Truck Mud Tires - What Are Your Options?  Get The Right Tires!

Truck mud tires are also sometimes called off road tires. These are tires you add to your truck that are appropriate for taking your car off the normal beaten path of paved roads and highways and out into rugged terrain. Typically, you will add them to a four wheel drive vehicle because these tend to get better traction, making them better for many different types of driving surfaces. Mud tires tend to have a large tread, with large crevices between the treads. This tread is also usually quite thick at a little of a half inch thick.

Because these tires are so specialized, you can expect to pay up to $400 each for them. Most of them do not cost quite that much, but you will still have to pay more for truck mud tiresthan you would for a set of generic tires. Before you choose your tires, you should familiarize yourself with the major tire brands. Next, you should consider which tires will be best for you, and finally, you need to know where to find your new tires.

What are the major tire brands that carry truck mud tires?

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1. Falken-Falken offers two varieties of mud tires. The first mud tire is the High Country All Terrain. This tire is best for light off roading. It is comparable to tires that typically come standard on small to mid sized trucks. The second tire is Wildpeak A/T. This tire has an asymmetrical tread pattern that allows for better grip on the road as well as on substances like mud, rain, leaves, and other uncommon areas.

2. BF Goodrich-This company has been in business for over thirty years. The company sells many, many different tires. The ones outlined here are the most popular among the online stock. First, there is the BF Goodrich Rugged Trail T/A. This deep-tread tire also has an asymmetrical pattern, and the tread is just shy of one half inch think, making it an excellent light off roading tire. The second BG Goodrich tire is the BF Goodrich Krawler T/A KX. Instead of being designed as a tread-covered tire, this one has blocks all around. These deep blocks at as a tread, gripping the shaking ground tightly.

3. Maxxis-This company also offers two selections of truck mud tires. The M8060 Trepador also features the block design, and these tires cost just under $250 each. The M8090 Creepy Crawler tires are marketed for people who are going to be using them in rocky terrains. They are not recommended for street driving.

4. Good Year-Good Year's rating system makes it easy to tell what you are getting in your tire. On the Good Year website, you can compare many of their tires, including the two top truck mud tires.The first is the Wrangler AT/S(P). This is one of the highest rated tires for traction in snow, and it can be used both on and off road. Secondly, there is the Wrangler DuraTrec, with a level 9 (out of 10) rating on off road tracking.

Which tires are best for you?

After you understand what you are looking for in a tire, you can then begin narrowing your search down to the best tire for you. Consider the following to help you decide:

1. Usage-Where will you be driving your truck? If it's going to be split between on roads and off road, you will need to choose a tire appropriate for both terrains. However, if you plan on driving mostly through rocks, woods, and other nontraditional terrains, you would want to consider a tire with a high rating in that area.

-When will you be driving your truck? There are seasonal tires, and there are all year tires, so you will need to decide whether you are going to drive more in the winter or the summer.

-Who will be driving the truck? You will need to make sure the driver of the truck is going to be able to handle the tires. You do not want to put an inexperienced person behind the wheel with specialty truck mud tires, as it can be dangerous for the person driving, the people around the drivers, and the truck itself.

2. Practicality-Cost is a major factor in choosing tires. If you want a really good set, you are going to have to invest some money in them. If you plan to use and abuse the tires and then replace them after a short period of time, you might want to consider a less well known brand or a less expensive set of tires. If you plan to take care of the tires and treat them well, go ahead and invest the money in them, as they will last a long time.

3. Looks-No one wants a goofy looking truck. It is ok to try to see what your truck will look like with various different tires. The looks can also reflect deeper issues. For example, if you get tires that are too small, not only will the truck look funny, but you can damage your truck with them because the truck is not equipped to handle them. In the same vein, if the tires are enormously too big, it will look like you are driving a monster truck.

Where can you find your new tires?

The best place to begin your tire search is online. Here, you will find all the variety you can imagine. Websites like 4WheelOnline give you the option to look at hundreds of different tires from numerous manufacturers. You can use multiple windows to compare prices, specifications, and other information about the truck mud tires that interest you.Company specific websites can also provide a multitude of information on the tires and their vehicles. The BF Goodrich website ranks each tire on five different qualities: dry traction, wet traction, snow traction, off-road traction, and quiet ride. These tend to be the most popular factors when people are searching for truck mud tires.

After you have searched online and narrowed down your choices even further, it is time to go to the store to see what the tires actually look like. An added bonus is that most of the time, the sales staff in the store will be very knowledgeable about the products, and they will be willing to help you make your selection. The following places will have the tires you are interested in as well as a staff that can assist you.

• PepBoys-This auto parts store has a selection of tires. Be sure to check their website before you go into the store, as they often have coupons available to download and print.

• Sears-Because these stores are usually attached to shopping malls, many people forget that they have an extensive automotive section. They sell top of the line tires, and their staff is always willing to assist.

• Firestone-This one may or may not have truck mud tires.This company usually caters to people on the go who need tires quick. That mostly centers on people who do mostly highway driving, so you will be lucky to find specialty tires here.

• Sam's Club-The bulk seller also has a discount automotive department. You do have to be a member of the club to get in, but the savings on the tires are worth it. You can also have tires installed, rotated, and balanced at a discounted rate.

• Local stores-This may include locally owned and operated tire stores, truck and tractor supply stores, or auto shops. Since these vary from area to area, you should check their websites and/or call before going in.

For any store you decide to visit, you probably want to call first to be sure they have what you want in stock. If they do not have it, ask if they can order it. If not, you might want to try another place to look for tires.