EZEARL

I've heard and read nothing but good remarks about the Cooper. Maybe it's not rated due to only 16 reviews and not enough miles reported to give an honest rating. I've bought two brands of A/T tires for our suv's based on the Tire Rack ratings among other data and haven't been disappointed. General and Yokohama. They don't offer the Faken AT3W so I can't credit (blame? LOL) them for my purchase.

Martlor13

It's like this EZ, if you came in to where I work and asked me for a recommendation on an all terrain and said your on pavement 90% of the time and off-road 10%, and you don't want anything expensive. There are a few more expensive ones, some real cheap, and a whole lot right in the middle separated by about 20 to 40 dollars. All of these are lasting upwards of 50 to 60k. Plenty for most people considering on average it will take 5 to 6 years to reachh that, and at that point your pushing the lifespan of the tire which is 6 to 8 years....based on my knowledge, experience, and info gathered, I'm going to recommend you a tire that is similarly if not better pricedbthen the firestone, that will meet or exceed the firestone performance on road, and definitely exceed it off-road so you enjoy your 10% of your driving time o ffroad hahah

EZEARL

We had an Explorer ('91 I believe). You definitely had to keep track of tire pressures or things got squirrely. I also ran LT rated tires. But it still seems to me there was an issue with the air pressure listed on the door sticker. Then maybe not.

Martlor13

sorry EZ I was doing another post and see you posted this. Both those tires are good. The general is a top 3 with the Cooper and bfg imo...rank em how you want but those need to be top 3 hahha..i guess I'm just saying to be wary of review sites like this. Do extra research to backup their claims or get further info.

EZEARL

5 or 6 to reach 50 to 60K? Had my XJ 10+ and only put 60k on it since. My tires die of old age before I wear them out. LOL

I'll give you lots of credit that you get so involved and give honest info to your customers. The PO of my XJ told the tire dealer she wanted the best. They sold her a set of Michelin LTX that were already two yrs old. I went by the date of the receipt in the vehicle as to when they were purchased. After one self destructed on me I then checked the DOM.

Tbone289

I don't think I've ever worn a set of AT's out either. They sit outside too long and the compound hardens. I don't know why I even bother looking at treadlife warranties when shopping for new ones. lol

We'll see with these Dynapros. I've been enjoying the XJ more and putting more miles on than I ever have before.

Martlor13

lol I'm just going off the an estimate average if you dailyed your jeep... there are quite a few times people come in and tell me the exact tire they want. They'll say they liked them before or they heard good things, so tgats fine I'll get what you want. They worked for them. Every tire being produced is sufficient for enough people that they don't have to be discontinued yet hahah

Justinb7116

The Coopers very well may be a better overall tire in this scenario. Also in this scenario the Cooper dealer was close to 160 dollars more for the whole package of 4 compared to the Firestone. This is a third vehicle for us so the extra 160 seemed a tad unjustified. Secondly, The Firestone dealer is right down the street from my house. So the convenience is there for rotations, free flat repairs etc. Chances are I will never take this thing off road. While that does sound like a lot fun I really don't think I could find the time or money to build it so. Most importantly, If you guys would have seen the tires that were replaced many of you would stand and applaud any replacement. At least I can now drive through the West Virginia Winters with a ton more confidence than the previous Seasons. Are they the best tire? Probably not. Are they right for me? For sure

EZEARL

I know that after the ordeal with the Michelin I'll base my need for tire replacement on age and wear. Only tire we've worn out recently was some type of Khumo AT. Here I can blame the tire rather than the age. Nothing against Khumo at all. I really like the looks of the AT51 tread pattern.

EZEARL

Haven't you heard? We're not having winter this year. LOL

Martlor13

And that's all that matters..as long as you are happy with the purchase, who's to say the choice was wrong or right?

Justinb7116

Now that I have my tires installed I need to address the suspension. At first I thought I might be experiencing the Death Wobble. After googling the Death Wobble I quickly realized that is NOT what I am dealing with. However, I am experiencing a lot of bouncing side to side and up and down at higher speeds and on back roads after I hit a few bumps or rough patches in the road. Again, everything on this Jeep is original and stock. Currently 139k miles on odometer. I also feel as if they is a lot of play in the steering wheel while in these moments of bouncing around, like it's hard to keep the wheel and vehicle straight. I'm not sure what I should start with? New shocks or struts etc?? I know the Jeep will never ride like new but I would like as smooth of a ride as possible. I guess I just need some advice as to where to start. Thanks in advance

Martlor13

Sounds like shocks.

Justinb7116

I figured that's a great place to start. Other than buying all 4 shocks. Are there any other parts I should buy a long the way while doing this job? Also, any particular brands better than others or certain sites you guys tend to buy from? I'm sure I cant go wrong with Bilsteins. I imagine Rockauto is fairly popular around here too

Martlor13

check all your bushings as well. Sway bar bushings, track bar, control arm bushings, shsckle and leaf spring bushings.....i run bilsteins 4600 shocks and love them