Over the weekend I installed the long awaited Compomotives PD 1881(Part number change do to aging molds and slight changes for newer model clearances). I went with the
BFG 265 65 18 T/A KO.
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Tires feel great underneath the vehicle, slight amount of side to side action, but nothing out of the ordinary for a taller tire. I have not taken them off highway yet, looking to do that in the coming weeks.
In normal height mode, there was a small amount of rubbing under full lock left going in reverse on the left front side. No suspension compression. I believe this was talked about already somewhere on here, but I thought it was under full compression. I will try to clarify once I can get some more time with the vehicle. I'm not too worried about it. I haven't done any testing in access mode.
1.detailed tire info including PSI (
Purchased from Discount Tire at $248 each, and had them mount / balance. My brother and I installed on vehicle. Originally, these tires were supposed to be "weekend only" set ups, however, my wife thinks they look great so I'm hoping they stay on permanently. That being said I didn't install sensors, wish I would have. I'm sure I'll be finding myself ordering them in the not so distant future. As for air, I left the tire shop with 45 all the way around. Once installed, I lowered the front down a few pounds, 42 Front, 45 Rear. This will be adjusted as necessary
2. any suspension mods to accommodate new tires Y/N
None
3. Any mods ( not suspension related) in order to accommodate a new tire size
None
4. Spare tire fitment
Haven't tried, yet. Still waiting for final okay from wife,, looking good so far. Most likely will rotate in the 5th wheel after a bit of tire wear, this should give proper clearance without struggling.
5. Performance of the tire in different environment
A. off road
Unknown
- gravel, sand, heavy rocks, lose rocks, etc.
- dry vs. wet terrain
- problems with the tire on trails
B. highway performance
- dry vs. wet traction ( breaking, hydroplaning ???)
Unknown
- noise
Noise will no doubt increase over life of tire, for now I can barely hear them.
- durability,
Unknown
Center caps have been ordered, thanks Finlayforprez for the link.
I'll update once these things get dirty. Thanks to all who keep these threads current. There's so much good information on this site, its unbelievably helpful.
