BFGoodrich A/T KO vs Goodyear Wrangler Silent Armor

cranky · 04-10-2009, 06:52 PM

Hi everybody--been lurking here for the past week or so finding out what I need for my new (to me) Tacoma. Its a 2006 TX Edition double cab longbed. No off road package, no lift, pretty stock. Anyway, I need this truck to get me to fishing spots 25-30 miles off road, a few times a year. These roads are pretty well maintained, but do travel through some washes and so sand traction is important to me, much more than snow/ice. Nothing too crazy though, and I drive like a grandma

I found some wheels to replace the 20" that are on there now, and need to make a final decision on the tires. Seems like "you can't go wrong" with the BFGs, and I'm reading a lot of reviews for the Goodyears saying "best tires I've ever had"

What do you guys think I should go with?

BF Goodrich All-Terrain T/A KO
http://www.tirerack.com/tires/tires....e1=yes&place=8

Goodyear Wrangler SilentArmor
http://www.tirerack.com/tires/tires....e1=yes&place=9

Thanks in advance

thekidcatcher · 04-10-2009, 09:56 PM

Out of those two I would say get the BFG's. i have had a set of those and they were a great tire for the type and price. Also depends on the type of driving you are going to be doing, but regardless they are a great all around tire.

5vzrider00 · 04-10-2009, 09:57 PM

I love my BFG's. Quiet ride on road and great performance off road. A little pricey but worth it IMO. Not to mention they have a tough look

tacomaman06 · 04-10-2009, 10:01 PM

im gonna put my vote out there for a set of bridgestone dueler a/t revo's............awesome tires!!

TacoGuy05 · 04-10-2009, 10:50 PM

Bfgs!!!!!!!

Stillfly199 · 04-11-2009, 12:18 AM

I voted BFG, they are awesome. I love the ride and they are great off road in my opinion.

Simon's Mom · 04-11-2009, 05:06 AM

Both these tires are rated as an on/off road all-terrain but once you see these in person, you will notice a big difference in these two tires.

The BFG have more max load range, tread & weigh more (2835, 16/32/, 51lbs, 65psi) than the Silent Armors (2403, 14/32, 44lbs, 44psi). A tire that compares to it is like a General Grabber AT2.

My truck & your truck is very similiar (stock, no lift, minimal off road) and I have Goodyear Silent Armors. I bought them to replace the stock dunlops. Wanted something that was close to stock tire weight & not as beefy as the BFGs. I got recommendations from folks on the forums, then went to a tire shop & looked for myself. My 20k report on the Silent Armors are minimal road noise, no balance issues, worn excellent, handles well in all types of road conditions. Even though the tire is snowflake rated (i know not important to you) it was good, def not a replacement for snow tires. That was probably the only drawback in my application.

Also the cost difference between these two tires is about $30+/-.

So I voted Goodyears though the BFG are bad@ss looking tires in person plus will predict be the winner here in a landslide

TL697 · 04-11-2009, 10:25 AM

I've had both the BFG KO's and the Silent Armors... Of the 2, the silent armors were a better tire for me...

I voted for these, though:

Big O Bigfoot AT's

rpoint16 · 04-11-2009, 10:44 AM

I can't quote specs on tires, but I have had nothing but good luck with BFG AT/KO's. I off road around sharp rocks sometimes & have plenty of minor cuts & tears, but no sidewall penetration. They ride nice on the street. Do As well as possible in mud & snow. They never chunk.

I had a flat in my back right a couple of years ago on the trail, I with the stiff sidewall it still held form.

cranky · 04-11-2009, 10:52 AM

Thanks for the comments, I just wanted to add the pricing I've been quoted: BFG $173/ea, GY $187/ea. Seems like a great price for the BFGs.

derekabraham · 04-11-2009, 10:53 AM

I love my BFG A/Ts so much. They are a great tire.

derekabraham · 04-11-2009, 11:07 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cranky

Thanks for the comments, I just wanted to add the pricing I've been quoted: BFG $173/ea, GY $187/ea. Seems like a great price for the BFGs.

DAMN! What size?! That's an excellent price! Where is that quote from?

bambooshoots · 04-11-2009, 12:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tacomaman06

im gonna put my vote out there for a set of bridgestone dueler a/t revo's............awesome tires!!

This would be my advice too. I have a set and really like them.

But between the choices....probably the Goodyear SilentArmor Wranglers.

cranky · 04-11-2009, 06:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by derekabraham

DAMN! What size?! That's an excellent price! Where is that quote from?

