Used Tires and Replacements for a 2014 F250

[crashz]

My F250 is my daily driver to work and such as well as occasional tow rig for my tractor and mini excavator. I bought it 2 years ago with 23k miles and it had brand new Firestone tires, the same model they come with stock (I can't remember the model). They are getting worn, with about 48k on the truck now and 25k miles on the tires. I estimate that I'll need to replace them either this fall or next year.

New tires range from ~$150 for no-name garbage tires to $350 each for premium brands. I expect to pay some where in the range of $1,000 to $1,200 for decent tires installed.

So my question is this: My truck is a basic work truck with steel wheels. I've been keeping an eye open for low mileage take-offs. There are a plethora of choices on Marketplace. Some with very low mileage. But the price is about the same as new tires installed. I have plenty of dry storage, so having a full set of spares is not a storage concern. I'm leaning in that direction, but what do you guys think? Is there anything I should look out for other than obvious visual damage or bulging of the tires?

 

[FZ1]

My F250 is my daily driver to work and such as well as occasional tow rig for my tractor and mini excavator. I bought it 2 years ago with 23k miles and it had brand new Firestone tires, the same model they come with stock (I can't remember the model). They are getting worn, with about 48k on the truck now and 25k miles on the tires. I estimate that I'll need to replace them either this fall or next year.

New tires range from ~$150 for no-name garbage tires to $350 each for premium brands. I expect to pay some where in the range of $1,000 to $1,200 for decent tires installed.

So my question is this: My truck is a basic work truck with steel wheels. I've been keeping an eye open for low mileage take-offs. There are a plethora of choices on Marketplace. Some with very low mileage. But the price is about the same as new tires installed. I have plenty of dry storage, so having a full set of spares is not a storage concern. I'm leaning in that direction, but what do you guys think? Is there anything I should look out for other than obvious visual damage or bulging of the tires?

Look, if the price of used tires is almost the same as new tires, get the new tires with free rotations balancing which will make them last longer. Consider a 150 and rent a 250 when needed. .02

 

[rstsco]

Even when buying new tires, they may not balance correctly so will need a different tire(s). I wouldn't take the chance.

Are you a veteran? Discount Tire offers veteran discounts, as do many stores, e.g. Lowes, Home Depot, Tractor Supply...

 

[UNC054]

Better off looking at new when they're on sale or coupled with a rebate on top of it.
3/4 ton & 1-ton trucks are harder on tires in general.
Find a decent 50k-60k rated LT tire with a warranty.

 

[z71bill]

Cooper Discoverer Stronghold AT - LT245/75R17/E 121/118S Tire​

Sam's club has them for $241 4x = $964 + $40 install = $1,004 + tax = $1,087.

I would go online to Discount Tire and get a price match - they will beat this price.

 

[IndyIan]

So you can get nearly new mounted OEM tires on OEM alloy rims? for $800-1000? Sounds pretty good, just look at them all closely for bulges, cuts, scuffs on the sidewall, plugs, etc, and look at who you are buying them from, as most guys aren't doing anything to damage tires on a new truck, but some might.

 

[crashz]

I probably shouldn't have led off with the used tire title as overall cost is not really the issue (it is what it is on a HD truck), but the reason I brought it up was really to demonstrate how close the two options are. So the choice I'm struggling with is: do I spend money on brand new tires or newish take-offs with wheels.

For instance there is a set from a 2023 F250 with 7000 miles for a reasonable price nearby, $850. Wheels and tires look to be in fantastic condition from the photos. I'd have to check the date code, but I would guess they would give a couple years of service. Then I would re-shod the wheels I have. Maybe do a dedicated winter/summer tire setup.

Maybe I'm overthinking this and should just buy new tires when the time comes? Marketplace has me doing this far too often.

 

[FZ1]

I probably shouldn't have led off with the used tire title as overall cost is not really the issue (it is what it is on a HD truck), but the reason I brought it up was really to demonstrate how close the two options are. So the choice I'm struggling with is: do I spend money on brand new tires or newish take-offs with wheels.

For instance there is a set from a 2023 F250 with 7000 miles for a reasonable price nearby, $850. Wheels and tires look to be in fantastic condition from the photos. I'd have to check the date code, but I would guess they would give a couple years of service. Then I would re-shod the wheels I have. Maybe do a dedicated winter/summer tire setup.

Maybe I'm overthinking this and should just buy new tires when the time comes? Marketplace has me doing this far too often.

Well, if it ain't about the cost, what's the problem? Buy new with free install, rotations, and balancing. One and done. .02

 

[meep]

I’m assuming the take-offs include alloy wheels? I’ve bought a couple of sets of alloy take-offs and have been pleased. Oem wheels are better quality than the general aftermarket offerings.

As for tires, the milestar Patagonia AT is a surprisingly very good LT all-terrain. It’s an Asian manufacture under Linlong - I’m not generally a fan of buying in that category but I am familiar with a set on a lifted F150 and they have been as good as any cooper or general all terrain I’ve owned.

 

[barkingspider]

I purchased OEM take off wheels & tires many times and for cheap with never any problems. People let them go for next to nothing all the time. This is what I recommend especially since you have the space to store a 2nd set.

 

[MParr]

Here's a place in North Carolina.
https://www.stwdirect.com/

 

[crashz]

I have had very good luck with Toyos and Coopers. I like the design of those Strongholds!

I missed the chance on the set that I had in my example above. Apparently they move pretty fast. I'm really not in any hurry as the Firestones are still in OK condition with more than minimal tread. Gonna keep my eye open for more take-offs though.

 

[The_Jeff]

I do enjoy playing "the rim game", though I have my own tire machine and ability to program sensors.

It is nice having a second set of rims for winter tires, or to leap-frog and mount your next set before you're really ready to install them on the truck. And if you have a problem-- a vibration, a flat you want to fix on your schedule, you can swap one or two from the other set.

 

[slacktide_bitog]

Do you need or want another set of wheels for winter use? If so, the takeoffs would be good for that purpose

You might like the Nokian Outpost. There's also the Agilis CrossClimate

There are some really cool-looking AT and MT tires
Centennial DirtCommander
Predator New Mutant XAT
Americus Rugged MT
Radar Renegade AT Pro
Terra Raider ATX KU-257
Kanati TerraCommander RTX

 

[crashz]

I do enjoy playing "the rim game", though I have my own tire machine and ability to program sensors.

It is nice having a second set of rims for winter tires, or to leap-frog and mount your next set before you're really ready to install them on the truck. And if you have a problem-- a vibration, a flat you want to fix on your schedule, you can swap one or two from the other set.

Exactly! I don't have a tire machine, and I feel like that is all the more reason to have the convivence of a second set mounted on rims.