About to Get BFG AT's: Question

[franklin]

Been waiting for this moment. My OEM Goodyear's are finally wearing out-after 20K miles. Been eyeing the BFG AT's all the while-I will be getting them mounted next week at one of the more reputable tire places nearby. The sales guy was very helpful although he did bring up some ??'s regarding a slightly larger tire. Not that this will stop me-but I figured I'd ask folks out there anyway:

For folks who have the 265/65 18's, did you have to do anything to re-calibrate air suspension due to increased diameter?
Is there any need to re-program other systems, ABS, Trans, etc?

Any info appreciated!

 

[davez26]

No changes needed. They will rub the bump @ the front of the rear wheel well opeinings under full compression off-road, and sometimes in a really hard curve @ low speeds. The tires just rub the plastc.
There is nothing to recalibrate for ABS or ETC, they both rely on a comparison of wheel speeds to each other to operate.
You will notice a little power drop off, and a little heavier brake for the first week or so, until you get used to it. I've never realy noticed a difference in shifting, and that may be because I've compensated for power by pushing the go pedal a little more.
I have no regrets w/ these tires. I use my car for work and play, and they let me do whatever I want.
There are some threads, but this pretty much sums it up.

 

[franklin]

Thanks-Appreciate the info. I have had these tires on my Defender and on a Ford Explorer. They are great for just about every driving situation and never seem to wear out. Looking forward to the change!

 

[nwoods]

They are awesome tires. You won't have any regrets fitting them on.
However, for other options, I made a list:

http://blog.nextstepdesigns.com/?p=46

 

[franklin]

Thanks for the list-you'll be glad to know that I used your info for reference when ordering. They go on the truck today-can't wait-