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-   -   265/65/18 tires (https://www.clublexus.com/forums/gx-2nd-gen-2010-2023/911358-265-65-18-tires.html)

Madtiger 02-11-19 07:05 AM
265/65/18 tires
 
I have no plan on getting anything bigger than this size. Quick questions:

1. Does it rub at extreme steering angles? And when fully compress?

2. Does it fit under in the spare tire area?

I understand that it will slightly affect the speedometer and mileage.

CobraSpdRH 02-11-19 07:25 AM
I can tell you it doesn't rub at all, at least for my 265/65/18 Nitto Terra Grapplers.

I didn't replace the spare so can't comment on that.

GoHuskers 02-11-19 07:41 AM
Originally Posted by CobraSpdRH (Post 10436669)
I can tell you it doesn't rub at all, at least for my 265/65/18 Nitto Terra Grapplers.

I didn't replace the spare so can't comment on that.
I also have 265.65.18 Defender LTX and it fits perfec, no rubbing whatsoever. I didn't replace the spare so I can comment.
https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.clu...cacfb43003.jpg

ASE 02-11-19 07:49 AM
Originally Posted by GoHuskers (Post 10436684)
I also have 265.65.18 Defender LTX and it fits perfec, no rubbing whatsoever. I didn't replace the spare so I can comment.
+1 on the Michelin’s ... fills out the wheel well perfectly with absolutely no rubbing. Did not replace spare ... figured spare would only be used for short distance where air-down would address any issues if absolutely necessary ... we’re only talking a 1/2” difference.

Madtiger 02-11-19 08:37 AM
I want to replace spare because difference in diameter may be problematic for VSC......and if you’re off-roading and have CRAWL, then that can really screw up CRAWL i think.

Airpirate 02-12-19 05:14 AM
Originally Posted by Madtiger (Post 10436645)
I have no plan on getting anything bigger than this size. Quick questions:

1. Does it rub at extreme steering angles? And when fully compress?

2. Does it fit under in the spare tire area?

I understand that it will slightly affect the speedometer and mileage.
My KO2's in that size don't rub. My guess is that these would fit in the spare location, but I can't confirm.
https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.clu...be2e30a296.jpg

Madtiger 02-12-19 06:11 AM
Originally Posted by Airpirate (Post 10437638)
My KO2's in that size don't rub. My guess is that these would fit in the spare location, but I can't confirm.
https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.clu...be2e30a296.jpg
Very nice looking!! I would love KO2 but i am afraid of its Load Range E...and 51 lbs per tire. How’s the ride compare to stock? Gas mileage?

Madtiger 02-12-19 06:16 AM
Anyone have Continental TerrainContact AT?? I know that these are “mild” AT tires but from TireRack reviews, they are excellent dual purpose tires. I spend most of my time on-road/highway.

MCDavis 02-12-19 06:49 AM
Originally Posted by Madtiger (Post 10437696)
Anyone have Continental TerrainContact AT?? I know that these are “mild” AT tires but from TireRack reviews, they are excellent dual purpose tires. I spend most of my time on-road/highway.
No experience with that specific tire, but I've not been overly impressed with the Conti's I've had on other vehicles...usually the OEM offering.

The best highway tire with some offroad use is hands down the Michelin Defender LTX (previously the LTX M/S2)

Madtiger 02-12-19 06:51 AM
Originally Posted by MCDavis (Post 10437727)
No experience with that specific tire, but I've not been overly impressed with the Conti's I've had on other vehicles...usually the OEM offering.

The best highway tire with some offroad use is hands down the Michelin Defender LTX (previously the LTX M/S2)
Are the Defenders quiet??

GoHuskers 02-12-19 07:03 AM
Originally Posted by Madtiger (Post 10437731)


Are the Defenders quiet??
a little louder than latitude but better in any other categories. Hopefully it will last longer than the 31k miles I got from my Latitude.

Airpirate 02-12-19 07:32 AM
Originally Posted by Madtiger (Post 10437690)


Very nice looking!! I would love KO2 but i am afraid of its Load Range E...and 51 lbs per tire. How’s the ride compare to stock? Gas mileage?
I have carefully documented my mileage, and it is running around 15 in town and 20 at 65mph on the freeway. 19 above 65mph. Therefore, whatever penalty exists with the KO2's must be minimal. These tires are noisier than the stock Pirelli tires, but not by much. I don't mind the tire noise at all, considering the improved look and traction.

MCDavis 02-12-19 08:08 AM
Originally Posted by Madtiger (Post 10437731)
Are the Defenders quiet??
That's one of their pro's...stupidly quiet actually, and they roll forever. Very little rolling resistance for what they are. They shed water like crazy, and since they're so heavily siped they do well in the snow/ice too.

Originally Posted by GoHuskers (Post 10437744)
a little louder than latitude but better in any other categories. Hopefully it will last longer than the 31k miles I got from my Latitude.
I think the Defender is warrantied to 60-70k miles depending on the tire size.

situman 02-12-19 09:22 AM
Originally Posted by MCDavis (Post 10437815)
That's one of their pro's...stupidly quiet actually, and they roll forever. Very little rolling resistance for what they are. They shed water like crazy, and since they're so heavily siped they do well in the snow/ice too.


I think the Defender is warrantied to 60-70k miles depending on the tire size.
They are also heavy too! 40 something pounds each per Tirerack! I may go for the Premier LTX, but apparently they wear terribly.

Madtiger 02-12-19 09:48 AM
Originally Posted by situman (Post 10437907)
They are also heavy too! 40 something pounds each per Tirerack! I may go for the Premier LTX, but apparently they wear terribly.
It’s 38-39 lbs or so. Have you seen BFG KO2??!! They are like 51 lbs! :D. Defenders are lightweight compared to that!


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