Offroad tires best bang for the buck ?

s_man692000 · 03-05-2008, 03:33 PM

Hey guys,Im getting a 96 Dodge Ram 4x4 1500 sport,it has 4" of suspension lift and Im shopping for some affordable mudders for it,I will be driving it to work but I dont care if they are noisy and dont last but a year because of that.It has 16 " rims Im thinking I could stuff some 33's under it.I need suggestions for affordable tires ,any help is appreciated.

Are dunlop mud rovers any good ?

russell · 03-05-2008, 03:38 PM

We used Buckshot Maxxis Mudders on all our work trucks. theyr'e great tires and are pretty affordable.

MT-754 Buckshot Mudder - MUD TERRAIN
The MT-754 Buckshot Mudder is perhaps Maxxis’ most popular off-road tire. The MT-754 boasts an extremely aggressive tread pattern as well as a rugged sidewall in order to handle even the most extreme terrain. In addition, the Buckshot Mudder features unique self-cleaning lugs that ensure maximum traction at all times.

Double steel-belted radial construction for long-lasting wear and uniformity.
Jointless spiral-wrapped full nylon cap for added strength and stability.
Extra strong, durable casing helps resist punctures and abrasions.
Premium rubber compound with tread siping delivers maximum control in various weather conditions.
Pinned for studs.
Available in Selected Markets: UTQG 380 AB in P-Metric Sizes Only
OWL = Outlined White Lettering
OBL = Outlined Black Lettering

http://www.maxxis.com/products/autom...l&product_ids=

russell · 03-05-2008, 03:42 PM

s_man692000 · 03-05-2008, 04:12 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by russell

Nice any suggestions which retailer may have a good buy on them ?

crazy91s10 · 03-05-2008, 04:54 PM

i see those buckshots on ebay pretty cheap.... but i thought you sold your firstgen cuz you hated the gas in it.. can't see how a lifted ram is gunna be any better?

russell · 03-05-2008, 04:56 PM

just check around locally. hit a few shops up, get a price, and tell em the guy down the street has em 20 bucks cheaper.

AmosM823 · 03-05-2008, 10:18 PM

Hankook makes some nice cheap mud tires.

Alaska · 03-05-2008, 10:24 PM

hankook with the rt03.. not exactly cheap, but decent...
dayton timberline m/t..
dean sxt m/t..

you can probably clear bigger than a 33.. i'd say a 35 with 4" of lift on that truck...

marcua56 · 03-05-2008, 10:26 PM

if you dont mind noise get some swampers.

Geoff03 · 03-05-2008, 11:04 PM

dunlops suck

get the swamper LTBs. they are cheap, loud, dont last too long on the road but grip something fierce

***Donahue*** · 03-05-2008, 11:30 PM

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foxracing584 · 03-06-2008, 12:02 AM

let me tell you something.. I had a set of 32/11.50/15 buckshot mudders on my dodge a while back before I got the 33/13.50/15 ltb swampers on.... and those buckshot are pretty much the best tires I have ever owned on any of my trucks(and i have owned several). very good mileage on them never had a problem with a flat.

but ill tell you a story about those buckshots I had. one night I was headed to a friends house that I havent ever been to and he lived on a one way road and where you suppose to park your truck on the side of the road... well on the side of the road there was like a 4-5 foot ditch 2-3 feet from the side of the road. well the ditch was overgrown and looked like a great place to park my truck.... well you should know what happened next..... drove right in it like a dumb ass!

well... I couldnt get it out myself and no one else's truck there had enough balls to get it out so I had to call AAA so I can get a tow truck. So they brought a flat bed. When the tow truck came, the driver told me the only way you can get your truck out is to put half the flat bed on the ground and the other half into the tire. So I sat there for a second and thought sure why not, what do I have to lose. The worse that can happen is I would have to buy a new tire or two. So the driver went on and did his dandy ole thing and he litterally put the end of the flat bed which is like a knife into the tire and pushed the tread of the tire all the way to the rim. and picked up the rear like that. I was so ammazed that the tire didnt pop!

here a visual for the hell of it=

but ya theres 10 minutes of my life that ill never get back. but thats my story! oh and heres a picture of my dodge acouple days after the buckshots on!

you can still see the blue on the letters!

