Wich tires?

**2141pete** · 08-11-2008, 12:36 AM

Ok i think I have narrowed down my pic in tires tell me what you guys think. I really like the toyo proxes but the others dont seem to bad either and a little cheaper. Any other options you all have tried out?

tires-easy.com - Details: Falken Ziex S/TZ04 305/50 R20 120H RF BSW, M+S Kennung

tires-easy.com - Details: Cooper Discoverer H/T PLUS 305/50 R20 120T XL , BLK

tires-easy.com - Details: Toyo PROXES S/T 305/50 R20 120V RF

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bigblue24v · 08-11-2008, 01:14 AM

the toyo proxes are a good tire...

another that you seem to have missed is the BFG g-force t/a kdw

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WorkhorseDiesel · 08-11-2008, 01:47 AM

The Cooper tire you have listed is T-speed rated so it should outlast the other two just based on that alone. The Toyos you have listed are V-speed rated so they will have a tendency to wear a bit faster, sacrificing for the speed rating. Unless you plan on running your rig at 149+mph, I wouldn't worry about using a V-rated tire. The T-speed rating is plenty even if you're running 1/4 miles on a regular basis. It is rated for 118mph and that's based on duration at the given speed, so for racing, I wouldn't worry about using a T-speed rated tire. The higher speed rated tires are built with a harder compound for higher speeds but the harder compound will wear faster than normal. Hope this helps.
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**2141pete** · 08-11-2008, 02:38 PM

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Originally Posted by bigblue24v

the toyo proxes are a good tire...

another that you seem to have missed is the BFG g-force t/a kdw

I thought about them but I had them on my SRT-4 a long time ago and they seemed to wear really fast. They are a heck of a tire though.

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Originally Posted by WorkhorseDiesel

The Cooper tire you have listed is T-speed rated so it should outlast the other two just based on that alone. The Toyos you have listed are V-speed rated so they will have a tendency to wear a bit faster, sacrificing for the speed rating. Unless you plan on running your rig at 149+mph, I wouldn't worry about using a V-rated tire. The T-speed rating is plenty even if you're running 1/4 miles on a regular basis. It is rated for 118mph and that's based on duration at the given speed, so for racing, I wouldn't worry about using a T-speed rated tire. The higher speed rated tires are built with a harder compound for higher speeds but the harder compound will wear faster than normal. Hope this helps.
:thumbsup

Thanks for the pointers. I like the cooper's and the toyos. I have seen alot more toyos on the road it seems like though. I think I will go with the coopers probly since they will last a little longer and they are cheaper

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**2141pete** · 08-13-2008, 01:01 AM

*BUMP* wow I expected more opinions?

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**bkjeffrey** · 08-13-2008, 01:13 AM

Hey dude, Cooper mikes a line of tire called Zeon. Theres a few different series of the Cooper Zeon tires. I like the LTZ check them out.

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**2141pete** · 08-13-2008, 01:15 AM

very well sir I shall give them a look.

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black01qcsb · 08-13-2008, 01:18 AM

id say go with the toyo proxies s/t they have 305 50 20 wich is 32.1 tall and 12.4 wide and a 325 50 20 32.8 tall and 13.2 wide and have a load rating of 3086 for both sizes, and you can get them for a decent price too

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**2141pete** · 08-13-2008, 01:20 AM

I didnt think tires would be this hard to pick

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SundayMoney · 08-13-2008, 02:05 AM

The Proxes are EXTREMELY popular in the NW. I'll bet 75-80% of the SUVs running larger than stock rims out here are running the Toyos. My mom has them on her Yukon,and my sister has them on her VW Tuareg.

They are decent tires,but they aren't great in the rain,and suck in snow or ice.

If you're sold on the Toyos,maybe wait a bit as Toyo has released a new version of the Proxes. You can see them at Toyos website.

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fordassassin · 08-13-2008, 05:16 AM

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Originally Posted by 2141pete

I didnt think tires would be this hard to pick

thats only the half of it lol..well im looking for street tires for 20x12 & 20x8.5s .and to be honest it comes down to what u need them for..like nitto 555s,cooper zeon ltz,toyo proxy,bf goodrich..if ur doing drags and high speed roll ons like i am?,, yet want slow wear.get toyo or cooper.

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CumminTryMe · 08-13-2008, 05:50 AM

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Originally Posted by 2141pete

I didnt think tires would be this hard to pick

Oh believe me pete, I know what your saying... I can pick out tires for my current rig in a few minutes. Just depends on what I'm looking for i.e. size, highway or mudder, etc. ... I've got a tire picked for every situation...

But when I was looking at getting tires picked for an 08 rc/sb 2wd gaser I had no idea where to start. I knew what I wanted but didn't know what tires had what I wanted. It got really frustrating, really quick!

