Are there any good Off road/mud tires for 14x6 or 14x7 rims?
The closest thing I could find were ATV tires 14x9 but their load capacity fell short from what I am using the tires on (A home made rally/sand car.) The rim size will be 14x6 or 14x7 (depending on the selection of tires I find.)
How capable is a stock chevy k1500 offroad?
exactly like the title says. how well does it go through muddy trails, rocky trails, mud puddles, mud holes/bogs, sand? i got a truck and i'd like to run some two tracks, dunes and such with stock suspension, and stuff, really only changing the tires to 265/75/16 (currently bald 245/75/16 all seasons) bfg all terrain KOs.
In terms of a fun truck should I get a 2 inch lifted F150 with off-road tires and rims or a 6 inch lifted F250 with off-road rims and tires?
You listed no years, no mileage, no anything regarding to maintenance or any other factor that relates to longevity, did not state if the lift is body or suspension, rwd or awd, which engine; the only differentiating thing you listed between the F150 and F250 is how many inches lift.Nor did you list what “fun” is, one can assume for going off-road but even then what does that entail; sand dunes, rough desert terrain, Midwest terrain, any small jumps that will get the truck airborne, etc. Did not list if you planned on modifying it, or if you planned on towing anything with it either.Are you even aware that the F250 comes in gas or diesel engines, in regular tires or dually configuration. These are two things that make a very large difference in what is the better truck depending on what your “fun” is.My suggestion is that you get neither until you do A LOT of research on what you want to actually do, and what makes a good truck for those needs (and from sounds out general automotive knowledge as well), then you can make an informed decision instead of hoping the stranger on quora is not just talking out their butt or have a baseless bias.If you dont want to do any of that then just go to your local dealership and drop $60k on a ford raptor, at least then you have bumper to bumper warranty so they will fix most any damage that was not from a collision.
How do off-road tires work for normal street driving?
Some drivers think that all tires are just tires :), but there are many different types, even for the same vehicle and wheel size. There are also several major differences between regular tires and 4×4 tires. There is also several variations of 4×4 tires.Off-road tires are a kind of vehicle tires that use deep tread to provide more traction on unpaved surfaces such as loose dirt, mud, sand, or gravel. Compared to ice or snow tires, they lack studs but contain deeper and wider grooves meant to help the thread sink into mud or gravel surfaces.On an off-road tire, the much deeper tread-depth is much harder to clog-up. And even when these gaps in the tread pattern are full of dirt and mud; there’s enough rubber in contact with the ground to retain enough friction to move the vehicle. In fact, with off-road tires in general; much more rubber is in contact with the ground at all times than with a regular tire.Certainly, with more rubber in contact with the ground and much more friction being created this also has two major flaws:When on a normal road surface they will become worn much faster than a tire designed for road use. Off-road tires driving on a normal road surface are creating much more friction than is actually needed to propel the vehicle forwards.These tires actually create so much friction that it slows the vehicle down considerably, leading to excess fuel consumption as well. The greater the friction between the vehicle and the road; the harder the engine will need to work to move the vehicle at the same speed.For off-road, these tires are best but on the normal road using off-road tire is not recommended.
Is it true that front-wheel drive cars are bad for snow, like if one wheel gets stuck in snow it won't come out?
