LX 570 and snow chains (1 Viewer)

[silver tuna]

Hello all,

I picked up a set of rock warriors and would like to mount the forum (and Toyota apparently) recommended 285/70/17 tires on them. Does anyone know if snow chains will still clear with this setup? Also, what type of performance loss should I expect in regards to loss of power over the stock dia tires? Any other downsides to this size vs stock than the usual stuff?

I’ll be using this type of chain on the ko2 in load range C

https://www.etrailer.com/Tire-Chains/Titan%20Chain/TC2327.html

Thanks in advance.

 

[MikeVpdx503]

I have Rock Warriors with LT285/70R17 E load KO2’s and have had no issues using these chains in the rear. Haven’t tried the front and probably will never need to.

Amazon product ASIN B001H9GRD2

 

[bloc]

Chains won’t fit on the front even with more offset and stock size tires. You either hit the knuckle going one way (with offset) or the mudflap going the other. The only way to make it work would be to run smaller than stock tires.

As stated the rears shouldn’t be a problem though even with the bigger 285/70r17

 

[silver tuna]

thanks for the info guys...say, do you guys have ANY rubbing with this size tire? the database says no but I’ve seen some post stating otherwise.

 

[MikeVpdx503]

thanks for the info guys...say, do you guys have ANY rubbing with this size tire? the database says no but I’ve seen some post stating otherwise.

Zero rubbing with KO2’s on stock suspension. I have heard others have slight rubbing with other tire brands in this size, possibly due to different tire brands running slightly larger/wider.

 

[EverywhereBear]

I have slight rubbing front driver’s side when turning with Toyo AT3 in that size.

 

[bloc]

I have slight rubbing front driver’s side when turning with Toyo AT3 in that size.

Same.

 

[silver tuna]

One more question:

How’s the ride on the street compared to the stock setup? I’m hoping to get and even softer on road ride.

Ty

 

[bloc]

One more question:

How’s the ride on the street compared to the stock setup? I’m hoping to get and even softer on road ride.

Ty

If they are LT285/70r17 they will require at least 40psi. Between that and the weight the ride will be significantly worse.

If they happen to be P-metric P285/70r17 you can run stock pressures and be lighter than stock weight (because rock warriors are so light) the ride will be significantly better due to the taller sidewall.

 

[coleAK]

Why not take your old set of rims and get some proper winter tires, keep the RWs for summer, and not have to deal with chains?

 

[linuxgod]

thanks for the info guys...say, do you guys have ANY rubbing with this size tire? the database says no but I’ve seen some post stating otherwise.

You shouldn't with the KO2's but your specific alignment can affect whether or not you rub. Running caster at the upper limits can rub the KDSS or sway bar at full lock, otherwise you should be fine.

 

[coleAK]

One more question:

How’s the ride on the street compared to the stock setup? I’m hoping to get and even softer on road ride.

Ty

Ride will be much harder going to a C LT ko2.

Why not run a better all season like the Michelin LTX M/S. I’m pretty sure it is available in p metric.

 

[FrazzledHunter]

Why not take your old set of rims and get some proper winter tires, keep the RWs for summer, and not have to deal with chains?

This is exactly what I did for years going back to my 1985 Chevy K5 Blazer. I had the "nice" wheels for nice weather and to impress my friends and snow tires (with studs when they were legal) on steel rims with no hubcaps. The lack of a hubcap made getting chains off & on a little easier.

I was afraid to mention this because that's not the way the discussion was going and am glad you did!

 

[bronc076]

Why not take your old set of rims and get some proper winter tires, keep the RWs for summer, and not have to deal with chains?

Or buy some beater with a heater for crappy winter driving.

 

[Desmothedog]

might be an unpopular opinion but with that said, my 2011 lx on ko2's suck in snow. It loses traction so easily on icy roads and it seems to just get stuck in snow so easily. Of course I dont usually air down for screwing around just getting up to the ski hill but damn. Sure thought this would perform better. Im debating if I really wana invest in winter tires and throw back on the stock rims.

 

[bloc]

might be an unpopular opinion but with that said, my 2011 lx on ko2's suck in snow. It loses traction so easily on icy roads and it seems to just get stuck in snow so easily. Of course I dont usually air down for screwing around just getting up to the ski hill but damn. Sure thought this would perform better. Im debating if I really wana invest in winter tires and throw back on the stock rims.

Common opinion for KO2s. Usually people report they are ok in the deeper softer snow, but on hard pack and ice they are terrible.

 

[coleAK]

might be an unpopular opinion but with that said, my 2011 lx on ko2's suck in snow. It loses traction so easily on icy roads and it seems to just get stuck in snow so easily. Of course I dont usually air down for screwing around just getting up to the ski hill but damn. Sure thought this would perform better. Im debating if I really wana invest in winter tires and throw back on the stock rims.

I ran KO2s in the summer in AK. No way I would ever run them in the winter. On a side note 8” and counting at my house this AM. Switched to my Nokian Hakka’s in the garage yesterday afternoon.

 

[TeCKis300]

Hello all,

I picked up a set of rock warriors and would like to mount the forum (and Toyota apparently) recommended 285/70/17 tires on them. Does anyone know if snow chains will still clear with this setup? Also, what type of performance loss should I expect in regards to loss of power over the stock dia tires? Any other downsides to this size vs stock than the usual stuff?

I’ll be using this type of chain on the ko2 in load range C

https://www.etrailer.com/Tire-Chains/Titan%20Chain/TC2327.html

Thanks in advance.

Several things.

- The LX has better clearances than the LC to handle large tires as there is no limiting KDSS bar to interfere with
- If your concern with snow/cold weather performance and ride comfort are a priority, KO2s are not going to be a great choice per comments above. It's a commonly recognized weakness of this model. There are newer tire designs including the Toyo AT3 and Falken AT3Ws that are superior in both qualities. While maintaining all the key advantages of great AT tires.
- The LX has superior riding suspension designed for 20" wheels. Even with stiffer AT tires, stepping down to a 17" wheel that gains sidewall may positively impact overall ride quality. The LX only requires RCTIP of 35PSI (the LC guys can use this too). Though there are reasons that you may want to go up in pressure anyways to improve handling and load stability with all the extra sidewall.

The idea with the 200-series is to avoid chains in the first place.

 

[silver tuna]

I really don’t need chains but last year:

We were snow wheeling in the San Bernardino Mtns fire roads, i was in my ‘85 4 runner which has ko2’s, lift all that.

Long story short, some Subarus ahead got stuck and we didn’t get moving again until evening by which time the deep slush had turned into ice which made passing impossible. I put on a set of chains and made it out like nothing. I was even able to tow somone (jeep) who blew an engine out.

Yes I agree these vehicles mostly don’t need chains, especially on road snow. Off road in mountainous terrain they can help enormously.

 

[turbo8]

might be an unpopular opinion but with that said, my 2011 lx on ko2's suck in snow. It loses traction so easily on icy roads and it seems to just get stuck in snow so easily. Of course I dont usually air down for screwing around just getting up to the ski hill but damn. Sure thought this would perform better. Im debating if I really wana invest in winter tires and throw back on the stock rims.

Use the start in 2nd feature. This should help in snow.