Cooper Discoverer S/T Maxx

[Hilldweller]

This thing went through the tread on my Cooper STTs on my Power Wagon once and gave me the fastest flat ever.

Like a perfect storm, a perfect angle has dire consequences....

 

[Fargo]

I had a stick do a similar puncture on some Goodyears GSAs that my previous Jeep had from factory. They were load range B tires though. I vowed after that to never run a week tire again. But in hind sight, I think any tire could get damaged when something hits it just right.

 

[tommudd]

Back when I managed tire shops it was amazing what all we found inside or stuck in tires. Made no difference in the type of tire or ply rating . Everything from horseshoes, 1/2 inch wrench, screwdrivers, various bones, sticks, screws, nails, end of broom handle and the list went on and on.

 

[BigSwede]

DTD is running a promo with eBay right now, they've got a code in their eBay store giving something like $100 off for $400 spent ... if you can find this tire in the size you like, listed, I'd try for that. I think it runs through the end of the month.

Shoot, I don't see that promo there now. I would pull the trigger right now if that discount was in force.

 

[Regcabguy]

I was on I-15 south and picked up a metal shard. The tire went flat in seconds and in the time it took to reach the shoulder, the Toyo MT was shredded inside. Tire had 11K on it so I had to buy two. $600 day.
AAA tow truck guy bailed me out. Those guys are warriors. I tipped him well.

 

[Glenn-BJ74]

Been following this thread with great interest.

I'm considering buying a set of 255/85R16 ST Maxx and am wondering if owners of this size (or 255/80R17 - same specs), could provide me with some real world 'on the vehicle' measurements:
1) Actual tread width in contact with the ground.
2) Tire height on the vehicle.

Thanks in advance.

 

[richard310]

Had a new set of 265/75-16's installed on the Xterra. The great feeling of new rubber is awesome. We'll see how they perform in Death Valley this weekend.

 

[kojackJKU]

You should have no issues. They are a great tire.

 

[gregnash]

Looking to pick these up soon for my 85 FJ60. DTD is running a promo right now that is $40 off web only purchase, called my local DT and they said they would price match. Not much but every little bit counts I guess. Really debating on these or the A/T3 as I only do about 30% offroad driving. Don't want to be like everyone else and get BFG A/Ts and really really like the look of the S/T Maxx.

 

[jpat30]

Richard, when you get a chance can you throw a tape on those 265s. I would love to know how they measure out. Thanks.

 

[mires]

How many of you are running the 235/85/16? I am considering trying them as my next tire on my Montero Sport. Would love to see pics and hear your thoughts on them.

 

[The_Dude]

Does anyone have issues with the tires wanting to pull right even with correct alignment. I have this issue on my 80 series and my friend on his Camper Van. Rotating of the tires makes no difference.

 

[Abnengr]

I just put a set on my 99 F250 and have the same issue of pulling right. Alignment was good before getting the new tires. I have added some air to the right front and that helped but there is still a slight pull. It's not terrible but just enough to notice.

 

[Redline]

I've not tried these treads on a live-axle truck yet, but I can envision where there would not be enough adjustment to make them go straight. There is not much caster adjustment on most live-axle trucks.

On my 4Runner, the alignment was adjusted to have a 2-degrees more caster on the right (lots), to make them drive straight on the car. It drives perfectly now. For comparison, I've had challenges getting Toyo M/T tires to drive straight regardless of how much cross caster was added (more than 2*).

 

[java]

Hmmm, I don't like the sound of that, my UCA's are maxed for caster adjustment and im not quite even to factory spec....