No rubbing at all. I haven't noticed any difference with increase in interior noise at any speed. It still rides quiet and it's not any big noticeable difference. Haven't had any extended opportunities yet to give the off-road modes a workout. (but I will over the next few weeks when we head to the OBX) I'll post how it handles in sand.
I'm a black on black guy. Don't know why, but ever since I was a kid I liked the "less is more" look. (no pinstripes, no white lettering on tires, etc...)
I was VERY disappointed to find out that Goodyear Wrangler Duratrak in this same size 275/65/R18 absolutely will NOT fit the front of my Overland with the 18 inch rims.
Comparing the specs on the Firestone VS the Duratrak it looks like the only difference was in the section width that is larger-8.2 inch for the Destination VS 9 inches for the Duratrak. Height is listed as the same at 32.1 inches for both tires. The Duratrak not only would rub on turn in, but also barely cleared the bottom of the ball joint. I'm not sure why the one tire fits and the other does not
I would suggest to others to be very careful in thinking any 275/65R18's will fit the WK2 other than the Destination AT.
Have you changed your spare to this size also? Will it fit in the spare storage area (perhaps with bins removed)? And will the increased section width of the tire still allow the the storage lid to close completely?
I went with the P. It was the right choice for how I typically drive my vehicle. I do little to no towing, the Ps will give me a bit better gas mileage than the LTs, lower noise, lower cost, higher speed rating. (not that I need to drive 118mph!) . The trade-offs were thinner sidewall and lower tread depth. (11/32" vs 16/32")
But... who am I kidding? Firestone was having a buy 3 get one free and they had the Ps in stock. (and I was impatient)
@JayB
Regarding the circumference of the tires vs. the spare. I'm really not concerned about it. I'll treat it like donut and use in case of emergencies to drive a short distance until I can have the tire fixed. BTW... what did you mean by "what are the diffs on the QTII"? Sorry, a little slow this a.m.
+1 to the Firestone DAT's with OWL inside. They've blasted through serious snow with ease and some speed, and also handle the pavement at 90-100mph very well. Will also use them for trail.
For the guys that care to do so, these can also stay on year-round. YMMV.
I had the Destination A/Ts on my Liberty. Great tire, quiet, great all around traction. However, not so great on ice...but hey that's to be expected, it's not a dedicated winter/ice tire after all.
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