FYI, volks: A happy user of Hankook tires heard from. -----Original Message----- From: RDelange@vines.gems.gov.bc.ca <RDelange@vines.gems.gov.bc.ca> To: jeannemaly@email.msn.com <jeannemaly@email.msn.com> Date: Monday, July 13, 1998 12:01 PM Subject: re: Hancook Tires
>Jeanne, >I purchased the Hankook TX24 33"x15" for my Land Cruiser about 8 years ago. >They have served me very well over the years, proven by the fact that I am >still using them today. When I bought them, the price was the lowest for that >type and size of tire. They have an aggressive tread designed for mud and snow, > and as such, they are fairly noisy and probably not suitable for lengthy >freeway trips. My vehicle is used primarily off-road, (not many highway miles), > and besides, a Land Cruiser's engine and wind noise is louder than the tire >noise, so it's not an issue for me. >When I'm on the trail, I usually air the tires down to between 12 and 20 lbs. >to improve traction and soften the ride somewhat. The sidewalls have endured >the scraping and scuffing that happen at low pressures very well. I have never >experienced any kind of catastophic tire failure, even under some pretty tough >conditions (i.e rock crawling, mud holes, and deep snow.). In fact, the only >repairs necessary have been for minor punctures caused by nails and screws and >such. I have used a repair kit to plug the holes myself, and those repairs have > lasted ever since. All in all, I am very pleased with the Hankooks, and I >anticipate buying the same brand if and when my tread wears out. >Good luck with your purchase and your trip - sounds like an exciting excursion! > >..Rob > >Regards, Rob deLange, >rdelange@wetcoast.bc.ca >---------- Original Text ---------- > >From: Jeanne Maly <jeannemaly@email.msn.com>, on 7/11/98 11:47 AM: > >Rob, >I'm researching tires for my VW Vanagon Syncro (All Wheel Drive) and was >looking for information on Hancook tires. A search of the Web turned up >your name. Are you happy with these tires? Would you give me your opinion, >please? I'm preparing for a trip to South America and need really tough, >dependable tires. > >TIA >Jeanne Maly >jeannemaly@msn.com > > > > > |
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