T5 Tyres 17" what is available in OZ

[Tig-uan]

"GoodYear Cargo Vectors are is unbearable. It's like driving on solid rubber wheels."

Yes, I had Cargo Vectors on my other van on 16", (on Renault Trafic van), they are exactly like solid rubber wheels.
I now use Continental Vanco 2 on the Renault, the improvement is huge, these ones approach a car tyre in ride and noise.

[T5gal]

I thought that too. But, after one week driving on noisy tyres I've changed my opinion on that.

So, think twice before you spend your cash.

Oh dear. Thanks for that, still not sure what I will do, though I will consider all of that, Transporter and Tig-uan.

[bobf]

I drive a 2010 T5 campervan, touring weight about 2850kg. I use the dreaded Goodyear Cargo Vectors, as fitted to the Tracka Ats, and although noisy and a bit hard I have found them to be the ducks guts for outback travel - have done Birdsville, stretzleki, Savannah Way, and countless outback tracks on corrugated/stony/rough roads without a puncture, chip etc so travelled far more relaxed on those roads than I ever did with highway tyres.
I use 45 psi on the blacktop and 32-34psi on the gravel, and find the ride acceptable at those pressures and load weight - the Koni shocks probably help as well. Current set of tyres have done 35k and about 50% down and wear is even across the tread. I would love a quieter, softer ride like the original Michelins (lasted 12k under my use) but am prepared to forgo the comfort bits for the reliability and extra load capacity (109 load rated, LT construction)of the Vectors for outback travel.

[Transporter]

It's good know that some people are happy with the Vectors. I saw mine when they were fitting them and the tyre fitter pointed out the strength of the side wall - he couldn't compress it with hands, so I have no doubts that it's the strongest tyre out there for the off road use.

If anyone in Adelaide is thinking about getting the Vectors, I have the spare that was never driven on and can offload it for $150 within 3 months when I get my next set of tyres.

[T5gal]

I drive a 2010 T5 campervan, touring weight about 2850kg. I use the dreaded Goodyear Cargo Vectors, as fitted to the Tracka Ats, and although noisy and a bit hard I have found them to be the ducks guts for outback travel - have done Birdsville, stretzleki, Savannah Way, and countless outback tracks on corrugated/stony/rough roads without a puncture, chip etc so travelled far more relaxed on those roads than I ever did with highway tyres.
I use 45 psi on the blacktop and 32-34psi on the gravel, and find the ride acceptable at those pressures and load weight - the Koni shocks probably help as well. Current set of tyres have done 35k and about 50% down and wear is even across the tread. I would love a quieter, softer ride like the original Michelins (lasted 12k under my use) but am prepared to forgo the comfort bits for the reliability and extra load capacity (109 load rated, LT construction)of the Vectors for outback travel.

Now that sounds hopeful. I'll put that one on the list to ask about. Thanks.

[bobf]

The original GY Cargo Vector 215/60R17c, 109T, have now been replaced with GY Cargo Vector 2 - euro reviews report them to be a bit quieter and better ride than the originals, tread pattern less aggressive, but similar load rating and c (LT) construction. Max. psi at max load is 70 psi - don't even think about anywhere near that pressure, I use the formula ....actual tyre load (weigh bridge) divided by tyre load rating (1050), multiplied by max. psi (70) , less 25-30% on the rough stuff. Seems to work out about right, A few less psi from that certainly increases ride and handling, and in my experience hasn't caused any uneven tread wear.

[Transporter]

The original GY Cargo Vector 215/60R17c, 109T, have now been replaced with GY Cargo Vector 2 - euro reviews report them to be a bit quieter and better ride than the originals, tread pattern less aggressive, but similar load rating and c (LT) construction. Max. psi at max load is 70 psi - don't even think about anywhere near that pressure, I use the formula ....actual tyre load (weigh bridge) divided by tyre load rating (1050), multiplied by max. psi (70) , less 25-30% on the rough stuff. Seems to work out about right, A few less psi from that certainly increases ride and handling, and in my experience hasn't caused any uneven tread wear.

Let us know your impressions when you get the new GY Cargo Vectors. Though I can't imagine myself buying them again.

[Tig-uan]

T5gel: looks like bobf found the solution for you, Cargo Vector 215/60R17c is the only tough tyre in 17", so you won't need to change the rims.

Goodyear Cargo Vector 2 Tyres

[T5gal]

Yes, That's great. Will let you know how it goes when it happens and I next go off road. Fingers crossed. Thanks bobf.

[lemmiwinks]

I got some Maxxis MAP1 tyres fitted a couple months ago. Very quiet tyres and good handling.

I previously had the Goodyear cargo vectors on the same van as well. The sidewalls on those tyres are definitely the toughest sidewalls I've had on my van over the years. Although they're also the NOISIEST tyres I've ever had.