sandcrawler
Senior Member
seems like everyone whose upgrading (stock size, better tire) is moving up to E load range but Toyota master mechanics recommend C load range. ?
wondering what the "real" deal is.
Got my DuraTracs mounted today!
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wondering what the "real" deal is.
RonMAIDEN
Super Moderator
I think C is mostly recommended since most SUVs won't be leaving the pavement and D and especially E load rating are a bit much and a rough ride for your average buyer.
With 3rd gens weighing only a little over 4000lbs the Es ride a bit rough but I'm sure with the TEs weighing 7-800lbs more the ride is more compliant.
With 3rd gens weighing only a little over 4000lbs the Es ride a bit rough but I'm sure with the TEs weighing 7-800lbs more the ride is more compliant.
harper7
Senior Member
We are talking about 17 inch offroad tires ,right?
Does he recommend load range C for offroading?
Load range E tires are a much tougher as they have 4 more plies.C's have 6 ply,D's 8 ply and E's have 10 ply sidewalls,thus the added weight and stiffness of a E.The trade off is a stiffer,truck like ride.Be warned,E's are much stiffer!I personally like my truck to feel like a truck.
To me,and this is my opinion, the 17 inch C's that came on the 4Runners were too soft and bouncy.I rode on them for a week.Whenever you go over small dips or bridges I would get a bouncy feeling. IMO ,they needed at least a D rated tire in the 17's with a truck that's over 5000 lbs. with you in it.
Let's be honest,they put the factory tires they have on them for one reason,and one reason only. They were cheap tires,especially the Dunlaps!!When you people that have them upgrade to better tires, you will be amazed!
If I'm out offroad someplace 10 miles out ,I would much rather have a D or E rated tougher sidewall for insurance against sidewall cuts,not to mention if airing down the rocks.
That's why all these tire manufactures are making so many offroad tires in E, not because people are going to tow heavy loads with them or they have extra plies lying around.Some people don't plan on going offroad and want a softer ride and that's why everyone has to reasearch and make their own decision on tires.
Just my 2 cents
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sandcrawler
Senior Member
i was hoping you'd chime in, harper7. thanks!
no, of course the recommendation is entirely non-specific while simultaneously cast as universal.
yup, i undertstand the ply-per-rating breakdown—i hear you. my old 93 4runner had 32" MTRs so a truck-like ride is preferred. and my understanding is that the Duratracs are also a bit lighter and thinner than the typical E tire, so i wondered how that figured into the mix.
amen, brother. what rubbish. and to put them on a rig with a $40k+ MSRP :gun5:
yeah, i suppose the Toyota mechanics seem to be considering (or not) E load range entirely as it applies to/benefits towing. but they aren't so much taking into consideration sidewall strength as a virtue unto itself for rigs that venture off the pavement now and again.
exactly what i'm doing. thanks for your input, kind sir! :hatsoff:
ftlee20723
New member
If I am going to be towing a boat/trailer that weighs in at 4950lbs, should I go with a "E" rated tire vise a "C" rated tire? Or, doesn't it make a difference?
T4Fun
Banned
i will be putting E rated load tires on my 4runner limited when i get it with 18 inch rims. I want a stiffer rider and yes those crap c load tires do bounce a lot on the sr5. If i were chosing a sidewall with smaller profile like the 275/55 not sure if i would chose the E however. I dont plan on doing much offroading, but i want the extra assurance of a tougher tire on the road. Some of the all season tires like michelin do well off and on road and get great reviews. Problem with the duratrac is that it is not meant for high speed on roads. Its an E rated SPEED tire (43mph).
sandcrawler
Senior Member
duratracs are speed rating Q = 99mph. it is, however, available as an E load rating.
and consider that it's a 4runner—not a Lotus.
and consider that it's a 4runner—not a Lotus.
T4Fun
Banned
actually on sears website, its listed as 43 mph. go figure, which website do you believe? its not even on goodyear website..
http://www.sears.com/shc/s/p_10153_...s&psid=FROOGLE01&sid=IDx20070921x00003a#specs
sandcrawler
Senior Member
tirerack.com specs it as a Q.
dunno what that sears info is all about. :shrug:
dunno what that sears info is all about. :shrug:
