2007 Sport needs new tires. Any suggestions?

[PerfectAgent007]

Hey all. I've been reading a lot on the tire threads and I thought I'd ask for some opinions. I've got a 2007 Sport Edition with stock Dunlop Grandtrek tires on stock 17" wheels. The car has ~ 43k miles on it and after having the hardest time ever climbing a small hill with 4 inches of powder on it, with maybe 3/8" of tread left, I've come to conclusion that it's time to swap these crap shoes for some new ones.

I don't have the tire specs in front of me but if someone has this same model 4Runner or knows them offhand please post them. I know how to get them and I'll post them tomorrow when I get a chance to double check compatibility. Also my knowledge on the number standards is extremely limited (non-existent basically) but I'm reading other threads to get a crash course.

If it helps I have never towed anything nor do I have any mods (winches, etc.) done to the car so the E rating (if I remember correctly) won't be needed since my information says that makes the car "handle like a dumptruck". I live in New England so I'm after something that has good grip like a Toyo A/T Open Country (had these on my Grand Cherokee before I got the 4R) but a tire that can handle a high amount of pressure so I can get some decent gas mileage. After putting a K&N filter in my V8 I actually get about 22.5 mpg on average, I'd like to keep that if possible.

Toyo MT's and Bridgestone's Revo or Revo 2's are the names that seem to be tossed around a lot. Anyone able to help me narrow it down?

Kevin

 

[martini]

The stock dunlops are P265/65/17

 

[CannondaleMan]

If you want an aggressive tread or do some off-roading, etc.., I have Good Year Silent Armors that I have been very impressed with on my '07.

Depends on where you live, what you do, and how much snow you actually get.

 

[MaverickMind]

Tires

I have an 04 V6 Sport Edition. I just replaced the OEM Dunlops at 56K miles with Cooper Discoverer CTS (highway) tires. I hated the Dunlops - they just never seemed to balance (even with road force balancing.) I was looking for a tire that would improve handling, get good gas mileage, and last as long as possible. The Coopers are much smoother than the Dunlops on the road and handling has improved dramatically. 70K mile warranty. No real snow here in Ohio yet, but the wet traction has been great. Gas mileage is similar. $145 per tire including mounting and balancing through a local tire shop.

 

[Clemsonfan15]

What kind of tire are you looking for?

Toyo MT and Revo are completely different.

 

[chaz]

:iagree: if i were you, take a look at the nitto terra grapplers (almost exactly like toyo at), revo 1, or goodyear wrangler with silent armour. heres pics.

 

[Union Federal]

go with revos

I just installed first gen. revos on my '06 Sport V6. They look really good, especially with the white letters out. Very aggressive, deep tread. They have been quiet on the highway (maybe not as quiet as the dunlops, but quiet), great in the dry and wet. We recently got 4" of snow here and the 4runner was unstoppable with these on. We have some very steep hills, and many cars were pulled over to the side, but the truck went right on up.

Only downside is a 1 mpg drop that I have consistently noticed. Downside of A/T vs H/T tires.

 

[PerfectAgent007]

Thanks for the responses everyone. Clemsonfan, I mentioned the Toyo A/T and the Revos because as I said in my original post that those names were getting thrown around a lot and I wasn't getting much in the way of a comparison between the two.

Mainly I live in Connecticut where I go to school but my home is in Vermont and with the 4" of snow they got the over the weekend I had the hardest time getting up a steep hill to my house. I had to get out twice and kick snow around just to get to the road beneath so the 4Runner had something to grab. No ice underneath, just 4 inches of powder that my tires refused to get through. Took me over twenty minutes to get up a 100-ft hill.

I barely do any off-roading but the last half-mile to get to my house in Vermont is dirt road and can easily get washed out, get ruts, muddy, etc. That's why I'm leaning towards something in the A/T category. It doesn't HAVE to be a true off-road tire, just be able to handle the rare times I'm treading a washed out dirt road. Traction in snow/water is what I'm really pushing for.

Noise isn't a big deal but if it's quieter than the Grandtreks that's a bonus. Equal or better gas mileage would be preferred. The Cooper CTS's and the Revo 1's (if I can get them) seem to appeal. Any other opinions on those?

 

[Clemsonfan15]

I think your definitely looking for an AT tire.

