Where are you buying your MT/R's?

Howdy · 2008-02-16T08:45:03-08:00

I am looking for a good price on some 37" MT/R's. I wanted to originally try out the Iroks, but this 4runner might become a daily driver for a few months and that would just be killing the Iroks. Last time I got MT/R's I bought them from tire rack as no one local could come close to the price at that time. Is everyone happy running them on a 15" rim or if you had to do it again would you step up to the 17"? It appears that I might have more tire options in the future if I stick to the 15" rim size.

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#116 Feb 2008, 8:45 AM
I am looking for a good price on some 37" MT/R's. I wanted to originally try out the Iroks, but this 4runner might become a daily driver for a few months and that would just be killing the Iroks. Last time I got MT/R's I bought them from tire rack as no one local could come close to the price at that time.

Is everyone happy running them on a 15" rim or if you had to do it again would you step up to the 17"? It appears that I might have more tire options in the future if I stick to the 15" rim size.
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#216 Feb 2008, 8:49 AM
If I was planning on staying with a 37 inch tire, I would be totally happy running them on 15 inch rims..17's are a huge jump in price and isn't worth the extra cost if you never go past 37's...

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#316 Feb 2008, 9:11 AM
Also, I've heard tell that the 15 inchers keep the bead better.

I usually buy mine slightly used off of Pirate. Saves a small fortune.

Otherwise, try Just Tires or whatever they're called now (Gemini I think).

I used to wheel a lot. . .
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#416 Feb 2008, 9:55 AM
I bought mine last year at Good Year in Rocklin for $260 a piece with lifetime warranty. I don't know if that was a good price but they were the only place that had them at the time. I went with the 15" wheel because like John said, I think they hold the bead better.
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#516 Feb 2008, 10:44 AM
It sounds like I will stay with the 15" rim size.

I checked this AM with tire rack and price was $231 a tire. No sales tax. Once you factor shipping you are probably around $240-245 a tire. So $260 might not be a bad price if that includes a full replacement warranty in case you rip open the sidewall. Sounds like it might be time to do some local shopping.
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#616 Feb 2008, 10:46 AM
Good luck. Let us know what you find. I'd be interested to know if they are still hard to find.

I used to wheel a lot. . .
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#716 Feb 2008, 10:56 AM
Local might be hard to find, but tire rack has plenty in stock and ready to ship
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#816 Feb 2008, 6:45 PM
Try the new tire shop behind shell at folsom/auburn and blue ravine. Tell them your best price and see if they can beat it! They have the lowest price on the 37" Toyo I am looking for. They beat the best price I brought to them. They offered 37" Nitto's for even less, but I'm not interested in that tire. It can't hurt to give them a shot.

Kathleen and Brad
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#916 Feb 2008, 9:46 PM
"BKGM Jeepers" wrote: Try the new tire shop behind shell at folsom/auburn and blue ravine. Tell them your best price and see if they can beat it! They have the lowest price on the 37" Toyo I am looking for. They beat the best price I brought to them. They offered 37" Nitto's for even less, but I'm not interested in that tire. It can't hurt to give them a shot.

I just noticed that place last week. I will have to drop by there and see what they have to say.