ChrisInVT · 03-06-2008, 09:13 AM

I like off-road tires that are pinned for studs.

I'd like to get myself some Stampede Radial XT/Wild Country RVT's. Also pinned for studs. I just wish they made the 33's wider than only 12.50

Review: http://www.4x4wire.com/mitsubishi/reviews/rvt_tires/

foxracing584 · 03-06-2008, 09:43 AM

Quote: Originally Posted by ChrisInVT

I like off-road tires that are pinned for studs.

I'd like to get myself some Stampede Radial XT/Wild Country RVT's. Also pinned for studs. I just wish they made the 33's wider than only 12.50

Review: http://www.4x4wire.com/mitsubishi/reviews/rvt_tires/

actually the buckshot mudders are pinned too. ^those look a lot like the wild countrys RVT that are on my chevy. which are

s_man692000 · 03-06-2008, 09:45 AM

Quote: Originally Posted by crazy91s10

i see those buckshots on ebay pretty cheap.... but i thought you sold your firstgen cuz you hated the gas in it.. can't see how a lifted ram is gunna be any better?

Making much better money now due to a promotion ...... and yeah I regret getting rid of my sonoma

s_man692000 · 03-06-2008, 09:48 AM

Quote: Originally Posted by AmosM823

Hankook makes some nice cheap mud tires.

I dug out my issues of peterson's offroad ,and I like the hankook's,but Im gonna keep shopping ,but they are in my top 5 so far.

s_man692000 · 03-06-2008, 09:50 AM

Quote: Originally Posted by marcua56

if you dont mind noise get some swampers.

I dont mind noise,I kinda like it when Im comin down the road and people turn their heads to see wtf is making that noise lol.

s_man692000 · 03-06-2008, 09:50 AM

Quote: Originally Posted by Geoff03

dunlops suck

get the swamper LTBs. they are cheap, loud, dont last too long on the road but grip something fierce

LTB's are in my top 3 ...very good price !

s_man692000 · 03-06-2008, 09:52 AM

Quote: Originally Posted by Donahue

used

I have shopped for them too.....but everything around here is ****in played out ...... saw some on ebay but pick up only and way too far away.

ChrisInVT · 03-06-2008, 09:55 AM

Quote: Originally Posted by foxracing584

actually the buckshot mudders are pinned too.

I know, that's why I said that I liked pinned tires

Quote: Originally Posted by foxracing584

those look a lot like the wild countrys RVT that are on my chevy. which are

Same tires, they're just re-badged.

s_man692000 · 03-06-2008, 10:04 AM

Quote: Originally Posted by Alaska

hankook with the rt03.. not exactly cheap, but decent...
dayton timberline m/t..
dean sxt m/t..

you can probably clear bigger than a 33.. i'd say a 35 with 4" of lift on that truck...

Here are some pics I have of it......think it will clear 35's ?These are stock tires 265/75/16's I believe.