Here's my list in no particular order: Michelin LTX 2, Revo or Revo 2, Nitto Terra Grappler, Cooper ST, BFG KO, or maybe even the Goodyear Duratrac which looks the most aggressive out of the bunch.

 

[K.C.]

I currently have P265/70R17 Bridgestone Dueler A/T Revo One.

I would suggest & also my next tire would be...

265/70/17 BFG KO
or
255/75/17 BFG M/T (KM)

Most likely the BFG M/T (KM)

 

[PerfectAgent007]

K.C. what's the difference between the 265 vs the 255 and the 70 vs the 75 on the respective tires you mentioned? I know it's size difference but which specific aspect of the tire? Also if you or someone could explain the effects of those differences that would be a big help since I can't really devote any time to research because of finals next week.

 

[twfran]

I just put 265/65/17 Revo AT2s on my 2007 Sport this week. Very pleased with my decision. Much better grip, responsiveness and road feel than the Dunlops.

Here's the link to my pics:
http://www.toyota-4runner.org/perfo...58237-new-revo-at2-rubbber-looks-good-me.html

 

[Slvr RnR]

A+ for Toyo Open Country AT's

I picked mine up early this summer and they've been golden. Highway, rain, light snow (haven't had a heavy snow yet).

 

[Clemsonfan15]

K.C. what's the difference between the 265 vs the 255 and the 70 vs the 75 on the respective tires you mentioned? I know it's size difference but which specific aspect of the tire? Also if you or someone could explain the effects of those differences that would be a big help since I can't really devote any time to research because of finals next week.

255's are about an inch smaller in width. A lot of people think tall skinny is better offroad.

70 and 75 just refer to the aspect ratio of the tire or the percentage of the tire width that the side wall height is.

265/75/16 is taller than 255/75/16.

 

[K.C.]

K.C. what's the difference between the 265 vs the 255 and the 70 vs the 75 on the respective tires you mentioned? I know it's size difference but which specific aspect of the tire? Also if you or someone could explain the effects of those differences that would be a big help since I can't really devote any time to research because of finals next week.

255's are about an inch smaller in width. A lot of people think tall skinny is better offroad.

70 and 75 just refer to the aspect ratio of the tire or the percentage of the tire width that the side wall height is.

265/75/16 is taller than 255/75/16.

thank you Clemsonfan15 for answering this for me...so I didn't have to. :bravo:

That's why you're on my Buddy List.

 

[Will_4R]

265/65R17

265: width of tread in millimetres
65: aspect ratio of sidewall; sidewall hight = % tread width. In this case 65% of 265 mm
R: radial
17: diameter of rim in inches

to get inches:
convert mm to cm (divide by 10)
convert cm to inches (divide by 2.54)

to get total tire diameter:

0.65 x 265 mm = 172.25 mm sidewall
172.25 x 2 (since there are two sidewall hights in the total diameter) = 344.5 mm
344.5 mm = 34.45 cm
34.45 cm / 2.54 cm/in = 13.56 in of sidewall
13.56 in + 17 in (rim) = 30.56 in total diameter of wheel.

 

[THEREED]

Goodyear Fortera Triple Tread

I bought my 2006 Sport V8 with 38k miles. The previous owner put on 265/65/17 Goodyear Fortera Triple Tread tires. I was VERY skeptical at first since I usually run BF goodrich AT KO tires, but I have been very impressed with these. They are quiet, have great handling and the traction is much more than expected. I have driven them for a year through rain, snow and recently some mud and offroad and they performed great. Since the 4Runner has such a sophisticated 4wd system you will be suprised as you do not need a super aggressive tire to cover most terrain.

Check them out

 

[PerfectAgent007]

Hey guys, thanks for the help. I'm in talks with Town Fair Tire to get a set of Revo 2's since the price seemed good and they're willing to beat any Internet price. Hopefully I'll be able to get them sometime this week.

Safe travels and Merry Christmas all!

 

[gizmopt2002]

GoodYear DuraTrac.....My next tire.

 

[Maz]

Question On The Duratracs

I think your definitely looking for an AT tire.

Here's my list in no particular order: Michelin LTX 2, Revo or Revo 2, Nitto Terra Grappler, Cooper ST, BFG KO, or maybe even the Goodyear Duratrac which looks the most aggressive out of the bunch.

The Duratrac looks very interesting, but there doesn't seem to be a lot of reveiws on it. Anyone used or currently using this tire? If so how does it work in mud? Thanks.