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     Nick DeValera (Ndevalera) New Member Username: Ndevalera Post Number: 7 Registered: 03-2002 |
OK I've made the decision to upgrade my 97 Disco (96K)with OME HD Shocks and Springs all around and I've narrowed my tire selection to two brands - BFG AT KO's and Dunlop Radial Rover R/T's. Now I need help! There are many postings regarding tires and I don't want to rehash something that has been brought up many times...however here is the scenario. I don't do a lot of off roading, just local trails around the Denver area. My dilema is which brand is better for me and what size? I am considering 235-85-16's and 245-75-16's. Right now the Dunlop's are less expensive and seem to have good reviews and compare to the BFG's in design and size. If anyone has tried the two which is better in snow and which do you think would be better for my use? Thanks All | ||
| Daniel Covaciu (Danielcovaciu) Member Username: Danielcovaciu Post Number: 112 Registered: 10-2002 |
I've had the dunlop R/T's 245/75 for about a year and love them. Keep in mind that the R/T is a winter tire that is pinned for studs. It was made for snow. I drive to the mountain to snowboard every weekend all winter and they do great in the snow. They have never let me down off-road either. It seemed to me that the tread on the R/T is actually more agressive than on the BFG AT. The only thing I regret is not lifting first and then getting the 235/85. Thats what I'm getting when the 245's where out. Dan | ||
| Brad Russell (Bradnc) Member Username: Bradnc Post Number: 222 Registered: 03-2002 |
I've ridden on both and have to go with the Dunlops. They are superior in the snow (one of the few tires rated by the govt for severe winter weather) and are basically the same off road. The dunlops have basically no road noise, although I don't remember the BFGs on road. Dunlops are cheaper and British too....just go with them. You won't be disappointed. Only $100 apiece on tirerack.com brad |
