A Volkswagen service department sent me a listing of tyre options.
Hoodie
They are not really saying too much in regards to alt sizes are they?
Example is the 17" sizes, only limiting to 235/65R17 and 255/60R17. Even 18", 19", 20" and 21" sizes are limited to the one only size each.
Did they give you some indication on the age of that docunment? I think there are additional tyres available (17") that have been posted as being used by members of this site and VWWatercooled.
Coopers make H/T Plus in 255/55R18, Hankook RH06 the same size, Falken S/TZ04, as do Toyo OPAT. You can even buy Federal SS595 in that size. Only picking on 18" tyres because there is a greater option base out there then our 17" ones.
What are the codes on the right of the list? Are tyres available via spare part/service? If so don't even get me started on that.
Example is the 17" sizes, only limiting to 235/65R17 and 255/60R17. Even 18", 19", 20" and 21" sizes are limited to the one only size each.
Did they give you some indication on the age of that docunment? I think there are additional tyres available (17") that have been posted as being used by members of this site and VWWatercooled.
Coopers make H/T Plus in 255/55R18, Hankook RH06 the same size, Falken S/TZ04, as do Toyo OPAT. You can even buy Federal SS595 in that size. Only picking on 18" tyres because there is a greater option base out there then our 17" ones.
What are the codes on the right of the list? Are tyres available via spare part/service? If so don't even get me started on that.
I am now at 22,500 and two are 0.5 mm off being illegal
I am considering changing to Pirelli ATR 235/65/R17. I want to keep the same rolling diameter while still in warranty which limits the 4WD tyre options in the 255/60/R17 size. The 235/65/R17 size seems to provide more options.
I am considering changing to Pirelli ATR 235/65/R17. I want to keep the same rolling diameter while still in warranty which limits the 4WD tyre options in the 255/60/R17 size. The 235/65/R17 size seems to provide more options.
I have the Pirelli AT 235/65/17 (The ATR is newer and perhaps a little less aggressive). The list shows a Prielli AT 255/60/17. I didn't find a tyre in that size when shopping 10mths ago, it might not be available here.
I've been very happy with The ATs (8000K), and like you I wanted to stay with an endorsed size during the warranty period.
I possibly should have gone with the slightly larger size, as it was reported on this forum, that is corrects the speedo inaccuracy (~5km) and prvodes a minimal ammount of additional clearance.
I find the ride and handling of the Pirelli ATs quite acceptable, and good off road.
Not had a puncture. Not needed the spare as yet. They are a little noisey, but we think that's a reasonable trade off.
I've been very happy with The ATs (8000K), and like you I wanted to stay with an endorsed size during the warranty period.
I possibly should have gone with the slightly larger size, as it was reported on this forum, that is corrects the speedo inaccuracy (~5km) and prvodes a minimal ammount of additional clearance.
I find the ride and handling of the Pirelli ATs quite acceptable, and good off road.
Not had a puncture. Not needed the spare as yet. They are a little noisey, but we think that's a reasonable trade off.
Your comments please.
I am ready for new tyres and am looking for something that is not intrusive on the black stuff but can be deflated and do some light rock hopping and beach work.
Research on the net suggests 1st prise to be Pirelli STR 245/65 R 17 107H
What do you think?
I am ready for new tyres and am looking for something that is not intrusive on the black stuff but can be deflated and do some light rock hopping and beach work.
Research on the net suggests 1st prise to be Pirelli STR 245/65 R 17 107H
What do you think?
Evaddirb,
what rubber is your Touareg currently wearing, how many kms and what was the wear like?
Just trying to judge what factory rubber is like. I will be up for tyres within 3-6 months and want to keep the on road handling but able to venture a little off road. Going to keep 255/60R 17 until a good set of Q7 18" alloys appear on ebay.
what rubber is your Touareg currently wearing, how many kms and what was the wear like?
Just trying to judge what factory rubber is like. I will be up for tyres within 3-6 months and want to keep the on road handling but able to venture a little off road. Going to keep 255/60R 17 until a good set of Q7 18" alloys appear on ebay.
FDog
I was dealt with rubbish Good Year Wangler F1's. I say rubbish because they have no off road capability whatsoever, are uni directional, and wear quick. I have done 32k and could push it to 40k but that would be the limit.
I wouldnt try to go off road with these so want something (x5) that will still be good on road but also designed for light off road work. My logic on changing size was to correct my speedo error and have a slightly higher profile for offroad work?
cheers
evaddirb
I was dealt with rubbish Good Year Wangler F1's. I say rubbish because they have no off road capability whatsoever, are uni directional, and wear quick. I have done 32k and could push it to 40k but that would be the limit.
