I'm about the pull the trigger on a set of LT265/70/R17 tires for my 1985 Ford F-250, and still debating the different options, was hoping you folks could help.
I'm trying to keep price in mind, while getting a decent tire that will last a reasonably long time. Vehicle usage is about 15-20k per year, primarily in snowy/icy wintertime conditions. I need an "E" load rating, as the truck is used for towing/hauling at least a few times in the spring/summer.
My current set are Michelin LTX AT2, which have been decent, though the tread blocks were not as robust as I would have liked-- There is a lot of pitting and gouging in the tread (essentially pieces broke off, especially later in the tire's life) which is surprising as my off-road use is mostly limited to semi-maintained Colorado back roads. I don't do any real 4-wheeling as it's a long wheelbase truck and a pain to maneuver. Other than that, the truck is driven mostly highway.
I've seen great reviews for Treadwright (remolded/retread tires) in A/T types and M/T. That's my first choice, but wanted to see what others thought. I don't think I have a real need for a M/T tread, unless it will help with the tread pitting issue. Would like some guidance on the A/T vs M/T advantages/disadvantages. The other interesting choice I have found is a snow/All-Terrain Hybrid by Cooper: http://www.discounttiredirect.com/direct...d=17&cs=265.
Has anyone used these? I think that would be a great option for the way I use this truck, even though it will cost about $30 more per tire over the retreads.
I'm interested in hearing other recommended tires based on others' experience as well. Trying to keep the price around $150-175 per tire (shipped), but would be willing to spend more if I got some decent return on the extra investment. Thanks in advance for any help/input you can provide.
I'm trying to keep price in mind, while getting a decent tire that will last a reasonably long time. Vehicle usage is about 15-20k per year, primarily in snowy/icy wintertime conditions. I need an "E" load rating, as the truck is used for towing/hauling at least a few times in the spring/summer.
My current set are Michelin LTX AT2, which have been decent, though the tread blocks were not as robust as I would have liked-- There is a lot of pitting and gouging in the tread (essentially pieces broke off, especially later in the tire's life) which is surprising as my off-road use is mostly limited to semi-maintained Colorado back roads. I don't do any real 4-wheeling as it's a long wheelbase truck and a pain to maneuver. Other than that, the truck is driven mostly highway.
I've seen great reviews for Treadwright (remolded/retread tires) in A/T types and M/T. That's my first choice, but wanted to see what others thought. I don't think I have a real need for a M/T tread, unless it will help with the tread pitting issue. Would like some guidance on the A/T vs M/T advantages/disadvantages. The other interesting choice I have found is a snow/All-Terrain Hybrid by Cooper: http://www.discounttiredirect.com/direct...d=17&cs=265.
Has anyone used these? I think that would be a great option for the way I use this truck, even though it will cost about $30 more per tire over the retreads.
I'm interested in hearing other recommended tires based on others' experience as well. Trying to keep the price around $150-175 per tire (shipped), but would be willing to spend more if I got some decent return on the extra investment. Thanks in advance for any help/input you can provide.
