[martand1400]

Hello fellow BHPians,

We have a Fortuner 4x2 2018 variant and it has clocked over 1,05,000 km over the years, mainly used by my dad for business trips. The OEM Bridgestone Dueler A/T (I still have no idea as to why Toyota gave A/T tyres in 4x2 variants and H/T in Sigma 4, when it should be the opposite), were replaced by Apollo Apterra AT2 265/65R17 112H (after almost 80,000km in November of 2022) and all I can say, except the road noise, those tyres are miles better than the OE bridgestone tyres. One of the tyres have been replaced and the fact that the warranty claim process was so seamless (except that we had to drive on the Spare tyre for 5 days). We went to the Apollo dealer, claimed Warranty, gave 15% of the original tyre cost (=INR 1,800) and after inspection we got our new one. The main point I wanted to mention here is, after almost 25,000 km, the tyre was used only 15% (apollo wanted to say the these tyres will last for 1 lakh more km). Now that, I have decided that after driving the car for 1.5 lakh km, we will switch to Yokohama Geolandar, since my city previously didn't have a Yokohama dealer (got my Verna upsized tyres with 205/55 R16 BluEarth GT AE51 from there, barely took 20 minutes with alignment and balancing).

So yeah, the experience was pretty cool with both Yokohama and Apollo, can't say about bridgestone.
Thanks.

[ralto]

Originally Posted by cooldip

I have been running 275/65/17 and it works fine. But then I have a OME 2" lift.

Hi cooldip,
With the increased size, how is the clearance on the inside of the front wheels?

Did you ever face any rubbing issues or did you ever try putting snow chains on?

[cooldip]

Originally Posted by ralto

Did you ever face any rubbing issues or did you ever try putting snow chains on?

I've not used snow chains but I'm pretty sure there won't be any issues.

Please note that this is after the additional lift.

[ralto]

Originally Posted by cooldip

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Sure looks good in that stance.

Originally Posted by cooldip

I've not used snow chains but I'm pretty sure there won't be any issues.

Okay, I think I will need to do a bit of hit & try to confirm, but your feedback sounds encouraging.

Originally Posted by cooldip

Please note that this is after the additional lift.

Yeap, noted. I need a tyre change so I am trying to plan an upsize + lift combo.

By the way, what brand lift are you running?
And maybe one more question: How much increase in body roll did you face? High enough to make you feel that you should have opted for something other than the BFGs, as I understand they are on the higher side of the weight chart?
Thank you

[cooldip]

Originally Posted by ralto

And maybe one more question: How much increase in body roll did you face? High enough to make you feel that you should have opted for something other than the BFGs, as I understand they are on the higher side of the weight chart?
Thank you

I use an ARB Old Man Emu Nitrocharger Sport (no bullbar config) suspension. It has about 2" of lift.

The OME springs add a lot more stability inspite of the higher center of gravity.

I've never regretted my decision with the 275/65/17 BFGs.

I was using Michelin Latitude Cross with stock suspension and it had possibly equal amounts of body roll.

These days most trips are with a full car and a rooftop cargo box. When I take a corner on narrow mountain roads I do have to be mindful of my speed. Does it feel any less enjoyable to drive? Not to me at least.

[ralto]

Originally Posted by cooldip

I use an ARB Old Man Emu Nitrocharger Sport (no bullbar config) suspension. It has about 2" of lift.

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I do have to be mindful of my speed. Does it feel any less enjoyable to drive? Not to me at least.

Thanks for the detailed revert. Wishing you incredible journeys with this amazingly prepped vehicle.

[cdmanju]

Dear BHPians,,

I recently acquired a Type 2 4x2 Fortuner, which currently has Dunlop OEM tires installed since 2012. Although there is still some tread remaining on the tires, the rubber has hardened over time, and in my opinion, it may not be safe to continue using them. Therefore, I am seeking recommendations for a new set of tires that prioritize good road grip and excellent braking performance. I won't be engaging in any off-roading activities, as the vehicle will primarily be used on highways (95%) and occasionally on poorly maintained city roads (5%), as well as for short drives to my farm. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated

[BlackBeard]

Originally Posted by cdmanju

Dear BHPians,,

Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated

MRF wanderer, Apollo Apterra, Yokohama Geolandar all good HT/AT tires.