Gmt800 - Recommended Tire / Options

jrrod2004 · January 26, 2010

My Vehicle:

2006 Silverado 2WD Crew Cab with original stock size: P245/70-R17

Modifications:

Rear end lowered 2" and front end raised 1"

Current gear installed:

17" stock aluminum rims (RPO code P25) with Bridgestone Duelers - P265/70-R17

Options:

P265/70-R17 from Michelin (http://www.discounttire.com/dtcs/findTireD...AINT&cs=265)

OR

P285/60-R17 from Falken (http://www.discounttire.com/dtcs/findTireD...d=17&cs=285)

Budget: $1200.00

I need new tires for the truck by April (inspection month) and I have been asking around locally what tire(s) would be best for my needs. I do occasionally put crap in the bed (10-15x a year) weighing 800lbs or more but mainly used as a street/commute vehicle. If you do not agree with the above options, feel free to suggest an alternative tire that would fit the stock 17" rim but be available in the greater Austin area. In addition, my question is whether the P285/60-R17 will rub on the front end or not...Discuss.

Mike

700 sportsman · January 26, 2010

IMO, I'd stray away from P rated tires, and go with at least LT's considering it is a truck

Have you ruled Toyo (open country), Nitto (Terra Grappler), or even some Pro Comp At's and other popular tires because they aren't available to you locally? I'm just curious

I'd do some reading on the many threads there are and re-evaluate your options

redvett · January 26, 2010

Mike,

Having 4 #1500 trucks in my electrical business i have always used the OEM replacement tires without fault and all my trucks are loaded with trailers at times. No failures but they finally wore out the 2000 has 255K on it. Stick with the OEM tires for economy unless your going to overload or abuse the truck.

big_dawg74 · January 26, 2010

I'm in a similar situation as you, Mike. My '06 reg cab is running stock P245/70r-17 General Ameritracs on the OE rims and needs new tires. Haven't put the drop shackles on just yet (hopefully next month). Looking at your two choices, the Falkens look like a more aggressive street tire. The Michelins are a little more coin, but better treadwear and I would guess a smoother ride. Never been to TX, so I don't know if snow/wet weather traction are as important to you as it is to us up here in the NW. I've been looking at the General Grabber HTS or the BFG Long Trail T/A Tour for my truck, but in the stock P245/70R-17 size. The Grabber HTS has gotten some pretty good reviews, but I am not sure if it is the style you are looking for, and unknown availability in Austin. Whatever you get, throw up some pictures; I'm interested in what it looks like.

--John

Nytemare · January 26, 2010

Big fan of Michelin here.

BFG/Uniroyal/Michelin...same manufacturer.

That's pretty much all I buy...My truck is running P265/75/16 Michelin LTX M/S as we speak....awesome tire. Quiet, comfortable, good traction in wet, dry, and snow.

jrrod2004 · January 26, 2010

IMO, I'd stray away from P rated tires, and go with at least LT's considering it is a truck
Have you ruled Toyo (open country), Nitto (Terra Grappler), or even some Pro Comp At's and other popular tires because they aren't available to you locally? I'm just curious

I'd do some reading on the many threads there are and re-evaluate your options

Thanks for the suggestions Tyler - I did consider Toyo since that is what is on the cars at home but never really considered Nitto (Terra Grappler) since every tire that I had seen from them were 4x4 tires. I will have to look into them to see exactly what they offer. Never even heard of Pro Comp ATs available here but then again I park the truck at Discount Tire to see what they got either in stock or in the catalog.

I'm in a similar situation as you, Mike. My '06 reg cab is running stock P245/70r-17 General Ameritracs on the OE rims and needs new tires. Haven't put the drop shackles on just yet (hopefully next month). Looking at your two choices, the Falkens look like a more aggressive street tire. The Michelins are a little more coin, but better treadwear and I would guess a smoother ride. Never been to TX, so I don't know if snow/wet weather traction are as important to you as it is to us up here in the NW. I've been looking at the General Grabber HTS or the BFG Long Trail T/A Tour for my truck, but in the stock P245/70R-17 size. The Grabber HTS has gotten some pretty good reviews, but I am not sure if it is the style you are looking for, and unknown availability in Austin. Whatever you get, throw up some pictures; I'm interested in what it looks like.

