the word when it comes to wheeling so I am taking it slow and just starting with tires. Pro comp is having a sale now by 3 get the 4th free, I was going to buy 5, and that got me looking at the Pro Comp Xterrain Tires, which I cannot find anything negative about, but as far as best daily driver/ offroad tires everyone is saying either nitto trial grappler or, even more so, Duratracs. I'm stuck on price so nittos are out and I'm looking at pouncing on the Xterrains, Duratracs are a bit more pricey. how well would these run without spacers? would they at all? If there are people out there who have some insight on this I would very much appreciate it.
Thanks
My first observation, after browsing around a few forums, is that I am a newb in every since of the word when it comes to wheeling so I am taking it slow and just starting with tires. Pro comp is having a sale now by 3 get the 4th free, I was going to buy 5, and that got me looking at the Pro Comp Xterrain Tires, which I cannot find anything negative about, but as far as best daily driver/ offroad tires everyone is saying either nitto trial grappler or, even more so, Duratracs. I'm stuck on price so nittos are out and I'm looking at pouncing on the Xterrains, Duratracs are a bit more pricey. how well would these run without spacers? would they at all? If there are people out there who have some insight on this I would very much appreciate it.
Thanks
12-30-2011, 04:49 PM
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Xterrains are mediocre off-road (depending on the terrain) and pretty bad on-road.
Duratracs are good to great off-road (depending on the terrain) and fantastic on-road.
If you're considering a Pro Comp tire because you want to take advantage of the sale, look into the Xtreme M/T. Like the Duratrac they're a very well-rounded tire; a bit more aggressive off-road, but with the expected tradeoffs on-road. I liked mine, but the Duratracs are better for my dual-purpose needs.
Duratracs are good to great off-road (depending on the terrain) and fantastic on-road.
If you're considering a Pro Comp tire because you want to take advantage of the sale, look into the Xtreme M/T. Like the Duratrac they're a very well-rounded tire; a bit more aggressive off-road, but with the expected tradeoffs on-road. I liked mine, but the Duratracs are better for my dual-purpose needs.
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12-30-2011, 05:18 PM
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I have the Xrerrain ATs on my TJ and they've been great in CO and TX. 40k warranty, stay balanced and generally a well rounded tire.
I would put a set on my JK if they had a size I wanted.
I would put a set on my JK if they had a size I wanted.
12-30-2011, 07:20 PM
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I have the pro-comps on my 03 but i have the Goodyear Duratracs on my 09 and hands down the duratrac is a better tire,putting them on my wifes '10 liberty soon....great tire...good luck on your choice and welcome to wheeling!!!