Fortera Tripple Tread on snow/ice

briang1387 · 12-05-2006, 12:52 AM

So here in Michigan, we got about 3-4 inches of snow (which is nothing basically) but given that it was about 16 degrees, some of the un-plowed side roads turned to an icy-snowy mix. I purchased the Fortera Tripple Tread a couple ofmonths ago and I wasn't exactly sure how they would hold up this winter; but so far, I'm really impressed. I tried going relatively fast around turns - where no traffic/other cars or ditches were present...don't want to get in a wreck - and there was a tiny slipping feeling, but then it would pull right through. In accompany of the 4X4 system (yeah, yeah, I know I have Quadra-Trac I..."it's not real 4X4"...I've heard it all on this forum), the tires did a really good job. With stock, there were a lot more slipping on the same conditions. Hopefully I can test them out in deeper snow, but as of now, I'm really impressed and glad I made the ivestment of getting them...because there were a lot cheaper options available.

Chinski · 12-05-2006, 09:21 AM

Did you notice much difference when stopping?

kwork · 12-05-2006, 12:36 PM

I'm really pleased with the dry and wet performance of my Triple Treads too. Haven't had a chance to try them in the snow yet

armax1980 · 12-05-2006, 02:40 PM

You do realize that 4X4 systems only help the vehicle go straight from a dead stop and nothing else.

ddrouin · 12-05-2006, 03:26 PM

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Originally Posted by armax1980

You do realize that 4X4 systems only help the vehicle go straight from a dead stop and nothing else.

Maybe thats how yours works. Mine does more that that.

briang1387 · 12-05-2006, 06:27 PM

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Originally Posted by armax1980

You do realize that 4X4 systems only help the vehicle go straight from a dead stop and nothing else.

You do know that when you have good tires, experience driving in adverse weather conditions, and four-wheel drive, it's a huge improvement.

Even with Quadra-Trac I, on a turn, when the rear wheels loose traction, the front wheels will start pulling. If you know how to drive in those kind of conditions, it's an added benefit.

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Did you notice much difference when stopping?

A little bit. The anti-lock brakes kept going off when I braked hard, like usual, but the tires didn't pull to either side so I was happy with that

JeepNJag · 12-06-2006, 05:06 PM

I've had my Triple Treads for several months now, and their performance in dry conditions, rain, and snow have been extremely impressive!!

And with 15+" of rain in November, they did get a workout!!

Cheers!!

Ken

horkn · 12-06-2006, 06:39 PM

from what i see, for road use the triple treads are decent, albeit pricey tires.
a set of pirelli scorpion ATR's will do everything that the triple treads do, for less $$, and have better traction off road.

my gf needed new tires for her 04 4runner v8 awd, and we looked at the fortera triple treads, the silent armoe wranglers, revo's, and scorpion ATR's. we wnet scorpion ATR's, and i have tested them in evry kind of condition in the 3 weeks we have had them on, well, ice, snow, deep snow, heavy rain and dry pavement.

i am extremely impressed with them.
for jeeps that are off road more often, the revo is arguably a slightly better tire than the scorpion ATR. either are less money than either goodyear, and you can at least get them. good year has been on strike for a while now, and stock at dealerships is low, tire size depending...

also, good years seem to wear out quicker than all the other brands of tire i have ever tried. and thats quite a few (GY, michelin, bridgestone, pirelli, dunlop, kumho, sumitomo, and probably a few others i am forgetting)

12-05-2006, 12:52 AM	#1
briang1387 Registered Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Okemos, MI Posts: 118 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Fortera Tripple Tread on snow/ice So here in Michigan, we got about 3-4 inches of snow (which is nothing basically) but given that it was about 16 degrees, some of the un-plowed side roads turned to an icy-snowy mix. I purchased the Fortera Tripple Tread a couple ofmonths ago and I wasn't exactly sure how they would hold up this winter; but so far, I'm really impressed. I tried going relatively fast around turns - where no traffic/other cars or ditches were present...don't want to get in a wreck - and there was a tiny slipping feeling, but then it would pull right through. In accompany of the 4X4 system (yeah, yeah, I know I have Quadra-Trac I..."it's not real 4X4"...I've heard it all on this forum), the tires did a really good job. With stock, there were a lot more slipping on the same conditions. Hopefully I can test them out in deeper snow, but as of now, I'm really impressed and glad I made the ivestment of getting them...because there were a lot cheaper options available.

12-05-2006, 09:21 AM	#2
Chinski Registered Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Southwest OH Posts: 613 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Did you notice much difference when stopping? __________________ 1998 ZJ 5.2 Ltd. K&N FIPK \| KillerB trans w/shift kit \| 200 over stock converter \| ML Headers \| Carsound 3" cat \| FM (50 series?) muffler \| Kolak 3" tailpipe \| OME SS \| OME springs \| 1.25 BB \| RE Monotubes \| 30x9.5 Cooper Discoverer ATR \| Wrangler Ravine wheels \| Modified kegger \| 50mm TB

12-05-2006, 02:40 PM	#4
armax1980 Registered Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: NYC,NY, USA Posts: 1,859 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	You do realize that 4X4 systems only help the vehicle go straight from a dead stop and nothing else. __________________ 1994 Hunter Green ZJ, 5.2L(Retired) 2006 Commander Steel Blue Metallic 4.7 V8

12-06-2006, 05:06 PM	#7
JeepNJag Registered Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Washington State Posts: 130 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	I've had my Triple Treads for several months now, and their performance in dry conditions, rain, and snow have been extremely impressive!! And with 15+" of rain in November, they did get a workout!! Cheers!! Ken __________________ Livin' in the People's Republic of Washington!! 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited - Midnight Blue with Gray interior, Hemi, Nav, Rear Seat DVD, etc. 2007 SAAB Aero Convertible - loaded for fun!

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12-05-2006, 12:36 PM	#3
kwork Registered Join Date: Aug 2006 Posts: 3 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	I'm really pleased with the dry and wet performance of my Triple Treads too. Haven't had a chance to try them in the snow yet

12-06-2006, 06:39 PM	#8
horkn Registered Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Thiensville, WI Posts: 1,732 Thanks: 2 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	from what i see, for road use the triple treads are decent, albeit pricey tires. a set of pirelli scorpion ATR's will do everything that the triple treads do, for less $$, and have better traction off road. my gf needed new tires for her 04 4runner v8 awd, and we looked at the fortera triple treads, the silent armoe wranglers, revo's, and scorpion ATR's. we wnet scorpion ATR's, and i have tested them in evry kind of condition in the 3 weeks we have had them on, well, ice, snow, deep snow, heavy rain and dry pavement. i am extremely impressed with them. for jeeps that are off road more often, the revo is arguably a slightly better tire than the scorpion ATR. either are less money than either goodyear, and you can at least get them. good year has been on strike for a while now, and stock at dealerships is low, tire size depending... also, good years seem to wear out quicker than all the other brands of tire i have ever tried. and thats quite a few (GY, michelin, bridgestone, pirelli, dunlop, kumho, sumitomo, and probably a few others i am forgetting)