[Steve-O]

I like the factory 18” machine finished alloys with the pewter gray inserts but looking to upgrade the 245/60R18 Firestones that came with them.

I am thinking about switching up to a set of one of the following as I like the looks of them.

Cooper - DISCOVERER AT3 4S - SIZE: 265/60R18 - Total diameter of 30.6”

B. F. Goodrich - ALL-TERRAIN T/A KO2 - SIZE: LT265/60R18 - Total diameter of 30.5”

B. F. Goodrich - TRAIL-TERRAIN T/A - SIZE: 265/60R18 - Total diameter of 30.5”

I have read where 30.6” diameter tires can sometimes rub at full turn but have not read anything about 30.5” doing so.

90% of the time will be on the road with the balance being very limited off roading but do like the aggressive look

I am not seeing very many reviews on the TRAIL-TERRAIN T/A’s and wondering if anyone has a set and how they like them.

I am open to other ideas if we stay with the same set of wheels.

Thoughts?

 

[PPpilot]

Very happy so far with my Toyo Open Country AT3 265/60R18s. Only noticed a very slight bit of rub in full lock revers, which never happens in (my) normal driving.

❮ ❯

 

[stevenD]

Very happy so far with my Toyo Open Country AT3 265/60R18s. Only noticed a very slight bit of rub in full lock revers, which never happens in (my) normal driving.

Is your rubbing on both sides or just one side? Mine only rubs on the Passenger side...

 

[PPpilot]

I believe it rubs both sides, IIRC. Sorry, it's been a while since I tested it (and as I said, I rarely ever need to hit full lock). I'll check next time I'm out.

 

[PPpilot]

OK just checked it - doesn't rub either direction any more (on level ground). I think the last time I heard it was backing out of the driveway (full lock) and it only rubbed as the a-arms flexed over the curb?

 

[Steve-O]

Talked with my local tire guy today about switching out the factory Firestone 245/60R18’s, to a set of B.F. Goodrich Trail Terrain T/As in 265/60R18.

He says he is selling a lot of the B.F. Goodrich Trail Terrain T/As with good results, but thinks I am getting ready to make a mistake by going up two sizes on a factory rim.

He is saying one is fine, but not sure about two sizes.

I told him that I have been doing a lot of reading and that guys are doing it and don’t seem to have a lot of issues in the process.

I have been a customer of his now for over 30 years and respect what is telling me, as he has never steered me wrong.

He said that he would give me $300 trade for my tires with approx. 500 miles on them towards anything I want.

I think a set of 265/60R18 B.F. Goodrich Trail Terrain T/As would look awesome, but also not interested in making a mistake either.

Any help is appreciated in making my decision.

Currently confused in saturated St. Louis.

 

[JLH]

I personally wouldn't go up 2 sizes. I'm actually thinking about going from the 265/45R20 Contis to the 265/50R20 Michelin Defenders. That said, it's too bad BFG doesn't offer a 255/60R18. I would probably consider going to the 255/55R18 BFG Trail Terrain.

 

[kslu_wa]

I highly recommend Cooper Discoverer tires. You get the aggressive look and the tire is awesome in so many ways: light, quiet, fantastic in heavy rain (I live in Seattle area), snow and dirt. Also, you don't need to get 265 width if you don't intend to do serious offroading. Going this wide will make tires very heavy which will impact braking, mpgs, extra wear on your suspension. 245s look just as aggressive.

I also recommend Falken Wildpeaks at3w but they are heavier, noisier and more aggressive-looking.

If you hesitate about rubbing, don't do it. Go smaller 245 or 255s or you will regret it every time the tire rubs during tight turns.

 

[stevenD]

Unfortunately, there is NO "one-size-fits-all" tire out there...

I highly recommend you getting the best performing tire for the types of driving you intend to do AND based on your geographical area.

And Not:
1) What looks cool
2) Has a great price
3) Is highly recommended by someone who lives in a different climate/terrain

The type of tire needed in Canada or Michigan is completely different than the tire used in Southern California, Texas, or Arizona..!

Need to consider the road condtions for your driving, including, but not limited to: snow, ice, heat/cold, rain, dirt, mud, highway, etc...

 

[Steve-O]

All very good input and greatly appreciated.

Going to do some more research.

Thanks!!!

 

[Steve-O]

After much appreciated input and doing some more research, I have narrowed down my current selection to one of these 3 tires but am still open to suggestions.

B. F. Goodrich TRAIL-TERRAIN T/A - SIZE: 245/60R18

Falken WILDPEAK A/T TRAIL - SIZE: 245/60R18

Hankook DYNAPRO AT2 XTREME - SIZE: 255/60R18

I should not have to worry about any rubbing with these 3 tires.

Unfortunately, I can’t find any Cooper Discoverer AT3 4S tires for this application.

I had a set on my 2008 Pilot and loved them as they did have the aggressive look and were also quiet.

I am leaning very hard towards the B. F. Goodrich TRAIL-TERRAIN T/A’s as they should allow a quiet with an aggressive look and I won’t have to worry about tearing up my new Passport with tire rubbing issues.

 

[jgusman4536]

After much appreciated input and doing some more research, I have narrowed down my current selection to one of these 3 tires but am still open to suggestions.

B. F. Goodrich TRAIL-TERRAIN T/A - SIZE: 245/60R18

Falken WILDPEAK A/T TRAIL - SIZE: 245/60R18

Hankook DYNAPRO AT2 XTREME - SIZE: 255/60R18

I should not have to worry about any rubbing with these 3 tires.

Unfortunately, I can’t find any Cooper Discoverer AT3 4S tires for this application.

I had a set on my 2008 Pilot and loved them as they did have the aggressive look and were also quiet.

I am leaning very hard towards the B. F. Goodrich TRAIL-TERRAIN T/A’s as they should allow a quiet with an aggressive look and I won’t have to worry about tearing up my new Passport with tire rubbing issues.

Have you looked into the Toyo Open Country A/T III? The only negative comment I read is you have to rotate your tires every 5K to prevent cupping. I'm not sure if that's accurate though.