Your inputs never cease to amaze.

imp:
I don't think I'm throwing away money at all. Yes, new tires are more expensive. But does spending more money on something mean you're throwing away money? Look at your 4Runner. You could've bought an XJ for much cheaper. Perhaps half the price. Look at your mods. SS 1.2? You could've easily cut that budget in half with an OME lift and achieved the same lift. But in the end, you felt Toyota was more reliable and thus, your extra spending was justified. Same with the SS 1.2 lift made from higher quality parts.
Also, my truck is not a daily driver. I put on maybe 10k miles a year, if that. So a set of tires lasts me 3-4 years. Even spending $500 more, that's just $125-$167 per YEAR. I can LIVE with that.
Anyway, I really hope these tires work out for you and that you never ever experience a blow out that causes any harm or injury. That goes for anyone on the road that uses these tires (and new). Personally, I am fine spending the extra money on brand new tires. When my wife and my daughter are in the truck, makes me feel better. If a blowout happens, I'll know that I took every precaution possible to safeguard them. No one can predict anything, but we can all do our best to prevent the unforeseen events.
Safe driving.
Signed,
The Wealthy Wuss.