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08-30-2007, 07:39 PM
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| | | New Treads for my Truck
Well today I got some new tires for my truck!!! Kumho Road Venture MT's. Since my wife said yes to new tires, these were my first choice. I don't do alot, if not any off roading, but if I happen to slip off into a bad place... I wanna know I can get out. Also excited cause my brother Wolfpacker sent me samples of DP tire gel and Pinnacle Black Onyx. I had a same of DP earlier and liked it, but wanted to give it another run.
So what I did was go to walmart and buy some AA tire gel to give some competition to the mix. One tire got AA, one DP, one pinnacle... and for kicks and giggles I did a 50/50 of DP and Pinnacle. Now upon first application of Pinnacle and DP they pretty much apply the same, except DP is a little thicker. They both seem to have the same gloss, but distinct smells to each. So I will update this post every thurs. evening for a month or so to see which of the three lasts the longest!! AA went on easy as well, somewhat easier being not as thick, but that might not be the best thing either! AA Tire Gel: 
Pinnacle Black Onyx: 
DP Tire Gel: 
50/50: 
Some pics of the tread!!!:  
And yes I know my wheel wells look like crap, but I'm in a rush, so not time to dress with AA tire foam!
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08-30-2007, 07:57 PM
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| | | Man those are some meaty tires. I didnt know kumho made any like that. Very nice glossy shots. |
08-30-2007, 07:58 PM
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| | | Nice and meaty, never seen that tire from Kumho, we have a set of their track tires that rock, excellent brand.
Big fan of AA gel, it is thin which I like as it makes it easier to spread and doesn't get gunked up in areas like some thicker gels. Good durability too. Best otc tire product, right there with the boutiques.
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08-30-2007, 07:58 PM
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| | | Man those tires got some MEAT!!! As for the dressing on the tires, just briliant buddy. They all look good to me though, maybe it's just me but I find it hard to compare from the pictures...but again that could just be me....oh do tell, how did the 50/50 mix feel? Did it apply easy?
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08-30-2007, 08:13 PM
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| | | WOW! Those are some nobby tires. I have Kuhmo's on my Jag and I love them!
I'll be interested to see your test results. I have DP and Pinncale products. I think the Pinnacle last much longer and has a little better shine.
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08-30-2007, 08:40 PM
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| | | Very nice tires! Those look like they would be fun for four wheeling. |
08-30-2007, 08:46 PM
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| | | very wet tires ... that tread sure looks like it will make a howling while using on the road however. |
08-30-2007, 09:11 PM
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Originally Posted by killrwheels@autogeek very wet tires ... that tread sure looks like it will make a howling while using on the road however. | *Thinks of friends truck on swampers going 75 on highway*........"HUMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMM M" , that was a long drive lol.
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08-30-2007, 09:28 PM
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| | | Dust those are some killer tires. I'm glad I could trade with ya. I too am anxious to see how the 50/50 does. I'm also with Reddwarf in that to me the Pinnacle seems to last a little bit longer, but for the price I love DP! Oh and thanks for hooking me up with the Liquid Souveran. It came today and not a moment too soon as I was doing a black F350 (I'll be posting pics as soon as they upload) and was really wanting to try the LS per your advice. Turned out as good as you said it would. |
08-30-2007, 09:50 PM
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| | | Nice meats D2G! I remember awhile back you told me to get those when mine eventually wore out, I might look into that from what I see !!
One Q, did you prep the tire with aerosol before the application of gel? Reason I ask is, there are alot of nooks and crannys that could lead to sling off...
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