295 or 315?

[sdnative]

I'm about to pull the trigger on a new set of Toyo AT2 extreme tires, but am still on the fence about the size. I am 90% set on 295/75R16 but am somewhat considering the 315/75R16 only because I am geared lower (4.88) and want to keep the RPMs down. I by no means need the 315s based on the wheeling I plan to do, but it does help I suppose when I attempt that extra credit obstacle or try that tougher trail.

My question is does anyone have any experience with 295s and 4.88 gears?

Are the highway RPMs excessive? I am planning some longer road trips over the next few years. I don't mind driving a little slower but want to be able to keep up with traffic (65 is usually where I live). I know a couple guys here have 5.29 with 285s, but that's too low IMO.

With the 315s I have no chance in fitting in my garage with anything on the roof. I think with the 295s I can fit a low profile rack (eventual goal).

The 315s are a bit more $ and an additional 8lbs each. And the hit on mileage and extra wear on axles and brakes.

Opinions?

 

[VCCruzr]

If there is ever a possibility of pulling a trailer in your future (AT or Teardrop), then I would stick with the 295s. Just being able to park it in the garage would seal the deal for me on the 295s.

 

[Brentbba]

If there is ever a possibility of pulling a trailer in your future (AT or Teardrop), then I would stick with the 295s. Just being able to park it in the garage would seal the deal for me on the 295s.

What he said x2.

 

[SoCal_80]

I have been very happy with 4:88's, 285's and pulling a loaded Chaser. I kept with 285's as that is a common 80 series size and if I flatted out and ate up my spare there would be good odds of bumming a spare off a buddy. 315's should be sorta easy but 295's may be an issue. (Not that you couldn't prob drive out with slightly mismatched sizes). Just my 2 cents

 

[sdnative]

I have been very happy with 4:88's, 285's and pulling a loaded Chaser. I kept with 285's as that is a common 80 series size and if I flatted out and ate up my spare there would be good odds of bumming a spare off a buddy. 315's should be sorta easy but 295's may be an issue. (Not that you couldn't prob drive out with slightly mismatched sizes). Just my 2 cents

That has actually happened to me. Blew out both tires on the passenger side on a trail and had to call a buddy to drive out and borrow his spare. Luckily I was fairly close to home and had cell service.

If I wasn't geared lower, and the the tires I want were available in 285s I would probably get those.

 

[orionkhan]

If there is ever a possibility of pulling a trailer in your future (AT or Teardrop), then I would stick with the 295s. Just being able to park it in the garage would seal the deal for me on the 295s.

I'm rolling 315's and can with in my garage. And that's with a platform rack on top. However, I agree about towing issue. If you pull up in the mountains a lot, you will consider new gears or SC with the 315's. I don't bring my trailer often, but when I do, I always revisit the SC option.

 

[sdnative]

I pulled the trigger on the 295s and will be getting them installed this weekend.


My 315s are up for sale if anyone is interested.