265/70/R17 BFG KO2 on Sport base

[Fuel fire ddesire]

I didn’t see anyone else post up pics with this size, so I guess I’ll share.



I didn’t want to go big with the Gladiator, since my JLU is going to get a lift and be turned into a trail rig. I wanted to keep the factory diameter, but get more contact width on the ground over the factory 245/75/R17 Deuller donuts. The Deullers are terrible in snow as well (as bad as my Challenger with all-seasons). The most the truck will see is forestry trails and two tracks, with plenty of snow in the winter. These will do fine. $50/ tire cheaper than going to the KO2 285/70/R17 E’s I put on my Wrangler. The truck feels more planted and less floaty on the highway, at the cost of feeling bumps more compared to the donuts. Still a softer ride than the load range E 285/70/R17 KO2’s on my JLU. I have all of 50 miles on them so far, so no wet/ snow/ mud/ sand reports yet. I’d imagine they’d be as capable as what’s on the JLU though.

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[ThereWillBeBond]

Anyone else running this setup? I’m leaning this way too, but the appeal of a slightly larger tire is also strong.

Any thoughts/feedback on the 265/70/r17 setup?

Thanks.

 

[OVERLORD]

KInda sorta.

Running the 285-65-18 KO2s on my Overland, close to stock diameter, a bit wider.

 

[OVERLORD]

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[ThereWillBeBond]

KInda sorta.

Running the 285-65-18 KO2s on my Overland, close to stock diameter, a bit wider.

Right on. That's a sharp setup @OVERLORD!

Moving through the age-old decision of my first significant mod (in this case being tires) and I'm wrestling with 265/70/r17 vs 255/80/r17 vs 285/70/r17

I'm able to score a pretty good deal on the 265s and if I'm really assessing the usage of my new truck (wheeling will mostly be mining roads, forest service roads, elk camp, etc.), I think the other options might be a little overkill.

But I'm definitely a rookie and glad I found this forum. No shortage of discussion about tire sizes and hoping to make the right decision.

 

[Mr.Handsome]

KInda sorta.

Running the 285-65-18 KO2s on my Overland, close to stock diameter, a bit wider.

How did those fit overall? Everything I’m seeing says you need at least a 8” wheel and the overland’s are 7.5

 

[OVERLORD]

How did those fit overall? Everything I’m seeing says you need at least a 8” wheel and the overland’s are 7.5

Fit great, no rubbing, no issues! 9.5" rim.

 

[awraynor]

I love the 285/70 R17 DuraTracs on my Overland model with the Rubicon take off rims. Appropriate appearing size, beefy look and room leftover. Much better for my needs than the stock Overland setup.

 

[atom_werner_x]

Couple months old but this post helped me make up my mind on running 265/70/17 tires. I plan on towing a 4500lb (dry) camper from time to time and didn't want to give up any towing ability with a taller tire, but wanted a better tire than the stock ones. Running wild peak at3w and a rough country 3/4 inch level, just to take some rake out of the front. I'm also running sumo springs in the rear to help minimize any squatting.

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