Hey guys, it's about time to replace my TKO2s on a 2010 Screw 2wd. I've been running 275/70/17 and have no real complaints, but am wondering if anyone could recommend something a little smaller (just a tad).

I've been using an AutoSpring 1.5 inch front level and as my suspension has 'relaxed,' am getting a slight bit of rub at full lock. I also wouldn't mind getting a bit better fuel economy to be honest. Would be just fine with something a tad less aggressive and a bit more gentlemanly as well.

My truck takes me to work, church, and the grocery store these days. Also would like to keep the price tag at about $1000 installed if that isn't a pipe dream. Thanks for any suggestions.

 

Go to https://tiresize.com/calculator/
If you type in your tire size it gives a handful of alternate tire sizes near the size you entered (slightly larger and smaller). Then when you click on an alternate tire size, it brings you to multiple brands of tires in that size you clicked on and shows price compares them as well. I used this site all of the time for my Jeep Wrangler and did the same on my F150. I use to run the KO'2s on my Jeep and decided for my F150 to run the Falken WildPeak AT3W's instead as they are lighter but still somewhat rugged looking for an AT tire. They are also less expensive too. Let me know what you decide to go with.

 

 

I'd give a serious look at the Cooper AT3 4S in size 265/70/17. It will be lighter, quieter, shouldn't rub since it's a 265, better fuel efficiency and a nice ride since it's an SL load rated tire. They also do really well in the winter, my wife ran these on her old Tacoma and they were great tires. Also american made. Discount Tire offers a 10% discount if active duty or veteran.

 

The 255/75 might as well be the same height, depending on what brand, etc. but that is a 'tad' smaller. It's narrow which may help with the rubbing.

As for MPG, you need a different approach. A tad smaller isn't going to make a difference enough to see a savings at the pump.
Size 275/65-17 is 31". That's just over 3% smaller -enough to see a slight mpg increase.
At 265/70-17 you are less than 2% smaller at 31.6.

Consider the size options that suit your needs then check out tires you would be interested in and compare the tire weight. The same size tire, if found lighter, will be a slight savings.
A more heavy smaller tire may not net any savings at the pump.

 

Thanks for all the advice guys. Just what I was looking for. Coyote, will definitely check out the calculator. Thanks again guys!