So I’ve come to an impasse in my planning process. I’m waiting for a Dobinsons 2” IMS lift Kit to arrive and when it does, my next purchase will be tires. My GX came with the stock 18x7.5.
First, would it be worth it to spend the money to get 17” wheels? As in, it seems that there are more options for tire size/load rating combinations (specifically more C-rated, more on that later) for r17.
Let’s say I stick with my stock wheels (which is ideal), which load rating should I go with. I’d like to have a comfortable ride since this is my daily and I’ll off-road at most a couple times a month. I’ve read that SLs can be susceptible to punctures and generally get destroyed quickly. Cs seem ideal because they are rugged but not too stiff and lighter than the final option, E, but size options are limited. E seems to have the most sizes available but I’ve read a lot about people regretting what it did to their ride quality and overall vehicle performance.
When I first started out on this search, I wanted to go the route of the “Guinea Pig” build and go 275/70r18 E KO2. Now I’m settling into a 275/65r1Toyo Open Country A/T3 C-rated.
Are my considerations valid? Is the E that much more harsh than a C? Is the SL out of the question if I plan on doing some light/moderate off-roading? Should I go 17” wheel (RRW RR7-H) and start from there?
The future holds rock-sliders and a roof rack, but any serious body armor or bumpers is unlikely.
Any suggestions or advice are appreciated.
First, would it be worth it to spend the money to get 17” wheels? As in, it seems that there are more options for tire size/load rating combinations (specifically more C-rated, more on that later) for r17.
Let’s say I stick with my stock wheels (which is ideal), which load rating should I go with. I’d like to have a comfortable ride since this is my daily and I’ll off-road at most a couple times a month. I’ve read that SLs can be susceptible to punctures and generally get destroyed quickly. Cs seem ideal because they are rugged but not too stiff and lighter than the final option, E, but size options are limited. E seems to have the most sizes available but I’ve read a lot about people regretting what it did to their ride quality and overall vehicle performance.
When I first started out on this search, I wanted to go the route of the “Guinea Pig” build and go 275/70r18 E KO2. Now I’m settling into a 275/65r1Toyo Open Country A/T3 C-rated.
Are my considerations valid? Is the E that much more harsh than a C? Is the SL out of the question if I plan on doing some light/moderate off-roading? Should I go 17” wheel (RRW RR7-H) and start from there?
The future holds rock-sliders and a roof rack, but any serious body armor or bumpers is unlikely.
Any suggestions or advice are appreciated.