I wouldnt try to go off road with these so want something (x5) that will still be good on road but also designed for light off road work. My logic on changing size was to correct my speedo error and have a slightly higher profile for offroad work?
cheers
evaddirb
Hi all,
what is recommended for an off-road MAINLY tyre?
I have a spare set of 17" rims for the bush, I am not sure what rubber to fit at this stage. I am not sure if 65 r17 is the tallest sidewall a Treg can go, does anyone know?
Also, what effect will insurance concerns have?
Thanks,
bagger
what is recommended for an off-road MAINLY tyre?
I have a spare set of 17" rims for the bush, I am not sure what rubber to fit at this stage. I am not sure if 65 r17 is the tallest sidewall a Treg can go, does anyone know?
Also, what effect will insurance concerns have?
Thanks,
bagger
Does anyone have an approximate price for the tyres they have been looking at?
The OEM Michelins I currently have are around the low $400.00 each mark, I am just interested if the other popular brands as discussed in this thread are close to this pricing.
Not too concerned on getting the cheapest I can, but more interested in value for money. If I am looking at saving a $100.00 per tyre on something which will only give 2/3 of the wear I currently am experiencing then that is not really worth anything.
The OEM Michelins I currently have are around the low $400.00 each mark, I am just interested if the other popular brands as discussed in this thread are close to this pricing.
Not too concerned on getting the cheapest I can, but more interested in value for money. If I am looking at saving a $100.00 per tyre on something which will only give 2/3 of the wear I currently am experiencing then that is not really worth anything.
Bob Jane in WA ..... Maxxis (masi) $255; Michelin $410; Pirelli's STR $360, all 255x60x17 ohh goodyear wranglers $570 at Beaurepairs ((
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Picked up 4 new Pirelli Scorpian ATRs today in size 235 65 R17. So far they feel good albeit I have only traveled about 20kms...
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After much vacillation, I have pretty much locked in on those to keep things happy with the spacemaster. Just a matter of choosing when to plunge my hand into my pocket.
Keen to get your on and off-road impressions as soon as possible.
Keen to get your on and off-road impressions as soon as possible.
Hmmmm........ thanks for all the comments guys. I am thinking more and more the Pirelli but maybe the ATR in a 245/65 R17
I would go for the 245/65/17s if i had to do it again, these tyres are pretty good on and offroad. The noise will be quite noticeable once you wear out over 50%
As far as wear is concerned they last a lot longer compared to OEM, in my experience they should go for atleast 60-70k
As far as wear is concerned they last a lot longer compared to OEM, in my experience they should go for atleast 60-70k
I am pondering over which ones to go for, the pirelli ATRs or Grabber AT2. The continentals appear more aggressive and there are some good reviews
Thru Beaurepaires in Albany, and a mate of a mate. Stock broker friend told me to give his mate at above a call and I did, he rang distributor and thats the price he got, he was also astounded, no wonder he ordered them straight away, will give u follow up later ...... hanson
Thanks Hanson,
You did do well as Beaurepairs don't normally stock Pirelli, they just get them in as required, hence not that much scope for discounting.
(I am sitting next to a Beaurepairs bloke now waiting for our beers to cool.)
Look forward to your views after some km's.
You did do well as Beaurepairs don't normally stock Pirelli, they just get them in as required, hence not that much scope for discounting.
(I am sitting next to a Beaurepairs bloke now waiting for our beers to cool.)
Look forward to your views after some km's.
G'day
I have had fitted Cooper LTZ (allterrain type pattern) for offroad use on 20" rims. If I'm clever enough, I'll attach pics. Apologies in advance if they are large size.
The fronts rub ever so slightly on the front of the inner guard on full lock.
Spare is on a roofrack, and there is room for 2 jerrycan holders on that as well.
Also had a battery and isolator installed adjacent to the battery in the spare wheel well so I can run fridge and stuff without fear of no starting battery when i need it (as has already happened once).
And the plastic protection plates under the engine and gearbox have been replaced by alloy jobbies.
Regards
kevin
I have had fitted Cooper LTZ (allterrain type pattern) for offroad use on 20" rims. If I'm clever enough, I'll attach pics. Apologies in advance if they are large size.
The fronts rub ever so slightly on the front of the inner guard on full lock.
Spare is on a roofrack, and there is room for 2 jerrycan holders on that as well.
Also had a battery and isolator installed adjacent to the battery in the spare wheel well so I can run fridge and stuff without fear of no starting battery when i need it (as has already happened once).
And the plastic protection plates under the engine and gearbox have been replaced by alloy jobbies.
Regards
kevin
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