Dumb Question

[sleepyjim]

Keep slicing sidewalls, not aired down, cheap to mid range tires. Would airing down prevent sidewall slicing on sharp bit of rock?

I know I need an actual quality tire but was curious.....


Jim

 

[sleepyjim]

And what is a good tire with strong (strong as in anti cut) sidewalls?

 

[Myke]

And what is a good tire with strong (strong as in anti cut) sidewalls?

Cooper STT PRO

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[tommudd]

Keep slicing sidewalls, not aired down, cheap to mid range tires. Would airing down prevent sidewall slicing on sharp bit of rock?

I know I need an actual quality tire but was curious.....


Jim

First things first , what type of tires have you tried so far ? Also what ply??

 

[tjkj2002]

From the AT world Duratracs and any BFG's have known issues with sidewalls being a weak point.

For MT's again any BFG is known to have weak sidewalls unless you get into there red/blue label Krawlers but you won't being using them as the smallest they come is in 35" size and not street friendly.

I only know of 2 tires that have ultra cut resistance sidewalls and are street friendly MT's,one is the Goodeyear MT/R Kevlars and Interco Truxs MT's.Can vouch for both from personal experience that they don't cut easily even when abused.

 

[dude1116]

Higher load range will probably be the answer to your problem. They just ride a bit stiffer.

 

[sleepyjim]

Thank you guys....

Jim

 

[u2slow]

Higher load range will probably be the answer to your problem. They just ride a bit stiffer.

Not necessarily. There's some very thin-sidewalled load D/E tires out there... presumably for ride comfort without undermining GVWR. Certain BFGs and michelins come to mind. Air-down these types and they bulge readily... easy pickins for sharp rocks. My Toyos (M55 or MT) and Goodyears (wrangler territory & duratrac) have had decently beefy sidewalls.

Best to consult mfr's data for specific sidewall construction.