mtnbkr

It's almost time to buy tires again and I'm not sure what I want. I currently have 265/70-16 Bridgestone Dueler ATs (pre-revo). They've gone about 50k miles and still have enough tread to last another 10k or so for street use, but they're getting thin for offroading. Other than being a bit slick on hardpacked snow, they've been great.

We mostly use the 4Runner as a daily driver and roadtrip vehicle. I go offroading maybe 3-4 times a year. My offroad trips are nothing extreme. Usually rocking doubletrack, some larger rocks to maneuver around/over, and thin mud. I hit the beach at OBX once a year. I don't go mudding or rockcrawling.

I'm considering either the same tire again, the Revo version, or Cooper's Discoverer ST (or the newer ST/C). If available, I may go 265/75-16 for a tad more height. If the Revos or Coopers are better in the snow than the original Duelers, I'd like to know since that was my only complaint with the Dueler ATs I have now. How's the noise level on the Revos and Cooper ST tires? Any reason to go with a light truck version rather than "passenger" version if available? I haven't had a flat or any other problems with the "passenger" rated tires I have now.

Thanks,
Chris

lee

if i were you, id go with 265/75 revos. my buddy's jeep has em and theyre great in all conditions and are not loud.

the LT tires are suited for offroad... so those 3 to 4 times / yr you offroad, your P tires will suck.

ScottyBean

Dueler revos suck off raod. Go with the BFG AT's. they just rule.

Localmotion

id have to disagree with you on that one. I have had both the revos and ats. The revos much quiter on road and a lot better in the rain. The AT's might have better mud traction but thats about it. I would go with the revos

Rick F.

I had the REVO's and they're a fantastic tire, rain or snow. I don't off-road so I couldn't tell you about their performance there. My only complaint was the tread wear. I replaced mine at about 38k miles because winter was coming and I wanted good tread. They weren't far from failing the state inspection.

I replaced them with Firestone Destination LE's which are more of an all season tire compared to the REVO and have the silica in the formulation like the REVO's. For the money, they're a darn good tire. I've also heard that the Destination AT's are decent for occasional off-road use.

I went from the 265/70-16 to 265/75-16. No big difference and it would have taken awhile to notice if someone had changed sizes w/o telling me.

ChickenLover

A friend of mine used to have the Coopers. He did not like them at all. I vote for the revo. They are the best wet traction tires I have ever ran. Despite what was said above, the revos are very capable off road. I have ran BFG AT's and comparing them to the revos is just silly. The revo is far superior in every aspect IMHO.

CynicX

I prefer the BFG AT's over the revos just for the looks...I've been through 3 hurricanes (roads have 1-2 ft of water on them) with no problems I've noticed....but since it wasnt one of your choices...I'd choose the revos over the Coopers...I had a set of Coopers on a truck along time ago and didnt car for the experience...but I think it was a cheaper radial...but after doing some reading I think Bridgestone makes a better product them Cooper....both under BFGoodrich of course hehehehe

mtnbkr

Thanks for the info guys. I think I'm going to stick with Bridgestone Dueler ATs. They've served me well so far.

BTW, I have a 265/70 spare. If I get 265/75 tires and have a flat, will it hurt the diffs to use that 265/70 for a few miles (less than 50miles)? If I use that mismatched spare, will swapping it to the front (if the flat is on the rear) and running in 2wd be safer? I'd prefer not to drop $140 into a spare tire...

Chris

4RunnerFever

Shouldn't bother the diffs to go short differences no matter where you put it. Sounds like Michelin LTX might be a good tire for you as well. The Revo's are quiet and great in the snow, they do kick up rocks however.

MTL_4runner

The Michelin LTXs are probably the best road tire out there right now but only get them if you do little or no off-roading. You can read up on the Revos at www.tirerack.com and see if they might be what you are looking for.

X-AWDriver

Don't be trendy and give Nitto TerraGrapplers a try;I just got a set on order and will have them next week. Nice shoulder tread design too and way cheaper than the BFG ATs. Bamachem (Andy) recommended them for the mild to intermediate off roading I do while still driving everyday on them.

http://discounttire.com/dtcs/findTir...od&rd=16&ar=75

$220 cheaper out the door than the BFGs and the Nittos have better on-road and wet surface manners according to several owners of both.

mtnbkr

I'll check them out. There's only one dealer near me though. However, they're $120 via that website and Dueler ATs are only $140 installed at Costco. By the time I order those tires and get them installed, they're going to be the same price or higher than the Duelers.

BTW, what about the Yokohama Geolander AT II+? It's significantly less expensive than the Dueler ($25 per tire less after install).

Chris