2008 4Runner SR5 4wd - Currently have the original OEM Bridgestone Dueler H/T on it and 30k miles on these tires and they still have some life left, but I would like to buy 4 for the upcoming winter. Live in eastern PA and have gone through 2 winters with these tires. Have to say that they were actually not bad in the snow, although I did use 4wd. I am looking for something a little more aggressive in an all season that would be a little better in the snow without sacrificing the ride comfort and handling. I do not want dedicated snow tires though. I really don't use the vehicle for off-roading just mainly city and highway driving to work. I have been leaning towards the Firestone Destination A/T after reading some of the tire rack reviews but am not sure if this is really what I am looking for? Any advice would be appreciated. Thanks.
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mindelevation
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I bought hankook dynapro atm rf10 this summer. I pretty much drive only on road but wanted a slightly aggressive tire. These tires are great. I've only had them on for a couple thousand miles but so far there is no road noise. Runs great in the rain. I live in NJ and we recently just had some snow and I couldn't be happier. Great grip.
I'm a 2004 owner that just bought new tires.
My opinion on tires for the 4Runner is The original oem tires were o.k.. The first replacement set were Yokahama Geolanders. Dry and wet pavement were o.k.; on snow? Absolute skates. Going down a steep snowy hill was a white knuckle adventure. Thankfully I just replaced those four pieces of crap. After careful study I decided on the Michelin LTX MS/2. Too soon to tell about snow yet, but I can tell you that on dry and wet pavement they make the vehicle drive like a new vehicle. It has never cornered so well or had such a planted feel. Rolling resistance is noticeably much, much less.
I hate snow, but I am looking forward to trying these babies out in the white stuff. They HAVE to be better, because it would be impossible to be worse than the Geolanders.
My.02
Paulie6909
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i just bought the Falken Wild Peak A/T yesterday morning and they handled great with the snow we got on the east coast yesterday...i paid $710 installed...
CreativeMind
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Goodyear Wrangler DuraTracs...Awesome tire, tread stays great for awhile...Great in snow!! AND such a great look on your 4runner!
Casper421
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Everyone does love their Duratracs! They are a great looking, aggressive tire that seem to last pretty long. They are pretty pricey though. But, i guess you get what you pay for.
o-evets
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sorry to add another tire to all of the suggestion, but... take a look at the Bridgestone Dueler A/T RH-S. This tire seems to fit what you are looking for, and it goes along with the satisfaction you have had with the H/T's. I have them on my company truck, and i have been very pleased with there on road handling.
my personal preference for my next set for the 4runner will be Kelley Safari TSR's. They are just a killer looking tire.
my personal preference for my next set for the 4runner will be Kelley Safari TSR's. They are just a killer looking tire.
Nashvillerunner
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Another popular tire is the Nitto Terra Grappler. I have that tire in a 265-70-17 and they are great! I paid about $730 for installation and all for them. They have great highway manners, ride great, handle great in rain and snow and a very good value for the money. They are also a little more aggressive then most A/T tires. Check them out! You can't go wrong with any of the tires mentioned.
20034RunnerV84x2
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Wow, your mind is most likely through the roof by now, lol. I would go with Michelin LTX MS2
blaniac22
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:iagree:
JB.
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Hopefully, but when I see a recently designed, Q speed rated, snowflaked tire intended to be run year round that apparently lacks the simple, effective, and increasingly prevalent safety construction technique of a nylon cap ply, I have to wonder.
srq5000,
Lots of good choices. The Kuhmo KL61 that was mentioned might be the best bang for the buck. It appeared that way to me when I last looked at the recent Consumer Reports AT tire review.
Thanks quys! Yeah, alot of choices for sure, a bit confusing though. Some of them may be a bit too aggressive for my driving habits being that I do not drive on backroads. I won't put on dedicated snow tires because I really do not need them. Will do some research on the tires that were recommended.
happymanpg
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Tire choice
You can not go wrong with the Michelins. I have had them for 3 years on my 2005 just for the summer. In the winter I switched to the LTX and added studs. Live here in Northern British Columbia.
I have a question as a first time poster. I have a chance to pick up new rims and tires from my buddy that are from a 2010 Tundra. He took them off with only 500 miles on them and switched to a bigger tire. They are 256-55-18 Michelin. I run a 256-70-16. The question I have is will this cause me problems?
You can not go wrong with the Michelins. I have had them for 3 years on my 2005 just for the summer. In the winter I switched to the LTX and added studs. Live here in Northern British Columbia.
I have a question as a first time poster. I have a chance to pick up new rims and tires from my buddy that are from a 2010 Tundra. He took them off with only 500 miles on them and switched to a bigger tire. They are 256-55-18 Michelin. I run a 256-70-16. The question I have is will this cause me problems?
I can get the Firestone Destination AT's for $174.99 plux tax installed. Is this a good deal? The other tires that were recommended here look good also, but I really do not do any off roading and ffel like they may be overkill for me. The destinations seem to get pretty good reviews and see to be pretty quite and decent in the snow? I did notice a Hankook Dynapro ATM in the same price range that also got some good reviews?
snhrph
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To several people that mentioned Michelin LTX M/S2 - the OP mentioned that he wanted to stay with AT tires. LTX M/S2, while they are excellent tires (I have them on my wife's GX), are NOT A/T.
Someone mentioned Nitto Terra Grappler - it would be an excellent choice.
Another tire I would strongly recommend is Goodyear Wrangler Silent Armor. Its an A/T tire with great on-road manners, "snow flake" rated, and has aggressive looks.
One other point to the OP - consider replacing ALL FIVE tires. Couple of reasons:
1. You can rotate all 5 tires thus increasing their useful life by 20%
2. If you have to deploy a spare you won't end up with different sized tires (again, if you rotate all 5)
3. You mentioned that your truck is 2004, so its fair to say that your spare tire is around 8 years old. You wouldn't use a condom that sat in your glove box for 8 years, would you???
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Just saying...
Someone mentioned Nitto Terra Grappler - it would be an excellent choice.
Another tire I would strongly recommend is Goodyear Wrangler Silent Armor. Its an A/T tire with great on-road manners, "snow flake" rated, and has aggressive looks.
One other point to the OP - consider replacing ALL FIVE tires. Couple of reasons:
1. You can rotate all 5 tires thus increasing their useful life by 20%
2. If you have to deploy a spare you won't end up with different sized tires (again, if you rotate all 5)
3. You mentioned that your truck is 2004, so its fair to say that your spare tire is around 8 years old. You wouldn't use a condom that sat in your glove box for 8 years, would you???
:Just saying...
Casper421
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What size? I got 4 destination at's P285/70/17 delivered for around $735. Free mounting.
Doozi
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I bought 5 Silent Armors last November and am really happy with them.... just a really good all-around tire!
empty403
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Firestone Destination AT, Michelin AT2, or Bridgestones Revo2 are all good AT tires. Since you don't off-road so maybe Michelin LTX MS2s are a good choice - great wear, very quite, and good in all conditions including snow. I think they are 1st in ratings on tirerack for All-season Light truck tires.
