265/75r16 KO2s to 255/85/16 ST MAXX advice

Hey TW!

I am looking for some advice, I have a set of new KO2s in 265/75r16 just a few thousand miles on em and I am considering swapping them for the skinnies. I got a great deal on the KO2s and have a buyer lined up so it will be an easy swap. I have read nearly everything on TW about the coopers. It seems that the st maxx will outperform the KO2s I just want some answers to the following questions.

Questions:

Does anyone have experience with BOTH of these tires?
If so how does the daily drive feel/sound between the two?
If you had to make some 3K mile roadtrips a few times a year would you lean heavily one way or the other?

Cheers,

Steven

 

I have had both, the Maxx is the better tire. They ride softer, much better off-road traction and superior wet road performance.
You are making a good decision!

 

Thanks! I am excited

 

Another vote for the coopers love mine awesome in the wet they move water like crazy.. and are good in snow, plus they are very puncture resistant..

 

ha.. i had Toyos for 400 miles, wasn't happy, sold em and got the Maxx. absolutely best decision i have made for the truck out of all my mods. enjoy, OP.

 

This is the exact move I’m considering. Have the KO2s now and like them but not super impressed with their wet weather performance (a major factor here in the PNW). Sounds like you are making a smart move.

 

Hey OP, definitely report back when you get a good amount of miles on the MAXXs

 

have always liked the KO2's

but I think the Coop's are badd azz......

 

OP, the ride on the ko's is quiet and smooth. for 3k mile road trips, I love the ko2. I'm super happy with them in the sand, in the snow, off road... except in the wet and icy on pavement. I have lost traction in the rear on a wet and windy road while going under the speed limit. Not cool with that.

you considering other sizes too? or just 255's

 

Well I ordered em today! Thank you all for your votes/comments. I’ll update my build thread with pics after install. The KO2s have been fine but I am ready to try something new and be able to give a direct comparison between a KO2 and the st maxx

 

Will do man!

 

We get a fair bit of rain here in Charleston as well. I am very curious to compare these. The KO2s have been ok but I wouldn’t say stellar

 

Looks like you’ve had the Coopers for awhile now...thoughts?

 

Cooper all the way! And the 255/85/16 is perfect for this truck imho

 

Are you lifted or on stock suspension?

 

I was lifted, Fox 2.5 ext travel Dakar and icon billet uca. Currently stock while I plot my next move. Tires were great either way

 

Copy, I'm still deciding between the 265/75 KO2's or the 255/85 ST MAX's.

 

Any rub with the coopers in stock setup?

 

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