Goodyear Wrangler DuraTrac's

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Just got a set of these put on yesterday - LT 265/70/17's in a 6 ply (C load). Originally, I had planned for Firestone Destination A/T, but availability issues in this part of the world changed my tune. So Goodyear it is.

After a 300 mile trip today, here are my thoughts: So far, I'm impressed. Goodyear is showing some teeth. They look great, grab in the mud pretty good, just a very faint hum at highway speed, and it doesn't look like gas mileage is suffering at all. Maybe 1/2 mpg, but it's too early to tell for sure. Running them at 38lbs. They sure don't wander like the "Craptastic'" Dueler 684's did, but I can't make a final judgement on that because there wasn't much wind today. I will also have to wait a few months (I hope) to get the winter story.

I paid a little less than the BFG A/T, Nitto T.G. and Revo estimates I got. I've always been a BFG guy, but it never hurts to try for something better. The final judgement will be how long they last, but if they come near the 80,000 kms I've got on my truck BFG's, I may stay with these.
 
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Thanks for the info. I'm wodering why did you pick "C" load? That whole LT tires stuff is new for me, I thought that C load is 2470 lbs which is lower that stock tires 2553 lbs.
I'm looking for a new tires too, was thinking about Firestone Destination (P) but still keep my options open.
 
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scanny said:
Thanks for the info. I'm wodering why did you pick "C" load? That whole LT tires stuff is new for me, I thought that C load is 2470 lbs which is lower that stock tires 2553 lbs.
I'm looking for a new tires too, was thinkinh about Firestone Destination (P) but still keep my options open.
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I picked the C load because I'm not planning on doing any heavy hauling and I can save tire weight this way. The Goodyears weigh 3 lbs less per tire than the BFG's (both C load), which should mean better gas mileage. They also have a bit more tread depth. Like I said, I'll see how they handle winter and wear over the next year, then make my final judgement.
 
SeattleMike said:
I have 34,300 miles (55200 km) on my Duratracs (e-rated) and I still think they are absolutely awesome tires.
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I'll second that. I have 20k on mine and they are the best AT tire I've ever owned. I was in California last Christmas during all that flooding and twice I had to slam my breaks because someone cut me off. Both times there was at least a 1/2 inch of standing water on the road way and the Duratracs stopped me both times as if I was on dry pavement.
 
I've had both tires, the destination ATs were a good tire, just not that great in mud or water. Now the duratracs are a different story, they are amazing on and offroad. Also really good in mud and deep water. I'll probably buy another set or try out some bfg km2s.
 
adio3x said:
I've had both tires, the destination ATs were a good tire, just not that great in mud or water. Now the duratracs are a different story, they are amazing on and offroad. Also really good in mud and deep water. I'll probably buy another set or try out some bfg km2s.
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How Duratrac on highway comparing to Destination? Unfortunately I drive on pavement way more often than off the pavement and I don't want to make ride too harsh or noisy especially for long highway trips. My wife might try to make me to drive her Mazda for long trips if T4R ride will be to rough or loud. And I don't want that to happen : )
 
scanny said:
How Duratrac on highway comparing to Destination? Unfortunately I drive on pavement way more often than off the pavement and I don't want to make ride too harsh or noisy especially for long highway trips. My wife might try to make me to drive her Mazda for long trips if T4R ride will be to rough or loud. And I don't want that to happen : )
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I'm running 285s, but on the hwy the destinations made no noise at all. The duratracs make a very loud hum at speeds over 40mph. If you're not going offroad, I'd stick with the destinations.
 
Hbryanlopez said:
my 285/70/17 is killing my mpg!! :redbrick::redbrick: right now my comp says 14mpg in the city.. it used to be 18-19
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The larger tire size is throwing your computer off. Don't go by the computer anymore unless you can get it re calibrated. Do it the old fashion way with pencil and paper at fill up time. Keep in mind, your odem is also off, I do not know the formula to add the miles you will not be showing on the Odem, but I bet it is somewhere on the net. Stay safe.
 
I go offroad occasionally and sometimes drive on rough unmaintained roads, with stock tires I'm extra careful but A-TRAC makes wonders so far. Nearly stuck in mud on few occasions and that's why I want AT tires. But my tuck is my daily driver and we make long higway trips sometimes. I got a tough choice to make : )

My heart tells me to go with Duratracs, but my head asking what if you (and what's worse your wife) get a headache after 6 hours highway driving. I wish they allowed a test drive with new tires.
 
scanny said:
My heart tells me to go with Duratracs, but my head asking what if you (and what's worse your wife) get a headache after 6 hours highway driving.
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Duratracs will never be as quiet as less aggressive AT tires but these are very quiet for its tread pattern and depth. FWIW, we take my truck everywhere and my wife doesn't even hear them, she sleeps peacefully during our long road trips. My wife drives a very quiet Lexus too.
 
scanny said:
How Duratrac on highway comparing to Destination?
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My Duratracs aren't completely silent but nor are they loud. If you listen for them you'll hear them humming. Otherwise they just fade in to the rest of the background noise. Considering they are basically AT tread down the center with MT lugs on the outside they are very quiet indeed.
 
scanny said:
I go offroad occasionally and sometimes drive on rough unmaintained roads, with stock tires I'm extra careful but A-TRAC makes wonders so far. Nearly stuck in mud on few occasions and that's why I want AT tires. But my tuck is my daily driver and we make long higway trips sometimes. I got a tough choice to make : )

My heart tells me to go with Duratracs, but my head asking what if you (and what's worse your wife) get a headache after 6 hours highway driving. I wish they allowed a test drive with new tires.
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The tires aren't that loud. When you're on the highway they'll blend in with the wind noise and everything else. They're also "mountain snowflake" tires which you'll appreciate in the winter. If you ever drive to Quebec in the winter they'll also meet the legal requirement. I bought my T4R in March and it's my first truck, so the Duratracs are also my first LT rather than P rated tire and I find they handle quite well as long as you remember you're driving a truck, not a sport sedan.
 
Intruder said:
The tires aren't that loud. When you're on the highway they'll blend in with the wind noise and everything else. They're also "mountain snowflake" tires which you'll appreciate in the winter. If you ever drive to Quebec in the winter they'll also meet the legal requirement. I bought my T4R in March and it's my first truck, so the Duratracs are also my first LT rather than P rated tire and I find they handle quite well as long as you remember you're driving a truck, not a sport sedan.
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Oh thanks, that's a very good point. In the matter of fact I've already booked hotel at Mont-Tremblant for Christmas. Did you get C load or E load?
 
I just got Duratracs in C load the other day. Mine have a noticeable faint hum, doesn't bother me.

The only thing I have a question about is that the tires give off a heavy hot rubber smell after I've been driving for a while. Not burning, but you definitely know there's rubber around. The tires do get a little warm too. I never noticed this on my other tires. They are C load and inflated to 38.5 lbs.
 
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