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Sport tires.

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by Kruuuzn, Feb 5, 2020.

  1. Feb 5, 2020 at 7:15 AM
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    BlkTaco47

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    lots of fans of that tire here. it may be my next tire, still debating. the KO2's have done so well in wear and handling and at nearly 4 yrs old they still look and handle great!
     
  2. Feb 5, 2020 at 7:19 AM
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    I think you've changed my mind. Wasn't particular to the R or B in the Revo3 tread pattern but liked the sidewalls. This cooper looks more traditional for my mostly on road use.
     
  3. Feb 5, 2020 at 7:57 AM
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    My preference for no off road are the Michelin Defender LTX M/S, but I am unsure of their winter performance. I believe Michelin has a winter specific tire. Yep, they do, Michelin Latitude X-Ice X12.

    For a more sporty look, but not so heavy, I liked the stock Good Year Wrangler with Kevlars that came on my previous TRDOR in comparison to the heavier BFG KO2s.
     
  4. Feb 5, 2020 at 8:23 AM
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    Good cad insight on change in wheel position! Very happy with my Revo 3's on 2019 OR. Relative to other AT tires, these are really good in rain/snow on a Tacoma. Went with the 4R wheels and 265/70-17. Stock suspension, no mudflaps and no rubbing. Slight increase in weight over stock, minimal mpg hit, but much improved stability and traction is my experience. I feel safer on the road.

    Does appear that rub with 265/70-17 is caused by differences in wheel width/offset/backspacing. Also, mudflaps, caster setting, and possible slight differences in diameter at same tire size among different tires brands/models are considerations. The 4R wheels are a good choice size-wise if you want to run 265/70-17 and no mudflaps. Going smaller and lighter at 265/65-17 on 4R wheels would eliminate any chance of rubbing even with mudflaps.
     
  5. Feb 5, 2020 at 8:40 AM
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    This is
    what I run on my sport.

    63BD3759-BE4D-4706-9F92-47D233E9A37C.jpg

    Thought I had a better picture but I’ll get you 1 later. I went with the “C” range tire.
     
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  6. Feb 5, 2020 at 8:46 AM
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    I was shopping for tires and my priorities were similar. I went with wildpeaks at3w in stock size 6 ply. So far they don't disappoint + $106 a tire.
     
  7. Feb 5, 2020 at 8:48 AM
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    What are they?
     
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  8. Feb 5, 2020 at 8:50 AM
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  9. Feb 5, 2020 at 4:14 PM
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    Here’s a better picture

    03428358-4E47-4B2E-82D5-03DADE3DA6A9.jpg

    These tires are pretty smooth on the road. A good off road tire too. Living in SoCal I don’t get much snow but I have taken them to the snow 3x and I feel they preformed well.
     
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  10. Feb 5, 2020 at 6:54 PM
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    Been reading up on these tonight. Impressive. I’ve been running their snow tires on two of my vehicles for years and have been VERY happy with them.

    Gonna put these on my short list.
     
  11. Feb 6, 2020 at 4:28 AM
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    This is my 3rd set of tires on my 2017. The Goodyear wranglers weren’t bad. The Cooper ATPs were a little louder than I prefer at my age. The revo 3 is my favorite so far. Good looks, great ride, MPG didn’t take a hit and they’re quiet. I’d buy them again today.
     
  12. Feb 6, 2020 at 6:29 AM
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    I looked up AT tires on Consumers Report.

    Continental Terrain Contact and Michelin LTX were the top scorers.
    Tied for second were Goodyear Wrangler, Yokohama Geolandar, Nexen Roadian, & Falken Wildpeak.
    They didn't even MENTION any Bridgestone tires.

    I've always been suspect of CR.
     
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  13. Feb 6, 2020 at 6:52 AM
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    I've driven for quite a few years in the Minnesota winters running General Grabber AT-2 on my 2010, and this winter ATx tires on my 2020. Those do great in snow, dirt, sand, wet, and acceptable in deep trail mud. They have worn extremely well and ride nicely on the highway when aired up.
     
  14. Feb 6, 2020 at 7:12 AM
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    Yea. Me too. They’re probably compensated for their reviews! Discount Tire rates them(revo 3) in their “best” category.
     
  16. Feb 6, 2020 at 7:23 AM
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    FWIW, on my 2017 Sport I have the 4-runner TRD wheels and 265/70-17's. First set of tires were Toyo Open Country AT-2s and I loved them. Just swapped those out for KO2s (mostly because I needed them to pass state inspection and nobody local had the Toyo's in stock).
    On my truck at least, the 265/70-17 rubbed on the OEM mudflaps when turning, so I took them off. Once I did that there's been no rubbing at all. The BFGs are definitely more aggressive than the Toyo's were, and likely I'll take a hit on MPG as they're E-rated and a bit heavier. However, for the driving I've been doing more recently I wanted a more aggressive tread and the BFG fit the bill.
    Of course, now with the TRD Pro wheels, Pro grille, and KO2's my truck looks like every other "Brocoma" around :crapstorm:
     
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  17. Feb 6, 2020 at 7:24 AM
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    Like, so many.
    If I lived in an area that got lots of snow, that's what I would do. No other tires even competes with a dedicated winter tire.
     
  18. Feb 6, 2020 at 7:54 AM
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    I have 265 70 17 KO2s C I dont rub and run mud flaps still on stock wheels
    Light off road
    Lost about 1 mpg
    Little noise
    Ride is good
    I like the look 20191030_135635.jpg 20200119_152801.jpg
     
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    You have my trucks older brother:cheers:
     
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  20. Feb 6, 2020 at 8:43 AM
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    Hello lil bro
     
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