Yeah, I wanted a slightly wider track on the truck so I had the 265/70R-17s installed and had Justin correct the speedo when I did the BB tune. Only wet weather to contend with since it NEVER snows in Austin (yet Houston gets 2-4 inches).

wild willy · January 26, 2010

Have you looked on TireRack (dot) com? Lots of options, and the tires are reviewed, so you can get a sense of whether or not people are happy with a particular selection. Not saying you have to buy there, just a useful resource- you can compare specs like rated treadwear, and even weight- something most people don't consider- tires being unsprung weight, and some truck tires are pretty heavy- Just a thought-

big_dawg74 · January 26, 2010

Yeah, I wanted a slightly wider track on the truck so I had the 265/70R-17s installed and had Justin correct the speedo when I did the BB tune.

How much did the 265s effect the speedo? Dang, now I'm thinking the 265s would look good w/ the rear end dropped slightly...

Have you looked on TireRack (dot) com? Lots of options, and the tires are reviewed, so you can get a sense of whether or not people are happy with a particular selection. Not saying you have to buy there, just a useful resource- you can compare specs like rated treadwear, and even weight- something most people don't consider- tires being unsprung weight, and some truck tires are pretty heavy- Just a thought-

Good call! Tons of good info there.

csheatz · January 26, 2010

I dont think a 285 would fit with the drop. I would go with the michelin.

jrrod2004 · January 26, 2010

Yeah, I wanted a slightly wider track on the truck so I had the 265/70R-17s installed and had Justin correct the speedo when I did the BB tune.

How much did the 265s effect the speedo? Dang, now I'm thinking the 265s would look good w/ the rear end dropped slightly...

I didnt notice this until I actually dropped the rear end... here is what it actually looked like right after the drop with the 245-70-17s on:

Before it was corrected, @ 60 on the speedo, my GPS had me at 61.5 and @ 70, my GPS had me at 72.5.

jrrod2004 · January 26, 2010

Here is what it looks like with the 265-70-17s (dont focus on the damage):

As you can see, the 265 gives it a better look overall and doesnt look too "tucked in" under the wheel well...

jblakeney · January 27, 2010

My Vehicle:
2006 Silverado 2WD Crew Cab with original stock size: P245/70-R17

Modifications:

Rear end lowered 2" and front end raised 1"

Current gear installed:

17" stock aluminum rims (RPO code P25) with Bridgestone Duelers - P265/70-R17

Options:

P265/70-R17 from Michelin (http://www.discounttire.com/dtcs/findTireD...AINT&cs=265)

OR

P285/60-R17 from Falken (http://www.discounttire.com/dtcs/findTireD...d=17&cs=285)

Budget: $1200.00

I need new tires for the truck by April (inspection month) and I have been asking around locally what tire(s) would be best for my needs. I do occasionally put crap in the bed (10-15x a year) weighing 800lbs or more but mainly used as a street/commute vehicle. If you do not agree with the above options, feel free to suggest an alternative tire that would fit the stock 17" rim but be available in the greater Austin area. In addition, my question is whether the P285/60-R17 will rub on the front end or not...Discuss.

Mike

BFG's........ Just put 73k on a set........... Best riding tire I have ever owned!

Jbo

jblakeney · January 27, 2010

Here is what it looks like with the 265-70-17s (dont focus on the damage):

As you can see, the 265 gives it a better look overall and doesnt look too "tucked in" under the wheel well...

OUCH...... It was YELLOW so what was it dude???? (it'll buff right out.....) hahaha I see you WON.... The truck drove away....

Jbo

CapitalTruck · January 28, 2010

Mike,
Having 4 #1500 trucks in my electrical business i have always used the OEM replacement tires without fault and all my trucks are loaded with trailers at times. No failures but they finally wore out the 2000 has 255K on it. Stick with the OEM tires for economy unless your going to overload or abuse the truck.

The OEM tires advice shouldn't apply to the Wrangler ST. Those are serious pieces of shit. Anything with "Traction B" treadlife in the 300's should be avoided. I've had nothing but good luck with the Wrangler SR-A's though. Got me though that last snow storm quite well. FYI, Goodyear corporate owned shops always use torque sticks to prevent damage and a torque wrench for a final check.

--Jeremy

vester · January 28, 2010

I am personally a fan of Michelin tires. I think you would be happy with the one you selected. However, you should definitely look at Costco for those tires (there are 2 locations in Austin). Factoring in road hazard warranty (included at Costo, extra $100 at Discount Tire). Plus Costco picks up the warranty on the tire, fills them with nitrogen and gives you lifetime balance and rotate. If you buy by the end of January, they give you $70 off a set, no rebates to mail in.

I just ordered my LTX M/S2's today. I considered the Latitude Tour also, but I am up north so I wanted the extra snow traction.