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Posted: 10/21/2016 11:44:57 PM EDT
I've got a 2015 Sierra extended cab 4wd.  It's a good daily driver, but the factory tires don't perform well at the farm on weekends.  I'm going to do a leveling kit, remove the front air dam before a rock or rut removes it for me and get some new tires.  What is the official GD recommendation for a good AT tire.

Right now I'm leaning toward the Toyo Open Country AT2 in 285/55/20 on the factory wheels.  They have great reviews online and every shop I've talked to seems to say they're good tires.  I'm hearing about people getting 70-80k on them with 1/2 ton trucks.

Suggestions?  Different tires?  Different wheels and tires in order to actually have some sidewall?  Monster Energy stickers + flat brimmed hat?
Link Posted: 10/21/2016 11:50:57 PM EDT
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Goodyear Wrangler Duratrac. Awesome all-around truck tire.
https://www.goodyear.com/en-US/tires/wrangler-duratrac
Link Posted: 10/21/2016 11:52:25 PM EDT
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These are the factory wheels that I have.  This is the look I'll get with the current plan.



Link Posted: 10/21/2016 11:53:19 PM EDT
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Make sure whatever you get is rated for mall parking blocks.
Link Posted: 10/21/2016 11:53:21 PM EDT
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Don't forget a single 12" bevel cut stack in the bed.
Link Posted: 10/21/2016 11:56:00 PM EDT
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FPNI
Link Posted: 10/21/2016 11:57:14 PM EDT
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General Grabbers treated me well on my Raptor.

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Link Posted: 10/21/2016 11:57:32 PM EDT
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Cooper AT3 work pretty damn good on my Excursion with a 7.3, they should stand up to a 1/2 ton with no issues.  I like them much better than the Toyos on my Dodge.  They are also cheaper and seem to balance better.

http://www.discounttiredirect.com/direct/findTireDetail.do?ra=filterTireProducts.do&fl=&pc=24610&counter=0&ar=55&rd=20&cs=285
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FPWHANIITMTS  (First Post Would Have Nailed It If They Made That Size)

Link Posted: 10/22/2016 12:05:43 AM EDT
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I like the BFG's because they do well on the highway. They're good on loose surfaces but terrible in mud.
Link Posted: 10/22/2016 12:06:29 AM EDT
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I've had a lot of the popular AT tires. BFG AT, Nitto Terra Graplers, Duratracs, Cooper Zeons, maybe some others. Next ones will probably be another set of Toyo Open Country AT2. To me they have been the best all around tires. May try the new Nitto Ridge Grappler or Toyo RT but my truck gets driven all winter an not as much in the summer.
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you aint getting no damn 80k out of any tire no matter what they tell ya.





what kind of farm drivin you doin ?   any mud?  them there AT tires aint worth a darn in mud.  yer gonna have to git you some muddin tires.


Link Posted: 10/22/2016 12:07:25 AM EDT
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I've got a 2015 Sierra extended cab 4wd.  It's a good daily driver, but the factory tires don't perform well at the farm on weekends.  I'm going to do a leveling kit, remove the front air dam before a rock or rut removes it for me and get some new tires.  What is the official GD recommendation for a good AT tire.

Right now I'm leaning toward the Toyo Open Country AT2 in 285/55/20 on the factory wheels.  They have great reviews online and every shop I've talked to seems to say they're good tires.  I'm hearing about people getting 70-80k on them with 1/2 ton trucks.

Suggestions?  Different tires?  Different wheels and tires in order to actually have some sidewall?  Monster Energy stickers + flat brimmed hat?
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The Open Country MT has a pretty agressive grip and works great on my 1 ton at highway speeds

I get about 40k out of them
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FPWHANIITMTS  (First Post Would Have Nailed It If They Made That Size)



This was my first thought, but I think some people have a leveling kit and the Durtracs in a 285/60/20 with no issues
Link Posted: 10/22/2016 12:11:08 AM EDT
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what kind of farm drivin you doin ?   any mud?  them there AT tires aint worth a darn in mud.  yer gonna have to git you some muddin tires.


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Farm road driving- if there's a lot of mud I'll dust off the FJ40
Link Posted: 10/22/2016 12:11:52 AM EDT
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Mickey Thompson ATZ P3. They're light and great all around. Quiet too. I picked up a whole mpg when I switched from Grabber 2s to these. But then again, I lost an mpg when I went from stock BFGs to the Grabbers.

35x12.5x17 btw.

I've had Toyo MTs in the past and hated them. Rode like hell and I didn't get enough mud driving to warrant an MT.
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The only tire I will ever buy again. Love them.
Link Posted: 10/22/2016 12:13:18 AM EDT
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FPWHANIITMTS  (First Post Would Have Nailed It If They Made That Size)


Missed the part where you wanted a low profile race car tire on your "truck"
Link Posted: 10/22/2016 12:13:18 AM EDT
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I've got a 2015 Sierra extended cab 4wd.  It's a good daily driver, but the factory tires don't perform well at the farm on weekends.  I'm going to do a leveling kit, remove the front air dam before a rock or rut removes it for me and get some new tires.  What is the official GD recommendation for a good AT tire.

