New BFG KM2's 255/80/17's installed

[FireGuy]

Just took of my 255/75/17 BFG MT's and replaced them with the new BFG KM2's in 255/80/17. My initial plan was to get some FJ TRD rims and go with the KM2's in 255/85/16. After some research on the sizes and the weights, I went with the 17" version.

Here are the specs on the three tires:

255/75/17 - 48 lbs and 32.1" tall.
255/80/17 - 49 lbs and 33.3" tall.
255/85/16 - 55 lbs and 33.3" tall.

After comparing the sizes, I figured for only a 5 pound weight gain, plus the savings of not needing to buy 16" rims, the 255/80/17 size was a winner.

I'm a huge fan of the original BFG MT's, and after about 50 miles with the new KM2's I think the old MT's may be quieter. I have not had any handling problems and no weird pull to the right like Redline. So far no rubbing, although the rear mudflaps need to go as they are hitting under full stuff. Having the front Shrockworks bumper helps a lot with fitting these tires, as they are tall!

Right now they are mounted on steel FJ rims for no other reason that I think they look cool:victory: I'm go to sand and paint my allows and will probably go back to them to keep my weight down.

 

[durango_60]

Those look great, I'm planning on getting a set myself this summer. Please comment on how harsh the ride is as they are only available as an E rated tire and I'm coming from a C rating.

 

[FireGuy]

Those look great, I'm planning on getting a set myself this summer. Please comment on how harsh the ride is as they are only available as an E rated tire and I'm coming from a C rating.

So far I have not noticed a difference. I need to check and see what the PSI is set at.

 

[Yosh_Lopez]

Those look good. I am glad this size is now available. Where did you order them from and what was the availability? Were they backordered?

 

[FireGuy]

Those look good. I am glad this size is now available. Where did you order them from and what was the availability? Were they backordered?

I just called up my local Discount Tire store that I always go through. They didn't have any in stock, but were able to get five from Arizona shipped in a day. From order to mounting on truck took 3 days.

 

[LTFJC]

That is a sexy runner...good job.

 

[stimpy13]

Looks great. Like the steel wheel great set up.

 

[Bumbo]

That looks great OP!

I also have a 4th Gen 4Runner, and I have been very focused on getting some BFG KO2 tires in a slightly larger than stock size with my 2" lift. My plan was to go with a 265/75-16 which works out to be a 31.6" tire.

I didn't want to go to wide, but on other forums I see a general trend towards the fatter wider tire. Are there application benefits for both?

My off-road needs are very general purpose... Road trip so high mileage on road to get to off-road destinations... Fire roads, light to medium rock stuff, exploring our deserts which often includes just driving on sand, and just general adventuring.

If I got a 2nd set of rims, I could get two sets like a Road Tires and MT, or an AT and a set of MT like these... if the KO2 would be a good choice as a AT for on road use too.