Tooltime19
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Ride quality is not bad either. I like a firmer sidewall on the street especially the way I drive.
BFG TKO2 Vs GoodYear Duratracs
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Really? Im running load range E as well on my 08 Limited w/V8. It killed my gas millage. I also went up a size though, so that's something to consider as well. I do 50% highway 50% city and get 14MPG, all highway I get 15MPG with my E range Ko2.
I have loved the tires, they ride quite, great in heavy rain, good in snow. That being said, lately I have been doing a fair amount of off roading and they are just ok tires. For me they are good because I am 90% DD and 10% play, but next time I may try something a little aggressive. Unless your towing and need the extra load range I would say E range in the Ko2 is pretty big overkill. I would love to have 2 sets if tires, a set of Ko2 in maybe a 4ply version and a set of offroad tires that were more aggressive.
Powder_Hound
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I've run the old BFG ATKO on a 1st gen, a 3rd gen, and 4th. I've run the BFG ATKO and the Hankook ATM's on my 4th gen in a 265/70/17 with a 2/3 spacer lift and I have had NO RUBBING issues what so ever. The Hankooks were a little smaller and lighter which probably resulted in better gas mileage. I think the BFG's lasted a little longer before they got hard and useless (55,000 and 6 1/2) My Hankooks are at about 30,000 and were were installed 12/11 and they are already showing signs of getting hard.
I know this comparison doesn't help with your question about Duratracs, but my 2 goto tires are the Hankook and BFG. I chose the Hankooks because they ended up costing about 200 less than the BFG's which made the wife happy. ��
If $$'s were the same I'd go with BFG ATKO2's. I'm probably 75-80% dry roads and make 4-6 trips pulling PUP. Then it's snow, ice, off road, playtime and the BFG's have been awesome on all my runners. - Sorry [MENTION=101553]t-man[/MENTION] as I know how much you hate BFG's ��
Oh...I also test fit the BFG in the 285 after lift (if my memory serves me right the 275's weren't available in 2005) and it was close. As this was my work vehicle I opted to go smaller to make sure there was no rubbing. I would suggest a test fit first (all T4rs) are unique, but I think you would be good with the 275's.
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Lol, np man. :hunter:
Tooltime19
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As far as mileage, it depends on what air pressures you are running. Most of my driving is 22miles mostly freeway each way to and from work four days a week. I've been running mostly 9 octane and I'm getting 16.5 plus or minus depending on my driving style. There are many factors that go into mileage, including oil weight, tire pressure, what kind of aero reducing external accessories like top mount light bars, roof racks ect. Don't forget the proper toe setting will help with mpg's. I know this sounds small. But add up a little here a little there and walla! Mpg's in the toilet.
And for the guy above stating the new KO2's are just ok off road. Are you airing down? I found that with my tire and vehicle that if I run 25lbs off road, including the 20"of snow powder I was in today that I get great grip. Good luck
And for the guy above stating the new KO2's are just ok off road. Are you airing down? I found that with my tire and vehicle that if I run 25lbs off road, including the 20"of snow powder I was in today that I get great grip. Good luck
Troymclure
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Ive been running the KO2's in a 35x12.5r17 and love them. Traction in the rain is great, quiet on the road and great in snow. Not so great in ice, but aside from a dedicated winter tire, all tires are. Even in a load range E at 45psi, ride is not terrible.
Tooltime19
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That was supposed to be 91 octane. Sorry. Typing on a small phone.
fwiw- ive had E load DT's on my '03se for 4yrs (~35k miles) and they have been great in all conditions i drove them through and ive had zero balance issues with a lot of tread remaining- i would highly recommend them to someone who needs that kind of tire BUT they have become loud as hell on the road which i could do without..im running 35psi- anyone ever try different air pressures to help the howling?? lol
Tooltime19
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Im running the load range E. Ive tried different Street air pressures and am currently running 35 to about 37 depending on my pax count, cargo and distance to travel. Off road as mentioned, 25 works great for my style of fast or slow cruising. I may go lower if im running alot of deep sand. With the lower off road air pressures, the tire footprint and design kick in and do their magic. Its like a whole new tire. The difference in overall grip with the proper lowered air pressures really make the truck work better in many many ways. It takes off better, stops better, climbs better and the tire wear is much much better because you arent chunking the rubber off as much due to the tire conforming and letting the tread design work the terrain as designed. Those tread patterns actually are designed to do important things on most brands when used properly. Its also easier on chassis and steering parts. But most importantly, the it stops that annoying and often loud rattle sitting in the right front passenger seat. She is so well acclimated to off roading, that if I dont air down within the first hundred yards, all that chattering and rattling begins....LOL:lol:
Changing air pressures for the conditions on and off road for me are huge safety items and that goes for all my vehicles including my hot rod car. By adjusting your pressures often, it keeps you in close contact with your tires by always looking at them when airing up and down, and that it reduces the risk of a potential tire issue. Safety is my main priority, followed by a ton of fun!
