"Pacing myself" build
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I've looked at them as well as the Nitto Ridge Grapplers. I haven't tried this "R/T" thing yet, so I might give one of them a try. My tire history, 1. BFG KM, 2. Cooper STT, 3. BFG KM2, 4. BFG KO2.
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Let's take a ride on the Way Back Machine.
My first jump from the stock 30x9.50's to a 31x10.50, BFG first gen KM's,
After wearing those out, time for 32's, enter Cooper first gen STT's.
Oh, and new wheels.
Those Coopers were tough, but very loud after 50% wear.
Then it was time for 33's. Enter BFG KM2's in 33x10.50.
Those were almost as loud as the Coopers, but performed well.
Decided to try a more quiet tire, enter BFG KO2's in a 33x10.50 pizza cutter.
Disengage Way Back Machine in prep for the next evolution in rolling stock with a 285/70R17. Flavor TBD in the coming months.
My first jump from the stock 30x9.50's to a 31x10.50, BFG first gen KM's,
After wearing those out, time for 32's, enter Cooper first gen STT's.
Oh, and new wheels.
Those Coopers were tough, but very loud after 50% wear.
Then it was time for 33's. Enter BFG KM2's in 33x10.50.
Those were almost as loud as the Coopers, but performed well.
Decided to try a more quiet tire, enter BFG KO2's in a 33x10.50 pizza cutter.
Disengage Way Back Machine in prep for the next evolution in rolling stock with a 285/70R17. Flavor TBD in the coming months.
I had the Toyo R/T's when they were first released on my Ram 3500 so can't tell you how they'll ride on your TJ but for the time I had them I liked them. Prior to these I'd tried the Toyo A/T's and hated them and prior to that the Toyo M/T's so felt the R/T's were a better choice for the amount of street driving I did with the truck but still wanted better snow & ice performance.
I ran the first-gen Toyo R/Ts for a short stint as well. I liked their aggressive look for a non-M/T.
Have you looked at Kenda Klever RT? 33x9.5x15 available.
I wish someone would just try these already! Or the MT2 in the same size. I'm not trying to be the guinea pig! lol
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I'm switching to a 17" wheel, and they don't offer a "C" load. I did look at them though. Even watch a few Youtubes.
I have the 35x10.5r17 Kenda Klever R/Ts and am pretty happy with them. Just as comfortable/quiet on road as the factory JK takeoffs I had before them.
Ultra4 team Sherpa Motorsports uses them for races too.
I have no idea what a stock tire on a Jeep should sound like, but you won't be disappointed with the KO2s. I barely notice the sound of my 35x12.5s. The DCs I had before were horrible compared to these. NTM the huge amount of grip difference.
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I really don't have any complaints with the KO2's. They suck in sloppy mud, but that is to be accepted. Rain is just ok. It's a compromise for sure. Having ran 3 different mud terrains prior, it was a nice change of pace to have a fairly quiet tire, but I'm over it now, so whatever I decide on, noise level won't be high on the priority list.
It’s still not as bad as mattress shopping!
Don’t get analysis paralysis. I don’t want anyone challenging my throne.
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That’s what we use. Just got new pillows with removable inserts and some winter and summer sheets. Love having the remote for raising and lowering the bed as well as the air pressure.
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I might be in trouble here.
She's already almost too big to fit back here, and she's getting heavy, lol!
She's already almost too big to fit back here, and she's getting heavy, lol!
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Did a routine oil change last night. Found a loose nut on the fuel tank strap, and my thermostat housing gasket is squished out and seeping coolant. It has the factory housing. Is there an upgrade housing/gasket for this application? I haven't looked yet, but I'll engage the Googles to look.
I think the go to is a Fel Pro gasket. As long as the block and housing are level it should seal. If not I’ve used The Right Stuff 1-Minute Gasket Maker, but I kinda hate to do that.
Just be careful not to crack the aluminum housing when you torque the bolts down. I’ve seen more than a few crack them.
Where are your new tires and wheels!?