New Tire Suggestions?

[AferVentus]

Apologies if this has been asked a few times.

This is my 3rd Wrangler (TJD, JK, and now JLU4xe).

Looking to replace the crappy highway tires that came with my '22 Wrangler Sahara 4xe. I do a bit of offroading (probably 40-50 miles a month) and a lot of highway driving (~500 miles a month).

I have the 275/55/R20 113/T stock tires. I don't necessarily care about highway noise or highway ride since it's my third Wrangler, and I have a soft top.

Located in Southern California, and I go out to the desert mostly. Lots of pointy rocks and limited recovery options. I've already had some issues with the stock tires a couple times. A bit of mountains and snow (but not a lot). Sometimes to Utah for snow and other off-roading.

Looking to replace with the existing size. I'd also like a warranty if possible.

I've narrowed it down to: BFG KO2, Bridgestone Revo 3 (had this on my last JK 2-door), Yokohama Geolandar A/T G015, Toyo Open Country A/T III, and Nitto Ridge Grappler. Not tied to any of these. Also, I'm open to other suggestions.

Thank you for any help in advance.

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[roaniecowpony]

I currently have Mickey Thompson Baja Boss A/T tires on my jeep. I'm due for tires on my pickup next year. I'm looking at the Falken Wildpeak A/T for that. The Mickey Thompson is on the more aggressive side of A/T and the Falken on the milder side. Even milder would be the Michelin A/T

I've driven the Mojave probably 40+ years. I'd run a E rated tire for it's durability in the sharp rocks. But you'll get a lot of pushback on jeep forums about E rated tires.

 

[Fonzilla85]

Seems like the KO2’s will fit your needs. I’ve been running KO2’s for a while and have had no issues.

 

[roaniecowpony]

I just noticed you have 20" wheels. I'd highly recommend you ditch those in favor of some 17" wheels. Rubicon take-offs are plentiful most of the time. You'll get a lot of capability just going to them. It will give you the ability to air down for the sand out in the Mojave. Trust me. Airing down will make a huge difference in whether you get stuck or just float on down the trail.

 

[Only-In-A-Jeep]

Just put a set of Falken Wildpeak AT3 on mine. I like their look and they have great reviews.

 

[TheBirdie72]

Falken Wildpeak
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…The answer is the same no matter what tire size you pick. ??

 

[Ecto4x4]

I just got a set of Falken Wildpeak R/T's a few weeks ago. Nice looking tires and quiet on the road. Check out some Youtube vids on them. They have really stepped up thier game.

 

[AferVentus]

I currently have Mickey Thompson Baja Boss A/T tires on my jeep. I'm due for tires on my pickup next year. I'm looking at the Falken Wildpeak A/T for that. The Mickey Thompson is on the more aggressive side of A/T and the Falken on the milder side. Even milder would be the Michelin A/T

I've driven the Mojave probably 40+ years. I'd run a E rated tire for it's durability in the sharp rocks. But you'll get a lot of pushback on jeep forums about E rated tires.

Good suggestions. I had michelins on my TJD and they were okay. Nothing too special.

I'm leaning toward the Falkens now. I can get a D rated (in an LT) or an XL rated. Probably going to get the D rated for the rocks in the Mojave Preserve.

 

[roaniecowpony]

You came along about 3 months too late. I gave away my half-life Rubicon wheels and 285/70R17 KO2 tires. They would have worked for you for a couple years or until you decided on something you liked better.

I have some nearly new, less than a year old 37s I can get you into for a song. But you'll need a small lift.

 

[AferVentus]

You came along about 3 months too late. I gave away my half-life Rubicon wheels and 285/70R17 KO2 tires. They would have worked for you for a couple years or until you decided on something you liked better.

I have some nearly new, less than a year old 37s I can get you into for a song. But you'll need a small lift.

Darn. That would have been ideal. Oh well.

 

[dlong1119]

I'm very happy with my Toyo Open Country AT3 tires on 20" wheels. I'm running the 295/65-20 (35.1") and they're E rated so a pretty firm ride, but they do offer them in a 275/55 or 275/60 in XL or SL rated which would be more comparable to your stock ride.

 

[AferVentus]

I'm very happy with my Toyo Open Country AT3 tires on 20" wheels. I'm running the 295/65-20 (35.1") and they're E rated so a pretty firm ride, but they do offer them in a 275/55 or 275/60 in XL or SL rated which would be more comparable to your stock ride.

Good to know. What's your typical use cases for them?

In some ways the JL rides *too* nice compared to previous gen Wranglers, so part of me wants to go back to the feeling where my dental fillings are going to fall out. So I don't think I'd mind a heftier rating.

 

[dlong1119]

Good to know. What's your typical use cases for them?

In some ways the JL rides *too* nice compared to previous gen Wranglers, so part of me wants to go back to the feeling where my dental fillings are going to fall out. So I don't think I'd mind a heftier rating.

Since I put them on a few months ago it's just been on-road use and a couple of times down a sandy dirt road. Nothing exactly taxing. The ride is smooth and quiet through and they look great.

 

[AferVentus]

I made my decision. Sticking with the factory rims. Falken Wildpeak A/T3W D rated.

Local tire shop also has these for $200 cheaper out the door than the big names, so that's also a win and can get them in a day.

Looking forward to not worrying about blowing out two tires at once on the trail again.

Thanks, all for the feedback!

 

[Inkhero]

If you don't mind, post some photos with the new tires when you get a chance. Also, I dig the 4xe Sarge n' Tan top combo!

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