Cooper Discoverer M&S snow tires

[wyldman]

I have Cooper Discoverer M&S tires available if anyone needs a set.These are at wholesale cost,for members of this site only.There may also be big tire dealers who do more volume selling these cheaper,so shop around.I'm not selling these for profit,just to help out the members.

All tires are 10 Ply,E load range.You can goto the Cooper website for full specs here (http://www.coopertires.com/us/en/ProductDetails.asp?ProdType=LtTruck&id=206#sizesAndSpecs)

Common sizes

LT235/85R16E - $161.00
LT245/75R16E - $167.00
LT265/75R16E - $173.00

If you have any questions,feel free to ask.For more discussion about these,and other snow tires,go here (http://www.snowplowing-contractors.com/forums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=3976)

[Mick]

Chris, is that US dollars?

[PSDF350]

thats canadian mick already asked

[wyldman]

Yes,it's Canadian.I have seen american prices from $130.00 to $170.00 depending on where you go,and what size you want.

[seville009]

Chris;

I have a 1999 Ford Expedition that I want to put dedicated snow tires on for the winter, as it can get slick when we get slush that freezes up, etc. and I'm looking for a better gripping tire. I slid around pretty good last year, and want to avoid that again.

I also want to put a load E rated tire on because I always have this fear that I'm pushing the limit of my regular tires; I tend to be a little too cautious for most things, but I'd rather have peace of mind knowing that I've got very capable equipment.

I've looked at various tire sites, including Cooper's, and it seems that they do not recommend the E rated tire for the Expedition. I don't know, though, if there's some technical reason for that, or if it is simply because they give a stiffer ride (which I actually prefer).

Bottom line is that I was going to stop by a Cooper dealer this week to ask the same questions, and then I found your post. I would buy them from you if I do it.

Thanks in advance

[wyldman]

You will have no problems with an E load range on the Expedition.Too many places are afraid to put anything on but OEM spec'd tires.It will ride a little stiffer,but that is better right ?

Check with your local Cooper dealer for prices.I think the cost of shipping them to the US would far outweigh any cost difference.

[PSDF350]

Chris quick ? i am going to get the coopers myself. they should have in stock now . ? is i dont want to wait to long to get becuase they go fairly quick, and cant afford rims right now. so i will have to use existing ones. how bad will it be to put on in next week or 2 then driving on (maybe even to the BBQ) dry pavement? hope that made sense:rolleyes:

[wyldman]

They will survive,but the heat cycling of driving in warmer weather can harden the rubber.It depends on how much driving your going to be doing too.

Why not pick them up now,and just them installed later when winter approaches ?

[PSDF350]

think thats what i will do.

[Bugthug]

my local supplier is waaaaay cheaper on the coopers.
and he also likes the bfg all terrain traction ta better i dunno

[SNO]

I currently need a set of new snow tires.

Any one using these coopers?

They look pretty agressive and I noticed a severe snow rating.

I never seen that before, anyone know if that is a cooper rating or industry standard?

I've been replacing with OEM to use year round, anyone use these coopers year round?

Wondering how they wear.

[wyldman]

The Coopers are one of the best tires going for winter use\plowing.I have been using them for years,and swear by them.Other here are using them as well.Do a search,it has ben discussed a lot lately.

The RMA severe snow is an industry standard rating,not Cooper only.

You can use them year round,but they will wear quickly in the summer,as they are a very soft compound.Your best bet is to get a spare set of steel rims to use for your snow tires.You will then get more life out of your summer tires,and you can run them right down to nothing as you don't need much tread for summer driving.

[SNO]

Thanks for the info.

I do think It's time to buy a second set of rims.
I have to buy snow tires every year, they are bald by the time the next season comes.

[Mark Oomkes]

I'm going to put in my two cents. We outfitted 2 trucks with these tires this year. One we were able to plow all night with, the other I had about 20 minutes in before the tranny went out.

I have never had such traction while plowing before. These tires are amazing. I was plowing with a blade full of snow and making a turn and I didn't slip at all. I was accelerating from traffic lights like I do when the roads are dry without any spinning. I couldn't even get my ABS to kick in on ice.

The other truck was able to pull out some loading docks without taking small bites with front and back blades or just one. He backed into them, dropped both plows and came right out without any problem. First time he's been able to do that at this location.

We had just under 10". The top was powder, underneath was wet, heavy with warm ground temps. Most of the lots iced up immediately after being cleared.

Thanks for the tip, Chris. It was well worth it. I'm thinking seriously about getting an extra set of wheels for all our 4WD trucks and installing these tires on.

[blawn]

my dealer quoted us $79.00 on the 265 75 r16 not mounted or ballanced.

[TLS]

WOW!

That's cheap.

Do you have the ability to mount and balance yourself?

[wyldman]

That IS cheap.I know price can vary depending on the area,but that is extremely low.Did you buy them all up ? :D

Some places will quote you cheap on the tires,then hose you for installation and balancing,as well as "repairing" your rusty rims.Get a complete price before buying.

Do you have a phone number for these guys ? If they are that cheap,I'll go down and buy them there. ;)

[TLS]

Maybe they're blems? :confused:

[wyldman]

Originally posted by TLS
Maybe they're blems? :confused:

They could be at that price.

Never seen any Cooper M&S blemished tires though.Either they all come out perfect,or they don't sell the blemished ones.Wish they did,as we just beat them up plowing anyways,would be nice to save a few $$$.

[Assured Services]

Originally posted by blawn
my dealer quoted us $79.00 on the 265 75 r16 not mounted or ballanced.

Cooper Tires are made in Findlay, Ohio, so that maybe why they are alot cheaper there for you. Less shipping costs involved maybe!
Sounds great, Road trip to OHIO everyone:zoom
Scott

[gslam88]

Guys,

After seeing chris' recomendation so strongly for the Coopers... that is now what I just put on my truck today... for $102 a tire mounted ... originally quoted over the phone $107...

Pete's Tire barn... have good prices.. and no its not me...



Pete

[PSDF350]

i bought mine from petes tire barn in orange mass and it cost me 123 mounted and balanced:(

[gslam88]

David,

I am sorry to hear that .... :D

[PSDF350]

you would be;)