KO2 tire life, pics

[patire19]

how much better is the non d/t in the snow? is it even noticeable?

 

[dhmcfadin]

how much better is the non d/t in the snow? is it even noticeable?

Couldn’t tell you. I live in Texas.

 

[jaz13]

The D/T tread lasts well over 50,000 miles and the wet performance is improved in my opinion. I would never buy the non d/t.

Did you have to downsize the tires to get the D/T? It doesn't look like this option is offered in the Raptor's stock size.

 

[tgrayson]

I have found that the KO2s are extremely sensitive to air pressure. Tire dealer recommended 45psi and it helped reduce both vibration and tire noise.

 

[RotorHead695]

Don't bother asking about everyone else's mileage. To many factors can make it vary. Measure them. They come new with 14/32nds of tread. I typically replace my tires when they hit 5/32nds, but you can go lower depending on driving conditions. Once you have a baseline as to how much they are degrading based on your driving style and conditions, you can start estimating remaining mileage.

 

[MnFlyer]

I have found that the KO2s are extremely sensitive to air pressure. Tire dealer recommended 45psi and it helped reduce both vibration and tire noise.

Mine cane from the dealer at 48psi.

Lowered them to 38 and it feels much nicer to me.


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[1_ranger]

Interesting thread. It’s a given that tires in this category will make exponentially more noise as they wear. So, when it comes to tire noise the longer life tire is your friend. Has anyone used Toyo AT/IIs on their Raptor? I have consistently had much longer tire life with Toyo’s with F150s and fleet truck applications & was thinking of trying them on my Raptor when the KO2s flare my Tenitis

 

[df4801]

Did you have to downsize the tires to get the D/T? It doesn't look like this option is offered in the Raptor's stock size.

I couldnt find the D/T in raptor sizes either. Do they come in that size?

 

[Badgertits]

I couldnt find the D/T in raptor sizes either. Do they come in that size?

Probably not because NOBODY else would put em on their truck. Most people go w/ the LT rated 10 ply (D or E load) BFG K02's, the Raptors rubber was designed specifically for the truck w/ BFG & Ford.

Another thing to consider - this is just a guess but I'm fairly sure I'm right - the non D/T Raptor specific BFG's are probably a good deal lighter than the standard 10 ply version, so while you'll def get more wear out of them, you may notice some dropoff in acceleration/braking performance. The standard ones do come w/ the "snowflake" indicating they're a snow rated capable tire, but they won't perform anywhere close to as good as a true dedicated snow tire.

Personally - I'm going to rock the stock tires until I need new stuff & see whats out there, if you can get another AT tire like Toyo open country AT or Nitto Trail Grappler or Wrangler duratrac that may be an option, I plan on running studded Nokian snows on a separate set of wheels in the winter regardless.

 

[dilmorecg]

Mine cane from the dealer at 48psi.

Lowered them to 38 and it feels much nicer to me.


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Door sticker says 38. Mine came from the dealer at 49psi and was really bumpy. Lowered mine down to 38 and made a huge difference and lowered them slightly more. Running around 37 and am really happy. Also, my rain/wet handling has been pretty good...and living in Seattle that is important. I bet the lower pressure helps with that too.