Sears... now for the bad news. I went with the BFG, paid, and they said the tires would be there wednesday. They just called back to say that was the clearance pricing for a discontinued item. The new model is $213 ea.

derekabraham · 04-11-2009, 07:05 PM

They should still give you the discounted price. That's not like them. I got a quote from Sears for that price as well, but brought in a paper that said I could get them for $190 from Discount Tire and they only charged me $190. You might want to try that.

TL697 · 04-11-2009, 07:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cranky

Sears... now for the bad news. I went with the BFG, paid, and they said the tires would be there wednesday. They just called back to say that was the clearance pricing for a discontinued item. The new model is $213 ea.

That sucks...

I paid $700 out the door for my Big O AT's - mounted, lifetime balance, filled w/ nitrogen, and the full 3yr free replacement road hazard warranty...

canuck_tacoma · 04-12-2009, 08:46 PM

Wrangler Duratrac's!! Check these out. I do love my BFG's though.

http://www.goodyear.ca/pdf/WranglerDuraTrac.pdf

neslerrah · 04-12-2009, 11:39 PM

I would go with the BFGoodrich All Terrain TA-KO. I have a set on my Tacoma, they are great. They run well on the road, in the mud, and snow. Great tire all around.

dustinuhls · 04-16-2009, 01:14 AM

I've got the BFGs and love them. They are quiet on the road and handle great off-road. I've had these on for about 4 years, and the tread wear is great! Also, I think they just look cooler. I've always had MTs on my truck before I bought these tires, but decided to buy the ATs since I now live in the city and don't do as much off roading as I used to.

David Tarantino · 05-02-2009, 12:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tacomaman06

im gonna put my vote out there for a set of bridgestone dueler a/t revo's............awesome tires!!

iam with him ^^^^^^ Bridgestone revos

View Poll Results: Which tires?
BFGoodrich All-Terrain T/A KO	170	78.70%
Goodyear Wrangler SilentArmor	26	12.04%
Other (post in thread)	20	9.26%
Voters: 216. You may not vote on this poll

04-10-2009, 06:52 PM	#1
cranky Junior Member Joined: Apr 2009, #15440 Location: San Diego Gender: Male Posts: 20 06 PreRunner SR5 2006 Double Cab Automatic	BFGoodrich A/T KO vs Goodyear Wrangler Silent Armor Hi everybody--been lurking here for the past week or so finding out what I need for my new (to me) Tacoma. Its a 2006 TX Edition double cab longbed. No off road package, no lift, pretty stock. Anyway, I need this truck to get me to fishing spots 25-30 miles off road, a few times a year. These roads are pretty well maintained, but do travel through some washes and so sand traction is important to me, much more than snow/ice. Nothing too crazy though, and I drive like a grandma I found some wheels to replace the 20" that are on there now, and need to make a final decision on the tires. Seems like "you can't go wrong" with the BFGs, and I'm reading a lot of reviews for the Goodyears saying "best tires I've ever had" What do you guys think I should go with? BF Goodrich All-Terrain T/A KO http://www.tirerack.com/tires/tires....e1=yes&place=8 Goodyear Wrangler SilentArmor http://www.tirerack.com/tires/tires....e1=yes&place=9 Thanks in advance

04-10-2009, 09:56 PM	#2
thekidcatcher Senior Member Joined: Apr 2009, #15573 Location: Georgetown,Tx Age: 20 Gender: Male Posts: 715 05 TRD offroad SR5 2005 Double Cab Automatic V6 4.0L Toy-tec lift, Helo rims, BFG KM2 285/75/R16, Warn M8000 w/ Warn wirless remote, CB, PA, 12in sub with alpine amp, All-Pro offroad front/rear/rocksliders, highlift jack, JBA headers, midpipe, exhaust, Volant CAI w/ scoop, strobes, Siren, Bilstein 5100 in front, UWS toolbox, Dual Battery, Warn Air compressor, Total Chaos UCA's, 5150's bilstein, URD MAF sensor, u bolt flip kit	Out of those two I would say get the BFG's. i have had a set of those and they were a great tire for the type and price. Also depends on the type of driving you are going to be doing, but regardless they are a great all around tire. __________________ Just hit it with some speed, you'll be alright... My Build

