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#1 ·
Does anybody on this site run the Goodyear Duratracs with a stock set up? Stock suspension and stock 17inch rims? I'm in need of new tire and I'm leaning towards the Duratracs, but I'm not in the market of lift and rims yet. If anyone does have this set up could you post some pictures so I can get an idea? Thanks.
 
#7 ·
Not to sound like a broken record, but is there a reason you want to stick with the stock rims? I noticed you said you didnt want to modify your Jeep too much. I can relate.

But there is an alternative and it can be as cheap as buying the tires to put on stock rims.

Look at "the combo". 33x12.5x15 duratracs on a number of differing alloy 15" rims.

Why:
About the same price as Duratracs in 17".
17" duratrac = $264 each
15" duratrac = $175 each ($201 list) Discount tire will price match 4wd price.
15" rim = $100 each

This way you can get a wider tire that fits stock AND aftermarket rims for about the same price as just adding the larger tire to stock rims.

More info here:
http://www.wranglerforum.com/f354/33x12-5r15-goodyear-duratracs-installed-pics-and-video-96568.html
 
#10 ·
Look at "the combo". 33x12.5x15 duratracs on a number of differing alloy 15" rims. Why: About the same price as Duratracs in 17". 17" duratrac = $264 each 15" duratrac = $175 each ($201 list) Discount tire will price match 4wd price. 15" rim = $100 each This way you can get a wider tire that fits stock AND aftermarket rims for about the same price as just adding the larger tire to stock rims
Is it just me or does the price difference make no sense at all ?
The 15" tires require more material to manufacture than a 17" when you consider that both tires have roughly the same width and OD.
 
#8 ·
Well Ive always love the stock 17s on the wrangler, that was one of my must haves when I bought it. I haven't found a rim I like more yet and I probably never will. Its just that the back spacing sucks on them. I'm thinking in the future of getting the Quadratec Moab style rims in black, they have less of a back spacing on them.

With the Duratarcs on Discount Tire Direct the 255/75/17s are $185 each, not too far off from your 15inch Duratrac for $175. But this is good I love the feed back! it helps a lot to hear different opinions on the subject. Thanks KC_Hawker for the link and the info.
 
#19 ·
I run 33 duratracs with 15" level 8 trackers. Seems like if your going with 15" rims this is common set up. All power to you if you like the stocks rims but like said before with 12.5 width they won't be usable without spacers and the quadratec Moab wheels be a good idea if you wanna stick with the stock look. My jeep is not lifted yet and at a full steering lock it rubs just a small amount on the air dam and no were else you can just trim like a inch at the most off the air dam and it will be fine. As far as the tires I love them there shockingly quiet, have a great look and great traction on the beech(I live in nyc basically only place to wheel lol)
 
#9 ·
I went back and forth and am so glad I went with the duratracs. I'm running a 34.6x12.8x18 and they have just a SLIGHT more hum than the original NON-Rubi tires that came with the jeep. My are E rated, only way to get the size, and they are comfortable for driving, quiet and look awesome.
 
#12 ·
The 15" advocates better be careful then.......
If it becomes the in thing to run 15's , the price will be going up.
 
#13 ·
It is not about how much material. It is because they sell more 15's and can do larger runs of that size. Currently, increased demand is driving the price but It won't be long before we start seeing 17 equalize in price with 15 just because it is becoming a popular rim size on many vehicles.
 
#14 ·
That has already happened, 17" and larger is the norm. 15" wheels are rare on anything built in the last 5 years.
 
#24 ·
"The Wrangler DuraTrac is Goodyear's On-/Off-Road Commercial Traction light truck tire developed for the drivers of multi-purpose full-sized pickups, vans, sport utility and commercial vehicles looking for tires that play hard and work harder. The Wrangler DuraTrac is designed to be a versatile tire offering off-road competence in dirt, gravel and mud with on-road composure in dry, wet and wintry conditions.

Wrangler DuraTrac tires feature a rugged tread compound that helps resist tread block chipping, chunking and tearing, especially during heavy loading and towing applications. Its symmetric tread design combines large shoulders and highly angled center tread blocks to enhance stability and traction in dry and wet conditions. Self-cleaning, stepped shoulder blocks, zigzag sipes and Goodyear's TractiveGroove Technology at the base of the circumferential grooves provide thousands of biting edges to enhance traction in deep mud and snow. Wrangler DuraTrac tires feature a rim lock that helps prevent wheel slip throughout the life of the tire and offers a built-in rim protector to help protect wheels from accidental damage on- and off-road.

