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They’re not the same tire. The 315 is smaller per their specs and will fit a narrower wheel. Not a huge difference between them but a difference none the less.
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They’re not the same tire. The 315 is smaller per their specs and will fit a narrower wheel. Not a huge difference between them but a difference none the less.
Fair enough. IIRC it’s a 0.5” difference in supported wheel width? Seems like the cost in overhead to manage and maintain both sizes of tires would offset the revenue gains. Obviously I don’t actually know :)
 

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Yeah I can’t say I understand the business model either. My wild ass guess would be they sell more of the 315 as that’s a more familiar naming scheme to buyers and purveyors alike and 9.5 in wide wheels are more popular than 10in wide so they can sell it for less simply because the quantity while those looking for a 35 may pay slightly more.
 

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I'm leaning toward the KO2's, but I've heard the Terra Grapplers are great. I don't think you could go wrong either way. My preference for the KO2's is based on ownership of KO's, KM's, and KM2's. All have been outstanding, on and off the road. It is also based on a guy named Dan Grec, who is doing a 2 year 80,000 mile trek around Africa. he's running 34" KO2's on a JK Rubicon, and he said they have been amazing. He's run roads, gravel, dirt, thick mud, and sand. Some of the roads have been in horrible condition. I asked him about his tires and he sent me a note saying they've exceeded his expectations and that he'd choose them again. That testimonial probably went the furthest for me.

He's driven 21,000 miles on them, so far. His story is fascenating. It can be found here: http://theroadchoseme.com/media-contact
Did you get your Jeep/tires yet? I’m considering the same. Just spoke with my dealer, and they are willing to switch me out to the 35 ko2. I’m not planning a lift for a while, but thought this would be a good first step since the Rubi can handle 35’s w/o lift.
 
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Did you get your Jeep/tires yet? I’m considering the same. Just spoke with my dealer, and they are willing to switch me out to the 35 ko2. I’m not planning a lift for a while, but thought this would be a good first step since the Rubi can handle 35’s w/o lift.
Yep, about 2k miles on them now. I love them! I'd send a pic, but I'm in Italy and can't easily do it.
 

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Yep, about 2k miles on them now. I love them! I'd send a pic, but I'm in Italy and can't easily do it.
Wow, that’s a good reason! Hopefully, you’re there for vacation. Can you give me some more detail on the on-road ride? Have you ever owned a Jeep previously to compare it to? I’m interested to know if I’m taking a hit on-road getting the 35’s vs just running stock. Thanks!
 
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Wow, that’s a good reason! Hopefully, you’re there for vacation. Can you give me some more detail on the on-road ride? Have you ever owned a Jeep previously to compare it to? I’m interested to know if I’m taking a hit on-road getting the 35’s vs just running stock. Thanks!
Ive had two Jeeps, a 93 and still have my 08, which is on the new 18's 285s. The JL was has best ride of all. It had slightly more stiffness with the 315s, but with the Mopar lift, is softer and smoother than the stock Rubicon setup, as I remember it.

It is kind of a working vacation. I'm on a tour with students and some of my own kids. Having a blast! I've seen 5 JK Wranglers in and around Rome.
 

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Ive had two Jeeps, a 93 and still have my 08, which is on the new 18's 285s. The JL was has best ride of all. It had slightly more stiffness with the 315s, but with the Mopar lift, is softer and smoother than the stock Rubicon setup, as I remember it.

It is kind of a working vacation. I'm on a tour with students and some of my own kids. Having a blast! I've seen 5 JK Wranglers in and around Rome.
Thanks Dan, that was helpful. Safe travels!
 

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Ive had two Jeeps, a 93 and still have my 08, which is on the new 18's 285s. The JL was has best ride of all. It had slightly more stiffness with the 315s, but with the Mopar lift, is softer and smoother than the stock Rubicon setup, as I remember it.

It is kind of a working vacation. I'm on a tour with students and some of my own kids. Having a blast! I've seen 5 JK Wranglers in and around Rome.
Oh, one more question... what psi are you running?
 
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I'm running about 34 but will go to 30 when I get a programmer and can knock the tpms warning down to 25 or so.
 

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I'm running about 34 but will go to 30 when I get a programmer and can knock the tpms warning down to 25 or so.
Dan, you still happy with the way 6speed manual pulls your 35’s. Getting closer to mine getting here april 15-20. We have quite a few hills in south west pa. Just like to know i can keep up with traffic.
 
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Dan, you still happy with the way 6speed manual pulls your 35’s. Getting closer to mine getting here april 15-20. We have quite a few hills in south west pa. Just like to know i can keep up with traffic.
Oh yeah. The more miles, the better I'm liking it. The engine really started to wake up at 2k miles. I'm at 2700 now, so it should free up even more over the next 10k to 15k miles. I could not be happier with it.
 

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Oh yeah. The more miles, the better I'm liking it. The engine really started to wake up at 2k miles. I'm at 2700 now, so it should free up even more over the next 10k to 15k miles. I could not be happier with it.
Good deal. I appreciate the info.
 

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Oh yeah. The more miles, the better I'm liking it. The engine really started to wake up at 2k miles. I'm at 2700 now, so it should free up even more over the next 10k to 15k miles. I could not be happier with it.
i like this guys set up, but wheel and tires look heavy. They 35’s. My top is black though.
 

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i like this guys set up, but wheel and tires look heavy. They 35’s. My top is black though.
Agreed, this looks good. Which wheels are those?

I ordered the same tires yesterday.
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