275/70/18 KO3 tires on a Trailhunter - initial review

[tacorancher]

Sharing my Falkens in the same size. Excuse the super cheesy music.

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[Delta1Seven]

Any comparison between these and Falken AT4W's? I'm curious if one is quieter than the other.

 

[tacorancher]

Any comparison between these and Falken AT4W's? I'm curious if one is quieter than the other.

The Falken is almost silent except maybe between 20-40 mph where there’s a slight hum but it sounds nice. My only knock on it is that it’s a pretty hard tire and for it to ride decently you need to be around 34 psi and not much higher (in E load). It’s great in the wet and appears to be bulletproof and insanely overbuilt (you can tell). 18/32 tread depth which is segment leading and a very cool tread pattern. It also handles shockingly well on the road—steering is phenomenal.

I think the KO3 sidewall is cooler. I also think the KO3 is very quiet. It might also be more comfortable, but I don’t know. Both tires are top performers.

 

[drabon74]

Op, any lift?

 

[bheiser1]

I did the same thing on my TRD OR a couple days ago, except I went with 285/70-17 for the KO3’s. I did a similar comparison to yours, and considered various sizes, and ended up with this selection. I’ve only done 70-80 miles so far, much of it during heavy rain & wind, and I’m pleased so far.

 

[JaidenA]

I'm thinking next week, did the contract yesterday, It's at a railyard like 100 miles from the dealer, waiting to get it on a truck now.

Got the Trailhunter on Monday!

 

[tacorancher]

Got the Trailhunter on Monday!

You’re going to absolutely love it

 

[JaidenA]

You’re going to absolutely love it

Allready do!

 

[tacosinnataco]

Didn't take the crash plates out, there is enough space. Hope you get your truck soon!

How's the clearance with the front bumper? I'm wondering if changing the caster will help.

 

[tacosinnataco]

Op, any lift?

Outside of the OEM Trailhunter lift over other models (except the PRO), I would guess no additional lift.

 

[VermontTaco]

How's the clearance with the front bumper? I'm wondering if changing the caster will help.

There is space, but not a ton. Haven't rubbed at all from what I can tell.

 

[VermontTaco]

Outside of the OEM Trailhunter lift over other models (except the PRO), I would guess no additional lift.

Correct, no additional lift.

 

[tacorancher]

The longer I’ve had the 275s (Falkens) the more I think they are the optimal size for the TH. I like that the Falkens are a hair larger than the KO3s and thus further push the size to the limit without going over the edge. That said each tire I think has pros and cons.

 

[tacosinnataco]

There is space, but not a ton. Haven't rubbed at all from what I can tell.

That probably means 285/70/17's will rub. Curious though, do you think a higher offset would help? Wondering if the OR wheel might be better equipped for larger tires

 

[tacorancher]

That probably means 285/70/17's will rub. Curious though, do you think a higher offset would help? Wondering if the OR wheel might be better equipped for larger tires

I don’t think I would want any more poke. The only thing you can do is take off the crash plate, then you can go to 35 no issues. I used to be a 35-or-die guy but honestly 33.2-33.5 is really plenty and is a nice compromise. They don’t look small and ground clearance is solid. Just my 2 cents.

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