I think you'll run the UCA. The 4th gen had less offset than the 5th gen from the factory. You could get 5th gen wheels or run spacers to prevent that. The downside is that spacers means you're likely to rub somewhere else now, and more trimming will be required.
Falken Wildpeak AT3W: initial impressions
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I think you'll run the UCA. The 4th gen had less offset than the 5th gen from the factory. You could get 5th gen wheels or run spacers to prevent that. The downside is that spacers means you're likely to rub somewhere else now, and more trimming will be required.
I've got around 5K miles on mine so far. My only complaint and it's not a big one is that you can definitely hear these tires in the corners. Not sure if that will go away with wear.
Straight line these are just as quiet as Destination AT's but they look way better. Hoping to try them out in snow soon.
Straight line these are just as quiet as Destination AT's but they look way better. Hoping to try them out in snow soon.
Terminator03
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I agree. I’ve run them in heavy downpours on the highway and felt very stable, especially compared to my fairly worn Toyo Open Country ATII Tire’s I had previously. These are admittedly not as quiet at highway speed as the Toyo’s were, but it’s not anything that bothers me at all. I HATE off-road tires that hum or whine on the highway so I did a ton of research before buying these, and based on many reviews decided that they were a good balance of what I was looking for. I’m very happy with mine after a few months of use, and would definitely buy them again.
MDurbs68
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I have been running these on my 08 in 265/70/17 for about 12,000 miles purchased from Discount Tire. I have been happy with them overall. They have performed quite well in the rain and snow. Drove in quite a snowstorm last Saturday taking my son back to school and while I drove conservatively, I never lost confidence in the performance of the tires. I have done some mild off-roading and experienced zero concerns. They have gotten a bit noisier as many have reported, but nothing to be a deal breaker. I would definitely purchase again.
smokeyyank
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Good info, I got a pair off these for my jeep that I will be throwing on soon.
Bluesky 07
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What kind of tread life are people getting with the Wildpeaks?
JVC8790
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I have 275/65-18, had to do a little trimming but they fit fine, that being said, I have 18x9 aftermarket wheels with a lower offset, still gotta do some trimming.
Initial impressions on these tires after a week, they ride great, quieter than the Iron Country tires that were on it (not saying much), and they handle well. I do mostly highway driving and these feel very planted and balanced out just fine.
Oh, also after putting on bigger wheels and tires, I seem to have gained a few MPG (on the read out, haven't filled up yet). Overall rolling diameter is 4.7% larger than what I had which makes a tiny difference as well.
SpeedyKevin
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Hello everyone!
The Wildpeaks are on my shortlist and was wondering if anyone had any issues using their P-rated wildpeaks on trails? Specifically Deathvalley? I was planning on getting the LT E rated ones but was worried how that would affect on-road comfort on long trips (mainly comfort for Fiancee).
Thanks!
Kevin
The Wildpeaks are on my shortlist and was wondering if anyone had any issues using their P-rated wildpeaks on trails? Specifically Deathvalley? I was planning on getting the LT E rated ones but was worried how that would affect on-road comfort on long trips (mainly comfort for Fiancee).
Thanks!
Kevin
techno
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I run P rated ones and have had no issues off-road. Have not been to Death Valley though, or any extremely rocky/desert locations. Mostly forest and mud for me and the lowest I air down to for these conditions is 22psi. Also not loaded up with camping gear either, just day trip style offrading. I've not had any tire damage.
arya4runner
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What size is this.
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Hello, new to the forum and hoping to find some info on the wildpeaks and sizing options and this thread seems to be the closest I could find so far and very useful. I am looking at picking up a set of these and still up in the air about the load rating and size.
I wondered if anyone had tried the C load in the 275/70r17's? They seem heavy for a C load coming in about 4lb heavier per tire than the E rated 265/70r17, which is granted smaller but a 10 ply vs 6ply. Is there much is the off road performance/durability of the larger C rated tires compared to the stock sized (5th Gen) 265/70/R17 Wildpeak's in the SL rating? What pressure would anyone recommend/use for off road with C load vs the SL rating?
