Catskills utility

[Biggbird]

Hi all, I'm working with a local mechanic to build my 2000 Explorer into mountain utility vehicle to traverse newly cut trails in the bush. It's in the shop now for a 3 inch suspension lift. I'll be driving around and over wet clay fields sharp rocks and tree stumps carrying loads of lime and fertilizer. I'm looking for recommendations for a tire that can do these things. E load, strong sidewalls... Brand as well as maximum size width Etc. For deep snow and ice I've been using glacier chains and they work great. Will never need to take it down the mountain to paved road except to drive to town 10 miles to get gas Etc. Thank you!

 

[Rick]

https://www.goodyear.com/en-US/tires/wrangler-mtr-kevlar

Goodyear Wrangler MT/R® With Kevlar®

• All-Season
  
• All-Terrain

Our best tire designed for extreme off-road expeditions, featuring DuPont™ Kevlar® that helps resist punctures when powering over rocks, mud, and sand.

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Another good one:

http://www.maxxis.com/catalog/tire-3-trepador-radial-m8060

TREPADOR RADIAL M8060
Extreme Off Road Radial born from our off-road racing DNA

• Aggressive, directional tread design provides excellent traction on and off-road
• Multi-curve siping improves traction on loose dirt and other slippery surfaces
• Arrangement ensures a uniform tread contact area for sure-footed handling
• Jointless spiral-wound cap ply maximizes ride refinement and durability
• Multi-stage staggered shoulder pattern provides improved side bite on difficult terrain
• Nylon belt-reinforced tire construction improves puncture resistance and prolongs tread life
• M&S All-Season rated

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With a 3" lift you should be able to fit 33s with just a little trimming at the edge of the fender.
http://www.explorerforum.com/forums/index.php?threads/lifts-and-max-tire-sizes.67200/

 

[Biggbird]

Thanks, Rick!