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I've been reading about tires for 2 days straight...I can't decide

Discussion in 'Wheels & Tires' started by Highplainsdriftr, Apr 14, 2018.

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  1. Apr 17, 2018 at 10:27 AM
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    Modifications That Actually Help
    Light All-Terrain Tires
    Keep them the same size as stock or something very close to it, and you’ll add both puncture-resistance and off-road traction. Punctures are no joke off-road, and are why a set of light all-terrains are the single best modification you can make. Consider these essential. They’ll still increase your unsprung weight, and therefore will have a small impact on performance, braking, fuel economy, and ride quality, so look for an option like the Maxxis Bravo 771 or Yokohama Geolander that are as light as possible. If you drive a larger, heavier vehicle, then a heavy duty all-terrain may be a better option. The BF Goodrich K02 remains an excellent option.
     
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  2. Apr 17, 2018 at 11:36 AM
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    It’s ok. Give in to it. You’ll be ok. Broke but ok. :spending:
     
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  3. Apr 17, 2018 at 11:40 AM
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    :mudding:
     
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  4. Apr 17, 2018 at 11:44 AM
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    Here's are some pretty close figures to what some of these tires weigh that were mentioned earlier for the 265/70/17:

    - Firestone Destination AT: 38 LB
    - Hankook Dyna Pro AT: 38.6 LB
    - Good Year Wrangler Trail Runner: 39 LB
    - Nitto Terra Grapplers G2: 40 LB
    - Toyo Open Country AT II: 41 LB
    - Yokoham Geolanders: 41
    - Discover Cooper AT3: 42 LB
    - Good Year Wrangler Authority: 43
    - Good Year Duratrac: 44 LB
    - Falken Wildpeak A/T3: 47 LB
     
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  5. Apr 17, 2018 at 12:52 PM
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    I'm looking for a street/Baja style look. Are there any good, cheap tires that would fit that?
     
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  6. Apr 17, 2018 at 2:08 PM
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    I'm just going back with 265/70/16 NTGs since they are 6 lbs lighter each than the Sumitomo Encounter AT's in my size & they are $650 for all 4 mount/bal/rd haz......boring maybe, but my 4 cyl doesn't need anything heavier or wider and they hold up well.
     
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  7. Apr 17, 2018 at 2:17 PM
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    My local tire shop just told me whatever I buy they'd sell to me at cost, since I bring them all my delivery vans from work. They quoted me $130/each on Nitto G2s. That's cheaper than anywhere online I'm seeing. No charge to install my spacers and $25/wheel mount and balance. I'm getting so excited!

    They did agree that Michelins are the best of the best...
     
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  8. Apr 17, 2018 at 3:42 PM
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    Make sure an post up a picture of the girly Michelins once you get them installed. :mudding:
     
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  9. Apr 17, 2018 at 3:47 PM
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    :ohsnap: Nothings ordered yet...still waiting on spacers so I have time to read more and change my mind another 10 times. LOL.
     
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  10. Apr 17, 2018 at 4:17 PM
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    And Thegenerik1 comes in with a nice left hook... the drifter counters with a jab of his own...
     
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    Same as everybody else...
    I like my Firestone Destination ATs. Good tire, quiet on the pavement and grippy enough for the farm dirt and gravel roads I run.
     
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  12. Apr 18, 2018 at 1:08 PM
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    I totally understand. I'm in the same boat, everytime I think I've made a decision I change my mind again. My truck stays on pavement 99.8% of the time and I'm looking for a highway tire that doesn't look so boring. So far I'm leaning towards Toyo Open Country H/T but I'm probably a month away at this time.

    Be sure to let us know what your final decision is and post pictures.
     
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  13. Apr 18, 2018 at 1:12 PM
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    I made up my mind, more to follow after install.

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    I decided..
    LT265/75R16C Duratracs this morning..

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    Michelin’s are horrible in the rain. Can you say HYDROPLANE
     
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    a wise choice,
     
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    !?! Mine are awesome in the rain. Those 4 open channels you see circling the tires are for channeling water.
     

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    You'll be amazed.
     
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    Can you say bullshit? I’ve run them before and like 99.9% of other reviews they are amazing rain tires.
     
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