Goin' Big... (?) - Ford Explorer Ranger Enthusiasts "Serious Explorations"®

Jambo · 08-19-1999, 08:55 AM

I realize that going to a 31" tire is not really "big" for some of you guys. But I am looking to go as big as I can under a stock '96 XLT 4x4. I have the stock 15" aluminum wheels, and running boards. There is no lift at all on this truck. So once again, is there anyone with the exact same setup as I have who has put 31x10.5s under their explorer?

Also, the BFG KOs are getting a good reputation here. I am just wondering about their cost relative to other tires.

Anyone know of a web site with more info on these BFG tires? I had problems with the BFG site.

Thanks muchly

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Jordan714 · 08-19-1999, 10:57 AM

Hello,

I have a 1998 XLT and have 31x10.5x15 Savero Swampers on. I love them and they look awesome! Everyone here and pretty much anywhere you go love the BFG 31's more then life itself but I didnt like their look. They have a more boxie tire tread pattern and the Savero's have the old Super Swamper more rounded look to them. They fit just fine with no rubbing. I went ahead and raised the front torsions about 2 inches worth and now it looks tight!

Good luck!

**Ray Lobato** · 08-19-1999, 09:36 PM

Hi Jambo,

Seeing is believing. This is my 97XLT with stock suspension, and these ARE 31X10.5 R25 BFG A/T's on stock rims.
http://www.4x4central.com/hhills1.jpg

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Happy Wheelin'
Ray L.
97 XLT 4X4 4.0L SOHC

Jambo · 08-20-1999, 08:30 AM

Thanks for the information. I now feel comfortable that I can fit these tires under my truck.

Anyone have a pricing comparison?

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Jordan714 · 08-20-1999, 12:24 PM

When I was looking for 31's I found the following price comparisons.

BFG AT = $95 each
Savero Swamper = $70 each
Yokohama = $85 each
Goodyear AT = $90 each

I choose the Savero's for price but mainly for looks! I like the swamper look.

Jordan

Paul Gagnon · 08-20-1999, 07:46 PM

Jordan,

Please tell me what in the world is a Savero Swamper. Do you have a picture?

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Paul Gagnon
"No Brain, No Pain"
www.geocities.com/baja/canyon/8253

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08-19-1999, 08:55 AM	#1
Jambo Wannabe Elite Explorer Join Date: Jul 1999 Posts: 62 Vehicle Specs	I realize that going to a 31" tire is not really "big" for some of you guys. But I am looking to go as big as I can under a stock '96 XLT 4x4. I have the stock 15" aluminum wheels, and running boards. There is no lift at all on this truck. So once again, is there anyone with the exact same setup as I have who has put 31x10.5s under their explorer? Also, the BFG KOs are getting a good reputation here. I am just wondering about their cost relative to other tires. Anyone know of a web site with more info on these BFG tires? I had problems with the BFG site. Thanks muchly ------------------

08-19-1999, 10:57 AM	#2
Jordan714 Wannabe Elite Explorer Join Date: May 1999 Posts: 117 Vehicle Specs	Hello, I have a 1998 XLT and have 31x10.5x15 Savero Swampers on. I love them and they look awesome! Everyone here and pretty much anywhere you go love the BFG 31's more then life itself but I didnt like their look. They have a more boxie tire tread pattern and the Savero's have the old Super Swamper more rounded look to them. They fit just fine with no rubbing. I went ahead and raised the front torsions about 2 inches worth and now it looks tight! Good luck!

08-19-1999, 09:36 PM	#3
Ray Lobato Moderator Los Banos CA 97 XLT Join Date: Feb 1999 Posts: 4,472 Vehicle Specs	Hi Jambo, Seeing is believing. This is my 97XLT with stock suspension, and these ARE 31X10.5 R25 BFG A/T's on stock rims. http://www.4x4central.com/hhills1.jpg ------------------ Happy Wheelin' Ray L. 97 XLT 4X4 4.0L SOHC

08-20-1999, 08:30 AM	#4
Jambo Wannabe Elite Explorer Join Date: Jul 1999 Posts: 62 Vehicle Specs	Thanks for the information. I now feel comfortable that I can fit these tires under my truck. Anyone have a pricing comparison? ------------------

08-20-1999, 12:24 PM	#5
Jordan714 Wannabe Elite Explorer Join Date: May 1999 Posts: 117 Vehicle Specs	When I was looking for 31's I found the following price comparisons. BFG AT = $95 each Savero Swamper = $70 each Yokohama = $85 each Goodyear AT = $90 each I choose the Savero's for price but mainly for looks! I like the swamper look. Jordan

08-20-1999, 07:46 PM	#6
Paul Gagnon Poseur SUV Sherwood Park, Alberta eh? 1992 XLT Join Date: Feb 1999 Posts: 2,393 Vehicle Specs	Jordan, Please tell me what in the world is a Savero Swamper. Do you have a picture? ------------------ Paul Gagnon "No Brain, No Pain" www.geocities.com/baja/canyon/8253