Originally Posted by The_Mickstar

I'm having trouble finding the Wildpeak AT3W in stock size (265/70r17) in SL Load (P-rated) on the Falken website. I only see the E Load in stock size.

Did Falken drop the SL, or am I missing them?

Originally Posted by The_Mickstar

I've done some research on this forum, but would like some confirmation from those with more knowledge to avoid making a costly mistake. So thanks in advance.

I have a stock 2018 TRD Offroad that needs new tires. From my research, the stock wheels on my model are 17x7.5" wide and the stock tire size is P265/70R17.

My truck is my daily driver and is primarily used on-road. I do occasionally tow a 19' ski boat, but not very often and not very far. Since I need new tires anyway, I'd like to go for a slightly more aggressive (i.e. off road) look, while balancing fuel economy & road noise.

Because I'm concerned about fuel economy (and because I think they're adequate to meet my use case), I'd like to stay with lighter P-rated (SL Load Range) options. And, because I'd like a more aggressive look, I'd like to go a little bigger.

From my research on this forum, I *think* I can fit up to 285/70/17s without significant mods (and possibly no mods).

I like the looks of the Falken Rubitrek A/T and Wildpeak AT3W tires, and both are available in P285/70/17. The differences seem minimal. Weight difference is a wash (Wildpeaks are less than a pound heavier). From Falken's description, the Rubitrek should be slightly better for on-road use, so I'm leaning that way. (I'm in Missouri with a Tire Plaza local, so I should be able to get them.)

My questions...

Will the 285/70/17s fit on my stock truck with minimal (or possibly no) mods? What are the likely mods necessary?

Thoughts on going with P285/70/17s for my described use? (Both of these tires are also available in the stock size.)

Thoughts on Rubitrek A/T vs Wildpeak AT3W?

Originally Posted by dandingo13

Did you ever decide on a tire? I just got a '21 ORP and have the exact same dilemma as you. The dealer put the cheapest tires ever made on it and although I can get 22 MPG, I want a bigger and safer tire. Strongly debating between the Toyo Open Country and Falken Wildpeak and want to stick with 265s since I daily drive it all over the place for my business. Everyone raves about the Falkens but man are they quite a bit heavier than the Toyos and that makes me wonder how much it affects MPG.

Originally Posted by thatoneguy

My P265/70R17 Wildpeaks lost about 1mpg compared to stock. I have averaged 20mpg overall since getting them, and I have gotten a few 25mpg highway tanks since getting them. They are heavy for a P-metric, but they are light compared to LT E's.

That said, they may or may not still offer the Wildpeak in P265/70R17. They miiight be discontinuing it and going to LT E in that size only, which is another 7 lbs heavier each.

Originally Posted by Rainman901

Well that sucks. After reading a 1000 tire threads and filling my youtube feed up with tire reviews I finally made my mind up for the Wildpeak's in the SL load rating. I also saw that they are now not listed in several locations, although they are still on Falkens website.

I have my wife is checking today when she goes to have a leak fixed on her car at the local tire shop. We'll see if they can get them locally. I came from a Ram Rebel with a hemi so I really don't want to make the 4Runner any more lethargic than it already is so E's are not something I'm looking for. I love it, it's just a bit sluggish.

My second choice was the Mickey Thompson Baja Blast but given some of the reviews that they are noisy above 50, I ended up leaning towards the Falkens.

I'll see what the wife says after she get's back from the tire shop this afternoon.

Originally Posted by Rainman901

Well that sucks. After reading a 1000 tire threads and filling my youtube feed up with tire reviews I finally made my mind up for the Wildpeak's in the SL load rating. I also saw that they are now not listed in several locations, although they are still on Falkens website.

I have my wife is checking today when she goes to have a leak fixed on her car at the local tire shop. We'll see if they can get them locally. I came from a Ram Rebel with a hemi so I really don't want to make the 4Runner any more lethargic than it already is so E's are not something I'm looking for. I love it, it's just a bit sluggish.

My second choice was the Mickey Thompson Baja Blast but given some of the reviews that they are noisy above 50, I ended up leaning towards the Falkens.

I'll see what the wife says after she get's back from the tire shop this afternoon.

Originally Posted by dandingo13

I just called one of my local shops (I believe it was Discount Tire) and asked if they had Wildpeaks in SL P265/70R17 and he said yes, no problem. I also asked if they were made in China and he said no way, he's actually never heard of that. I'm pretty happy to hear that and will be most likely grabbing some fairly soon. I'd call some of your local tires shops to confirm.

Originally Posted by T4Rgarage

I've ran the 3 most popular BFG Ko2's, Toyo Open Country, and Falken Wildpeaks. The Falken Wildpeaks were my favorite because they performed well in the snow, mud and rain. The KO2s were great in mud and snow but failed in the rain and I get a lot of rain where I live.

285s are nice but you will need to mod a bit to fit them by trimming/moving plastic and adjusting your caster. 285s will also negatively effect your fuel economy and acceleration.
If you want a better stance you could always use spacers (spidertrax) or wheels with a bit more offset

Originally Posted by Lexington

T4Rgarage

Why do you say the KO2s failed in the rain? I’ve heard some people say this. I’ve been running KO2 on my SUVs for 20 years and never had an issue but I’m curious why some people had issues with them and others have not. Please provide a much info as you can such as road condition, road type, (pavement-asphalt), heavy or light rain, driving straight or on a curve, speed, tire condition (new, worn [percentage], tread damage from off-roading) and so on.

The best explanation I’ve come across is people saying the tread pattern just doesn’t siphons water that well in heavy rain. However I’ve driven in heavy rain and never had a problem but I usually slow down in these conditions.

Thanks

Originally Posted by Lexington

T4Rgarage

Why do you say the KO2s failed in the rain? I’ve heard some people say this. I’ve been running KO2 on my SUVs for 20 years and never had an issue but I’m curious why some people had issues with them and others have not. Please provide a much info as you can such as road condition, road type, (pavement-asphalt), heavy or light rain, driving straight or on a curve, speed, tire condition (new, worn [percentage], tread damage from off-roading) and so on.

The best explanation I’ve come across is people saying the tread pattern just doesn’t siphons water that well in heavy rain. However I’ve driven in heavy rain and never had a problem but I usually slow down in these conditions.

Thanks

Originally Posted by thatoneguy

Check them visually before you walk out the door. In May I had an order for 5 SL P265/70R17 Wildpeaks at my Discount Tire. They put on 4 LT E's... and 1 SL P. Had them fix it the same day. Point being: watch out, it's possible for them to put the LT's on.

Originally Posted by 02SE

K02's haven't been around for 20 years. But the older BFG A/T versions have. None of the versions have been great in the wet, but if you haven't used any of the better wet-performing A/T competition, you wouldn't know that.

Originally Posted by 02SE

K02's haven't been around for 20 years. But the older BFG A/T versions have. None of the versions have been great in the wet, but if you haven't used any of the better wet-performing A/T competition, you wouldn't know that.