LLRubylady
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just read this in the tire section. Any truth to this?
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I read that the KO2 is being discontinued. I did read too on a thread that there was an option for Falkens on new builds.Are you saying BFGoodrich is discontinuing the K02, or are you referring to the fact that Jeep is pushing a new tire option on new builds?
Gladiator gets the Falkens because they support a higher GAWR according to the chief engineerFCA is just trying to save a buck by switching to Falken, which seems likely for Wrangler in 2020 being that the Gladiator order guide shows the Falken AT3W as the standard Rubicon tire.
WIldpeak Mud Terrain (M/T) was chosen as original equipment for the 2019 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon - LT285/70R17C - not sure if it is available now or what will be available on the Gladiator.Gladiator gets the Falkens because they support a higher GAWR according to the chief engineer
I love the Mojito. I went to the dealer thinking if getting punk’n or white bit when I saw that green I knew I had to have it.I've only seen the possibility of Jeep offering a Falken tire in previous posts on this forum, but interested in the status of the K02.
BTW @LLRubylady I am an impulsive buyer and bought my JLUR off the lot in Jan 2018...but every time I see a Mojito on the road I question my decisions in life and slightly jealous.With a little planning probably would have run with that color. My choices were black, white, and granite crystal. Love mine so far!
Gladiator gets Wildpeak A/T3W and M/TWIldpeak Mud Terrain (M/T) was chosen as original equipment for the 2019 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon - LT285/70R17C - not sure if it is available now or what will be available on the Gladiator.
C rated with a max load of 3200lbs which is more than the KO2 but is 13lbs more than the KO2 in a similar size, but it is a bit lighter (2lbs) then a KM3 in a similar size.
I know lots around here run Falkens, this decision has to be based on cost. Falken MT are about $215/tire where as a KM3 is $280/tire (for you and I to buy them), so in the volume Jeep buys these tires the savings will be huge.