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2141pete MS Chapter President Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Gulfport, MS Posts: 3,285 Thanks: 2 Thanked 5 Times in 4 Posts 2141pete's Truck Pics	Wich tires? Ok i think I have narrowed down my pic in tires tell me what you guys think. I really like the toyo proxes but the others dont seem to bad either and a little cheaper. Any other options you all have tried out? tires-easy.com - Details: Falken Ziex S/TZ04 305/50 R20 120H RF BSW, M+S Kennung tires-easy.com - Details: Cooper Discoverer H/T PLUS 305/50 R20 120T XL , BLK tires-easy.com - Details: Toyo PROXES S/T 305/50 R20 120V RF __________________ 2002 dodge 2500 4x4 24v, 175 pump, 4k GSK, 191 DV's, Mack plug, .093" lines and tubes, HD Cam, twins, 8x.011's, and a few other things

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08-11-2008, 01:14 AM	#2 (permalink)
bigblue24v Diesel Head Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: orange park, fl Posts: 2,808 Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post bigblue24v's Truck Pics	the toyo proxes are a good tire... another that you seem to have missed is the BFG g-force t/a kdw __________________ 2001 DODGE 2500 4x4 QCSB - (D) all of the above

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WorkhorseDiesel Tech Specialist Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Southwest, TX Posts: 771 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts WorkhorseDiesel's Truck Pics	The Cooper tire you have listed is T-speed rated so it should outlast the other two just based on that alone. The Toyos you have listed are V-speed rated so they will have a tendency to wear a bit faster, sacrificing for the speed rating. Unless you plan on running your rig at 149+mph, I wouldn't worry about using a V-rated tire. The T-speed rating is plenty even if you're running 1/4 miles on a regular basis. It is rated for 118mph and that's based on duration at the given speed, so for racing, I wouldn't worry about using a T-speed rated tire. The higher speed rated tires are built with a harder compound for higher speeds but the harder compound will wear faster than normal. Hope this helps. :thumbsup __________________ 2001.5 White 2500 Reg-cab • 4x4 • NV4500 • 4.10 • BHAF • WALBRO GSL392 • Edge Juice + Attitude • VALAIR HD OFE • Scangauge II • 315 Cooper S/T's • Optimas • custom black grille & blue graphics • Diesel Fuel Treatment is here

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2141pete MS Chapter President Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Gulfport, MS Posts: 3,285 Thanks: 2 Thanked 5 Times in 4 Posts 2141pete's Truck Pics	BUMP wow I expected more opinions? __________________ 2002 dodge 2500 4x4 24v, 175 pump, 4k GSK, 191 DV's, Mack plug, .093" lines and tubes, HD Cam, twins, 8x.011's, and a few other things

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bkjeffrey You can keep the change. Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: U.S.S.A. Posts: 556 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts bkjeffrey's Truck Pics	Hey dude, Cooper mikes a line of tire called Zeon. Theres a few different series of the Cooper Zeon tires. I like the LTZ check them out. __________________ 04-4x4-BD billet flexplate-billet triple disc converter-billet tranny-Edge Poop W/ a sense of humor-Arson CP3-BD lift Pump-Stainless big lines-AFE Pro dry-4" TB stainless steel exhaust-7" stack-Propane Injection-NOS-Made by me air horn-GDP grid delete-City Diesel intercooler-FS2500-mystery switch-5 gal. ViAir on-board air system-Optima blue tops- WE ARE BEHIND ENEMY LINES!

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2141pete MS Chapter President Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Gulfport, MS Posts: 3,285 Thanks: 2 Thanked 5 Times in 4 Posts 2141pete's Truck Pics	very well sir I shall give them a look. __________________ 2002 dodge 2500 4x4 24v, 175 pump, 4k GSK, 191 DV's, Mack plug, .093" lines and tubes, HD Cam, twins, 8x.011's, and a few other things

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black01qcsb Diesel Freak Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: twentynine palms Posts: 758 Thanks: 0 Thanked 2 Times in 2 Posts black01qcsb's Truck Pics	id say go with the toyo proxies s/t they have 305 50 20 wich is 32.1 tall and 12.4 wide and a 325 50 20 32.8 tall and 13.2 wide and have a load rating of 3086 for both sizes, and you can get them for a decent price too __________________ black 2001 2wd qcsb goerend billet,4.10's, juice with attitude, 5in fbd turbo back, black h2's 295/70/17 terra grap's 12k hid's 15.0 @91mph

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2141pete MS Chapter President Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Gulfport, MS Posts: 3,285 Thanks: 2 Thanked 5 Times in 4 Posts 2141pete's Truck Pics	I didnt think tires would be this hard to pick __________________ 2002 dodge 2500 4x4 24v, 175 pump, 4k GSK, 191 DV's, Mack plug, .093" lines and tubes, HD Cam, twins, 8x.011's, and a few other things

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SundayMoney Cummins Enthusiast Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Washington Posts: 234 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts SundayMoney's Truck Pics	The Proxes are EXTREMELY popular in the NW. I'll bet 75-80% of the SUVs running larger than stock rims out here are running the Toyos. My mom has them on her Yukon,and my sister has them on her VW Tuareg. They are decent tires,but they aren't great in the rain,and suck in snow or ice. If you're sold on the Toyos,maybe wait a bit as Toyo has released a new version of the Proxes. You can see them at Toyos website. __________________ 2007 3500 SRW Quad cab,long bed,Bighorn edition. 4x4,5.9,6spd,3.73s Patriot Blue