Right now I'm leaning toward the Toyo Open Country AT2 in 285/55/20 on the factory wheels.  They have great reviews online and every shop I've talked to seems to say they're good tires.  I'm hearing about people getting 70-80k on them with 1/2 ton trucks.

Suggestions?  Different tires?  Different wheels and tires in order to actually have some sidewall?  Monster Energy stickers + flat brimmed hat?
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With Toyo Open countries? 70-80k on those tires? I don't buy it. Not even a half ton. I got less than 35,000 miles out of a set with my dually bro dozer. And only 40,000 miles with set on a gasser one ton utility bed.

If you want those tires, try them out. But excuse me while I laugh if you think you'll get 80,000 miles out of a set.
Link Posted: 10/22/2016 12:13:59 AM EDT
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This was my first thought, but I think some people have a leveling kit and the Durtracs in a 285/60/20 with no issues
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Goodyear Wrangler Duratrac. Awesome all-around truck tire.
https://www.goodyear.com/en-US/tires/wrangler-duratrac


FPNI



FPWHANIITMTS  (First Post Would Have Nailed It If They Made That Size)



This was my first thought, but I think some people have a leveling kit and the Durtracs in a 285/60/20 with no issues


If they fit its probably with stock wheels. Push them out a little and things will be different. I really don't know what fits on a 1500, but my old 3500HD needed a leaving kit to fit the 285/60 20 Duratracs with a +00 wheel. IIRC they are about 33.5 tall.

Not sure what you got for winter there in MO, but have you looked at the Toyo RT or Nitto Ridge Grappler? Haven't had either but the appear to be a cross between an AT and an MT. If mine weren't mostly a winter/work truck they would get a good look.
Link Posted: 10/22/2016 12:14:50 AM EDT
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On my third set of duratracs on my f250.

I like them.
Link Posted: 10/22/2016 12:18:14 AM EDT
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Hankook dynapro ATM's on my 3500 right now... They have been awesome. Have about 50k on them and it's about time for new tires.


Going with the new Nitto Ridge Grapplers next.
Link Posted: 10/22/2016 12:19:26 AM EDT
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Wrangler Duratracs.
Link Posted: 10/22/2016 12:27:04 AM EDT
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you aint getting no damn 80k out of any tire no matter what they tell ya.
what kind of farm drivin you doin ?   any mud?  them there AT tires aint worth a darn in mud.  yer gonna have to git you some muddin tires.









Farm road driving- if there's a lot of mud I'll dust off the FJ40
one of them new fandangled fj40's or a real one?



 
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Cooper AT3 work pretty damn good on my Excursion with a 7.3, they should stand up to a 1/2 ton with no issues.  I like them much better than the Toyos on my Dodge.  They are also cheaper and seem to balance better.



http://www.discounttiredirect.com/direct/findTireDetail.do?ra=filterTireProducts.do&fl=&pc=24610&counter=0&ar=55&rd=20&cs=285
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My vote.
Link Posted: 10/22/2016 12:39:12 AM EDT
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Why in these threads  does Falken never get mentioned? The wild peak at3 looks like a similar tire to the coopers and toyos all terrain.  
I'm considering the Falkens for my f250 gas engine truck that is only off road probably 10-15% of the time, but the lack of input is not a confidence builder.
Link Posted: 10/22/2016 12:46:40 AM EDT
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Missed the part where you wanted a low profile race car tire on your "truck"
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FPWHANIITMTS  (First Post Would Have Nailed It If They Made That Size)


Missed the part where you wanted a low profile race car tire on your "truck"


You also missed the part where I didn't start the thread.  

My trucks all burn diesel, have solid front axles, and have 315/70/17's on them.  Hell, even my family/toy hauler Excursion is a 7.3 diesel 4x4 with 315's on it.  
Link Posted: 10/22/2016 12:55:08 AM EDT
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I've got a 2015 Sierra extended cab 4wd.  It's a good daily driver, but the factory tires don't perform well at the farm on weekends.  I'm going to do a leveling kit, remove the front air dam before a rock or rut removes it for me and get some new tires.  What is the official GD recommendation for a good AT tire.

Right now I'm leaning toward the Toyo Open Country AT2 in 285/55/20 on the factory wheels.  They have great reviews online and every shop I've talked to seems to say they're good tires.  I'm hearing about people getting 70-80k on them with 1/2 ton trucks.

Suggestions?  Different tires?  Different wheels and tires in order to actually have some sidewall?  Monster Energy stickers + flat brimmed hat?
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My brother and I both put BFG K02's on our trucks and love them.  I've used them in CO, Moab, and in the snow.  They ride great and last.  We bought them through Costco.
Link Posted: 10/22/2016 12:58:07 AM EDT
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I really like my Cooper Discoverer S/T MAXX tires.
Link Posted: 10/22/2016 1:05:53 AM EDT
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Either the toyo OC's or Nitto Trail Grapplers.  Same company.  Same wear.  I had 60K on my Grapplers GMC Sierra and sold them with close to 50% still on them for a buck fifty apiece!  Then got a new set!


