Tyres for the Troopy

Rick

I have Bridgestone Dueler's,A/T on my 1995 troopy and can't fault them.

I have a bit over 30k on them and expect to get 75k.

They are very quiet and ride well.

I use Bridgestone Dueler D694 A/T LT on my Troopy. This is my second set I would not use anything else. Given me great service, haven't had a puncture in them yet. We do a lot of rough tracks and sand.

Previously had two sets of Coopers and was disappointed, Lugs broke off exposing the ply in the casings.

Michael

I had my troopy for 21 years and ran it on split rims most of that time. A harsh lesson learned was when towing a heavy trailer one must not allow the inner tubes get too hot as a puncture will surely follow.
I used Coopers A/T for a long time until I realized that their rough inner surface's rubbing on the tube causing heat build up.
I did run the tyres at 50PSI on the bitumen and could almost guarantee at least one flat on a 2-3000km trip. Kept the speed to 90 or less too which saved diesel but also kept the tyres cooler.

So, my suggestion is to find a tyre with a smooth inner surface, devoid of any stickers & labels (very important) and which has a thread pattern that suits you. Brand name would be secondary here IMO.

get them from the US.. lots cheaper and 7 days
retail in OZ is pretty pathetic and getting worse
good luck
gmd

I agree the Bridgestones are very good, but if you want to save a few $$ and still get a very good tyre, then an alternative is the Federal Couragia A/T in the 235/85R16 - they have a 3 ply sidewall in that size. Cost me $225 each.

I have used BFG A/T and M/T on a Troopie, Landrover 110 and my current Pajero in the 235/85R16 size, and after getting my last set of BFG M/T KM2 I would never go back to the A/T.... so I'm not surprised they are no longer getting them it
The KMS's are similar in noise and dramatically BETTER on wet tarmac than the A/T (anyone driving an empty troopy / 110 on a wet road with A/T knows what I'm taking about...).
cheers, Geoff

Thanks to everyone for your response, I will look into importing from USA, any idea of transpor costs and time?
The Duelers look like they are a good tyre.
Cheers Rick

Rick,

I am on my third set of Bridgestone A/T Duelers D694's now and really rate them. Have done a lot of offroad and dirt driving and they are in my opinion one of the most under rated tyres on the market as far as an allround tyre goes. The big pluses for me is the reduced road noise and excellent side wall protection. Thoroughly recommend them.

Regards Will