04-10-2009, 10:01 PM	#4
tacomaman06 Carolina Alliance: Redneck Division Name: Will Joined: May 2007, #1475 Location: York,South Carolina Age: 30 Gender: Male Posts: 22,196 04 trd tacoma 4x4 v6 double cab 2004 Double Cab Automatic 3.4 v6 vent visors,deck plate mod, gray wire mod, black steelies and emblems, mag-lite mod, wheelers/ome suspension, stainless brake lines,blacked out bumpers(bedliner),dynomax super turbo muffler,cabelas mossy oak seat covers ans camo steering wheel cover,brush guard, hella 500(x4)custom built(by me) hitch hauler),budbuilt skids,revenge-fab sliders,inchworm locker skid,cobra cb,wilson 3 ft antenna,hi-lift jack(tool box mounted) painted stock wheels....still to come.... afe pro dry s filter..........plus many,many more!!	im gonna put my vote out there for a set of bridgestone dueler a/t revo's............awesome tires!! __________________ i am WILL--my ride=04 tacoma trd 4x4 double cab, v6, auto,deck plate mod, grey wire mod, billy 5100's all the way around,black low-pro uws toolbox, black steelies,blacked out emblems, mag light mod,wheelers/alcan springs, ome 881 coils, braided stainless brake lines, polyurethane bushings,dynomax super turbo/slash cut tip-blacked out,chrome deleted bumpers via herculiner bed liner,color matched bedlinered tailgate, camo seat covers,sockmonkey decals,husky floor liners, hunter brush guard, 4 hella 500's(2 spotlight/2fog light),budbuilt skid plates,inchworm e-locker skid,revenge-fab sliders,cobra cb/loudspeaker PA, pioneer headunit/infinity reference components/2ways......plenty more still to come!!! http://s202.photobucket.com/albums/aa269/tacomaman06/ signature by piercedtiger www.myspace.com/goodolboy1979

04-10-2009, 10:50 PM	#5
TacoGuy05 Money Over Bitches Joined: Jan 2009, #12438 Location: TX Age: 18 Gender: Guy Posts: 2,056 05 Taco Double Cab Automatic V6 4.0 285\70-17 BFGoodrich KM2's, 17x8 Pro Comp 7089, 3" Revtech Lift, Flowmaster 40 Exhaust, Viper Alarm, 5% Tint All Around, Painted Grille,BHLM, TRD 3rd Brake Light Sticker, TRD Emblems, Blacked out Badges, Hella 500s, Stant Locking Gas Cap.	Bfgs!!!!!!! __________________ GET money

04-10-2009, 09:57 PM	#3
5vzrider00 Member Joined: Apr 2008, #5651 Location: Lenoir, North Carolina Gender: Male Posts: 38 2001 Tacoma SR5 TRD 2001 Access Cab Manual 3.4l 5ve-fe K&N FIPK intake, leveled, gray wire mod, Apexcone HID conversion, matched 20% tint.	I love my BFG's. Quiet ride on road and great performance off road. A little pricey but worth it IMO. Not to mention they have a tough look

04-11-2009, 12:18 AM	#6
Stillfly199 BOOM SHAKALAKA Name: J.D. Joined: Feb 2009, #14098 Location: Far Nor Cal Age: 22 Gender: Male Posts: 1,013 07 Tacoma 4wd TRD Sport 2007 Double Cab Automatic Revtech 3-1 Leveling kit, 17" Moto-Metal 951 with 285 BF GOODRICH all terrains, Magna flow exhaust	I voted BFG, they are awesome. I love the ride and they are great off road in my opinion. __________________ It Wasn't Me Yes, Tacoma's are really meteorproof

04-11-2009, 05:06 AM	#7
Simon's Mom Don't Worry Be Happy Name: Judy or Jude :) Joined: Apr 2007, #1297 Location: SBurl Vermont Age: 49 Gender: Chick Posts: 3,716 06 DC SR5 4WD SB 2006 Double Cab Automatic 4L Extang Trifecta Soft Tonneau, TRD Exhaust, Goodyear Wrangler AT Silent Armors, Thule Racks, Wet Okole Seat Covers, Weathertech InChannel Visors & Floorliners, OEM Nerf Bars, AFE Dry Filter, C2C Hood Struts, Custom Badging by Sockmonkey	Both these tires are rated as an on/off road all-terrain but once you see these in person, you will notice a big difference in these two tires. The BFG have more max load range, tread & weigh more (2835, 16/32/, 51lbs, 65psi) than the Silent Armors (2403, 14/32, 44lbs, 44psi). A tire that compares to it is like a General Grabber AT2. My truck & your truck is very similiar (stock, no lift, minimal off road) and I have Goodyear Silent Armors. I bought them to replace the stock dunlops. Wanted something that was close to stock tire weight & not as beefy as the BFGs. I got recommendations from folks on the forums, then went to a tire shop & looked for myself. My 20k report on the Silent Armors are minimal road noise, no balance issues, worn excellent, handles well in all types of road conditions. Even though the tire is snowflake rated (i know not important to you) it was good, def not a replacement for snow tires. That was probably the only drawback in my application. Also the cost difference between these two tires is about $30+/-. So I voted Goodyears though the BFG are bad@ss looking tires in person plus will predict be the winner here in a landslide __________________ Sig by Delmarva