03-05-2008, 03:33 PM	#1
s_man692000 The Old Man Join Date: May 2006 Posts: 757 Location: Upstate New York User is: OffLine	Offroad tires best bang for the buck ? Hey guys,Im getting a 96 Dodge Ram 4x4 1500 sport,it has 4" of suspension lift and Im shopping for some affordable mudders for it,I will be driving it to work but I dont care if they are noisy and dont last but a year because of that.It has 16 " rims Im thinking I could stuff some 33's under it.I need suggestions for affordable tires ,any help is appreciated. Are dunlop mud rovers any good ?
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03-05-2008, 03:38 PM	#2
russell Whood'a Thought Age: 25 Join Date: Apr 2007 Posts: 3,881 Location: Durant,OK User is: OffLine	Re: Offroad tires best bang for the buck ? We used Buckshot Maxxis Mudders on all our work trucks. theyr'e great tires and are pretty affordable. MT-754 Buckshot Mudder - MUD TERRAIN The MT-754 Buckshot Mudder is perhaps Maxxis’ most popular off-road tire. The MT-754 boasts an extremely aggressive tread pattern as well as a rugged sidewall in order to handle even the most extreme terrain. In addition, the Buckshot Mudder features unique self-cleaning lugs that ensure maximum traction at all times. Double steel-belted radial construction for long-lasting wear and uniformity. Jointless spiral-wrapped full nylon cap for added strength and stability. Extra strong, durable casing helps resist punctures and abrasions. Premium rubber compound with tread siping delivers maximum control in various weather conditions. Pinned for studs. Available in Selected Markets: UTQG 380 AB in P-Metric Sizes Only OWL = Outlined White Lettering OBL = Outlined Black Lettering http://www.maxxis.com/products/autom...l&product_ids= Last edited by russell; 03-05-2008 at 03:41 PM.
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s_man692000 The Old Man Join Date: May 2006 Posts: 757 Location: Upstate New York User is: OffLine	Re: Offroad tires best bang for the buck ? Quote: Originally Posted by russell Nice any suggestions which retailer may have a good buy on them ?
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crazy91s10 Registered Asshole Age: 27 Join Date: Oct 2004 Posts: 4,120 Location: Northumberland, PA User is: OffLine	Re: Offroad tires best bang for the buck ? i see those buckshots on ebay pretty cheap.... but i thought you sold your firstgen cuz you hated the gas in it.. can't see how a lifted ram is gunna be any better?
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russell Whood'a Thought Age: 25 Join Date: Apr 2007 Posts: 3,881 Location: Durant,OK User is: OffLine	Re: Offroad tires best bang for the buck ? just check around locally. hit a few shops up, get a price, and tell em the guy down the street has em 20 bucks cheaper.
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Alaska Low in Alaska Age: 27 Join Date: Aug 2004 Posts: 3,849 Location: Alaska User is: OffLine	Re: Offroad tires best bang for the buck ? hankook with the rt03.. not exactly cheap, but decent... dayton timberline m/t.. dean sxt m/t.. you can probably clear bigger than a 33.. i'd say a 35 with 4" of lift on that truck...
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foxracing584 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2007 Posts: 258 Location: Odessa. fl User is: OffLine	Re: Offroad tires best bang for the buck ? let me tell you something.. I had a set of 32/11.50/15 buckshot mudders on my dodge a while back before I got the 33/13.50/15 ltb swampers on.... and those buckshot are pretty much the best tires I have ever owned on any of my trucks(and i have owned several). very good mileage on them never had a problem with a flat. but ill tell you a story about those buckshots I had. one night I was headed to a friends house that I havent ever been to and he lived on a one way road and where you suppose to park your truck on the side of the road... well on the side of the road there was like a 4-5 foot ditch 2-3 feet from the side of the road. well the ditch was overgrown and looked like a great place to park my truck.... well you should know what happened next..... drove right in it like a dumb ass! well... I couldnt get it out myself and no one else's truck there had enough balls to get it out so I had to call AAA so I can get a tow truck. So they brought a flat bed. When the tow truck came, the driver told me the only way you can get your truck out is to put half the flat bed on the ground and the other half into the tire. So I sat there for a second and thought sure why not, what do I have to lose. The worse that can happen is I would have to buy a new tire or two. So the driver went on and did his dandy ole thing and he litterally put the end of the flat bed which is like a knife into the tire and pushed the tread of the tire all the way to the rim. and picked up the rear like that. I was so ammazed that the tire didnt pop! here a visual for the hell of it= but ya theres 10 minutes of my life that ill never get back. but thats my story! oh and heres a picture of my dodge acouple days after the buckshots on! you can still see the blue on the letters! Last edited by foxracing584; 03-06-2008 at 12:09 AM. Reason: capitalizing and paragraphing
