2nd Gen Ram Tech 1994-2001 Rams: This section is for TECHNICAL discussions only, that involve the 1994 through 2001 Rams. For any non-tech discussions, please direct your attention to the "General discussion/NON-tech" sub sections.

Definity Dakota M/T

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old Mar 29, 2010 | 12:40 AM
  #1  
redheadhunter21's Avatar
redheadhunter21
Thread Starter
|
Champion
Joined: Apr 2007
Posts: 2,831
Likes: 1
From: Miami, Fl
Default Definity Dakota M/T

Well I'm in need of tires and I like going off the beaten path quite often problem is 2wd, I have a friend trying to find out what kind of deal he can get me from his job but if that doesnt work out im looking at the Definity Dakota M/T as my tire of choice.

Why you ask they are cheap, got a quote for 265/75/16's load range E out the door on the truck for less than 580. I cant stand pepboys or their service but I wont need to deal with it but for putting the tires on and possibly if I have a problem. Oh yea they look sweet and have OWL

I understand they are made by Cooper Tires and all reviews on coopers and definity dakotas that I have seen have been good.

I'm not looking for your opinion on the best tire for my truck but rather either sell me on these tires or make me run away, I know I will get extra road noise and maybe some extra vibes but I'm young and can deal with it
 
Reply
Old Mar 29, 2010 | 12:43 AM
  #2  
PurplDodge's Avatar
PurplDodge
Legend
Joined: Jan 2008
Posts: 8,321
Likes: 12
From: Indiana
Default

I thought you were the LTX guy? Oh no!
 
Reply
Old Mar 29, 2010 | 12:50 AM
  #3  
redheadhunter21's Avatar
redheadhunter21
Thread Starter
|
Champion
Joined: Apr 2007
Posts: 2,831
Likes: 1
From: Miami, Fl
Default

I am just cant afford them, plus their not as aggresive as I want, in a couple more years when I have another truck one with a diesel this will get some LTX's back on it but for now I'm stepping away from one of if not the best all around tire.

And just like the sound of my motor cruising down the highway a tire roar just hits the spot. And when someone flings mud all over my truck I will be able to have sweet revenge
 
Reply
Old Mar 29, 2010 | 02:04 AM
  #4  
dakotas ram's Avatar
dakotas ram
Champion
Joined: Jul 2008
Posts: 3,430
Likes: 2
From: NW Arkansas
Default

ugh, i hate loud tires
 
Reply
Old Mar 29, 2010 | 04:08 AM
  #5  
BlueBeast2's Avatar
BlueBeast2
Champion
20 Year Member
Photogenic
Photoriffic
Shutterbug
Joined: Jul 2005
Posts: 2,966
Likes: 3
From: Greeneville, TN
Default

they ain't really that loud. Mine worked great in the snow. In a swapy field not so much lol. Other then that I have no problems. Just make sure you check the pressure in them and rotate them the way you should or they will wear down prety quick
 
Reply
Old Mar 29, 2010 | 06:15 AM
  #6  
olyelr's Avatar
olyelr
Record Breaker
Joined: Dec 2008
Posts: 2,032
Likes: 1
From: Elk Rapids, MI
Default

Hell, at that price its hard to go wrong for 4 new tires. I say get 'em.
 
Reply
Old Mar 29, 2010 | 10:54 AM
  #7  
EaRSh0T's Avatar
EaRSh0T
Registered User
Joined: Jan 2009
Posts: 43
Likes: 0
From: Billings, Montana
Default

Yokohamas geolanders are great, i got the geo AT/S 285s on my truck and they are nice an quiet, TONS of grip on snow/rain/dirt(like goin off road in the mountains an hills), Discount tire online has them, and free shipping. I bought mine last year for around 600 shipped. Really a great tire
 
Reply
Old Mar 29, 2010 | 11:18 AM
  #8  
yakkier's Avatar
yakkier
Banned
Joined: May 2006
Posts: 3,667
Likes: 1
From: Burnsville, mn - Pensacola, fl
Default

i have geolanders also but they wear out quickly on pavement, they ride nice and have nice tred but thats about it.

I'd say go for it red, i had a set of cooper cobras on my bmw and cooper seems to hold up nicely.
 
Reply
Old Mar 29, 2010 | 11:33 AM
  #9  
EaRSh0T's Avatar
EaRSh0T
Registered User
Joined: Jan 2009
Posts: 43
Likes: 0
From: Billings, Montana
Default

mine havent wore at all yet, ive put about 8k on them so far, all highway and they still look brand new. hell mine still have a lil rubber ***** from when it was new haha
 
Reply
Old Mar 29, 2010 | 11:36 AM
  #10  
yakkier's Avatar
yakkier
Banned
Joined: May 2006
Posts: 3,667
Likes: 1
From: Burnsville, mn - Pensacola, fl
Default

give it about 15k to 20k miles they'er rated for 50k and they will be bald long before 50k

they'er really good soft tires, very quiet but like i said i do NOTHING but pavement here and i dont do burn outs or drifting or anything of that nature, just everyday driving.

im sitting at around 19k on mine now and they'er starting to show their age
 
Reply



All times are GMT -4. The time now is 09:42 AM.