Any inputs on these three options would be great if anyone has the time to throw some thoughts down:
265/70R17 SL 46.5lb vs 265/70R17 E 52.9lb vs 275/70R17 C 57.1lb
I wondered if anyone had tried the C load in the 275/70r17's? They seem heavy for a C load coming in about 4lb heavier per tire than the E rated 265/70r17, which is granted smaller but a 10 ply vs 6ply. Is there much is the off road performance/durability of the larger C rated tires compared to the stock sized (5th Gen) 265/70/R17 Wildpeak's in the SL rating? What pressure would anyone recommend/use for off road with C load vs the SL rating?
Any inputs on these three options would be great if anyone has the time to throw some thoughts down:
265/70R17 SL 46.5lb vs 265/70R17 E 52.9lb vs 275/70R17 C 57.1lb
Syr4RinNC
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So I think itd be helpful to know any additional weight you carry and what you do mostly or are hoping to get out of the tire.
In terms of looks and off road - bigger is better (with in reason). I have the 265 70 17 in sl and no complaints. I mostly went with them because at the time they were $100 per tire new and couldn’t pass that up.
I run them off road - mtns / clay I n North Carolina and more muddy trail climbing here in ny. I run them around 20 psi air down and 36 on highway no punctures or issues (though I got a sidewalk puncture from a nail at the dump)
I’ve got thoughts on the wildpeak as a tire but not sure I have any helpful comparison tips
Hi [MENTION=306000]Syr4RinNC[/MENTION] thanks for the reply. Tried to post reply last night but seems to have disappeared into the internet!
Weight wise nothing crazy added to the vehicle in terms of a bumper chop out, winch or anything. Swapped out the bash plate for the TRD one and added Toyota's own rock rails. Got a Gobi stealth rack coming in the next month or so and that will open up the possibility of a RTT, but not likely soon, I like a ground tent. Plan is to use the motor for some light of roading in the near future and build it up over time to something a little more serious say in the next 3-5 years. Cargo weight would likely be your average 4-5 days on the road camping with two adults and a little kid, so reasonably light. Not planning on towing anything.
Being based near Boston and having to deal with snow and rain a decent amount the SL's with their silica compound sound like a good bet as well. I know the LT's have a slightly deeper tread which compensate for the lack of that silica in their make up, so guessing that point maybe a little bit of a wash between the two.
Figured with the lifespan of the wheels knocking around the 55K mark would be good to get something that the motor and my experience with it could grow into, so would rather get something that would allow for more performance from the get go rather than find I want to chop the tires out again in a year or so.
Good to know the SL's air down and run OK around the 20PSI mark. Still relatively inexperienced in any serious off road driving but know that makes a good difference and couldn't find anything specific to airing down SL rated tires.
Thanks again for the response.
Bob.
Weight wise nothing crazy added to the vehicle in terms of a bumper chop out, winch or anything. Swapped out the bash plate for the TRD one and added Toyota's own rock rails. Got a Gobi stealth rack coming in the next month or so and that will open up the possibility of a RTT, but not likely soon, I like a ground tent. Plan is to use the motor for some light of roading in the near future and build it up over time to something a little more serious say in the next 3-5 years. Cargo weight would likely be your average 4-5 days on the road camping with two adults and a little kid, so reasonably light. Not planning on towing anything.
Being based near Boston and having to deal with snow and rain a decent amount the SL's with their silica compound sound like a good bet as well. I know the LT's have a slightly deeper tread which compensate for the lack of that silica in their make up, so guessing that point maybe a little bit of a wash between the two.
Figured with the lifespan of the wheels knocking around the 55K mark would be good to get something that the motor and my experience with it could grow into, so would rather get something that would allow for more performance from the get go rather than find I want to chop the tires out again in a year or so.
Good to know the SL's air down and run OK around the 20PSI mark. Still relatively inexperienced in any serious off road driving but know that makes a good difference and couldn't find anything specific to airing down SL rated tires.
Thanks again for the response.
Bob.
Syr4RinNC
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Yea - initially they were difficult to balance and vibrated a lot at high speeds. After wearing down they’ve settled in. Definitely not mud tires, but they do ok off road. So far they seem to do ok in the snow and I like not having to swap on snow tires. No issues with slippage in the rain on the highway as some have mentioned in reviews
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