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ChrisInVT I Rather Be Wheelin' Join Date: May 2007 Posts: 4,786 Location: The Woods, VT User is: OffLine	Re: Offroad tires best bang for the buck ? I like off-road tires that are pinned for studs. I'd like to get myself some Stampede Radial XT/Wild Country RVT's. Also pinned for studs. I just wish they made the 33's wider than only 12.50 Review: http://www.4x4wire.com/mitsubishi/reviews/rvt_tires/ Last edited by ChrisInVT; 03-06-2008 at 09:22 AM.
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foxracing584 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2007 Posts: 258 Location: Odessa. fl User is: OffLine	Re: Offroad tires best bang for the buck ? Quote: Originally Posted by ChrisInVT I like off-road tires that are pinned for studs. I'd like to get myself some Stampede Radial XT/Wild Country RVT's. Also pinned for studs. I just wish they made the 33's wider than only 12.50 Review: http://www.4x4wire.com/mitsubishi/reviews/rvt_tires/ actually the buckshot mudders are pinned too. ^those look a lot like the wild countrys RVT that are on my chevy. which are Last edited by foxracing584; 03-06-2008 at 09:43 AM. Reason: added RVT to the sentence
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s_man692000 The Old Man Join Date: May 2006 Posts: 757 Location: Upstate New York User is: OffLine	Re: Offroad tires best bang for the buck ? Quote: Originally Posted by crazy91s10 i see those buckshots on ebay pretty cheap.... but i thought you sold your firstgen cuz you hated the gas in it.. can't see how a lifted ram is gunna be any better? Making much better money now due to a promotion ...... and yeah I regret getting rid of my sonoma
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03-06-2008, 09:48 AM	#16
s_man692000 The Old Man Join Date: May 2006 Posts: 757 Location: Upstate New York User is: OffLine	Re: Offroad tires best bang for the buck ? Quote: Originally Posted by AmosM823 Hankook makes some nice cheap mud tires. I dug out my issues of peterson's offroad ,and I like the hankook's,but Im gonna keep shopping ,but they are in my top 5 so far.
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03-06-2008, 09:50 AM	#17
s_man692000 The Old Man Join Date: May 2006 Posts: 757 Location: Upstate New York User is: OffLine	Re: Offroad tires best bang for the buck ? Quote: Originally Posted by marcua56 if you dont mind noise get some swampers. I dont mind noise,I kinda like it when Im comin down the road and people turn their heads to see wtf is making that noise lol.
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03-06-2008, 09:52 AM	#19
s_man692000 The Old Man Join Date: May 2006 Posts: 757 Location: Upstate New York User is: OffLine	Re: Offroad tires best bang for the buck ? Quote: Originally Posted by Donahue used I have shopped for them too.....but everything around here is ****in played out ...... saw some on ebay but pick up only and way too far away.
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03-06-2008, 09:55 AM	#20
ChrisInVT I Rather Be Wheelin' Join Date: May 2007 Posts: 4,786 Location: The Woods, VT User is: OffLine	Re: Offroad tires best bang for the buck ? Quote: Originally Posted by foxracing584 actually the buckshot mudders are pinned too. I know, that's why I said that I liked pinned tires Quote: Originally Posted by foxracing584 those look a lot like the wild countrys RVT that are on my chevy. which are Same tires, they're just re-badged.
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03-06-2008, 10:04 AM	#21
s_man692000 The Old Man Join Date: May 2006 Posts: 757 Location: Upstate New York User is: OffLine	Re: Offroad tires best bang for the buck ? Quote: Originally Posted by Alaska hankook with the rt03.. not exactly cheap, but decent... dayton timberline m/t.. dean sxt m/t.. you can probably clear bigger than a 33.. i'd say a 35 with 4" of lift on that truck... Here are some pics I have of it......think it will clear 35's ?These are stock tires 265/75/16's I believe. Last edited by s_man692000; 03-06-2008 at 10:06 AM.
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