34/10.5-17 KO2 Success

[codyaustin5]

Got them installed today. No rubbing at all. Going to get spacers to kick them out a little bit as narrower than my Toyo's. Gained about an inch in height. Surprisingly they ride nicer than the Toyo's do. Thanks to @BTUMAN for help.

 

[Chocolate]

Nice!

 

[Angelo1]

Right on. The width is what saved you for fitment. How does it ride compared to your previous set?

 

[codyaustin5]

Right on. The width is what saved you for fitment. How does it ride compared to your previous set?

Definitely helped. I was surprised I didn't have to trim anything as I was expecting to. I wanted a narrower tire for snow and I like the look. The Toyo was great in the snow but I've always loved the KO's. It rides nicer/smoother than the Toyo's. Not sure if the width is playing a factor there but I really like the ride. It feels lighter even though the specs show the weight is within a pound of each other. Once I add the spacers it will kick out a little more. I'll have more feedback offroad once back from Ouray. If they made a 35/11.5-17 that might be perfect.

 

[mark71]

The KO2s really appear to be a hands-down favorite on this forum.

Looking forward to when my Toyos wear out so I can try them!

 

[Angelo1]

Definitely helped. I was surprised I didn't have to trim anything as I was expecting to. I wanted a narrower tire for snow and I like the look. The Toyo was great in the snow but I've always loved the KO's. It rides nicer/smoother than the Toyo's. Not sure if the width is playing a factor there but I really like the ride. It feels lighter even though the specs show the weight is within a pound of each other. Once I add the spacers it will kick out a little more. I'll have more feedback offroad once back from Ouray. If they made a 35/11.5-17 that might be perfect.

Agree on the width. I think the 305/65/18 would have made plowing through snow a bit more troublesome. I'm also happier I went with a better Colorado tire. I love "Switzerland of America" The route from Durango to Ouray is amazing in Fall when the Aspen are turning colors.

 

[slowride]

Looks Good!!!

 

[Willy beamin]

Big boy...looks good

 

[Reckless]

How much lift do you have?

 

[codyaustin5]

Out of Slee's shop I had 3" gain with the BP51. I'm sure its settled a little. Gained about an inch with 34s over my Toyo 32s. I gained an inch going from stock to the Toyo's. Overall from stock to present roughly 4-5". If I'm doing my math correctly. Been a long night out....

 

[Reckless]

With 4-5" gain are you still able to climb into the vehicle?

How much is your speedo and odometer off by?

 

[Romer]

I see the problem, you live in Ft Collins and went to school in Boulder. That creates a lot of inner conflict

 

[codyaustin5]

I see the problem, you live in Ft Collins and went to school in Boulder. That creates a lot of inner conflict

Haha that is the best conversation starter when we talk to people here. Of course I fly my Buffs flag on game days and I get funny looks from the neighbors. But I was born and raised in Boulder and a 3rd gen graduate from Boulder High. Grandparents graduated in the '30's. Fort Collins is turning into Boulder although people here say they hate Boulder. Go figure.

 

[Canyonero]

Haha that is the best conversation starter when we talk to people here. Of course I fly my Buffs flag on game days and I get funny looks from the neighbors. But I was born and raised in Boulder and a 3rd gen graduate from Boulder High. Grandparents graduated in the '30's. Fort Collins is turning into Boulder although people here say they hate Boulder. Go figure.

Looks like I will have to bring my CSU sweatshirt and flag and mug and blanket...and whatever else I can find to Ouray!

 

[cruiseroutfit]

Looks solid!

 

[codyaustin5]

I really liked my Toyo's but I love these BFGs! The 200 feels "younger". Faster, more nimble, smoother and drives so nice. I thought it was nice before but dang this is impressive. Psi at 42. Same settings on the BPs.

 

[Willy beamin]

Your description make Ko2's sound like a boob job

 

[cruiseroutfit]

Your description make Ko2's sound like a boob job

Are they not?

I've really liked the Ko2. I've recently swtiched for some tire testing but the Ko2 didn't ever leave me wanting and haven't on other rigs either. I just wish they would make a 34 x 11.50 or even 12.50 as the 10.50 width pushed me to the 285 size as I prefer the width of the height.

 

[codyaustin5]

Your description make Ko2's sound like a boob job

Yeah pretty much...

 

[SGT0311]

Noticed that you are in Ft Collins, and by the looks of it we live close. I am basically at Kechter and Ziegler.

Darryl