Question regarding tires on my JK..
02-21-2012, 07:42 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
02-21-2012, 01:23 PM
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called one of our goodyear dealers here and quoted $1,400 for a set of 4 after tax!
He says the 275/65/18's would work so you guys are right LOL...
He says the 275/65/18's would work so you guys are right LOL...
02-21-2012, 02:24 PM
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Originally Posted by redsfan
called one of our goodyear dealers here and quoted $1,400 for a set of 4 after tax! He says the 275/65/18's would work so you guys are right LOL...
He says the 275/65/18's would work so you guys are right LOL...If it's a toss up; you could get the BFGs and spend the $300 you save on............anything you want.
02-21-2012, 02:44 PM
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tire rims
I went thru the same thing, and decided on new wheels- here's why.
New set of wheels ~$500.
OR
4 spacers ~200
paying local shop to put new tires on old wheel ~60
total price $260
So new wheels end up costing only $240 more- seemed like a no-brainer to me.
BTW I went with 305/70's with 16" wheels that have 4.75" backspacing. My Jeep came with 17" wheels, but going to 16" saved me $200.
Kevin
New set of wheels ~$500.
OR
4 spacers ~200
paying local shop to put new tires on old wheel ~60
total price $260
So new wheels end up costing only $240 more- seemed like a no-brainer to me.
BTW I went with 305/70's with 16" wheels that have 4.75" backspacing. My Jeep came with 17" wheels, but going to 16" saved me $200.
Kevin
02-21-2012, 02:56 PM
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Thanks, I to want to use the stock rims and was thinking this route. Just not sure what it would look like from the side. I will be going with the GY Duratrac, Nitto Terra Grapplers or BFG KO in the 275/65/18's.
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02-21-2012, 04:48 PM
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I'm not saying there is anything wrong with bfg, just there are many factors to consider when buying a tire. You have to look at what your needs are, don't just buy a tire because of price.