BFG All Terrain KO's

[slkrrkitkt]

Originally posted by Ken Cooke
Todd,

Could you squeeze 31's on there before you make such a large purchase? You'll have much better traction, and the price won't be too much greater...

How do you know if 31's will fit w/o putting them on first. Would the guys at the tire shop get mad (re: no refunds/ exchanges) if you ask for something that is too big and then want to exchange them?

Will 31x10.5's fit on a 15x7 rim without cupping (correct term?)? The Last set of 31x10.5's I had long ago, on a different truck, had that problem. Kind of defeats the purpose if the outside edges don't even touch the ground.

I am also trying to decide between 30's or the 31's and which will fit w/o any problems.

 

[Ken Cooke]

I know that a simple torsion twist in the front would cure this dilemma. It is free, and just a mild amount of lift would be gained at little or no cost. I'd ask the Explorer guys for some info on how to perform this torsion twist and go from there. A 31" tire will give better ride height and traction than a 30" tire will...

 

[IAmTodd]

Torsion twist is outta the question at this point. As of now, i have rear sag(mono leaf) i can't afford the 4-door leaf pack and shackles. I really don't want to do any trimming(the plastic was put there for a reason ) So i do beleive that only 30s will fit w/no lift at this point. Next set i'll be getting 31s u can count on that!

 

[IAmTodd]

And how will a 31 give better traction than a 30 besides it being wider!?

 

[Ken Cooke]

It'll be a little larger in diameter and also a bit heavier to counteract wheelspin. It can be aired down a little more as well to help with flotation which helps bigtime in traction as well...

 

[IAmTodd]

never thought of that! As of right now, I'm just gonna go w/the 30s and upgrade later. I'm not into the offroading stuff just yet. But i will be