Wrangler DuraTrac light truck tires are branded with the mountain/snowflake symbol to identify they meet industry severe snow service standards. Flotation LT and LT-metric-sized Wrangler DuraTrac tires are designed to accept optional #16 metal studs to enhance ice traction."


http://www.tirerack.com/tires/tires...idewall=Blackwall&partnum=575SR7WDT&tab=Specs
 
#27 ·
"The Wrangler DuraTrac is Goodyear's On-/Off-Road Commercial Traction light truck tire developed for the drivers of multi-purpose full-sized pickups, vans, sport utility and commercial vehicles looking for tires that play hard and work harder. The Wrangler DuraTrac is designed to be a versatile tire offering off-road competence in dirt, gravel and mud with on-road composure in dry, wet and wintry conditions. Wrangler DuraTrac tires feature a rugged tread compound that helps resist tread block chipping, chunking and tearing, especially during heavy loading and towing applications. Its symmetric tread design combines large shoulders and highly angled center tread blocks to enhance stability and traction in dry and wet conditions. Self-cleaning, stepped shoulder blocks, zigzag sipes and Goodyear's TractiveGroove Technology at the base of the circumferential grooves provide thousands of biting edges to enhance traction in deep mud and snow. Wrangler DuraTrac tires feature a rim lock that helps prevent wheel slip throughout the life of the tire and offers a built-in rim protector to help protect wheels from accidental damage on- and off-road. Wrangler DuraTrac light truck tires are branded with the mountain/snowflake symbol to identify they meet industry severe snow service standards. Flotation LT and LT-metric-sized Wrangler DuraTrac tires are designed to accept optional #16 metal studs to enhance ice traction." http://www.tirerack.com/tires/tires.jsp?tireMake=Goodyear&tireModel=Wrangler+DuraTrac&sidewall=Blackwall&partnum=575SR7WDT&tab=Specs
I didn't she any reference to sidewall durability in the above sales propaganda...... Does anyone know how well the sidewalls hold up in rocks ?
 
#29 ·
Not to say anything negative about the dura tracks, I like the looks of them and have not heard anything negative about them. Having said that, I went with the Firestone Destination MT's for my second set of tires. I have a 2012 Rubicon and got 44,000 out of the BF Goodrich tires that came on the Jeep. I did not care for them, they cupped right away even with regular rotation. I have 80,000 on the Jeep now, so 35,000 on the MTs and based on the tread wear I would guess I will get another 30,000 miles out of the tires. I went with 285/70/17 and they do rub when you turn the steering wheel all the way to either side. They are a little loud, not bad and I have not had them off-road very much so I can't speak to their off-road performance. If you read the reviews they are mostly positive. I like they way they look, and hold up. Gas mileage did drop a couple of MPGs after I put them on. No sales pitch here, I drive quite a bit for work and go about 100 miles in every direction from where I live. There is always a Firestone in each of the smaller towns I go to in case I have a problem with my tires.
I would encourage you to take a look at them.
 
#30 ·
The terrain in the area I go off-road is a tire killer ...... I've seen brand new dirt bike tires come back from a 50 mile ride missing half the knobs.
 
#32 ·
I'm running the Firestone Destination MT's as well, they're good on dry road, average on wet road, useless on icy/hard packed road, very very good off-road (dirt, mud, trail, ...) and very good in deep snow. If you're more off-road than on, they are a top choice.

They are heavy with strong side wall, so they are rough on the suspension and need to be deflated a good deal to flex. also they tend to get a flat spot after being park all night in the morning, takes a few miles to get round again. They are not quiet.

I like them but may consider the Duratrac in load C as my next, since I'm more on road than off. I'll see, I still should be good for this year and next year with these Destination MT.
 
#35 ·
Good point...... I'm about to swing by my DT store and pickup certificates for the OEM rubicon tires before my trip out west.
Although I'd rather have a tire with a tougher sidewall anyday..... The nearest discount tire where I'm headed is several hours away.
 
#36 ·
I live in a very steep and snow packed area for six months out of the year, I have always had good performance from Duratrac's on ice/snow on my F150. The stock JKUR tires are better suited for off road and they do a great job but just a little too unforgiving on any ice conditions, wrong tire for conditions up here. Through DT I bought a wheel/tire package and switch out each season, they gave several decent discounts if you are polite and ask for consideration and pretty painless as they arrived mounted/balanced with black wheels. Switching out tires each season will insure super long life on both sets and best practice for road conditions. no complaints at all.
 
#39 ·
Just finished a 500 mile trip on and off road and could not be happier with my 315/70/17 DT. I had them at 32psi cold and worked great for this trip. In combination with the Rancho RS9000XL a sure pleasure to drive, especially since I was very much loaded on the way down and once arrived and the extra weight was all removed a quick turn on the adjuster knob and all done. Love it!
 
#40 ·
These pics are of 17" stock rims with 265/70/17 Duratracs. Little wider than stock tire but I think it looks good. I have since added a Teraflex leveling kit which looks even better. Good luck!

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