Back in the dark ages when I was a kid, there was no internet, no smart phones, and no FWD cars. Well, almost no FWD cars. They we just being introduced to the US for mass consumption. In those days if you lived in an area that got regular snow fall in the winter you had to go to a junkyard and buy a couple of, (hopefully fairly straight) used wheels that would fit your car. Then you’d take your two extra wheels to a tire shop or corner full service gas station and purchase two studded snow tires and have them installed on the wheels. Then depending on what time of year it is, you’d either have your newly mounted studded snow tires installed on the rear drive axle of your car or thrown in the trunk so that you could store them in the garage until needed.I have friends who are 10 or so years older than me who tell stories of working endless hours at the corner service station in high school when the first snow storm of the season was being called for just switching the two back wheels on cars with the snow tires in the trunk.When the majority of the cars from the ‘60’s & ‘70’s (mostly tear drive) had rusted out and had been used up, they were replaced with front wheel drive cars in the ‘80’s & ‘90’s. I remember the first time I drove a FWD car on winter roads. I was amazed at how sure footed it was compared to all the rear drive vehicles I was used to driving!It is my opinion that FWD cars are one of many reasons why we don’t have the corner full service gas station anymore. FWD cars don’t need studded snow tires, so all that business went away. In fact, in most of the states where the use of studded snow tires was common back in the old days, it is now illegal to use them because they aren’t necessary for 99% of the vehicles on the road and they tear up the pavement.So in summary, no! FWD is not bad in snow. It’s the best thing to ever happen to winter driving in my opinion.Note: For everyone out there who loves to pick a part people’s answers, please don’t bother. For example: of course I know that Cords from the ‘30’s and Eldorados & Toronados from the ‘60’s & ‘70’s were FWD. It doesn’t matter. Of course 4WD is superior to FWD. It doesn’t matter. Including every minute detail in an answer is not nessasary or enjoyable to read in my humble opinion.
How a 2 wheel drive pick up truck would perform on the snow?
For most applications, a 2x4 is entirely adequate. I drove a 92 Dodge Dakota 2wd through Maryland winters for over 4 years without any serious problems. Every now and again I would get a little stuck, but nothing I couldn't rock my way out of. One trick I kept up my sleeve was to bring a bunch of woven rope on hand. When things got really bad I would tie a bunch of loops through the holes on the rims, around the tire. That was kind of a poor man's chain tires that didn't eat up the rubber of my tires like real chains would have. Also, much cheaper. You can also leave the bed of the truck full of snow when it snows, rather than shoveling it out. That adds weight to the rear wheels, helping with traction. A couple key factors for choosing a truck for snow driving in our area are the quality of your tires, and ground clearance. You don't need chunky off road tires, just decent heavy duty M&S tires are fine for our area. As for ground clearance, if you can keep the bottom of the truck above the surface of the snow, you won't get stuck as much. My Dakota had about10 inches of ground clearance and it was just fine. Later I had a 87 B2000 Mazda that was actually a little higher, and that truck fared very well in the snow. A LSD rear end is very useful, but not entirely required. Keep one more thing in mind. If you do decide to get a 4x4, remember it will not help with steering or stopping. A 4x4 will get you over those really deep drifts, and will help get up a hill (altho if you are patient a 2x4 will also work on most hills) but both systems are the same when it comes to steering and stopping. Therefore, be cautious not to feel invincible just because you have a 4x4. My very first car was a 87 Camaro, perhaps the worst car for snow driving ever. Light rear end, very low profile, and street tires. However that car got me through the winter of 03-04 (remember that crazy snowstorm???) and because of some careful driving, I never got stuck. So uncless you live in a very hilly, rural, muddy, or mountainous area, a 4x4 is not at all required.
Are 5.2l v8 magnum good motors for off road?
That 318 has been a long time dodge truck motor that goes way back. It has plenty of power and torque for any situation when you are 4 wheeling you should be in 4 lo this multiples the torque oand power and reduces the load on your transmission by a lot. If you 4 wheel in hi range on steep terrain the engine may push great but the tranny gets a beating in terms of abuse and friction and heat. Its better to use low range and if the trail opens up to some long high speed stretches put it in hi range for that and then go back to low range when necessary. Also your rig will climb hills better when the gearing is lower. I had bone stock 318 motors in trucks and cars that were beating corvettes and some muscle cars back in the 70s and 80s you had to do a neutral drop from about 4000 rpm but it pulled hard and the transmission stayed together and you did not miss a shift that 318 was a powerhouse small block in its own right. Another almost unknown dodge motor with big potential is a 340 cubic inch with a good intake the right heads and dual exhaust it will light the tires up in all 4 gears in a 4 speed tranny no problem. I never heard of it until one day my friend came over to give me a ride in her dodge dart GT I couldn't believe what that big car could do she kept grabbing gears and the rear tires never stopped smoking right up through 4 th gear.
Is it better to purchase a 4x4 or 4x2 truck?
