ScoobyCarolanNC
Active Member
Hi all,
I switched to mud terrains a week ago & it was a bit of an adjustment. I'm running the same diameter, but different width than I was so it should be a good straightforward comparison. I just wanted to put up a bit about the differences so other folks like me can understand a bit about what that's like after being on a "normal" tire. Some of this might seem obvious, but it's a big overall difference. Also I hope some of this helps anyone considering MT vs AT like a KO2 or a KM2.
They're noisy & vibrate. You've got these huge voids in between the treads now. You'll literally feel tread especially at lower speeds like at red lights. You're going to hear more noise all round & a bit of a bass tone hum on the highway.
Adjust your driving style. I had to change how much gas I give it from a complete stop now because they loose traction a bit. Also it feels like my braking distance is way longer. Give yourself some extra room while you get used to them. Also, take it easy on exit ramps and the like for the same reason.
MPG is going down. This one is obvious, but still don't get caught off guard. I was a bit surprised at first. I lost a mile & a half according to the computer.
They're softer & bouncier (?). This may be more because I switched from 18" to 17" wheels, but I feel like the tire bounces a bit more and isn't as stiff. Just a difference in ride quality.
Anyone got anything to add??
Sent from my duck blind.
I switched to mud terrains a week ago & it was a bit of an adjustment. I'm running the same diameter, but different width than I was so it should be a good straightforward comparison. I just wanted to put up a bit about the differences so other folks like me can understand a bit about what that's like after being on a "normal" tire. Some of this might seem obvious, but it's a big overall difference. Also I hope some of this helps anyone considering MT vs AT like a KO2 or a KM2.
They're noisy & vibrate. You've got these huge voids in between the treads now. You'll literally feel tread especially at lower speeds like at red lights. You're going to hear more noise all round & a bit of a bass tone hum on the highway.
Adjust your driving style. I had to change how much gas I give it from a complete stop now because they loose traction a bit. Also it feels like my braking distance is way longer. Give yourself some extra room while you get used to them. Also, take it easy on exit ramps and the like for the same reason.
MPG is going down. This one is obvious, but still don't get caught off guard. I was a bit surprised at first. I lost a mile & a half according to the computer.
They're softer & bouncier (?). This may be more because I switched from 18" to 17" wheels, but I feel like the tire bounces a bit more and isn't as stiff. Just a difference in ride quality.
Anyone got anything to add??
Sent from my duck blind.
