*UPDATE* - 285/17/R18 BF Goodrich KO3 tires on stock Trailhunter - before & after photos

[VermontTaco]

Thanks to you guys, I've decided to go with 275/70/18 for my next set of tires for my black TH. Now the only question remaining is KO3 or AT4W. Also if I do go with the KO3 will the white lettering be too much.

KO3's go on today, I debated the AT4W's as well. I really don't think you can go wrong.

I'm going white letters in, black out. I've seen both and for my taste (and Icecap color), I think it's the better look. Personal preference though.

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[bsquaredMTB]

What are everyone's thoughts on Load Range. The weight difference is pretty significant going from SL to C. The difference between C and E isn't too much so I'm less concerned that that will make a huge difference in MPGs. I like going off-roading but don't do it a lot, maybe once every 2 or 3 months so I'm wondering if SL is "enough" for my needs. I'm mostly curious if the Tacoma will struggle with the heavier tires. Does anyone have any long-term experience with this?

 

[tacorancher]

Anyone else experience DT ignoring the yellow dot on the tire (lining it up with the valve stem)? They ignored the dot on my tires. They didn’t even know what it meant. I feel like this is lazy as they rely entirely on the road force balancer, resulting in more weights than needed. Anyone have any thoughts? I don’t think there’s much vibration but I can’t tell for sure. Should I get them done correctly?

 

[Lets_Taco_Bout_It]

Anyone else experience DT ignoring the yellow dot on the tire (lining it up with the valve stem)? They ignored the dot on my tires. They didn’t even know what it meant. I feel like this is lazy as they rely entirely on the road force balancer, resulting in more weights than needed. Anyone have any thoughts? I don’t think there’s much vibration but I can’t tell for sure. Should I get them done correctly?

HAHAHHAHA I actually had no idea what that meant......brb....RUNNING to my truck to check mine.

Did you get the add'l coverage?

 

[tacorancher]

What are everyone's thoughts on Load Range. The weight difference is pretty significant going from SL to C. The difference between C and E isn't too much so I'm less concerned that that will make a huge difference in MPGs. I like going off-roading but don't do it a lot, maybe once every 2 or 3 months so I'm wondering if SL is "enough" for my needs. I'm mostly curious if the Tacoma will struggle with the heavier tires. Does anyone have any long-term experience with this?

It’s enough for most people. If they had SL in my size I would have done it. Yes the extra toughness is great and I appreciate it, but not worth the weight and stiffness if there is an SL option for me. I had SL Falkens on my 22 Tacoma and did a lot of off-roading (not Moab levels but pretty decent rocky stuff in Texas) and never had one issue.

 

[tacorancher]

HAHAHHAHA I actually had no idea what that meant......brb....RUNNING to my truck to check mine.

Did you get the add'l coverage?

I didn’t get the coverage bc it cost the same as a new tire and I’ll just buy a new tire if I get a puncture. If I get 2 then I’ll lose money. I got an E load so they should be good!

Yellow dot is bugging the shit out of me bc I’m ocd. How did yours line up ?

 

[Lets_Taco_Bout_It]

I didn’t get the coverage bc it cost the same as a new tire and I’ll just buy a new tire if I get a puncture. If I get 2 then I’ll lose money. I got an E load so they should be good!

Yellow dot is bugging the shit out of me bc I’m ocd. How did yours line up ?

I'll take a look when I get off work. there might be a chance they've already worn off though

 

[bsquaredMTB]

It’s enough for most people. If they had SL in my size I would have done it. Yes the extra toughness is great and I appreciate it, but not worth the weight and stiffness if there is an SL option for me. I had SL Falkens on my 22 Tacoma and did a lot of off-roading (not Moab levels but pretty decent rocky stuff in Texas) and never had one issue.

Thanks for the input! I'm thinking I'll go with the Nitto Grapplers because they do have an SL option.

 

[VermontTaco]

First day on the KO3's (275/70/18). Will post more pics and a better review later. So far, so good. Much different look from stock now.

I think I need to air down a bit, the shop set them at 43 psi... Ride might be a bit smoother at 39 or so.

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