04-11-2009, 10:25 AM	#8
TL697 Senior Member Joined: Sep 2008, #9313 Location: Divide, CO Age: 33 Gender: Male Posts: 370 '09 DC SB 4x4 TRD Offroad Magnetic Grey Met 2009 Double Cab Automatic V6	I've had both the BFG KO's and the Silent Armors... Of the 2, the silent armors were a better tire for me... I voted for these, though: Big O Bigfoot AT's

04-11-2009, 10:44 AM	#9
rpoint16 Senior Member Joined: Sep 2007, #2588 Location: Tempe, AZ Gender: Dude Posts: 574 2008 double cab, 4X4, V-6, TRD. Super White. 2008 Double Cab Automatic OME 885 coils & front shocks, with TT top plate, Total Chaos UCA, Rear OME extended shocks, Rear TSB, Rear Toytec AAL, trimmed the saber-tooth-tiger-long-ass mud flaps. 17" XD Revolver rims, 265/75/17 BFG AT KO's. Ripped out the crappy FM Modulator & installed a PA-15-toy interface. OEM bed matt.	I can't quote specs on tires, but I have had nothing but good luck with BFG AT/KO's. I off road around sharp rocks sometimes & have plenty of minor cuts & tears, but no sidewall penetration. They ride nice on the street. Do As well as possible in mud & snow. They never chunk. I had a flat in my back right a couple of years ago on the trail, I with the stiff sidewall it still held form.

04-11-2009, 10:52 AM	#10
cranky Junior Member Joined: Apr 2009, #15440 Location: San Diego Gender: Male Posts: 20 06 PreRunner SR5 2006 Double Cab Automatic	Thanks for the comments, I just wanted to add the pricing I've been quoted: BFG $173/ea, GY $187/ea. Seems like a great price for the BFGs.

04-12-2009, 08:46 PM	#17
canuck_tacoma Member Joined: Feb 2009, #13980 Location: BC, Canada Gender: Male Posts: 80 SR5 4X4 Tacoma Access Cab 2006 Access Cab Automatic 4.0 1.5" Eibach Front Coil Lift, Rear TSB, 265/75/16 BFG A/T's	Wrangler Duratrac's!! Check these out. I do love my BFG's though. http://www.goodyear.ca/pdf/WranglerDuraTrac.pdf __________________ *1.5" Eibach Front Coil Lift, Rear TSB, 265/75/16 BFG A/T's*

04-12-2009, 11:39 PM	#18
neslerrah Bear Down! Name: Harrelsen Joined: Feb 2008, #4803 Location: Tucson, Arizona Age: 22 Gender: Male Posts: 4,201 '06 5 Lug, Reg. Cab, 2WD 2006 Regular Cab Manual 2.7L/I4 Secondary air filter removed, elbow mod, aFe Pro Dry S, BF Goodrich All Terrain TA KOs (31x10.5R15), American Racing Mojaves, Debadged, BHLM, Dome Light MOD (Blue), Scanguage II, Hella 500 behind Satoshi Grille, Bed Lights, Pioneer DEH-P6000UB and Speakers TS-G1642R, Sockmonkey Decals, Readylift 5-lug SST, Rear Shocks - Pro Comp P/N324515, Dynomax Super Turbo #17748	I would go with the BFGoodrich All Terrain TA-KO. I have a set on my Tacoma, they are great. They run well on the road, in the mud, and snow. Great tire all around. __________________ My 5-lug build

04-16-2009, 01:14 AM	#19
dustinuhls Senior Member Joined: Nov 2008, #10939 Location: Manhattan, KS Gender: Male Posts: 180 '01 Limited DoubleCab 4x4 2001 Double Cab Automatic 3.4L 3" SL, Nerf Bars, 33" BFGs, K&N, Deckplate, Royal Purple	I've got the BFGs and love them. They are quiet on the road and handle great off-road. I've had these on for about 4 years, and the tread wear is great! Also, I think they just look cooler. I've always had MTs on my truck before I bought these tires, but decided to buy the ATs since I now live in the city and don't do as much off roading as I used to.

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