Smallwood0507

been looking at tires and decided to go with the Bfgs. went to order from tirerack.com cause their 140 a tire for lt265/75/16s load range E. and it came up with this warning....

The following tire you have selected has a higher load rating than the vehicle's Original Equipment (O.E.) tires. This typically results in increased ride harshness, which some customers may find undesirable.


Anyone that drives a 4runner have any problems with this tire?

skjos

I initially had a load range E BFG AT KO tire installed on my 4runner, and it did produce a moderatly harsher ride. I went back to Discount tire and they swapped them for load range C tires, the ride was improved, but the change wasn't super dramatic. I would stick with load range C tire, unless you're towing heavy stuff, or need the extra sidewall stiffness for off-roading. The C's should also be cheaper.

cackalak han

I have load range E on my Tacoma. I'm fine with the ride. Not even close to harsh. My tire size is 235/85/16.

4rx

i used to have the firestone destination m/t load E. i had no problem at all.

altf4

load range E will have a higher ply rating, meaning the sidewall is more stout, which means less give. Range E is overkill for your ride, i'd go with a D if they offer it, or a C if thats all they have.

2 cents

murdarunna19

i cant complain about my ats on my 4runner

team_gforce

currently running 265/75r16 cooper mt with load range e. the recommended psi is 80 and i run them at 65 (for highway driving). still way to high and the ride leaves a little to be desired. i will definatly be looking for a lower load range tire for the next set.

BajaRunner

I've heard the E rated tires lasting longer, but, that involves alot of variables. I'd personally go D or E, not C.

cackalak han

Well, some tire specs state that the E has deeper treads. This wasn't the case with the BFG's, though. Anyway, that's maybe why they last longer.

j-man

there is absolutely no reason for anyone with a tacoma to get an E rated tire - thats completly insane. E rated tires would be for a trailer, or a heavy van or dually. C rated is all you need, even D rated is overkill but sometimes its all you can get. No, you wont get any more mileage, just a sore back from the lack of sidewall flex.

fattirerider

I've been looking for the ATs in this size too and from their specs sheet they only offer that size in an E rating. 2 different sidewall types though. What are we to do?

http://www.bfgoodrichtires.com/specs...t-a-ko/44.html

X-AWDriver

E is for vehicles weighing over 5000lbs and our 3rd gens are 1000 less than that and yes E is harsh which is why I went back to the tire place and got my TGs in the D load range. Some people like that hard ride and will tell you it's no big deal but if you put alot of miles on the street it'll be nocticeable plus you pay more for E which is dumb if you can get C or D for cheaper.

cackalak han

Um, I drive 100+ miles per day and have no problems with my E rated tires. Plus, mine didn't cost any more. I'm in my 30's and I'm done with the loud exhaust, harsh suspension days, but I have zero complaints on the ride quality on these BFG's. Next set I get will be MT's also in load range E.

X-AWDriver

You're in the minority and don't mind the stiff ride and most E rated tires do cost more to the rest of us. (Nittos Es are over $20 more a tire at Discount) Have you driven on D or C rated BFGs to compare with?
I've driven a 4Runner shod with each within a few days and when I was downtown on our constuction zoned/potholed streets there was a noticeable diff. If I don't need Es then why would I buy them since on a 4000lb truck I don't see the advantage unless you tow.

j-money$$$

i have 285/75/r16 bfg with a load range e on my 4runner, and they are completely fine. the stiffer sidewall is a good thing if you offroad, less chance of a sidewall puncture, i don't even know what the max psi is on my tires but i run the fronts around 28 psi and the back around 24. the lower pressure compensates for the stiffer tire.

and if you were to run the at the max they woud be overinflated for the weight and would wear irregular.

the ride is just the same as my last load range d dunflops

cackalak han

My previous set right before this was BFG D's. Honestly, I can't tell that much difference. It is NOT harsh at all. Reasons I like LRE is because of the tougher sidewalls and better stability, especially when towing.

skjos

Based on the spec sheet it looks like you are stuck with E-rated tires for the BFG AT KO in 265/75/r16.

I have 17 inch rims with 265/70/r17's (same outer diameter as the 265/75/r16), so I had the option of going with a C rated tire.

Don't quote me on this, but I read somewhere that the E rated tires have a heavier rolling mass and affected gas milage, however when I switched from E's to C's I didn't notice a difference.

cackalak han

I swore I thought 265/75/16's came in LRD, but guess not. Be sure to get the one rated for severe snow. That is a good price on those tires, though.

portercassidy

Short Time Lurker, first time poster. This discussion prompted me to post my findings. I too am looking for a BFG AT 265/75/16. I just got back from Discount Tires and discussed this issue with a guy there. BFG does have a D rated tire, but it is a special order, and is going to take about 5 days to get wherever cause they do not make too many of them. They are more expensive, but might be the answer to some of you out there that thinks a E rated tire is overkill.

TOYOTA'S Rock

X-AWDriver

Great tire off road but BFGs left a bit to be desired with their wet weather performance and their dry grip wasn't as good as my Nitto TGs. Simply a so-so tire in my experiences on them especially on a '97 4Runner I drove and on my GF's '94 Toy PU plus they are pricey.