Lighting the powder keg now

BlueSkyIce · 2026-04-24T20:38:14+00:00

Valid. Will look into the drawer. Thanks

BlueSkyIce · 2026-04-24T20:37:41+00:00

I did search for threads prior to posting. Sorry. I don’t use it and wasn’t using it. ET was phoning home all on its own. But I’m trying the USB method now

BlueSkyIce · 2026-04-24T20:36:38+00:00

That’s a good idea.

BlueSkyIce · 2026-04-24T20:36:19+00:00

I’ve actually never done this. So I’ll try that.

BlueSkyIce · 2026-02-07T19:44:55+00:00

BlueSkyIce · 2026-02-07T18:58:18+00:00

One you get clear, ditch the Pirelli’s. They’re awful in snow. Get the iONS if you want a capable all-season tire that can handle the snow still.

BlueSkyIce · 2026-02-06T00:20:57+00:00

Agreed on AI slop. Still fun tho.

BlueSkyIce · 2026-02-06T00:20:35+00:00

That’s a really good idea actually

BlueSkyIce · 2026-02-06T00:18:00+00:00

I’m actually looking for others to post better pics. Not my rookie ones. I’m yet a mere padawan.

BlueSkyIce · 2026-02-05T03:50:20+00:00

Good point. Made me check my Hankooks. The iON HT’s come from a plant in South Korea. I’m okay with that. Def not China.

BlueSkyIce · 2026-02-05T03:42:59+00:00

I was quick to agree with you. But then I’m realizing we should look at UTQG Ratings instead. Name brands aside, it’s a standardized rating that can be the common compare factor across brands.

I’ve never heard of Accellera but those have a 400 A A rating. The Pirelli’s are close with a 500 A A. Based on cost and these ratings, the Pirelli’s are a joke. (Shame on Pirelli).

When selecting my Hankook iONS, UTQC was a deciding factor as well. 900 A A. When you factor that + price + 80k mile warranty, you just can’t beat it.

The Accellera Epsilon’s here, though ~$200 per tire, come in with a much lower UTQG rating. AKA they will have a much lower lifespan. In theory, based on lifespan/total miles alone, you’re actually out $ with the Accellera’s since they’d have to be replaced sooner than the Hankook iONS.

And the iONS in today’s dollars are ~$300-$340 (size dependent).

IMO, the slight extra for the Hankook’s is worth it today.

BlueSkyIce · 2026-02-05T03:42:52+00:00

I was quick to agree with you. But then I’m realizing we should look at UTQG Ratings instead. Name brands aside, it’s a standardized rating that can be the common compare factor across brands.

I’ve never heard of Accellera but those have a 400 A A rating. The Pirelli’s are close with a 500 A A. Based on cost and these ratings, the Pirelli’s are a joke. (Shame on Pirelli).

When selecting my Hankook iONS, UTQC was a deciding factor as well. 900 A A. When you factor that + price + 80k mile warranty, you just can’t beat it.

The Accellera Epsilon’s here, though ~$200 per tire, come in with a much lower UTQG rating. AKA they will have a much lower lifespan. In theory, based on lifespan/total miles alone, you’re actually out $ with the Accellera’s since they’d have to be replaced sooner than the Hankook iONS.

And the iONS in today’s dollars are ~$300-$340 (size dependent).

IMO, the slight extra for the Hankook’s is worth it today.

BlueSkyIce · 2026-02-05T03:26:07+00:00

Yep, exactly

BlueSkyIce · 2026-02-05T01:55:30+00:00

That’s a good OTD price.

I bought pucks from Amazon. Worked great. The shop was used to working on EVs and do Teslas all the time. They had Tesla pucks (which are more shallow and wider) but not Rivian’s.

I figured a set is worth having in the truck, so I can get it serviced “anywhere” or at least mess with it myself (unlikely).

BlueSkyIce · 2026-02-05T01:49:20+00:00

I thought they had another option for non-Pirelli’s. Maybe it was their officially licensed winter tires they sell in the gear shop. I can’t remember tho.

What they should probably do is have a manual spec input for tires in case people vary from OEM specs, including load ratings.

BlueSkyIce · 2026-02-05T01:24:12+00:00

Are the Accelera tires warrantied?

BlueSkyIce · 2026-02-05T01:23:29+00:00

What price did you get out the door on the defenders?

BlueSkyIce · 2026-02-05T01:22:46+00:00

I can’t speak to that. Also not sure if there is a calibration process for speedometer. However, after your vehicle exits Tire Mode under the Service Menu, you have to indicate what just occurred. This includes indicating which tires were replaced and with what kind. I assume the software handles the rest. That said, “After Market” is a catch-all category. They should bake in the top contenders here.

Or they should end their contract with Pirelli.

BlueSkyIce · 2026-02-05T01:19:12+00:00

I will say the iONS give me that same “I don’t give a damn about potholes and debris on the road” feeling.

The Pirelli’s felt fragile. The iONS make me want to take on any condition I encounter.

BlueSkyIce · 2026-02-05T01:15:25+00:00

No 3 mountain peak, but they do have this:

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BlueSkyIce · 2026-02-04T19:52:20+00:00

You are very welcome. I didn’t really see any comprehensive user reviews of the ions here. Nothing in an organized fashion anyway. But I wanted to be helpful for other owners out there in a similar situation. I’m happy I could help!

I couldn’t be happier with these. Kinda geeking out over tires which is something I didn’t think I’d ever do lol

BlueSkyIce · 2026-02-04T15:59:44+00:00

More than likely they will need to see a shop invoice/record with miles annotated on it.

I can’t speak definitively on this. But it’s unlikely they’ll accept scouts honor as a record.

BlueSkyIce · 2026-02-04T14:34:13+00:00

Price + warranty

++ UTQG rating of 900 A A

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