I put the P-Rated Falken Wildpeaks on in stock size. 275/55-20.
Amazing on ice and snow so far this winter. Quiet on the road. Not much off roading yet.
Supposedly, the P-rated falkens have more silica content than the LT’s so they grip better on ice and snow.
The XL P-Rated tire has more than enough load capacity for me.
I am in the market for some factory 18’s though.
Unnecessary addition of weight and possibly harsh ride. I’m already not jazzed about the 20’s so maintaining an acceptable ride is important.
For example: p-rated XL 275/55-20 Falken Wildpeak AT3W 117T max load is 154 pounds more per tire than General Grabber LT275/55-20. The Falken weighs 8...
2017 GMC Sierra 4x4 1500.
Im getting ready to swap off my Duratracs with 27 k miles. They are noisy as heck and rotations are not quieting them down anymore. They are 70% worn and have been great in everything but icy roads this last winter.
How are the Falkens holding up? Road noise...
Fresh Gravel is essentially "off road." You need an "off road" oriented tire for the car. I used the old 2nd gen Yoko Ats on my Jeep and they did not wear well. No idea on the 3rd gen.
I've seen Hankook Dynapro ATM's and General Grabber AT2's on newer outbacks recently. Ive had great luck with...
Year round Gunnison, CO resident here:
General Grabber AT2... Big fan. Cheap and long wearing. Works in all 4 seasons. Mountain snowflake rated and proven in snow. Not rotation sensitive. Zero problems on my jeep or my silverado.