AT tires for 2015+ to replace 20" Conti's...Recommendations?

[cardude2000]

Looking for something beefier than the continentals on it today and I'd like something 'bigger'...I put winters on so I'm looking for something good on dirt roads, light off roading but also rainy highways...The latter seems to be the Achilles of these beefy tires.

Anyway, How big can the sidewall get before I run into rubbing issues? I think stock are 55? Thanks

 

[Weber Dude]

I just installed the conti terrain contact a/ATs to replace the stock conti’s and really like them and how they made the Yukon look a little tougher. I was looking to go bigger with a different A/T but decided to go stock size. They are definitely worth checking out if you want to go stock size.

 

[cardude2000]

I just installed the conti terrain contact a/ATs to replace the stock conti’s and really like them and how they made the Yukon look a little tougher. I was looking to go bigger with a different A/T but decided to go stock size. They are definitely worth checking out if you want to go stock size. View attachment 197646View attachment 197647View attachment 197648

Thanks. Looks good. Why didn’t you go bigger with the Conti? What was the other one you were considering?

 

[swathdiver]

BFG KO2s

 

[cardude2000]

BFG KO2s

whats the biggest sidewall size you
Can get without running into rubbing issues?

 

[Kpwweb]

Cooper LTZs

 

[swathdiver]

whats the biggest sidewall size you
Can get without running into rubbing issues?

IDK, stayed with stock size. BFG offers the 20" wheel KO2 in eight sizes, these four should work but recommend you verify:

275-55-20 LR D 31.8"
285-55-20 LR D 32.3"
305-55-20 LR E 33.2"
275-60-20 LR D 32.9"

 

[Weber Dude]

I was originally set on a LT285/55r20. I like the cooper ATPs I have on my Silverado but there was nothing that would work. Then I was looking at the KO2s, cooper LTZ and many others. I suffer from analysis paralysis and can research to death and not buy anything. I finally came across the new Continental’s but they didn’t have the size I was looking for. After further research of different tires I came back to these and decided on these without ever seeing the tire I person. Now I had to choose between the 275/60R20 or stock 275/55r20. Since this rig is a daily driver and a frequent long trip vehicle I decided to go stock size. I ordered the tires at America’s Tire and when they arrived I had them installed without seeing what they looked like. When I went to pick it up and saw it in the parking lot, I was very pleased at the look of these tires. It really changed the look of the Yukon. My pics don’t do these tire justice.

 

[swathdiver]

Check this Suburban out Cardude2000: http://www.tahoeyukonforum.com/threads/2016-suburban-ltz-issues-after-leveling-kit.103413/ @CCaraway

 

[tmarzetta]

I recommend the 33x12.5R22 Nitto Ridge Grapplers (JennaBear inspired me). I just replaced my 20 inch Continentals that I did not like whatsoever (too soft, bouncy l, and were worn by 28,000 Miles). Anyhow, time will tell on the wear, but they have a much better tread rating and have great reviews. So far, smooth and real quiet.

 

[Dlayne]

Had a set of 275/60/20’s for my winter tires on my ‘07 and ‘17. Pretty tight and that is with a front level kit on both. The tires were studded so regular tires should be fine. Both also had retractable running boards. That is where it was close.

@tmarzetta You keep posting that tire set-up and I am sending you the bill

 

[tmarzetta]

Had a set of 275/60/20’s for my winter tires on my ‘07 and ‘17. Pretty tight and that is with a front level kit on both. The tires were studded so regular tires should be fine. Both also had retractable running boards. That is where it was close.

@tmarzetta You keep posting that tire set-up and I am sending you the bill

LMAO

 

[DenaliBQ]

Had a set of 275/60/20’s for my winter tires on my ‘07 and ‘17. Pretty tight and that is with a front level kit on both. The tires were studded so regular tires should be fine. Both also had retractable running boards. That is where it was close.

@tmarzetta You keep posting that tire set-up and I am sending you the bill

do you have pictures i would like to see

 

[Dlayne]

do you have pictures i would like to see

I have a few but they are on my device at home. I will post them this evening (pacific time).

 

[Dlayne]

Here are a couple of the ‘17 and the ‘07. Sorry, this is all I had and the summer tires are back on.

 

[cardude2000]

Here are a couple of the ‘17 and the ‘07. Sorry, this is all I had and the summer tires are back on.



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Looks nice. Would love to see a shot of the ‘17 straight on the side to see how close it gets to the step. I have mudflaps so that’s a concern. Thanks!!!

 

[Dlayne]

Looks nice. Would love to see a shot of the ‘17 straight on the side to see how close it gets to the step. I have mudflaps so that’s a concern. Thanks!!!

Unfortunately, I had to replace the tires this winter and the studless I went with only came in the 275/55/20 otherwise, I would throw one on for a pic. I like the look of the bigger tire. I can tell you that it was close (1/4”) or less from the inner most part of the step. The radius is 16.5” vs. 16.0” plus I had another 1/8” for the studs. The steps are recessed about 6” into the wheel well so your mud flaps might be of a concern if the go back further.

A good test might be to see what your tightest clearance is and if it is more than 1/2” you should be good. Double check manufacturer details of the tire though.

Do you have mud flaps with retractable steps? If so I would be very interested in what flaps you found to work and a pic. I haven’t found any that work. Just 3M’d the whole damn lower rocker panels. They cinder the roads in winter here. Hell on vehicles.

Hope that helps some.

 

[cardude2000]

Unfortunately, I had to replace the tires this winter and the studless I went with only came in the 275/55/20 otherwise, I would throw one on for a pic. I like the look of the bigger tire. I can tell you that it was close (1/4”) or less from the inner most part of the step. The radius is 16.5” vs. 16.0” plus I had another 1/8” for the studs. The steps are recessed about 6” into the wheel well so your mud flaps might be of a concern if the go back further.

A good test might be to see what your tightest clearance is and if it is more than 1/2” you should be good. Double check manufacturer details of the tire though.

Do you have mud flaps with retractable steps? If so I would be very interested in what flaps you found to work and a pic. I haven’t found any that work. Just 3M’d the whole damn lower rocker panels. They cinder the roads in winter here. Hell on vehicles.

Hope that helps some.

Thanks. I’ll have to check. Here are the flaps.

Husky Liners 58201 Black Custom Front Mud Guard https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00MFSR6Q6?ref=yo_pop_ma_swf

I also have Xpel ultimate on lower panels and front quarter panels.