Link Posted: 10/22/2016 1:13:10 AM EDT
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My next set will be Cooper ATW's. They're supposed to be great on ice and or wet roads.

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Link Posted: 10/22/2016 1:13:51 AM EDT
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I have heard nothing but good things about the Duratrac. I, personally went with the Cooper AT/3. Like it so far, but not enough miles into it to give a fair assessment. I bought the AT/3 based on feedback versus the Duratrac. Make sure you get the correct load rating for your application.
Link Posted: 10/22/2016 1:24:29 AM EDT
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Tahoe is riding well on some 10 ply Nokian Rotiiva All Terrains, 275-65R20
Link Posted: 10/22/2016 1:27:09 AM EDT
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I have 275/70/18 BF Goodrich AT/KOs on my F150.  Largest tires I could put on the factory wheels without needing a leveling kit, been very pleased with them.
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Why in these threads  does Falken never get mentioned? The wild peak at3 looks like a similar tire to the coopers and toyos all terrain.  
I'm considering the Falkens for my f250 gas engine truck that is only off road probably 10-15% of the time, but the lack of input is not a confidence builder.
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One of the guys from Carli runs them on his truck. They put things to the test thats for sure!
Link Posted: 10/22/2016 1:38:06 AM EDT
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You only farm on the weekends? how's that work?

Nitro Terra grappler g2 are the best tires out
Link Posted: 10/22/2016 1:57:28 AM EDT
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This was my first thought, but I think some people have a leveling kit and the Durtracs in a 285/60/20 with no issues
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FPNI



FPWHANIITMTS  (First Post Would Have Nailed It If They Made That Size)



This was my first thought, but I think some people have a leveling kit and the Durtracs in a 285/60/20 with no issues

They shouldn't.

The 285/60/20 adds about 1" total diameter. That is 1/2" to the radius and lift over the 285/55/20.
Link Posted: 10/22/2016 2:03:53 AM EDT
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And about 2" taller than stock. I'd be surprised if you could fit a 33.5" tire on a stock half ton chevy.
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The 285/55/20 Toyo OC  AT2 he wants is listed as 32.5" by Toyo. GY says the 285/60/20  Duratrac is 33.5".
So in reality, one inch bigger.

( Off topic: Duratracs, like most of the bigger tires, usually run on the small size compared to the theoretical size..
Just like every fucking BFG 35" is actually about 33.5" , but still priced like a 35"   )
Link Posted: 10/22/2016 2:21:03 AM EDT
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BFG A/T KO2



Quiet on the road, great in the rain, worked well for me on muddy trails, in snow, and on ice.
Link Posted: 10/22/2016 2:27:25 AM EDT
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Toyo Open Country R/T

A cross between the all terrain and mud terrains. Nice aggressive tread without the horrible road noise you get with the m/t and longer tread life.
Link Posted: 10/22/2016 6:27:19 AM EDT
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you aint getting no damn 80k out of any tire no matter what they tell ya.





what kind of farm drivin you doin ?   any mud?  them there AT tires aint worth a darn in mud.  yer gonna have to git you some muddin tires.




Farm road driving- if there's a lot of mud I'll dust off the FJ40
one of them new fandangled fj40's or a real one?
 


A real one.  1967
Link Posted: 10/22/2016 6:32:14 AM EDT
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The actual farming is done by someone who cash rents.  I hunt, trim brush, and generally dick around.
Link Posted: 10/22/2016 6:38:03 AM EDT
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FPNI

Had them on my last truck:


Came factory on my new one:
Link Posted: 10/22/2016 6:41:54 AM EDT
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Goodyear Wrangler Duratrac. Awesome all-around truck tire.
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FPNI

Had them on my last truck:
http://i557.photobucket.com/albums/ss11/armedpete/1E30753B-02F3-4194-B9F1-3476E1466ABE.jpg

Came factory on my new one:
http://i557.photobucket.com/albums/ss11/armedpete/46BC3063-244C-408B-A69C-D7BF4BFD334D.jpg



Size?  Nice truck btw...
Link Posted: 10/22/2016 6:46:11 AM EDT
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you aint getting no damn 80k out of any tire no matter what they tell ya.





what kind of farm drivin you doin ?   any mud?  them there AT tires aint worth a darn in mud.  yer gonna have to git you some muddin tires.


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Have just broke 80k on my 2nd set of BFG 265/70-17Es on a diesel crew cab. But they are DONE.
Link Posted: 10/22/2016 6:50:03 AM EDT
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Bro, I doze.


Be a bro.


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Size?  Nice truck btw...
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FPNI

Had them on my last truck:
http://i557.photobucket.com/albums/ss11/armedpete/1E30753B-02F3-4194-B9F1-3476E1466ABE.jpg

Came factory on my new one:
http://i557.photobucket.com/albums/ss11/armedpete/46BC3063-244C-408B-A69C-D7BF4BFD334D.jpg



Size?  Nice truck btw...


Thanks.

The 2009 had a leveling kit and 285/70/17
The 2016 has 18" factory wheels which come with 265s
After I drive these tires off I may level this one and put 285s on again.
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