Motorway Mud-terrains

Post by **CptnBarney** » Mon Jul 18, 2005 2:30 pm

Guys,
Anyone have experience with the Motorway retreads in Mud-terrain pattern? Interested in putting a set on a Zook as I'm operating on a very limited budget. Looking to fit 30x9.5x15s.
Also, any truth in the rumour that Motorway is in receivership? Hate to buy a set, to then have a warranty issue arise that wont be covered.
Cheers...
Con

Post by **Busiboy** » Mon Jul 18, 2005 4:44 pm

A handfull of the Zook guys run them, there are a few thread on these though.

Basically stiffer sidewalls but generally most seem happier with the bang for you buck side of things.

Post by **InSanE** » Mon Jul 18, 2005 5:58 pm

uea they are a good tyre i ran them for over 12 months on my 4runner but i had the 32" equivilant and they were a top tyre i gave them hell and they never missed a beat definatly worth there money, and with motorway going into receivership that is bs my work uses motorway tyres for our used cars and have heard no rumors

Post by **bj42turbo** » Mon Jul 18, 2005 6:00 pm

Pm pcman and ask what he thinks of mud retreads

BJ

Post by **Spike_Sierra** » Mon Jul 18, 2005 6:39 pm

ive had mine for over 20,000, they go sweet on a zook, get em i rekon.
no damage so far and wearing really well.

Post by **CptnBarney** » Mon Jul 18, 2005 7:14 pm

Cheers guys,
Rang Motorway today and they confirmed they are under voluntary administration, but have no intention to stop production, are still full steam ahead and are trying to work through a tough time.
Two retailers I rang report that a few are coming back for warranty claims, but no more than usual for a retread or regular tyre, and most customers are fairly happy for the price.
Best price I've found so far is $95 fitted (in Melbourne) for the 30x9.5x15s, is that about right for this tyre?
Cheers...
Con

Post by **chimpboy** » Mon Jul 18, 2005 7:20 pm

bj42turbo wrote:Pm pcman and ask what he thinks of mud retreads

BJ

Ah, mudwire - the mud equivalent of snowchains!

Post by **crankycruiser** » Mon Jul 18, 2005 7:36 pm

A couple of the boys hae em on their zooks and they seem alright...

Good for a budget tyre

Post by **Webbie** » Mon Jul 18, 2005 10:37 pm

I went into my local motorway on seller and he said that they have already been taken over and to prove it there was a different brand on the remoulds and it wasn't tha (highway brand):roll:

Post by **nicbeer** » Mon Jul 18, 2005 10:42 pm

CptnBarney wrote:Cheers guys,
Rang Motorway today and they confirmed they are under voluntary administration, but have no intention to stop production, are still full steam ahead and are trying to work through a tough time.
Two retailers I rang report that a few are coming back for warranty claims, but no more than usual for a retread or regular tyre, and most customers are fairly happy for the price.
Best price I've found so far is $95 fitted (in Melbourne) for the 30x9.5x15s, is that about right for this tyre?
Cheers...
Con

Seems good price. Mine are 31's on a zook. Been super tyres. only 1 puncture so far on sharp rock into sidewall.

cheers

Post by **jasonmcc** » Tue Jul 19, 2005 2:34 pm

Yeah I have their Mud terrains on my suzi. Totally thrashed them and they are still in good condition. Would definately recommend them for those on a budjet.

JAson

Post by **johnboy** » Tue Jul 19, 2005 6:30 pm

ive got them on my hilux and they are wearing well about 50% after 15000 kms of twisty hills driving. but i wont get them again as they are evil in the wet. I had mongrels before and they were much better but you have to put up with the ringing in your ears.

my 2c john

Post by **big bundy** » Tue Jul 19, 2005 7:05 pm

cheap in the tradingpost too::

MUD TERRAIN TYRES, 31x10.5x15, motorway recaps, 3x98% tread, EC, $85each. 1x40% tread, GC, $45. or the lot $280 (03)54445051, can e-mail photos grabarn@kooee.com.au Bendigo More

Post by **Surfin Alec** » Tue Jul 19, 2005 9:19 pm

My old man is running them on his troopy (31 mudders) almost 1/2 gone. Had 1 with a side wall that got a bubble (small) and was replaced under warranty. Then they found out that when he had the tyre swapped to a different rim, the last fitter actually damaged the bead causing the bubble to start. Still replaced with no fuss.
He also carries about a ton of sh*t in it. Seem to handle OK.

Alec

Post by **frp88** » Tue Jul 19, 2005 9:31 pm

go the mongrel

if got them 32/10.5/15 the actual size (which realy pisses me off)is only 30.5/10/15 i have realy driven them hard all off them have deep cuts some 50 to 60 mm long i still let them down to 12 in back 15 in the front for 175 buck to good just the size thing

but they arent the only ones

Post by **Red_Zook** » Mon Jul 25, 2005 5:11 pm

i have 32 mongrels... carnt bag them as i absoultuly drive the crap out of them on tarmac and rock and well everything, but they dont wear evenly. good tire for price. mate get the mongrel retred.. do ya alot better mine are a year old and just about need replacing. althoug 3 are about half worn. the othere one is farked

Phil

Post by **CptnBarney** » Mon Jul 25, 2005 5:34 pm

Guys,
Interesting you mention the Mongrel as I've thought about them as well. But its an extra $50 per tyre and they're directional arent they? Which means either 2 spares or a same size spare of a different brand? Also... most of the Suzuki's work will be on the farm and then a blurt down the road for some 4WDing and hunting. The Mongrel may be too much of a good thing (too aggressive) for the intended work.
Cheers...
Con

Post by **Red_Zook** » Mon Jul 25, 2005 5:36 pm

nah they will be sweet for that. mine have done 300km straight on tarmac. good for just about everything.
u can put them on backwoods for a while. i had my back 2 swaped (dont ask what for

) but yeah just get 4 mongrels and 1 31 mudder for a spair

Post by **nicbeer** » Mon Jul 25, 2005 7:29 pm

the muddies work super as well. I have the 31's and Oldgold has the 30's on zooks. Can't fault them yet. I run on the road/sand/mud and rocks.

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