| flomulgator |
Mon Oct 26, 2020 1:41 pm |
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Send in the benchwarmers!
I've got two options for spares, I'd like to ask the Collective which one it thinks is superior. First, the setup:
Syncro with a central decoupler for the AWD (so I can run different diameters), running separate summer and winter tires with minimal wear.
Winter: 195/75/16 Nokian hakkapellita CR3 - 27.5" diameter
Summer: 215/70/16 BFG A/T KO2 - 27.9" diameter
The contendahs:
1. 2014 215/65/16 Nokian WRC (All Weather) with 16,000 miles - 27.0" diameter
2. 2007 215/70/16 BFG A/T KO with 0 miles - 27.9" diameter
Fitment is an oversized, OEM position front tire carrier that will hold either. The Nokian fits comfortably, the BFG needs to be deflated a bit and has the steering shaft protected by a Burley....steering shaft protector. I have an air compressor, but as you can see although it fits it's more work to travel with. On the flip side its a better diameter match.
The Nokian still has good tread (> 6mm) but light UV cracking on the shoulders.
The BFG is old but has never rolled and was never exposed to UV, ever.
Which one would you run? |
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| Sodo |
Mon Oct 26, 2020 1:47 pm |
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Seems like the safest bet to carry the spare that matches the other four.
In general.
Especially for any longer trip.
You can deal with a little overlap (non-matching spare) for around town. |
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