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26th June 2014, 07:16 PM
#1
Hardcore
What to get?
I'm after new shoes for the car I'm getting next week it's a 2005 gu iv with 17 inch factory alloys.
First question as I'll sell the current rims in favour for steel rims, can I squeeze some 15 inch rims or just 16's?
I want a mud tyre thinking 33inch in size what are your thoughts from this list and anyone got any good prices in Brisbane?
Summit mud hog
Federal couragia.
Or just spend the big bucks once and get bfg km2's?
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Whoever cannot take care of themselves without that law is both.
For a wounded man shall say to his assailant,
'If I live, I will kill you. If I die, You are forgiven.'
Such is the rule of honour.
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26th June 2014 07:16 PM
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26th June 2014, 07:49 PM
#2
Expert
If it was me, i would go for the KM2's in the 255/85R16 size, little taller (33.3') than standard 33's and a bit lighter (good for economy and drivetrain). Also the narrow/tall tyre I think is better offroad, longer contact patch and higher contact pressure with the ground.
PS
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26th June 2014, 07:56 PM
#3
Expert
Hands down get the KM'2 you won't regret it call Jax Quick Fit I got my 315's for $350 each fitted with a balance and alignment
06 TD 4.2 coil cab, 3 inch lift, front ARB air locker.
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26th June 2014, 07:57 PM
#4
Hardcore
I was leaning towards the summit mud hog 285/75/16 for 260 each cheapest km2 in that size I've found are 360 each.
Whoever appeals to the law against his fellow man is either a fool or a coward.
Whoever cannot take care of themselves without that law is both.
For a wounded man shall say to his assailant,
'If I live, I will kill you. If I die, You are forgiven.'
Such is the rule of honour.
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26th June 2014, 08:03 PM
#5
Bitumen Burner
Get a set of cheesecutters with split rims.
Ask them to throw in a set of lycra spandies, and tell them Rossco sent you!! PML.
Seriously, I dunno. lol
Winner of 'Best 4 x 4 ' at the 2017 Albany Agricultural Society Inc - Town n Country Ute Muster.
Ex Telstra - 2005, 4.2 TDi ute -with pod and more fruit than a grocery shop.
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26th June 2014, 08:11 PM
#6
Hardcore
Go KM2's, I kept the factory 17" Alloys and paid $360 a corner fitted and balanced (in Vic).
Very happy and it now means my speedo is spot on.
Cheers
Jack
2012 Simpson 50th Anniversary Edition.
WARNING: Towballs used for recoveries can, and do kill people and damage property.
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26th June 2014, 08:20 PM
#7
Hardcore
Are the km2 really $100 a tyre better?
Whoever appeals to the law against his fellow man is either a fool or a coward.
Whoever cannot take care of themselves without that law is both.
For a wounded man shall say to his assailant,
'If I live, I will kill you. If I die, You are forgiven.'
Such is the rule of honour.
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26th June 2014, 08:27 PM
#8
Hardcore
Nissannewby has done almost 100k on his and my son in law did 90k and got another set. That was enough to convince me, and remember my are 17 inch which are naturally dearer than 16.
Cheers
Jack
2012 Simpson 50th Anniversary Edition.
WARNING: Towballs used for recoveries can, and do kill people and damage property.
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26th June 2014, 08:31 PM
#9
Patrol God
Originally Posted by
macca86
Are the km2 really $100 a tyre better?
Yes!! I will show you mine on Wednesday mate they are very close to 100k and still seem to perform well for there condition Steve (04OFF) can back this 
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Try Don Cornell's mate. I have very recently priced them up and a KM2 315/75 r16 was $375 ea.
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26th June 2014, 08:39 PM
#10
Hardcore
Don't think 315/75/16 would fit with a 2 inch lift though. I remember Steve saying the 285/75/16 wear a bit narrow and to go for 305? Is that correct. I suppose with the new car being a 4.2td it will actually last 100000km unlike the poxy zd30
Whoever appeals to the law against his fellow man is either a fool or a coward.
Whoever cannot take care of themselves without that law is both.
For a wounded man shall say to his assailant,
'If I live, I will kill you. If I die, You are forgiven.'
Such is the rule of honour.
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