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Duratrac Question on OR

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by ejewels, Oct 23, 2018.

  1. Nov 2, 2018 at 5:38 PM
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    redbull9944

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    Road noise was the biggest issue. The Coopers are way, way quieter. Both are great in the snow though!
     
  2. Nov 2, 2018 at 5:39 PM
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    Got it. Thanks!
     
  3. Nov 2, 2018 at 5:54 PM
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    Mine were WAY noisier than the Maxx’s, I actually had a side wall tear on one, and my GY’s pulled to the right. Ironically some people say their MAaxx’s pull to the right.
     
  4. Nov 2, 2018 at 5:57 PM
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    I've heard that about the Coopers. Both my Duratracs and STMaxxs tracked straight
     
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  5. Nov 2, 2018 at 5:58 PM
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    My Coopers track straight
     
  6. Nov 2, 2018 at 6:03 PM
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    I have a Pro with 265/75 16 and does not rub even at max articulation.
     
  7. Nov 2, 2018 at 6:16 PM
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    Awesome thanks! Getting them installed tomorrow! Then I may lift just the front like your pro an 1” with my new 6112s!
     
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  8. Nov 2, 2018 at 6:53 PM
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    I have 265/75/16 E load duratracs and have no complaints, next time around I will be switching to a C load most likely.
    I’ve had 0 issues rubbing on stock suspension.
    638AD2C0-A2DB-4B1C-882F-47F962A8A7A4.jpg
     
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  9. Nov 2, 2018 at 6:55 PM
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    F5 wheels? Looks killer
     
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  10. Nov 2, 2018 at 6:57 PM
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    No, they are volk te37x...16x8 +0 offset.
     
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    why switching from E to C?
     
  12. Nov 2, 2018 at 7:09 PM
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    Unfortunately I don’t get to off-road enough to warrant having e load tires imo, all it does to me is hurt my gas mileage hahaha
     
  13. Nov 2, 2018 at 7:10 PM
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    im a tire noob. are the E load softer?
     
  14. Nov 2, 2018 at 7:12 PM
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    Heavier and generally harsher ride but tougher construction.
     
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  15. Nov 2, 2018 at 7:14 PM
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    Opposite... E Load is the most stiff load range offered for passenger trucks/suvs
     
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    They are heavier and tougher, if I remember correctly each one of my tires is 52lbs. I’m sure somebody can correct me but I think all e load tires are a 10 ply which is what makes it tougher??
     
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    There was a big discussion on how the word “ply” doesn’t exactly mean ply like we would think it does (toilet paper is what I had in mind)... It’s somewhere on TW, but I think for the general public, just know it’s gonna have more weight because it’s a stiffer/denser compound
     
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  18. Nov 3, 2018 at 11:29 AM
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    Hey guys. Just got them installed. I don’t think I’m getting any rubbing but haven’t really articulated or stuffed them. I observed the wheels at full lock and turning on flat ground and nothing seems too close or anything. So that part seems OK.

    One thing I did notice is they howl at higher speeds. Assuming this is normal with more aggressive treads? Seems many say the duratracs are loud
     
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  19. Nov 3, 2018 at 4:01 PM
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    295s are on! No rub at full lock in either direction with caster set to 4.3
     
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  20. Nov 3, 2018 at 4:09 PM
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    Looks great. Regear?
     

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