15" Alloy Wheels VS. 15" Steel Wheels
08-03-2012, 05:06 AM
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So I was about to call discount tire today to place my order and my wife calls about some sound coming from her car. Mind you I just bought tires from a local discount tire store near us. So I get home to check and Well guess what they forgot to tighten the lugs. My wifes wheels yes WHEELS were about to fall off. That right there is a total turn off. Put your trust into a place like that and this is what happens. BS. Sorry discount tire but im looking else where. My wife could have lost her life god forbid.
HOW DO YOU FORGET TO TIGHTEN LUG NUTS WHEN YOUR WHOLE WORLD IS WHEELS AND TIRES?
HOW DO YOU FORGET TO TIGHTEN LUG NUTS WHEN YOUR WHOLE WORLD IS WHEELS AND TIRES?
08-03-2012, 05:13 AM
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Originally Posted by thedrod
You might want to troll at the discount tire store, not here. The guys at DTD had nothing to do with this.
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08-03-2012, 07:08 AM
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08-03-2012, 07:24 AM
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Originally Posted by Discount Tire
I'm sorry to hear about what happened. I recommend speaking with the store manager directly about your experience.
08-03-2012, 07:30 AM
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No need to apologize. I too would be upset if I had a similar experience. Our number one goal is our customers safety and complete satisfaction. Thank you for contacting your local store and giving them the opportunity to make it right.
Last edited by Discount Tire; 08-03-2012 at 07:37 AM.
08-12-2012, 10:01 AM
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Got mine installed. They look great, but I'm getting some rotational clicking I think from front drivers side. It's not a rock or a nail. Wondering if the 15s could be rubbing. Thought it was sticky residue from packaging but it's wore off now. Any help?!?
08-13-2012, 05:39 AM
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Looks like a great option for the new 2 door we are getting for my son today 
As to the BFG MT vs MTR vs Duratrac debate.
I've had all 3, 2 of them on the current jeep in 37". The MT's are great for crawling and mud, and they started out great on road, but developed pretty bad front cupping after about 20k and eventually were very LOUD. Even with frequent rotation. They are flat out terrible in the snow/ice that we see for 6+ months out of the year here in the high country in New Mexico (I live at 8000 ft). I replaced them with MTR's and have been very happy so far with them. Nearly 20k driven and they are not wearing in the same cupping pattern the MT's did (with same alignment and rotation). They are equally as good on the rocks (Las Cruces, Moab for me) and have held up exceptionally well. They are far better in the snow and ice.
Having said all that - I'd switch to the Duratrac's in a heartbeat if they were avail. in 37". I have them on the Dodge 2500 and the Tacoma. They work amazingly well in the ice/snow, and are good in the rocks. They wear very well (even in that heavy ass'ed Cummins), and are quiet and stable on the highway.
As to the BFG MT vs MTR vs Duratrac debate.
I've had all 3, 2 of them on the current jeep in 37". The MT's are great for crawling and mud, and they started out great on road, but developed pretty bad front cupping after about 20k and eventually were very LOUD. Even with frequent rotation. They are flat out terrible in the snow/ice that we see for 6+ months out of the year here in the high country in New Mexico (I live at 8000 ft). I replaced them with MTR's and have been very happy so far with them. Nearly 20k driven and they are not wearing in the same cupping pattern the MT's did (with same alignment and rotation). They are equally as good on the rocks (Las Cruces, Moab for me) and have held up exceptionally well. They are far better in the snow and ice.
Having said all that - I'd switch to the Duratrac's in a heartbeat if they were avail. in 37". I have them on the Dodge 2500 and the Tacoma. They work amazingly well in the ice/snow, and are good in the rocks. They wear very well (even in that heavy ass'ed Cummins), and are quiet and stable on the highway.
08-13-2012, 03:13 PM
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Are you still experiencing this? The wheels shouldn't be rubbing against anything. I assume you are hearing the clicking at all times and not only while turning?