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c0m3d1an
07-26-2007, 06:02 PM
Hi All, I had a sidewall blowout on my front stock tire about two weeks ago. I was climbing a small hill and didnt see the rock shaped like a dagger that was halfway up the hill. It put a 3" gash in the sidewall, it was flat in seconds. I had to drive about 1 mile back to the house through some nasty terrain. That was fun.
As soon as I got back I realized how vulnerable I was with the two ply tires so here is what I ended up getting.

Tires - ITP XTR 25x8x12, 25x10x12
Rims - ITP Type 4 Black
Skids - Aluminum Products full skid package
Kevlar CV Boot covers

I put the tires on today and finally got to go for a ride after work.
These XTR tires are amazing. I can actually steer better now. The traction is really good too.
I did not notice any power loss with these tires.
On the trails I rode tonight there was no pulling of the bars to the left or right while going through rocks, roots, ruts, mud, or logs. I heard alot of stories of this tires doing this and as far I saw, it is BS.
The Aluminum Products skids are well made. I looked at Ricochet Skid Plates and they are nice but I liked the coverage of the Aluminum products better.
The installation was not too bad. I think it took me about 2 hrs to get them all installed.
I also bought the Kevlar CV boot covers. The last thing you want is a torn boot when you are in the middle of no where. Get some, they are cheap.
Now installing the Kevlar CV boot covers is a different story.
Make sure you go to a hardware store before the install and buy a bag of 14" zip ties.
Trust me, you will need them.
Thats all from me for a while. It definetly feels good to be back riding the Grizz again, man I love this bike.

Here are some pictures while I was out today. You can see the skids, rims, and tires.

http://s204.photobucket.com/albums/bb273/c0m3d1an/?action=view&current=Picture012.jpg

http://s204.photobucket.com/albums/bb273/c0m3d1an/?action=view&current=Picture014.jpg

http://s204.photobucket.com/albums/bb273/c0m3d1an/?action=view&current=Picture017.jpg

http://s204.photobucket.com/albums/bb273/c0m3d1an/?action=view&current=Picture018.jpg

Thanks again redred55 for the awesome deal on the type 4 rims, and thanks to all for the info over the last few months about tires, rims, skids, ect...

later.............

oleboy87
10-11-2007, 07:40 PM
looks pretty good to me! wheel and tire choice!

mikebell72
11-07-2007, 12:06 PM
is there any clearence problems with the taller tire?

c0m3d1an
01-08-2008, 07:04 AM
Hi, There is no clearance issues at all. I went with the same size as stock front and rear which is 25".
These XTR's are great. I have been using them lately in the snow and ice and I am impressed. We got at least 2 1/2 ft in NE and the grizz with these tires is unstoppable.
I have ridden on paved roads, rough rocks, and everything else you would encounter and they are not even worn yet.
Buy a set, you wont be disappointed.

have a great day.

desertdweller
06-16-2008, 07:09 PM
Looks like you got thing under control. Nice tires,they'll do you justice.
You got coverage with those skids that for sure,boots should serve you
well too. Enjoy the trail, tread lightly and did you throw that trout back or
have it for diner.:D