Changing air pressures for the conditions on and off road for me are huge safety items and that goes for all my vehicles including my hot rod car. By adjusting your pressures often, it keeps you in close contact with your tires by always looking at them when airing up and down, and that it reduces the risk of a potential tire issue. Safety is my main priority, followed by a ton of fun!
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I've always been a huge fan of the old KO's so I'm anxious to try out the new KO2's. Hearing they are an improvement is great. Plus I have to admit I love the white letter look! I'm sure the DT's are nice, but they are little pricey, so I'll be doing the KO2's on some MK6 wheels after I get the lift done. Can't wait! The hard part will be deciding between a 32 or 33" tire.
I'm not sure where you're buying your KO2's but everywhere I have seen they have been significantly more expensive than the Duratracs.
I was deciding between the two and ended up going with the duratracs for that reason. Got them at SAMs club for ~$824 installed. Love them so far after about 2 months, they were excellent in the 2+ feet of snow we got here last weekend.
Tooltime19
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I just remembered something! My last set of tires were the Nitto Terra Grappler A/T. They were one size smaller than my KO-2's. They were also a load range C, and I didnt like the feeling at speed on the highway. I wanted E but they were on back order when I was shopping. My experience is that on road, I felt the sidewalls were too soft for my style of driving and cornering. I had to run them at max pressure of 35 psi, and that still didnt feel strong enough. Off road, I ran around 28psi for my general fast or slow paced antics. Sometimes as needed, I could go a little lower but only if the terrain required it. They did ride better over the real rough stuff off road due to the side walls. To this day, I cant believe I never had a sidewall puncture.
The only drawback to the KO2 if you even want to call it a drawback is that in real hard rocky surface type trails, I have to air down lower than 25psi in order to have the sidewalls be more complaint with the terrain.
Lastly, I can see that the new KO2's with their softer compound are wearing faster than the old style KO's. So before anyone purchases the new KO2, be aware you might not get the same extreme mileage you had with your old set. But in trade, you will like the added traction.:keyboard:
The only drawback to the KO2 if you even want to call it a drawback is that in real hard rocky surface type trails, I have to air down lower than 25psi in order to have the sidewalls be more complaint with the terrain.
Lastly, I can see that the new KO2's with their softer compound are wearing faster than the old style KO's. So before anyone purchases the new KO2, be aware you might not get the same extreme mileage you had with your old set. But in trade, you will like the added traction.:keyboard:
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A rigid sidewall is a good thing! I always air down to 12-15psi when I trail ride/rock climb. Go down to that range and you'll be amazed how well they'll perform.
Cobalt Anubis
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Tooltime19
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Thats right about where I drop my air to when im in the nasty rocky chit!
S p a r k y
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look forward to seeing the 275/75/17's haven't see that size before :shrug:
sorry just poking at you 275/70 is prob what your getting. 275/75 would be sweet
dkyleb
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anyone have or know of people who have the KO2's with some mileage on them?? im curious to know if they get noticeably louder the way my DT's have become..
when i replace these im gonna have to go with something thats gonna stay on the smoother/quieter side..esp when im dropping 1g+ on tires- so far im looking at KO2, cooper at3 or st maxx (thinking these are gonna get loud like the DT), maybe even the general grabber at...or go w michelin ltx (whatever their truck tire is)
when i replace these im gonna have to go with something thats gonna stay on the smoother/quieter side..esp when im dropping 1g+ on tires- so far im looking at KO2, cooper at3 or st maxx (thinking these are gonna get loud like the DT), maybe even the general grabber at...or go w michelin ltx (whatever their truck tire is)
