WhereRU_A-A-Ron
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I'll need to replace my tires relatively soon and while I've actually really liked the M/T2 Firestones that were OEM, I'm wanting to switch to an AT tire for better wet weather traction and a quieter ride. I looked heavily at the BFGs, Toyos, and Falkens and I'm 99.99% sure I'm going to go with the Wildpeaks. I also want to get a larger tire mostly because I can but also because my sister-in-law has basically the same overall tire size on her Ford Expedition and I find that unconscionable and, frankly, so should you. So.... I've narrowed it down to two fairly different choices. A 285/70/17 and a 255/80/17.
Notes:
- The 285/70 is load C but HEAVY (can anyone confirm this is correct?) at 63 lbs. That seems extremely heavy for this tire size to the point that my admittedly amateur math says that it'll have a more significant impact on fuel economy, acceleration, etc. It is a load C though and has a slightly deeper tread.
- The 255/80 is much lighter, cheaper, and taller while keeping me at OEM width but only comes in load E which maybe? rides more harshly and feels like overkill since I don't see myself doing stuff that's going to destroy my sidewalls.
My gut tells me to go with the 255/80 but I've reached the point of overthinking this decision; thus the thread title.
Finally, I'll say my biggest concern with going with either of these - or any tire that isn't a direct OEM replacement - is having a harsh ride. Yes, it's a Jeep, but I actually find the ride quality relatively pleasant as I came from a sedan with very low-profile tires that amplified road imperfections. I don't want to go back to having to constantly scan the road ahead.
I'm curious what others think. Feel free to tell me I'm an idiot and should just get the Toyos or the BFGs though, I still have time to change my mind.
Notes:
- The 285/70 is load C but HEAVY (can anyone confirm this is correct?) at 63 lbs. That seems extremely heavy for this tire size to the point that my admittedly amateur math says that it'll have a more significant impact on fuel economy, acceleration, etc. It is a load C though and has a slightly deeper tread.
- The 255/80 is much lighter, cheaper, and taller while keeping me at OEM width but only comes in load E which maybe? rides more harshly and feels like overkill since I don't see myself doing stuff that's going to destroy my sidewalls.
My gut tells me to go with the 255/80 but I've reached the point of overthinking this decision; thus the thread title.
Finally, I'll say my biggest concern with going with either of these - or any tire that isn't a direct OEM replacement - is having a harsh ride. Yes, it's a Jeep, but I actually find the ride quality relatively pleasant as I came from a sedan with very low-profile tires that amplified road imperfections. I don't want to go back to having to constantly scan the road ahead.
I'm curious what others think. Feel free to tell me I'm an idiot and should just get the Toyos or the BFGs though, I still have time to change my mind.
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