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Michelin Defender LTX MS replaced BFG KO2's

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by ChrisK7UND, Jun 4, 2017.

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  1. Dec 30, 2018 at 1:44 PM
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    I have the
    Michelin Defender LTX MS on my 4Runner. Very smooth ride as I mostly do highway, but they also perform well on the beach. Also, I have them mounted on the rim you have above. No issues with fitment.
     
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  2. Dec 30, 2018 at 1:57 PM
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    Thanks a lot I appreciate the reply, just making sure it would be no issue with a rim that is half inch narrower , was a bit worried when I looked at information on Michelin website saying rim must be 7.5-9"
     
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    I’m curious about this too. I believe the recommended tire size from Toyota on these wheels is 265/70/17.
     
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  4. Dec 30, 2018 at 2:57 PM
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    Engineers lead the way. Essayons.
     
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  5. Dec 30, 2018 at 2:59 PM
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    That's my problem. I'm really drawn to the gnarled sidewall look.
     
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  6. Dec 30, 2018 at 3:01 PM
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    Stupid question but how do you put up the trip mpg on your center display? Tried to find it a couple of times with no luck. I'm missing something obvious.

    I can only find the one that shows my mpg since last fill up.
     
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  7. Dec 30, 2018 at 3:01 PM
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    I believe the OP @ChrisK7UND is running that size.
     
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  8. Dec 30, 2018 at 3:13 PM
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    Okay I messaged the OP and will see what he says, want to make sure someone actually has that exact size on that rim no issues at all
     
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    Also interested. Just picked up a set of the TRD Pro SEMA wheels. Would also like to confirm if OP has lift or no lift.
     
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    I want to get some, just not sure how'd they look w/SCS wheels.

    IMG-2910.jpg
     
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    I beg to differ I personally dont care for mpg. Im a sucker for k02s only tire ill ever run till my truck dies.

    But them trd wheels deserve better.
     
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    The Defenders look better in person than they do in pics. I know the common complaint is they don't look aggressive enough. But in real life, the 265-75-16 is a big ass piece of rubber. It's a far cry from a 245 Dunlap.
     
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    I've been daydreaming about those wheels. What did you pay and where did you get them if you don't mind sharing?
     
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  14. Dec 30, 2018 at 5:27 PM
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    I do have the same Michelin tires and wanted to change to bfg all terrains 265 70 instead of 65... what exactly you didn’t like about it? I do 100% roads... so it would be just because the tires looks very nice...... but your post came just in time to think twice...
     
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    Went to the dealer to pickup my new 2018 TRD Sport and had four Michelin Defender LTX M/S 265/65R17 tires in the bed of the 2001 Taco that we were trading. The kid at the dealer that sold me the truck was amazed that I would swap tires before even driving it. He then asked "can I have the ones that you are taking off." LOL.
     
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    You made the right move haha
     
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    Sure, for $1000. :)
     
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    I understand choosing tires for the way you drive and the trade off of performance off-road, has mileage, noise, and so on. Immediately going bigger or more aggressive is understandable.

    What I don’t understand is why people will spend $800 on a new set of tires before their old ones are worn out and justify it with 2-4mpg improvement. Seems like it would be better to run them down to the wear bars and then buy the more efficient ones.
     
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    I’m with you......makes sense if they’re the new tires on a new truck and you sell them to offset costs.
     
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