Just traded our 2000 Taco for a 2008 Access Cab 4WD. We're disappointed in the level of road and engine noise at highway speeds. In particular, from
RWB
Did you drive any of them before you bought one?
The OEM tires are s*it. But I agree that engine noise and road noise are excessive. Anyways, some real tires will help.
Thanks for the tips. Probably just leave my hearing aids at home, until we need new tires, anyhow.
RWB
BTW, there shouldn't be ANY "buzz" in the steering wheel, I'd make the dealer look into that.
My 2007 Taco's tires howl like crazy on concrete at highway speeds but are relatively quiet on asphalt. Any recommendations on better road tires?
Jay Cups
DanG wrote:
Change tire brand or model. Tires have many properties, and you give up one to get another. But most would buy a tire for better safety, rather than less noise.
Coopers are pretty quiet. Well at least the Discoverers STTs (I think thats right, the touring versions).
I won't buy anything but Michelin. The AS model is pretty quiet, and the smoothest ride I've ever had in a 31" tire. Also lasts forever.
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