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Old Apr 10, 2008 | 10:48 PM
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The Grabbers are only available in 10-ply at that size...what do you run on yours?

I have looked at and considered the Cooper ATR as well...not as much info available on them, but they seem like a decent option.

However, what I really need to know is whether or not I need or should avoid a 10-ply tire...
 
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Old Apr 11, 2008 | 06:47 AM
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Most times the 245/75/16 is chosen because its 31" tall and off road its side wall is better so you can air down the tire and still not get a flat.

With a little off roading I would get the lighter tire as it will not cost you in gas or longer braking distance as would the heaver tire.
 
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Old Apr 11, 2008 | 09:50 AM
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Does anyone know if I can run the 255/70R16 tire without rubbing? I read in one post that these tires may rub on a Disco, but I do have a 2" OME lift installed on my DII.

 
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Old Apr 11, 2008 | 10:00 AM
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After talking to a rep at Tire Rack this morning, I'm reversing course and think I'll be getting the 255/70R16 AT2s. Please let me know if there's something I'm missing or should know before moving forward. Again, I do I have a 2-inch lift on the Disco, and I do not tow (don't even have a hitch on the truck), so I -think- the size and load rating should be fine for me... ??
 
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Old Apr 11, 2008 | 11:59 AM
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Hi Andrew - I just got the 255/70-16 Grabber's a few weeks ago. At the time, the suspension was standard and they did not rub at all. Now, I have OME HD springs a shocks and they look awesome. I don't really have a problem with inflation...I run 44 in the back and 40 up front and the ride is great as well as the gas mileage.

Stop thinking about it and get them!!
 
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Old Apr 11, 2008 | 12:59 PM
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Thanks, Humroot...exactly the sort of confirmation I needed! I'm going for it...
 
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Old Apr 11, 2008 | 01:23 PM
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Just to sure it up........I have a stock 04 Disco II.with BFG 255/70/16 ATs and their great.No rub..Got rid of the 18s about 1.5 yrs ago they at the time had no ats/mts that I found for them......Anyway get'em.....
 
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Old Apr 12, 2008 | 01:18 AM
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I just went through the same dilemma. I ended up with the 245/75/16 BFG A/T tires in the load range E variety. Smooth ride and a little extra ground clearance for the trails this summer. A bit worse on the gas mileage around town, but they look good.
 
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