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I have had Bridgestone 697's on for 87,000 km now.
Their grip is quite good. They were barely marked after a Simpson trip, where they performed brilliantly.
But the noise is the issue. Not too bad up to 50,00 km, but since then it gets worse and worse. I have been tempted to change them quite few times despite having plenty of tread depth left. But then I look at the cost an leave them.
I am torn myself as to what to do when I replace them.
Hankook ATs are looking promising. Good load rating and well priced. I'm trialling a pair on our camper trailer. Good overseas reviews.
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Originally Posted by DiscoMick
Mick, out of interest how do you compare tyres for your rig by trialling them on a camper trailer? Serious question......
New tyres chew a lot of money and if you get it wrong then the big spend on them can be wasted. In a perfect world there would be a "try & drive" option but sadly that is just wishful thinking.Quote:
Originally Posted by Naviguesser
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Originally Posted by Naviguesser
I finally made a decision re replacement tyres and chose Yokohama Geolander GO12 AT's.
I looked critically at my needs, travel routines and read a lot of reviews before purchasing. My normal driving pattern is around 40% bitumen and 60% bush tracks with these tracks being mainly stone orientated rather than muddy.
On bitumen the GO12s have proven to be very quiet with good grip and it is now a pleasure to drive. I certainly don't miss the roar from the Dunlop Grandtreck AT3s I just replaced on it. 'It' by the way is a 2013 4WD Grand Vitara. The steering is now a lot lighter too.
I also simultaneously replaced the tyres on her indoors 2WD 2013 Urban Grand Vitara. It's use is solely as a bitumen runner so it got Yokohama Geolander GO 12s. I haven't driven that car car with its new boots on yet.
Great deal from Bob Jane too - 4 Yoko tyres for the price of 3 so only $660 for each car including fitting, balancing and old tyre disposal ? both wear 225 x 65 x 17's.
I was totally unfamiliar with them, but was offered a set for the camper at a good price, so I just thought I'd see how they go.Quote:
Originally Posted by weeds
Obviously the vehicle is a different use, but it's interesting how many Hankooks I am noticing in car parks now.
These are 7.50 x 16 Goodyear Wrangler AT tyres on a 110 200 tdi. They are tube type tyres. There's a very good depth of thread on them. As it's a 200 tdi I don't notice any tyre noise. Don't know if you would hear them in a Puma as it's a quieter vehicle. As they are a recent fitment I can't offer any advice as regards longevity.
Are they the Goodyears with kevlar in the sidewalls? Can I ask what they cost? Might be interested next year in a set of 235/85/16s.Quote:
Originally Posted by spudfan
The sidewall says that it is a 6PR tyre.
Thread 5 plies - 2 polyester cord, 2 steel cord, 1 polyamide cord.
Sidewall 2 plies polyester cord.
Cost for four tyres fitted and balanced AUD 802 at todays rate.
The tread blocks on mine look different to the one on the GOODYEAR page which says that there is Kevlar in them. Here is the blurb'....
The Wrangler Radial tire was developed specifically for modern vehicles with four-wheel drive, operating both on the road and in the field. Perfect for rough terrain with a unique tread pattern that quickly removes mud from the wheels for maximum traction even in the most demanding times.
Self-cleaning grooves disperse water from under the tire, mud and snow, effectively preventing the occurrence of the phenomenon of aquaplaning. SilentArmor technology allows Wrangler Radial tires allow for smooth over rough terrain off-road without damaging them.
The internal structure of the tire is fitted with two layers of Kevlar fiber developed by DuPont, increases resistance to punctures and cuts. In addition, damping layer helps to absorb noise generated during the rolling of the tire on the road, greatly increasing comfort. Moreover, the system of massive blocks ensures driving stability and precise steering response, providing maximum control of the vehicle in all kinds of terrain and weather.
Also mine don't have white lettering (thank God!). All mine have a 2016 manufacturing date on them. I do not think there is 235/85/16 version of it.
Thanks. Sound like a good buy.
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