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Old Sep 10, 2011 | 01:07 PM
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So since I've decided to keep the truck I need to get some tires soon. Of the ones listed, which would you choose.

Bridgestone Dueler A/T 695 LT $183 per tire at local dealer
Firestone Destination A/T LT $175 per tire at local dealer
Falken Wildpeak A/T LT $175 per tire at local dealer
General Grabber A/T2 $140 on tire rack

(all the prices are not including taxes, mounting, balance, etc)

My BFG A/T KO's have only lasted about 40,000, but that isn't too bad I guess. I would like to hear what you guys think.

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Old Sep 10, 2011 | 02:48 PM
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I liked the general grabbers but they did not have them in stock. My destination a/t's lasted about 49k.
 
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Old Sep 10, 2011 | 03:23 PM
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I ended up Ordering the Falken Wildpeak A/Ts in LT265/70/R16. They are about 3lbs heavier than the BFG's but that will be fine.
 
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Old Sep 10, 2011 | 03:27 PM
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Glad you decided to keep the Dak.
 
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Old Sep 10, 2011 | 04:03 PM
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I've had good luck with Grabbers on mine. Also on our Escape. Quiet and smooth
 
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Old Sep 10, 2011 | 04:13 PM
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I don't really think you'da gone wrong with any of the four you listed. Seen a couple people complain about fast wear on the Falkens, but for the most part they get good reviews.

Thought you were lookin' for a lift though? You end up with a lift you're gonna wish you had bigger meats... LOL...
 
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Old Sep 10, 2011 | 04:24 PM
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Originally Posted by jkeaton
Glad you decided to keep the Dak.
It's a Raider, but it's the same thing.

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I don't really think you'da gone wrong with any of the four you listed. Seen a couple people complain about fast wear on the Falkens, but for the most part they get good reviews.

Thought you were lookin' for a lift though? You end up with a lift you're gonna wish you had bigger meats... LOL...
I hope they last me just as long as the BFG's did (40K). If they do, then I'll pick them up again.

I want a lift, but don't know when one will come out. I still have the leveling kit, but have never installed it. I also had the body lift kit that I sold, and regret that since I already have the nerf bars on my truck. I may just be happy with the leveling kit and some blocks in the rear. We will see.
 
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Old Sep 11, 2011 | 10:29 AM
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If you live in South Florida I can get you tires locally for a good price PM me
 
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Old Sep 11, 2011 | 10:53 AM
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Too late sully. Thanks though.
 
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Old Sep 11, 2011 | 11:38 AM
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In the future if you need rim, tires, or performance parts let me know
 
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