Nicely Done!!! Those tires are looking mean......
I'm debating that same size, but just don't wanna regret it later as I really want a 315/70/17.
I'm debating that same size, but just don't wanna regret it later as I really want a 315/70/17.
NorCal, those look mean!!!! look good too!! i was thinking of going that route in the future but i'm a BFG believer after what my KM1s have been thru, that it only seems fitting the KM2s be my next tire, although i have had those Toyo MTs on my radar. congratulations, are you pleased with them thus far? i know how much of a stickler you are in getting top notch sh!t based on thorough research.NorCal 4x4 said:Nitto TGs were on my list, but I really wanted a MT this time. The BFG MT KM2 would have been another potential purchase, but in the 17s the closest size was the 32.7" 305/65, and I wanted closer to a 34, but not over 34.
When I was still considering an AT, the 305/70/17 Nitto TG seemed a bit wide for a 7.5" rim especially being a 2-ply instead of a 3-ply, (sidewall). Their 295/70 would have been fine though.
Hope these last a long time.
The KM2 would have been a definite contender if they offered them in a 295/70/17 or a 305/70/17, (33.5" to a 34").hooligan said:NorCal, those look mean!!!! look good too!! i was thinking of going that route in the future but i'm a BFG believer after what my KM1s have been thru, that it only seems fitting the KM2s be my next tire, although i have had those Toyo MTs on my radar. congratulations, are you pleased with them thus far? i know how much of a stickler you are in getting top notch sh!t based on thorough research.
ooooooo, can you snap a photo of the siping? and where did you end up going to have them siped? and siping would actually quiet the tire a bit.NorCal 4x4 said:But I like the M/Ts so far, a bit of a howl, but I think that's because I paid an extra $60 to have them siped, and because they're brand new. I've asked a couple of other owners, and their's were pretty quite, like a "hum".
I tried a few macro mode photos tonight but they didn't come out. I'm taking Friday off so I'll give it another shot and use a tripod. They look like razor knife cuts, (but are actually U-shaped ... deeper in the middle), about 1/2" long, and about 3/16" apart, perpendicular to the tire, (from sidewall to sidewall), but only on the two middle rows of lugs ... probably to avoid chunking.hooligan said:ooooooo, can you snap a photo of the siping? and where did you end up going to have them siped? and siping would actually quiet the tire a bit.
Mine are the Total Chaos Heavy-Duty Shackles, from PRGroducts.com. They lower the rear 3/4", and won't unroll like the stock ones do occasionally when people are off roading. I think they are especially recommended for those that have the larger Deaver 2.5" mini-pak, (mine are the 1.5" Deavers).UDMTITAN said:Are the shackles you installed the ones that drop the back end back down some? Also wanted to know how the ride is as far as handling goes, I am nervous about a lift because I spend most of my time on freeways at 75+ and still want to be able to maneuver. I know you will loose some cornering with a lift just am spooked. First time I have ever come close to lifting one.
Thanks everyone, and SDTitan1 and hooligan ... I finally got some pics that show the siping.SDTitan1 said:NICE norcal!! like hoolie said, I know plenty of research went into getting new tires, glad to see you finally got 'em! good idea getting them siped as well.....you'll have to post a pic
I know this thread is old, but in the Jeep world they actually make a product called "quick disconnects" that does what it says....allows you to quickly disconnect the sway bar for better articulation while offroading, but snap back in the sway bar when you are on the roads.The springs on the coils are stiff enough, that many even remove their sway bar ... gives more independent wheel articulation in the front. I have yet to try this, but with the bars on, it handles great.