Multipass is right, to me at least, as my 265/60R18's do rub a little bit on the inside passenger front tire. My Black Rhinos are 18x8 with 30mm off set.
I'm not entirely sure if the same tires on Ridgeline wheels will rub or not.
Anyway, next time I purchase tires, I'll be going with the same Continental TerrainContact A/T tires, but with the 1245/60R18 tire size.
All the way back down to 245s ey? I'd say on those continentals you'd be fine with 255 and a little extra offset. But you know...thats just my "opinion."
Finally posting my new wheels/tires, I’ve had them on 3-4 weeks now and have no complaints, mileage actually went up slightly, road noise is very little and tolerable, snow performance will be great from past usage of these tires and the aggressive look doesn’t hurt.
Finally posting my new wheels/tires, I’ve had them on 3-4 weeks now and have no complaints, mileage actually went up slightly, road noise is very little and tolerable, snow performance will be great from past usage of these tires and the aggressive look doesn’t hurt.
Quick pic of the new shoes. 255/60/18 Nitto Terragrapplers on powdercoated bronze Ridgelines. Dipped center caps black and got some rubber caps for the lugs. I’m very impressed with these tires on and off road. No rubbing so far. Bronze looks awesome on a black car. I wanted something more unique than black on black.
Quick pic of the new shoes. 255/60/18 Nitto Terragrapplers on powdercoated bronze Ridgelines. Dipped center caps black and got some rubber caps for the lugs. I’m very impressed with these tires on and off road. No rubbing so far. Bronze looks awesome on a black car. I wanted something more unique than black on black. View attachment 11122
Have to agree with the black wheels, I seen a sneak peek photo of the 2022 Tacoma and it looks like on of their models will be coming with bronze wheels, like the new ridge line.
As much as I hate to say it I think bronze is the new black.
So looking at getting little more off road oriented tires on stock rims, sounds like Conti TerrainContact A/T or the Falken Wildpeak A/T Trail would get me that mostly on-road with better "Softroading" like typical forest service access roads, etc. Not too concerned about winter traction as plan to get dedicated winter tires. Thoughts, other options without going full off-road?
So looking at getting little more off road oriented tires on stock rims, sounds like Conti TerrainContact A/T or the Falken Wildpeak A/T Trail would get me that mostly on-road with better "Softroading" like typical forest service access roads, etc. Not too concerned about winter traction as plan to get dedicated winter tires. Thoughts, other options without going full off-road?
many here love the Toyo Open Country tires. I have them in 255-50/20 on my stock rims also.
Added plus is they are winter rated! No need for a second set of winter tires.
'Just finished working my way through this thread...very helpful and lots of food for thought! An EX-L or Touring is in our near future, and I'm deciding on an alternative to the OEM Contis which I don't believe are a good choice for my driving needs. I'm inclined to stay with the stock 20" wheels for now and decide later whether the issues some experience with those are enough to justify switching to 17 or 18" wheels and the tire options those open up. If I've understood this thread correctly, something in 265/50/R20 size would be the safe bet if sticking with the stock rims?
About half the driving of this PP will be pavement, the other half a mix of rural/rocky gravel roads with marginal upkeep, and off-road 2-tracks with sandy/silty soil. We definitely have a snow season, and when it accumulates, it's usually a mix of wet/heavy snow and the muddy/sandy soil/gravel underneath. This mis definitely cakes up around tires, so good advice from those of you cautioning to account for enough space around the tire to not get too caked up in there. Most of the rural roads are sandy/silty and fairly "liquid" when wet/snowed up; a few are the clay-dominant "gumbo" variety where things really get sticky. Bottom-line we definitely want a snowflake/severe snow rated tire, but also one that is decent the rest of the year.
During the dry/summer season, the biggest traction/control issue is the dry gravel roads where it's easy to slide a bit or get pulled into the ruts of larger vehicles, particularly with inclines/declines/twists of our minimal maintenance rural roads.
Anything that is comparatively more puncture-resistant would also be great--eventually might be a reason to go the 17/18" route to be able to run a higher ply/load-rated tire. In our rural areas there are always a few "surprises" in the roads/2-tracks, from barbed wire pieces to roofing nails to rebar in old concrete, etc., so anything that limit the damage of these would be a benefit.
Some earlier posts called out Cooper Discoverer AT3 4S, Nitto Grapper or Terra, Michelin Defender LTX, Michelin Pilot Sport and recently Toyo Open Country.
Any experiences/opinions on any of these--or others available in 265/50/R20--that you think would be the best "fit" for my driving needs/conditions?
Hey thanks--those definitely look good on there. I'm a little concerned about snow/slush/ice/mud buildup in there during our spring "wet" season on our rural roads. Have you had a chance to do much snow driving in these?
Hey thanks--those definitely look good on there. I'm a little concerned about snow/slush/ice/mud buildup in there during our spring "wet" season on our rural roads. Have you had a chance to do much snow driving in these?
If you measure the distance between the ground and the bottom of 20" wheels, I think it is less than 3".
So you have a mere 3" (or less) of compressed air between you and anything in the road.
With 17/18" wheels, this number increases dramatically, and it is easy to get 5-6" of "air" between the road and your wheels.
More "air" typically means more cushion, less transmission of bumps and pot holes and so on...
The lower profile tires do typically handle better in corners, but I take corners very aggressively with my 18" AT tires and they grip and hug through corners just fine!
I would not waste my money on trying different 20" tires on the OEM wheels. I am happy with my decision (to swap) and would do it again in a second...
Hey thanks--very helpful! So any recommendations for specific tires models and sizes for the driving conditions I've described in my post if I went the 17/18" route?
If you measure the distance between the ground and the bottom of 20" wheels, I think it is less than 3".
So you have a mere 3" (or less) of compressed air between you and anything in the road.
With 17/18" wheels, this number increases dramatically, and it is easy to get 5-6" of "air" between the road and your wheels.
More "air" typically means more cushion, less transmission of bumps and pot holes and so on...
The lower profile tires do typically handle better in corners, but I take corners very aggressively with my 18" AT tires and they grip and hug through corners just fine!
I would not waste my money on trying different 20" tires on the OEM wheels. I am happy with my decision (to swap) and would do it again in a second...
Went with these on my FWD. Just became available on Tire Rack recently. Widest Tread on the road I could find. These tires actually have rim protection built-in. Wider being a 275. Seem to ride fine so far in short drives. Taking about a 2 hour drive Tommorow across different highways so I will have a better idea of noise. General is owned by Continental and they offer a 45 day test run on these tires. If I am not happy, Tire Rack will cover shipping back to them as well as give you all of your money back if you purchase a replacement set of Generals or Continentals. Only out installation money if I dislike.
