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jay140285

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Tire Choices on the WK before I order
« on: March 17, 2014, 10:19:01 AM »

Morning Chaps,

Right, the 245 / 75 17’s BF Goodrich AT’s on the WK are ok they have around 5mm / 6mm of tread but
whilst I can possibly afford it I might change them for new ones as the Jeep is a keeper and Nat and Georgia are in it everyday.

So first off the standard size is 245 65 17 on a WK but these have been increased at some point to the above which I do like.

But I cannot seem to source much if any choice apart from the BF Goodrich in that size.

So I am going to have to drop down to 245 / 70 17 unless you can recommend another size that will give the same rolling radius as the currents.

Choices are:

Yokohama Geolander AT-S (£146.56 each)
Toyo Open Country AT (£129.17 each)
Bridgestone Dueler HT (£155.33 each)
General Grabber AT (£160.49 each)

I had Grabber AT’s on the WJ and they are now on SBD’s Commander and I did like them but they are the most expensive of the above.

You thoughts and suggestions please before I order from BlackCircles.
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jay140285

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Re: Tire Choices on the WK before I order
« Reply #1 on: March 17, 2014, 01:36:47 PM »

I can get the Geolanders in 255/70R17.

What do you think re the size?
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Re: Tire Choices on the WK before I order
« Reply #2 on: March 17, 2014, 01:59:31 PM »

Get something like this:
http://s108.photobucket.com/user/valpacer/media/Jeep%20WH%20WK%20Grand%20Cherokee/New%20Lift%202012/DSC_1159.jpg.html


Lift you higher = better visibility = better safety for Nat and Georgia  :icon_winkle: :003:
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Re: Tire Choices on the WK before I order
« Reply #3 on: March 17, 2014, 02:01:18 PM »

I have been told in no uncertain terms I am not "DICKING" about with the WK.
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Re: Tire Choices on the WK before I order
« Reply #4 on: March 17, 2014, 02:56:37 PM »

I get told similar about the WK, no ruining it and taking it offroad (just don't mention Turkey Hunt  :icon_winkle:).

I though 245/75/17 might be a bit of a big jump so interesting to see that's what you've got on now. I was looking for some ATs as well recently and though the Toyo AT looked good and was a good price. General Grabbers are a very good tire though, it's just if you want to spend the £120 extra for them.

Do you want some Jaffa Cakes for the BFGs?
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Re: Tire Choices on the WK before I order
« Reply #5 on: March 17, 2014, 03:01:15 PM »

Seems there could be a fight on for the BFG's lol.

A certain gentleman from over the sea's expressed interest before I knew I was thinking of changing lol.

Not sure if I can get the Grabbers in 255/70/17 the Geolanders do come in this size though, just not sure if they will be to wide

 
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Re: Tire Choices on the WK before I order
« Reply #6 on: March 17, 2014, 03:17:57 PM »

Slightly over size tyres might need the bottom of the upper ball joint thread cutting off - or so I've read on Aus Jeep Offroad.
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Re: Tire Choices on the WK before I order
« Reply #7 on: March 17, 2014, 03:29:14 PM »

Slightly over size tyres might need the bottom of the upper ball joint thread cutting off - or so I've read on Aus Jeep Offroad.

Currents are ok and the 255 profile are a little smaller diameter but a bit wider???
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Re: Tire Choices on the WK before I order
« Reply #8 on: March 17, 2014, 08:04:41 PM »

Have you tried camskill Jay ?
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Re: Tire Choices on the WK before I order
« Reply #9 on: March 17, 2014, 08:05:51 PM »

No I will take a look


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« Reply #10 on: March 20, 2014, 02:02:37 PM »

Got some.

Dutch PM'd if you still interested.
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Re: Tire Choices on the WK before I order
« Reply #11 on: March 20, 2014, 02:13:31 PM »

What did you get & from where in the end Jay ?
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jay140285

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Re: Tire Choices on the WK before I order
« Reply #12 on: March 20, 2014, 03:11:09 PM »

Round ones from a tire supplier online

Gone for 265 / 65/ 17's
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« Reply #13 on: March 20, 2014, 08:05:54 PM »

Dunlop grand trek AT3, through our car guy at work who manages the fleet.


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« Reply #14 on: March 20, 2014, 08:07:57 PM »


Slightly over size tyres might need the bottom of the upper ball joint thread cutting off - or so I've read on Aus Jeep Offroad.

265 70 17 need the ball joint thread trimming


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Re: Tire Choices on the WK before I order
« Reply #15 on: March 20, 2014, 11:50:09 PM »

Cool, seems like a deal was struck  :greggmo:
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