Talk Morgan Forums Thread Like Summary - 4/4 Tyre alternative Maxxis Mecotra

Since my post might not be found in another thread if someone is looking for tyre alternatives regarding their 4/4 in the size 165/80/15, I have started this thread for better search results.

I couldn't stand the very unpleasant behavior of my one-year-old T-Trac2 from Indian production any longer. As I already mentioned, the car shook uncomfortably from side to side between 70 km/h and 90 km/h. Balancing didn't help. Now I've tried a tyre that is actually one of the cheaper options also with the dimensions 165/80/15. This Maxxis Mecotra has some of the best test results for dry and wet grip from ADAC, the German automobile club. It has very good grip, similar to the T-Trac2, maybe even a little bit better. And most importantly, it runs absolutely smoothly and without any nasty sideways wobbling more like the older T-Trac2 did, more like a billiard ball now. I'm also pleasantly surprised by how good it looks. The grooves in the tread protrude more into the side than on the T-Trac2, giving it a more rustic look.


https://www.maxxis.com/uk/tyre/mecotra-me3/








T-Trac2 for comparison

I’ve just looked, mine are Indian.
Perhaps you just got a dodgy batch…..🤷🏼‍♂️

The best tyres I’ve had on a Morgan were Avon CR6zz’s on my 75th anniversary 4/4. They’re a street legal classic race tyre, outrageously expensive but extremely good.

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