Question regarding tires on my JK..
02-21-2012, 12:02 AM
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Originally Posted by redsfan
If I was to poll you guys: I am using these for every day driving only, so should I go with:
Duratracs: try the 275/65/18
BFG: Rugged Terrain T/A- 255/70/18-stock size
I would like to go wider on the BFG's, but again I prefer to not have to add the expense of the spacers....I assume if I go wider I will have to
Duratracs: try the 275/65/18
BFG: Rugged Terrain T/A- 255/70/18-stock size
I would like to go wider on the BFG's, but again I prefer to not have to add the expense of the spacers....I assume if I go wider I will have to
PS The Rugged Terrains are much better than the Rugged Trails in every way.
02-21-2012, 12:08 AM
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Originally Posted by aaronstephen
How is this tire in snow/mud?
02-21-2012, 03:56 AM
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exactly, as these are what you are running. There should not be a difference than if I run the 275/65/18 in the Duratrac either, so undecided which to go with. That being said I can go stock size with the BFG'S as well, you would go bigger/wider still? Will the width not affect more slippage in snow?
02-21-2012, 04:47 AM
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Reds, I'm going through this exact decision process right now, 2010 sahara w/18s. Look at all my options between wheels/tires with duratracs coming out on top each time. I'm just finding the price of duratracs on 18s to be pretty high. The only difference between our jeeps is a 2" lift. Good luck with your decision. Post pics when you decide. I'm still a couple months off from making my decision.
02-21-2012, 04:50 AM
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Originally Posted by redsfan
exactly, as these are what you are running. There should not be a difference than if I run the 275/65/18 in the Duratrac either, so undecided which to go with. That being said I can go stock size with the BFG'S as well, you would go bigger/wider still? Will the width not affect more slippage in snow?
02-21-2012, 06:01 AM
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This is a small difference in width. Less than an inch. They just look better but still are inside the fenders so the tires don't sling water/mud/grime all over the Jeep. The extra width negatively effecting snow performance is not something I am aware of. Personal preference at the end of the day.
02-21-2012, 06:04 AM
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Reds, I'm going through this exact decision process right now, 2010 sahara w/18s. Look at all my options between wheels/tires with duratracs coming out on top each time. I'm just finding the price of duratracs on 18s to be pretty high. The only difference between our jeeps is a 2" lift. Good luck with your decision. Post pics when you decide. I'm still a couple months off from making my decision.
02-21-2012, 06:41 AM
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Don't skimp on your tire choice, an extra 200 might be well worth it. There are many variables when it comes to tires like noise, how stiff the tire is and traction. Our Jeeps are a lot lighter than most 4x4s so there are some tires that are made for heavier trucks. I myself feel the duratracs are a great choice for our jk