Ranger Tires?
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Ranger Tires?
I have a 2006 Ford Ranger 2WD. I don't have any lift kits or anything like that. I live on a dirt road with a some hills in NC. I was curious which tires would be recommended?
Also, it has 113,000 miles on it, so far. Been an incredible truck, not a single problem. Biggest problem was replacing spark plug and wires. However, someone said the suspension should be looked at every 50,000 miles ... should I have it looked at or possibly replaced? By putting my weight on each tire individually while it's parked, they all have bounce. However, when hitting holes on my dirt road, it does bang a bit and definitely takes it alot harder than in previous years.
Also, it has 113,000 miles on it, so far. Been an incredible truck, not a single problem. Biggest problem was replacing spark plug and wires. However, someone said the suspension should be looked at every 50,000 miles ... should I have it looked at or possibly replaced? By putting my weight on each tire individually while it's parked, they all have bounce. However, when hitting holes on my dirt road, it does bang a bit and definitely takes it alot harder than in previous years.
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If you want to get some ideas on tires check out Tire Rack - Your performance experts for tires and wheels to find information on what's available and reviews by those that have purchased them. It'a a great reference tool whether you buy from them or not. If the shock absorbers have never been replaced it's time along with a front end alignment.
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They are original. So, I'll get that checked. Thanks. 
The tires wear cleanly. I just wasn't sure which tires would be best and easiest on the truck's wear or if it even makes a difference. So far, I've kept the cheapest at Wal-Mart (Wranglers) throughout it's life (I'm the original owner).
The tires wear cleanly. I just wasn't sure which tires would be best and easiest on the truck's wear or if it even makes a difference. So far, I've kept the cheapest at Wal-Mart (Wranglers) throughout it's life (I'm the original owner).
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I had the BFG Long Trails on my old 2wd Ranger. Great highway tires, and very good lifespan. They did OK in the mud and snow too.
I have BFG All Terrain KO's on my current Ranger, but they might be a little overkill for your needs.
I have BFG All Terrain KO's on my current Ranger, but they might be a little overkill for your needs.
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Awesome information everyone! MAZ, your link hit the spot for the tire information! My current tires offer 50,000 mile limited warrenty that sometimes WalMart won't even honor for me (they've denied once before and gave me a run-around hassle another time). The Firestone Firehawk Indy 500 looks awesome to me in reviews, ratings, and a 5 year/55,000 mile warrenty with 3 year free replacement. Thanks a ton, everyone.
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If you should decide to order tires versus buying them locally remember to factor in shipping and cost for mount/balance/ valve stem. Whichever way you go would recommend buying road hazard coverage. Good protection and far cheaper than paying to replace a tire at full retail should one develop a leak or blowout due to potholes etc.
