Looking for Better tread life than the OEM’s

[sking]

Guys, it’s time for new tires I have an 03 with no traction control. Currently I have the OEM’s and I only got about 20k out of them and I don’t even drive aggressively, really I don’t. I looked through the old threads and the tire buying guide (great job) and most of the talk is about performance I’m look for tread life, suggestions?

The Cooper ZEON RS3-A’s seem like they might fit the bill.

Front
Zeon 235/50/R18 (http://us.coopertire.com/Customer-Care/Tire-Selector.aspx?searchType=vehic le&year=2003&make=Mercury&model=Marauder+&option=+Standard+Front&tab=0)

Rear
Zeon 245/55/R18 (http://us.coopertire.com/Customer-Care/Tire-Selector.aspx?searchType=vehic le&year=2003&make=Mercury&model=Marauder+&option=+Standard+Rear&tab=0)

Thoughts?

[IwantmyMMnow!]

I had the Coopers installed a couple months ago. I like 'em so far...have only put about 2k miles on them, so don't know about tread life yet. Came out $100 cheaper than BFGs, too. Whatever brand/type you do end up buying, make sure the fronts are aligned to carfixer's specs. Seems Coopers or Nittos are becoming a popular alternative to BFGs.

[JoeBoomz]

255 Goodyear Eagle LS2's are holding up really good for me on the back wheels, the OEM BFG's burned down really fast on the 1-2 wheelspin. I'll be sticking with LS2's for awhile.

[screamn]

Nittos all the way......I'm never lookin back.....

555 in front
420 in back

Excellent ride & handling which should have been on all Rauders from the factory.

And of course Carfixers alignment specs!

[MM2004]

Unless mistaken, Nitto 420/555's are not "all weather" tires.

Mine are good on water and dry conditions but not meant for cold/snow.

Choose your tires wisely, if your Marauder is a DD and your geographical area sees cold/snow conditions.

;)

Mike.

[screamn]

Unless mistaken, Nitto 420/555's are not "all weather" tires.

Mine are good on water and dry conditions but not meant for cold/snow.

Choose your tires wisely, if your Marauder is a DD and your geographical area sees cold/snow conditions.

;)

Mike.

Thanks for the reminder. ;)

But in PARADISE there is nothing but sunshine 90 percent of the time. :D

Of course, when it does rain, sad to say, I adjust my speed or I avoid taking out the Silver Bullet....

[fastblackmerc]

Take a look at Hankooks. Got the Ventus on my rear and the treadwear is 420.

Just remember treadwear is relative....
http://www.tire-information-world.com/tire-treadwear.html

[SC Cheesehead]

NT555's on the front

Grabber UHP's on the rear

Pleased with wear and performance from both.

[bigmerc'03]

http://www.treaddepot.com/sizes/prst2.htmltry
255 45 front
255 55 rear
this is what im riding on

[JAYSILVER04]

I love the Coopers I have.. I have put about 7k miles on them, and they look just like they did when new.. Great ride, and stick pretty well too..can't go wrong IMHO

[sking]

Thanks for the input. I think I'm going with the Coopers as they are an all weather tire and she is my daily driver.

[Marauderjack]

ANYTHING is better than the stinkin' OEM BFG"s!!:argue::mad2: :rolleyes:

[Go2GuyFL]

Federal 595

[john egan]

I just put coopers on my rear,BFGs lasted less than 20.000.My tire shop told me coopers are the only way to go on maruaders.

[Mote]

Yeah BFGs don't last at all. I actually liked them though - I felt the car rode better - Zero "shudder". Currently have Nitto 555's - Got them based on opinions here. Affordable, look great - Put 265/50 on rear - Almost identical height compared to stock. It will be a few years before I know about tread life. I live north and it's my DD so i have a set of snows for the winter.

[JoeBoomz]

Shuddering is caused by improper balancing. Take them back where you had them mounted and they can make the shudder go away.

If they used stick on weights on your rims it is possible to blast them off accidentally in a car wash which will throw them out of balance.

[Mote]

Shuddering is caused by improper balancing. Take them back where you had them mounted and they can make the shudder go away.

Sorry - Should have been more clear - I mean the little shudder/wobble you feel when crawling over railroad tracks etc. The BFGs felt really sturdy.