BFG MT in 255/85 and sand
04-17-2006, 08:34 AM
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BFG MT in 255/85 and sand
I have 285/75-16 BFG AT's and am looking at buying a new set of tires. While I would love to buy a set of BFG MT's or GY MT/R's, the reality is that is probably way more tire than I need. My 4Runner is my daily driver, and my commute is about 15 miles each way. My only off-roading includes driving on the beaches in Corolla, NC. I have been thinking about the BFG MT's in 255/85. This would give me similar if not greater ground clearance and aspect height. My '96 is flareless, so I think some people's concerns of a 255 looking too narrow might not apply as much. I could see how that tire would look narrow under Limited flares.
1. Is anyone running the BFG 255/85 (other than Expeditions West)? Comments? Pictures?
2. How are these tires, in any size, in the sand? Am I looking for trouble taking them out on the beach? I rescued four SUVs last summer with my AT's. I don't want to be on the other end of the tow rope this June.
Thanks in advance.
Brian
1. Is anyone running the BFG 255/85 (other than Expeditions West)? Comments? Pictures?
2. How are these tires, in any size, in the sand? Am I looking for trouble taking them out on the beach? I rescued four SUVs last summer with my AT's. I don't want to be on the other end of the tow rope this June.
Thanks in advance.
Brian
04-17-2006, 09:59 AM
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Originally Posted by 4Peanut
I like the look of the MT's. My question is, will it get me through the sand, or will I be exposed for the poser that I am?
The MT's should be fine on sand...lots of people do them. I think the most imporant thing is leaving a big footprint
04-17-2006, 11:29 AM
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Mine tend to dig more than anything in the sand. I never got stuck, but there was a couple hills I had problems getting up. I'm getting 2 285/75/16 BFG AT's for the rear to be used for sand.
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Originally Posted by Localmotion
why are you thinking 255/85?
04-17-2006, 12:01 PM
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You will need to air way down, the narrower tire combined with MT tread will dig like crazy. But you should still be fine. <head scratching why anyone would live with a less useful tread for their typical driving/wheeling style, faster treadwear, reduced handling, and increased noise 'for the look'.>
<oh wait, most of us do that....>
<oh wait, most of us do that....>
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Originally Posted by Flamedx4
You will need to air way down, the narrower tire combined with MT tread will dig like crazy. But you should still be fine. <head scratching why anyone would live with a less useful tread for their typical driving/wheeling style, faster treadwear, reduced handling, and increased noise 'for the look'.>
<oh wait, most of us do that....>
<oh wait, most of us do that....>
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