If you buy a pickup truck, most of them are not permanent 4x4. E.g. Toyota Hilux, Nissan Navara, Mitsubishi Triton, etc.On tar, you drive in 2wd and benefit of the fuel economy of the 2wd. Never select 4wd on tar as it needs a loose surface like gravel, sand or mud to release tension between the front and the rear axles. These trucks are NOT permanent 4x4 also known as AWD.As soon as you leave tar, you should select 4wd.Remember that these cars are built tough to go off-road. Not sure that all 2wd trucks are built as strong as these pick-ups or UTEs as we say nowadays.For instance, the Toyota Hilux has won over the years the well-deserved reputation of being indestructible. Maybe a bit exaggerated but is is clearly one of the most reliable car especially if you consider what we put it through.
Will my truck shake while driving on a pavement if I have mud tires that are worn?
If your truck, with mud tires, is shaking on the highway, the most likely culprit, as mention in other answers is mud in the rim(s).If you did any major off road driving, you could have a large piece of mud in one of more of the wheels, making it unbalanced and causing a shake.This can also occur when not in serious off road conditions. When driving on wet gravel/dirt/mud roads, that are not bad enough to be considered off road, you will often build up a layer of mud, dirt, or sand on the inside of the rim. The centrifugal force of driving usually spreads this dirt evenly, thus the tire stays in balance.Problems than occur when some of that mud/dirt comes out but some remains. This can happen when hitting a large bump in the road. In my experience, however, it is most common when washing the truck. I most cases some of the mud is washed out of the rim, while some remains, causing the pickup to shake, sometimes quite drastically.The first thing you should do is crawl under your truck and check the insides of the wheels. If there is any mud or dirt build up, scrape it out. You will probably need to move your truck slightly at least once after you have removed all the dirt you can reach, so you can reach all parts of the wheel.Following that, take your truck for a test drive. If the shaking is gone, problem solved. If not, check the tires for signs of uneven wear, or take it to a tire shop and have it checked. If no problem with the tires is found, take it to a mechanic and have the steering components checked, followed by the suspension.Its likely mud in the rims though. Happens to me all the time, and every time I wash my truck.
Is it true that 4WD vehicles can also get stuck in snow?
Oh yes, they can get stuck easily. 4 wheel drive doesn’t guarantee you can’t get a vehicle stuck. 4 wheel drive is an aid, not a panacea. It can certainly help you move when you might not in a 2 wheel drive vehicle, but 4 wheel drive isn’t enough to keep you from trouble.I worked for a farmer/rancher when I was a kid. He had a 4 wheel drive truck, but always took the 2 wheel drive vehicle when the roads were muddy or it was snowing. I asked him why and he said: “If I took the 4 wheel drive, I would have to walk further when I finally got stuck!” In his mind, 4 wheel drive just meant that he would simply be farther from home when the truck finally couldn’t go any further. If the roads were that bad, he felt he had no business being out on them.He had the 4 wheel drive, mostly for dry days. There were parts of his land where the 2 wheel drive truck didn’t have the ground clearance or the power to get through. Like these types of areas:or checking fence in areas like this:I once had to get to work. 50 miles in a large snow storm, interstate travel with 1 foot off snowfall, more falling, and the plows hadn’t been out in force yet. I had a front wheel drive Honda Civic. It took me 2 hours to go that 50 miles. In that time, several AWD and 4 wheel drive vehicles went past me at a much higher speed than I was going. I passed 5 of those after they spun out of control and got stuck in the ditch. There were four more vehicles in the ditch - all 4 wheel drive vehicles - one of them a highway patrol SUV. I made it without once slipping or sliding - mostly because I was driving at about 15MPH.The biggest problem with driving a four wheel drive or AWD vehicle is that people think they are superior to 2 wheel drive or front wheel drive vehicles in bad weather. And they are, to the extent that they generally have higher ground clearance, they tend to have more aggressive tires on them, and they can get you moving much more efficiently than 2 wheel drive vehicles. So people tend to drive them too fast and get into trouble. The biggest problem with AWD and 4WD is that once you get off the gas on on the brakes, or once you start sliding, you are no different than any other vehicle. 4 wheel drive does NOT help you stop and people with 4 wheel drive tend to drive too fast in bad weather.Get out of this without a tow truck: