Petition to Bring BFG K02 AT LT 265/60/18 to Australia

[AnD3rew]

Here I have done it, I think, I haven't done one of these before.

I think if you go to this link you should be able to sign

https://www.change.org/p/bf-goodrich-australia-bring-the-bf-goodrich-ko2-lt265-60r18-tyre-to-australia'recruiter=278824746&utm_source=share_petition&utm_medium=twitter&utm_campaign=share_twitter_responsive via @ChangeAUS

Now what other cars take this size and we can go to their forums and promote.

[~Rich~]

Link no good sorry Andrew. :(

[AnD3rew]

Just updated, try again now and let me know if it works.

[lpj]

Done, but I was only number 2!

Also posted to Facebook.

[AnD3rew]

Well it has only been up for about 15 minutes.

[BMKal]

I'm number 3 on there - and have posted to fatbook. ;)

[winaje]

Signed. The more options the better. Sick of being screwed for choice in most things.

[Redback]

Done, don't have fakebook.

Baz.

[gghaggis]

I've put it up on the Green Oval Experience Facebook page - should get a few looks.

Cheers,

Gordon

[AnD3rew]

Nice thank you Gordon.

[AnD3rew]

Done, don't have fakebook.

Baz.

I do, but I keep it pretty private so I don't use it for stuff like this.

[DiscoDB]

Up to 22 signed up...and counting....

Must be a good upsize for the D2 as well when combined with 2inch lift.

[Homestar]

Done. :)

While I don't need a set, as I've put as my comment - I'm sick of us being treated like the arse end of the world when it comes to tyres.

Good luck.

[Graeme]

I had a Jeep GC at my place today whose owner would like more LT options when he soon replaces his D697s in this size. Presumably there would also be a queue of GC owners if these were available.

[DiscoDB]

I've put it up on the Green Oval Experience Facebook page - should get a few looks.

Cheers,

Gordon

Gordon, no thoughts of importing yourself and offering a tyre and rim package... 😀

[jonesy63]

Now what other cars take this size and we can go to their forums and promote.

That is the standard size for a Pajero Exceed.

[Tombie]

What would have more "punch" would be someone organising a group buy... Contacting BFG importers and saying "I have orders confirmed for xyz number of this tyre".

A petition like this is one thing, but how likely do you think they are to sell 30 sets (150 tyres) in under a month?

If you go to them with sales in volume it's likely to change the game a little!

[Blue C]

I've added my support too Andrew. Whilst I am happy with my BFG 265/65/18's I would certainly consider 265/60/18 in the future if they were available as it removes any possible legality issue and won't rub on suspension or body at all especially at access height. Currently I only use mine for off-road trips. Regards, David

[scarry]

Signed up,the only issue is i need a set ASAP.

Put me in the group buy!

If the 245/70/17 are here first i will grab them.

[JaxTyres Bowen Hills]

Great idea ... I have a list of other vehicles these fit .. Mitsu Pajero , Toyota Prado , Jeep Grand Cherokee , Ford Ranger , VW Amorok , ...Also a number of other 4x4s with an 18" wheel upgrade can take this tyre as its overall diameter does not exceed the 50mm legal limit .ie Hilux,Triton, Dmax ,BT50 just to name a few .. ...The problem is BFG/Michelin Australia may have trouble getting it if BFG U.S can't keep up with local market supply in the U.S . :)

[Dfourfun]

AnD3rew,

I've also signed up to this as I welcome choice of tyres for my GOE 18s when I get them. Up until now I was planning on just fitting the LT D697 265/60/R18 that I had on my previous D4. The D697s were good, wore really well, terrific in most conditions but they couldn't hack it in mud when they just became 'slicks'. As I'm Victorian based, trips up to the local hills inevitably means encountering clay goo... :( Are these other A/T tyre choices any better? I presume you are sponsoring this effort because they are? Comments and experiences welcome, particularly likely kms per set, price, etc. Many thanx.

[AnD3rew]

AnD3rew,

I've also signed up to this as I welcome choice of tyres for my GOE 18s when I get them. Up until now I was planning on just fitting the LT D697 265/60/R18 that I had on my previous D4. The D697s were good, wore really well, terrific in most conditions but they couldn't hack it in mud when they just became 'slicks'. As I'm Victorian based, trips up to the local hills inevitably means encountering clay goo... :( Are these other A/T tyre choices any better? I presume you are sponsoring this effort because they are? Comments and experiences welcome, particularly likely kms per set, price, etc. Many thanx.

I don't have experience of the D697s, they seem to be well regarded here, but two reasons for this petition, firstly the reviews of these Tyres for elsewhere seem to be very good and I like the reputation of BFG and the tread pattern looks good. And most importantly it would be good to have more than 1 LT choice in this size in Australia.

[Tombie]

All BFG ATs I've used clog just as quick as the others.. This new unit is a very similar tread so doubt it will be much better..

Have a look at Achilles muddies for your purpose.

[carlschmid2002]

Done

[RobA]

My industry contacts tell me the 265/60/18 will have a 119 load rating and be available in September 2015

Rob

[scarry]

My industry contacts tell me the 265/60/18 will have a 119 load rating and be available in September 2015

Rob

Interesting.

BFG Aus reply to my email 21/4/15,the size 265/60/18 in AT KO2 will not be available until 2016,and this size may not be imported at all.:mad:

Hope things have changed.

They were also very vague as to when the size 245/70/17 AT KO2 will be available here.They said sales here will mimic release times in the US,plus shipping times.This size may be available possibly very late 2015.

[AnD3rew]

I have emailed BFG Australia pointing them to the petition and pointing out that this is just Land Rover owners and just from this forum.

Will let you know what they say.

[Drizzle]

Interesting.

BFG Aus reply to my email 21/4/15,the size 265/60/18 in AT KO2 will not be available until 2016,and this size may not be imported at all.:mad:

Hope things have changed.



This BFG brochure has the launch date of the LT265/60R18 as October 2015, which is fairly close to RobA's info. This would be the USA launch though, so maybe a few months after for Australia as with the LT265/65R18 which is listed as available in June on the Australian BFG website.

http://webcache.googleusercontent.com/search?q=cache:llKNaFQ8_IEJ:www.mrtire.com/datasheets/BFGoodrich-All-Terrain-T-A-KO2.pdf+&cd=1&hl=en&ct=clnk&gl=au&client=safari

[Redback]

51 people have signed up to this, not a lot considering how many D4 owners on this forum, pretty sad guys, so I have made it a sticky to maybe help people see it, hoping that's why we haven't had many sign up.

Baz.

[SBD4]

51 people have signed up to this, not a lot considering how many D4 owners on this forum, pretty sad guys, so I have made it a sticky to maybe help people see it, hoping that's why we haven't had many sign up.

Baz.

OK, OK, I've done it.:D

[Jock McD]

All done here too. Good cause thanks Andrew. Hope we get the result.

[AnD3rew]

thanks Baz.

this is their response. Keep signing and I will keep updating them. Hopefully we can get them to move it forward.


Thanks for your query, we've forwarded your enquiry to the technical team.

Please be advised there is a plan to have the 265/60R18's available, the plan is some stage in Q1 in 2016 release if not sooner if it can be achieved, there are internal processes that needed to be adhered to prior to the release.

*Please note: the technical advice given by us is only a recommendation based on the information provided by you. BFGoodrich is not responsible or liable for any damage due to utilization based on our technical advice.


Kind Regards,
The BFGoodrich Australia Team

[PKD4]

51 people have signed up to this, not a lot considering how many D4 owners on this forum, pretty sad guys, so I have made it a sticky to maybe help people see it, hoping that's why we haven't had many sign up.

Baz.

A bit slow but now signed, Thanks Andrew for trying this.

Pat

[VK3GJM]

Signed.

Keen to get a set of 6.

Regards

Gerald

[Grant052]

thanks Baz.

this is their response. Keep signing and I will keep updating them. Hopefully we can get them to move it forward.
For what it's worth, have added my signature; I like the idea of having a bigger range from which to choose, thanks Andrew. We (D3/D4/RRS) really do get treated as a minority group.

[VK3GJM]

ARB have KO2's on their books, 285/65/R18 at $500 each.


All else failing, a collective group buy may get their attention, show them the money.


I am looking for a set of 6 by August to fit onto Gordon's shiny new rims.


Regards


Gerald

[RobA]

I am quite confident the 265's are on their way. Just waiting on a firm price

Rob

[Graeme]

This KO2 size is listed on BFG's Australian web-site, availability is Q3.

[Drizzle]

Australia launch date is now the same as USA.

RobA's inside info is on the money!

[Drizzle]

Here's a link to some pictures of a D4 with 18" Compomotives and BFG KO2's:

Land Rover and Range Rover Forums - View Single Post - Everything about tires for LR4/ LR3 with 18" wheels (http://www.landroverworld.org/forums/showpost.php?p=157830&postcount=349)

[VK3GJM]

Great pictures.

They certainly look the part on the vehicle and those 18" rims.

The 265/65 look symmetrically in place on the D4, with these tyres, some extra lift via Gordon's rod's would help with clearance in extreme mud situations.

It will be interesting what BFG brings in first 265/60 or/and 65's.

Thank you for the link.

Regards

Gerald
VK3GJM

[scarry]

Great pictures.

They certainly look the part on the vehicle and those 18" rims.

The 265/65 look symmetrically in place on the D4, with these tyres, some extra lift via Gordon's rod's would help with clearance in extreme mud situations.

It will be interesting what BFG brings in first 265/60 or/and 65's.

Thank you for the link.

Regards

Gerald
VK3GJM

The 65 first as the 60 profile has not been released in the US yet.The 65 is actually listed on the Aus BFG site with prices,so it is probably not far away.

[RobA]

Should have pricing and delivery of the 265/60/18 next week

Rob

[RobA]

Contact has not been heard of so no idea. Simple choice we purchased 6xD697 in 265/60/18 with the 114LR and they look great with at least 50% more sidewall to start with. Can't wait to get them dirty.

If any SA members want to check the rims out prior to a purchase then PM me and we can organise that. I already know one person has photographed them at my tyre guys place on Unley road in order to convince SWMBO this is a vital purchase

Flinders Trip for SA members is in the Events section on the main page. We are planning a trip to the Southern Flinders so am inviting up to 10 Disco owners along

Rob

[gghaggis]

Still wating for my pics Rob ;)

Cheers,

Gordon

[RobA]

Still wating for my pics Rob ;)

Cheers,

Gordon

OMG Gordon they only were fitted with the tyres on Saturday and are lying in the garage at the moment but will get you some shots in a week or so. And again thanks for all your help.

Just putting the rim and tyre beside the car got me thinking about heading off for another Simpson crossing just to get them dirty. I am involved in a project designing some new tracks in SA so they will be getting a severe flogging late July and early August so some actions shots then for sure

Regards

Rob

[VK3GJM]

Hi Rob,

Also wouldn't mind some overall measurements in relation to space between guards, straight and full lock.

I am looking at 265/65's.

Regards

Gerald

[RobA]

Gerald ours are 60 profile. I can say from a mate's experience who has the same rims but the old BfG KA in 65 profile they do rub in off-road use and particularly close to full articulation but nothing he has been overly worried about. The 60 profile works perfectly across the full range of suspension travel/articulation in testing so far and Gordon's spreadsheet indicates same. When you look at his calculator you will note the 265/60/18 is marginally smaller in overall diameter from the standard 19" rim and tyre. As a result the are completely legal and the spare fits in perfectiy, or at least that is what I am hoping for when I fit them

Rob

[VK3GJM]

Hi Rob,

60 profiles, understood. Actually Gordon's sheet states yes for fitment of 265/65 and no rubbing remark.

Could you ask your Mate where they might rub. I run a ARB bar, this may provide a bit more clearance.

I do a lot of Vic high country touring, the extra wall height is highly desirable.

Regards

Gerald

[Graeme]

265/60-18 are slightly larger in diameter than 255/55-19, not smaller.

[RobA]

Hi Rob,

60 profiles, understood. Actually Gordon's sheet states yes for fitment of 265/65 and no rubbing remark.

Could you ask your Mate where they might rub. I run a ARB bar, this may provide a bit more clearance.

I do a lot of Vic high country touring, the extra wall height is highly desirable.

Regards

Gerald

Gerald he's on the Southern Flinders with his family so it will be a week or so before he gets back. Every tyre has a different profile and every vehicle has a different setup so variables are a constant. I know that his D4 has an ARB bar and his tyres do rub. I doubt the bar has much to do with it though. You have other options to help in the high country. Gordon's rods or llams kit amongst others. Tyres are but one component of a lift for any 4WD albeit the cheapest one for sure.

Rob

[VK3GJM]

Hi Rob,

Thanks, no hurry, it would be good to find out where they do rub and under what conditions!

I do use Gordon's rods, they are simple and a fantastic addition.

I like the look of the new KO2 and the write up so far is very positive. Like many others, the reason for a LT construction is the toughness of sidewall as I tow a lot and often bring the pressure down to 25-20 PSI is serious conditions with near GVM limits fully loaded.

The GG 255/55R19 have been a wonderful all round AT tyre, but they do tend to suffer from sidewall damage, mainly cuts and chunks missing is normal with many tracks with a slate base, but they stay intact.

I do agree each tyre and vehicles have their variables.

Graeme, OK on size, thanks.

Regards

Gerald

[scarry]

Looking at these USA release dates,you would have to think the 265/65/18 may not be far away

http://www.bfgoodrichtires.com/assets/bfg/content/document/Easy%20PIPO_KO2_June%204.pdf

[mason]

Signed! 75th supporter!

[sctsprin]

BFG australia have now told me maybe august for 265/65r18


Looking at these USA release dates,you would have to think the 265/65/18 may not be far away

http://www.bfgoodrichtires.com/assets/bfg/content/document/Easy%20PIPO_KO2_June%204.pdf

[VK3GJM]

Hi Rob,

Any news from your mate, does he use Gordon's rods when extra articulation is needed?

Still keen to find out the subtle rubbing. To get the best from Gordon's rims, the 265/65 do provide greater space between rims and surface.

There is a guy here in Melbourne who takes orders for any tyre(s) and qty, and bulk ships out the USA on a per container basis.

My brother just received 1 BFG LT35 muddy for $280. Called him and he is willing to take any order and qty if available in U.S.

Regards

Gerald

[RobA]

Gerald not yet still enjoying a well earned rest with his family and I know he is still in the southern flinders as we share the same disco expert in Adelaide and we had our LLams kit fitted today and Peter said he was helping Dave with a small challenge with battery terminals

Will be post school holidays but as I have mentioned rub at full articulation and that is without llama

Regards

Rob

[AnD3rew]

Still telling me September for the 60

[AnD3rew]

I wish they would hurry up. I just had to put two half knackered old tyres on the front to replace the completely knackered ones that were on there to try and drag it out a bit further. If they don't arrive soon it will be The D697s

[scarry]

Still telling me September for the 60

I really hope you are right:)

My mail says 245/70/17 October,265/60/18,no plans for it this year.

And that was on an email from BFG Aus,dated last week.

If you are really keen,they are on Tirerack,but the price delivered will be ridiculous.

[RobA]

Hi Rob,

Thanks, no hurry, it would be good to find out where they do rub and under what conditions!

I do use Gordon's rods, they are simple and a fantastic addition.

I like the look of the new KO2 and the write up so far is very positive. Like many others, the reason for a LT construction is the toughness of sidewall as I tow a lot and often bring the pressure down to 25-20 PSI is serious conditions with near GVM limits fully loaded.

The GG 255/55R19 have been a wonderful all round AT tyre, but they do tend to suffer from sidewall damage, mainly cuts and chunks missing is normal with many tracks with a slate base, but they stay intact.

I do agree each tyre and vehicles have their variables.

Graeme, OK on size, thanks.

Regards

Gerald

Gerald just got some feedback and he reckons the only issues are minor. Rubbing at entry height, a bit on RH turn in and normal height with no problems at full off-road height nor with LLAMS at +30

Rob

[VK3GJM]

Hi Rob,


Thanks for following that up. The rubbing at right hand turn is that on the outside edge of the tyre at the mud flats and inside edge at the plastic bumper?


More than 90% of the time you are in normal height, I guess this is where the rubbing counts, and with situations like sticky mud, it matters where and how much!


OK in off-road height.


I must admit, if BFG do not get their act together it may have to be D697's, 265/60's. Others are also expressing their frustration.


My other option is to work with a guy who imports any QTY of tyres out of the US by the container load.


Regards




Gerald

[AnD3rew]

Have emailed to hassle them again. Now have 78 signatures all from here. Will let you know if I get any useful information.

[VK3GJM]

Hi Andrew,

I enquires with BFG early March. I received a response stating 265/65R18 would be available June 2015, but still no more info.

Sent them another reminder this afternoon. Hopefully pressure from a number of directions helps.

Regards

Gerald

[Drizzle]

This KO2 size is listed on BFG's Australian web-site, availability is Q3.


Curiously, the 265/60R18 size has disappeared from the Australian website after previously being listed and indicating a Quarter 3 release date.

The 265/65R18 size is still indicating a now overdue Quarter 2 release date.

[VK3GJM]

Hi All,


Update received at 11am today.




Hi Gerald,


The new BFGoodrich AllTerrain T/A KO2 is now available inAustralia in limited sizes. Please check www.bfgoodrich.com.au (http://www.bfgoodrich.com.au/)for current sizes in stores, recommend retail prices and estimated arrivaldates for all sizes.

We expect thefull range of the BFGoodrich All Terrain T/A KO2 tyres toprogressively arrivein Australia over the next 12 months.

Your 265/65R18 is arriving approximately August 2015



Regards


Gerald

[Drizzle]

BFG KO2 LT265/60R18 now available in the USA for next day delivery:

http://www.tirerack.com/tires/tires.jsp'tireMake=BFGoodrich&tireModel=All-Terrain+T%2FA+KO2&sidewall=Blackwall&partnum=66SR8KO2&tab=Sizes

[AnD3rew]

Hi Andrew,

We love how passionate you are for our products, good news is the approximately time off arrival is still on track to be September 2015. ,

*Please note: the technical advice given by us is only a recommendation based on the information provided by you. BFGoodrich is not responsible or liable for any damage due to utilization based on our technical advice.


Kind Regards,
The BFGoodrich Australia Team

[sctsprin]

Hi James,
The new BFGoodrich AllTerrain T/A KO2 is now available in Australia in limited sizes. Please check 4x4 Tyres and 4WD Tyres | BFGoodrich Tires Australia & New Zealand (http://www.bfgoodrich.com.au) for current sizes in stores, recommend retail prices and estimated arrival dates for all sizes.

Weexpect the full range of the BFGoodrich All Terrain T/A KO2 tyres toprogressively arrive in Australia over the next 12 months.

Your 265/65R18 is arriving approximately August 2015, no release date has been announced at this stage.

[scarry]

Email today,265/60/18 KO2 will be here in September 2015.

245/70/17 will be October 2015.

[VK3GJM]

Hi Paul and others,

Some conflicting dates and statements from BFG/Michelin.

I not my local BJ trusted dealer of 35 years in the tyre trade to dig around.

265/65R18 KO2 available early September, he thinks 1 st week price TBA
265/60R18 not available. Full stop......

He made a comment to me after it was made to him, KO2 255/55R18 late in the year.

The dilemma is, do I wait for 265/65 and put up with some rubbing or go to bridgestone D697 265/60, Mmmm?

Regards

Gerald

[RobA]

We took the D4 to the Flinders last weekend shod with D697's on the GOE rims. Plenty of bitumen and dirt roads as well as driving all of Sky Trek on Willow Springs station. Most of this drive is on station tracks with a few small challenges along the way but the last 10km or so provided us with ascents and descents as steep and long as a lot in the high country with plenty of rocks, erosion gully's, loose shale climbs to conduct a reasonable evaluation over the six or so hours it takes to complete this drive. Even had the LLAMS in extended mode to negotiate a lot of erosion steps on climbs and descents with only one small underbody scrape. On the way back to Adelaide about 25% dirt on a lot of our favourite back roads

These were tracks where a puncture was highly probable given the recent rain had exposed lost of nice killer rocks. We ran 34F and 36R, same as standard 19" tyres on road and 24F and 26R off road

End result. Tyres are as quiet or quieter than the standard Goodyears, grip levels are the same and off-bitumen and off-road. No problems at all and no need to wait to get a decent off-road tyre

Rob

[VK3GJM]

Hi Rob,

Thanks for the feedback on the D697.

We did Sky Trek back in June and it was so dry, but a wonderful full day., We left at about 9:30 am and got back at 5pm? My wife enjoyed it so much, she still talks about it.

The landscape must have been so different after good rains.

Rob, I assume you have 265/60?

Regards

Gerald

[RobA]

Hi Rob,

Thanks for the feedback on the D697.

We did Sky Trek back in June and it was so dry, but a wonderful full day., We left at about 9:30 am and got back at 5pm? My wife enjoyed it so much, she still talks about it.

The landscape must have been so different after good rains.

Rob, I assume you have 265/60? Yes we

Regards

Gerald

Yes we do in the 114LR

[Blue C]

Hi Gerald
I was up in Southern Flinders Ranges few weeks back and got to try out my BFG AT- TA's (from 2014)- these are 265/65/18 with OD of just over 800mm.These given you slightly more clearance (say 10mm but would depend on tyre pressure) than the D697's which I believe have OD around 780mm (or fraction less). There is slight rubbing at normal height on full lock front wheels as reported by others but didn't notice any at LLAM's + 30mm nor Offroad height (LLAMS+50).Very happy with their performance. There is a slight but non obtrusive 'hum' around town but not noticeable at highway speeds (and considerably less than my old Cooper ST Maxx on my D3). Very happy with their performance both on and off road and the steep rocky climbs we did were similar (if not quite as rutted) as RobA's experience further north at Skytrek. Certainly both centre and rear e-diff's had plenty of "on time" (mostly partially locked but occasionally both fully "locked") looking at the centre screen in 4WD mode! Rain set in whilst we were there which made for very muddy conditions just getting in/out of the property at Horseshoe Rim. Whilst the AT-TA's are clearly not mud tyres I thought they performed very well using similar off-road pressures 22-24F and 26R. Did not need extended height in Horseshoe Ranges as Offroad height with slightly more clearance from larger tyres was enough. I would certainly be happy to order the new BFG's when these (eventually) wear out!
Hope that helps. regards, David

[VK3GJM]

Hi David,

Thank you taking the time to write down your experience with the BFG's and any anomalies with minor rubbing on Skytrek and road observations.

Will certainly take that into consideration. I have an extra month, before I need to decide on brand and size.

Regards

Gerald

[scarry]

Gerald and others,

This arrived on my email,copied and paste..
Hopefully this is correct:)
Maybe they got confused with 65 profile,will have to wait and see.
It is getting a bit frustrating:(,to say the least.


Hi Paul

The latest updated has just come through the 265/60R18 is arriving approximately September 2015.

*Please note: the technical advice given by us is only a recommendation based on the information provided by you. BFGoodrich is not responsible or liable for any damage due to utilization based on our technical advice.


Kind Regards,
The BFGoodrich Australia Team

[VK3GJM]

Hi Paul,

Mmm, very frustrating. All care no responsibility it seems.

Thanks for the update.

Regards

Gerald

[AnD3rew]

They have been consistently saying September for the 60, August for the 65, don't know if the 65s are now available.

[LRD414]

I saw this today at Lark Quarry out of Winton. At first I thought it was the "one" in 65 size. But then I noticed on closer inspection it says KO not KO2

97548

97549

Didn't see the owner.

Cheers,
Scott

[VK3GJM]

Hi All,

Some feedback from BOb Jane, trying to put pressure on KO2.

Hi Anthony,
Sorry for the belated reply. Please be advised that this size will be available in November and we cannot supply it in September.

Should you need any other information, please let me know.

Thanks

Best Regards,
Hamid Farzaneh

Sent from my iPhone

On 13 Aug 2015, at 9:15 am, Essendon T-Mart <bjessendon@tmarts.com.au> wrote:

Hi Hamid

I have a Customer that WANTS 6 x 265/60R18 BFG A/T KO2 (He wants the Product NOW)

This Product is Not available , but is coming ? Can You Get a Delivery Time on the arrival of this Size and Product

I want to Place a Back-Order for 6 Tyres ? I Need to Have Michelin RING Me prior to Delivery to Confirm that the Customer wants to Purchase

The customer needs the product By end of Sept , let's see how we Go

Thanks Again



Franchisee
Bob Jane T-Marts

[sctsprin]

Finally getting my 265/65r18s installed on Tuesday, yippeeee

[VK3GJM]

Hi sctsprin,


Are they the KO2?


Regards


Gerald

[sctsprin]

Hi Gerald, yep sure are, they became available on wednesday
Hopefully no issues with delivery and fitting, cross fingers :p


Hi sctsprin,


Are they the KO2?


Regards


Gerald

[VK3GJM]

Hi sctsprin,


Great, please post some photos and give us an assessment on fit, if there is rubbing etc. You may be the first.


I guess with LLAMS you can reset to new height. I use Gordon's rods only when needed to ensure max safety at normal (default) ride level.


Gordon has just told me, my 18" rims are ready for pick-up, so the time is right to lock in a tyre brand and size at this end.


Regards




Gerald

[sctsprin]

Hi Gerald
No worries, will do
Cheers
James

Hi sctsprin,


Great, please post some photos and give us an assessment on fit, if there is rubbing etc. You may be the first.


I guess with LLAMS you can reset to new height. I use Gordon's rods only when needed to ensure max safety at normal (default) ride level.


Gordon has just told me, my 18" rims are ready for pick-up, so the time is right to lock in a tyre brand and size at this end.


Regards




Gerald

[scarry]

Hi Gerald, yep sure are, they became available on wednesday
Hopefully no issues with delivery and fitting, cross fingers :p

Where from?If you don't want to divulge on public forum that is OK;)

[sctsprin]

I've been checking the BFG australia website every few days for months, and they finally showed up as "In Stores" on wednesday, which was a show holiday in brissie, so i called the local Bob Jane on thursday and booked in for next week, simples.


Where from?If you don't want to divulge on public forum that is OK;)

[AnD3rew]

Better not be November or it will be Duelers, and it better not be $599 or it will be Achilles Desert Hawk MT's

[sctsprin]

Okay, BFG LT 265/65r18s were fitted today
No rubbing with the wheels straight or at full lock, even at access height and llams -30 combined, there's a finger thickness all the way around
I drove around a few corners at full lock with no issues
Didn't try reversing though
Bit of a hum between 50-60kph

[sctsprin]

And another photo

[sctsprin]

And another

[Drizzle]

Looks great! Any noticeable difference in road handling behaviour etc?

[sctsprin]

Don't really know yet, only driven a few km on them, they do appear to mute the harshness of the roads slightly
Installers put 43psi in them all round
Should I return to the recommended pressures in the door label?


Looks great! Any noticeable difference in road handling behaviour etc?

[Drizzle]

I suspect it will be higher than the placard, as many running the previous KO's in the same size recommended higher pressures.

Try using the 4psi rule and let us know how you go:

http://www.aawen4x4.com.au

[scarry]

They look good,do they hum at higher speeds as well?

Spoke to my tyre guy,the 245/70/17 and 265/60/18 KO2 are in transit,will be in stores very late September or early October.
This is what his BFG rep has told him today.

[sctsprin]

They probably hum a little bit, but i can't hear it over the roof rack

definitely noisier than the 19" wrangler H/T they replaced


They look good,do they hum at higher speeds as well?

Spoke to my tyre guy,the 245/70/17 and 265/60/18 KO2 are in transit,will be in stores very late September or early October.
This is what his BFG rep has told him today.

[AnD3rew]

Would it be indelicate to ask what you paid for them?

[scarry]

Would it be indelicate to ask what you paid for them?

Got a price for them from my guy and i was shocked,he has them in stock also.
Mid $400's.

[sctsprin]

Very 😄
Im embarrassed by what I paid for them, but just wanted them.

$527....ouch




Got a price for them from my guy and i was shocked,he has them in stock also.
Mid $400's.

[sctsprin]

So I can confirm the tyres are nearly silent at highway speeds, as I snuck in behind a road train and the car went very quiet, which was nice

I had to let the spare tyre down to 5 psi to get to fit under the car, with the heat shields removed

[scarry]

The KO seemed to quieten down at higher speeds as well,but i thought it was more the noise was drowned by all the other noises.

[Graeme]

I'll find out how quiet my new LT275/55R20 KO2s are when they're fitted in a couple of days.

[Tombie]

Removing heat shields... Now there's a not so smart move if you've got your spare rubber kept under the vehicle.

[sctsprin]

My plan is to do a decent run, then see what sort of heat is down there, if it's cool, then don't worry, otherwise modify the heat shields to fit

[Tombie]

My plan is to do a decent run, then see what sort of heat is down there, if it's cool, then don't worry, otherwise modify the heat shields to fit


Hot days, low speed. Will be when it's worst..

My other concern. The shields do protect the leading edge of the spare from debris.


Truly. A car manufacturer will leave out a USB port to save money... Don't you think they'd leave the shields off if they didn't find any issues..

[sctsprin]

True true.
Hot days, low speed. Will be when it's worst..

My other concern. The shields do protect the leading edge of the spare from debris.


Truly. A car manufacturer will leave out a USB port to save money... Don't you think they'd leave the shields off if they didn't find any issues..

[Drizzle]

I'll find out how quiet my new LT275/55R20 KO2s are when they're fitted in a couple of days.

Any photos ? ;)

[Graeme]

A couple here..
http://www.aulro.com/afvb/l322-range-rover/223343-275-55r20-ko2-ltz-2.html#post2411431

[VK3GJM]

Hi All,


Any more news on the availability of 60 profile from anybody?


I need to decide this week, D697 18" on Gordon's new rims or keep running on the GG 19" till the 60 profiles arrive?


Regards




Gerald

[Drizzle]

Hi All,

Any more news on the availability of 60 profile from anybody?

I need to decide this week, D697 18" on Gordon's new rims or keep running on the GG 19" till the 60 profiles arrive?

Regards
Gerald

Jax have now got the 265/65R18 pricing up for the KO2
https://www.jaxtyres.com.au/tyres/brands/bfgoodrich/all-terrain-t-a-ko2

The 265/60R18 can't be too far away...

[scarry]

This arrived today,from BFG Aus,in relation to KO2

Thanks for your query, please be advised there has been a delay with stock coming into Australia,
the 265/60R18 is arriving approximately November 2015.

Done my last big trip, until probably around March next year,the old badly chipped BFG's survived,so i will probably put off getting a set of KO2 until early next year.

[johonda55]

Hey, I just got a set of BFG KO2 265/60/18 put on the car today. Had them on order for over two months waiting arrival in Australia. Apparently mine landed in oz only last week. Look great and fit well with the ARB Bullbar.

[Piddler]

Hey, I just got a set of BFG KO2 265/60/18 put on the car today. Had them on order for over two months waiting arrival in Australia. Apparently mine landed in oz only last week. Look great and fit well with the ARB Bullbar.


Photos?
Didn't happen without photos :D:wasntme:

Cheers

[johonda55]

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Photos?
Didn't happen without photos :D:wasntme:

Cheers
Ok, the visual proof. I think they look the part.

[johonda55]

More

[rufusking]

Nice! What's the car and rim colors?

[johonda55]

The car is a MY2010 D4 HSE. The wheels are the 18 inch compomotives.

[rufusking]

I'll reword the question, what color is the car? What color are the rims?

[Piddler]

101128
Ok, the visual proof. I think they look the part.


Yep that looks great, how do they ride?

Cheers

[scarry]

Yep that looks great, how do they ride?

Cheers

And how is road noise?

What sort of price?

[johonda55]

I have only had the tyres a few days but have done a few short stints at 100k and I think the tyres are very quiet and road manners are excellent. Certainly they are no noisier than the General Grabber AT2 tyres they replaced. They cost $470 fitted in Canberra.

[discojools]

Anybody down here in Melbourne or even better Mornington Peninsula who has fitted these BFG All Terrain KO or KO2 265/60/18 tyres? Am considering them but if they are too noisy will be put off.
I found the general Grabbers too noisy so worried.