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New set of tires for Fortuner 4.0
Posted: Mon Oct 07, 2013 8:46 am
by RaZe
Hi Guys,
I am looking for a new set of rubbers for my 2012 model fortuner 4.0.
Currently i am having the company stocks(bridgestone AT duller 265/65 R16) and it has done well in the sand and now worn out.
i wanted to put bigger tires(BFG AT KO 275/75/R16) but have some doubt wether this tyre wold fit into my existing 16" RIms
please suggest some good tires suited for my car .Please help me make my decision.
Posted: Mon Oct 07, 2013 3:35 pm
by Abu Jimmy
If this car is your daily use car , then the BFs will not be convenient on the road although they are great for off-road ( noisy and have less traction on tarmac ) . the best solution would be a compromise between the two worlds ( on-road & off-road efficiency ) . if I am in your shoes I will go for the 265/75/R16 Ykohama geolander ATS or preferably 265/75/R16 Cooper Discoverer AT3 .
Posted: Mon Oct 07, 2013 3:45 pm
by Doctor
Check this set for sale on our forum, its a good compromise for on and off road but they are R 15 I think
http://www.almost4x4.com/vb/showthre...der-33x12-5-15
Posted: Mon Oct 07, 2013 3:50 pm
by Abu Jimmy
Sorry Doctor but they are too big for the Fortuner . ( 33x12.5x15 ) and will require changing the rims to 15" .
Posted: Mon Oct 07, 2013 3:58 pm
by Doctor
well you know better Abu Jemmy, Im Just waiting for the TRIP>>>>>
Posted: Mon Oct 07, 2013 11:12 pm
by RaZe
Thanks Marshal for the suggestions,
i think Yokohama geolander ATS would fit my choice.
One more thing... the 265/75/R16, woild it be ok if i go for a 275/75/R16 or 285's (if its available in the market though.......
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Posted: Mon Oct 07, 2013 11:15 pm
by RaZe
Abu Jimmy;28368 wrote:If this car is your daily use car , then the BFs will not be convenient on the road although they are great for off-road ( noisy and have less traction on tarmac ) . the best solution would be a compromise between the two worlds ( on-road & off-road efficiency ) . if I am in your shoes I will go for the 265/75/R16 Ykohama geolander ATS or preferably 265/75/R16 Cooper Discoverer AT3 .
Thanks Marshal for the suggestions,
i think Yokohama geolander ATS would fit my choice.
One more thing... the 265/75/R16, would it be ok if i go for a 275/75/R16 or 285's (if its available in the market though.......
)
Posted: Tue Oct 08, 2013 6:17 am
by Maddie
I have seen a Foruner from another group with Stock sized Yoko Geos - with spacers.
275s mean 32 inch tires - would be too big and would drain some ower I guess. Couldn't one get 265/70s to get more width and less height?
Posted: Tue Oct 08, 2013 8:07 am
by caprihorse
Maddie;28397 wrote:I have seen a Foruner from another group with Stock sized Yoko Geos - with spacers.
275s mean 32 inch tires - would be too big and would drain some ower I guess. Couldn't one get 265/70s to get more width and less height?
It's not true what you are saying, 1 inch = 2.54 cm.
Anyway for a fast calculation you may use following link -
http://tire-size-conversion.com/metric-tire-conversion/
