Overland Essentials: All About Tires | A few things that may surprise you! 

As a new WK2 owner ive been watching a bunch of your videos! Appreciate all the info!

I just put taller tires on my hemi grand. I went from a 265 60 18 to a 265 65 18 landspyder AT tires and I absolutely love them. I had Goodyear wrangler fortitude tires on before, and they were mostly a street tire, but very thin sidewalls. My landspyder ATs are an 8 ply tire with really aggressive tread and ample protection. I highly recommend them.

I love my nitto ridge grapplers in 255/70/18 32" according to nittos chart. The spare also fits perfectly

Great videos, Brad! I just bought a JGC Trailhawk and I’m looking forward to my first off-road experience with it. Your videos have helped a great deal. Thanks!

Man Brad just spewing the knowledge on us in this one. Great stuff sir

Toyo Open Country AT3 feels amazing in snow/ice/gravel/mud and also (something important to me) rain driving on the pavement. I used to drive 45 miles per hour on the Wrangler tires and Falken tires in weather. Now I can confidently drive the speed limit.

Running Cooper Discoverer AT3 on our JGC 4x4 and real happy with both on and off-road performance. It is a good 50/50 tire.

I just bought landspyder ats for my grand and I went with a taller tire in a 265 65 18 tire over a 265 60 18 tires and I have 40 psi in all 4 tires and they are excellent

Appreciate how you break it down. Very thorough. Thanks!

Can you please post your top 3 brand and tire size options for your vehicle?

Majority of people could benefit from watching this episode.

Bravo! Super informative and as objective and focused as you can get it. Thank you, Brad!

Getting different tires for my Trailhawk so this video helped out a lot thanks!

I like the perspective with a heavier vehicle. I found under 15 psi on rocks in my Grand Cherokee seemed too low regardless of what the forums said.

Using your channel to help convince me to go from a Cherokee trailhawk to a grand Cherokee trailhawk.

Appreciate the analytical approach to thinking through tire pressures vs vehicle weight, etc. Now feel better about running my GC Overland at 20-30 PSI

This is a great and very informative video about tires and off-roading! I drive a 2015 Grand Cherokee Limited and live in Dubai at the moment. Started going to the desert and mountains with a group of WK2s and your videos have been very helpful in my off-roading experience building. I think it’s very cool you take your family all over the country to experience the outdoors. Thanks for the videos and keep up the good work, and the fun!

BTW, my 32" Goodyear Wrangler Duratracs are actually closer to 31-1/2 inches in diameter, but they are considered "32 inch class" when shopping around for tires. I agree that 31.5 inches in diameter (and not too wide) are about the maximum that you ought to go on a Quadralift WK2.

I just put a set of taller tires on my 2011 hemi grand. I just put a set of landspyder AT tires on my jeep, and these tires are incredible! They are very aggressive and I have no worries about busting a sidewall off roading, because these are an 8 ply tire. They are a newer tire, but I would put them up against any tire on the market! Also they go great in deep snow

Look into hybrid tires, I think you would really benefit what you do. I just switched from Toyo Open Country AT3's in a 265/70R18 to the Open Country R/T's in a 285/65R18 and I'm super impressed, road noise and comfort is excellent and your getting a great all around tire. 10 ply construction and E load rating which is great for that 6k+lb rig you have. If your willing to take a slight hit on sand and snow traction for massive gains on the trails, this is a great option.

Great video! I'd want to buy tires with a strong side wall rating. Especially if you're running on rough trails with low pressure in the tires.

I’ve been very happy with my Goodyear Wrangler Duratracs on my JKUR

Love this info. It's been SO helpful. Thanks as always!

On my 2013 JGC I ran 275/65/18 on a 0 offset rim with a 5 backspacing. The rig had a RRO 2.5” lift. Absolutely beautiful setup, wheeled it in Glamis, Ocitillo, Johnson Valley, Pismo, Big Bear, and the occasional Azusa Canyon run. Never had clearance issues lock to lock even under preload. Yes you do have to trim a piece on the front wheel wells behind the tire, but it was well worth it. I’ve wheeled with other JGC Quadra-lift owners and the added clearance of the tires/lift outweighs the E-LSD in the Quadra drive models in my opinion. Sold the Jeep, regretted it and bought not one but two more JGCs. One is a 2014 diesel Quadra trac II with the same exact lift/tire/wheel combo as my previous JGC, and the other a 2021 80th anniversary V6 Quadra trac II that has not yet been modded. Trust the BLDs, they work! Get the Springs (or delete the air lift) and get the 32s! As to pressure, off road I ran about 20psi on dirt and sand. You don’t need to go down to 10psi like to big guys do, not enough tire to warrant that. With my 9” rim width the tire balloons out nicely at 20psi (BFG KO2).

Thanks for covering this topic.

Forums, gotta love the keyboard PHDs.

Beastmode_wk2 here, awesome video Brad! Ordering rock rails this week, gonna do our best to make it to Hot Springs!

Wow great vid man! Exactly what I needed to know.

Thanks for the clarity Enjoying my 2021 LTD on the beach in NC at 36 ( stock ) PSI so far

Brad, since Sedona I put 277/65/18 Wild Peaks on my 20 GC. I have AirLinks on the front. The tires are performing well, but in more aggressive off road I've noticed rubbing in normal height. One I go to off road 1, the rubbing stops. Great video

Good call, Brad! I swear by Discount Tire. Been going to them for over 35 years for all OEM replacements on my 4x4s, sports cars, and sedans.

What PSI one person uses is irrelevant to everyone else unless they have the same car, same weight, same tire, and same traction conditions. The answer to 'what PSI should I use' is actually "the maximum amount of PSI below max COLD PSI you can that gives you the traction you need to get through that situation."

Great video for the noobs. I've run the Falken A/T3W on a few vehicles and loved them However, they've gone up in price. On my 2017 WK@ TH I chose the Falken Rubitrek. So far, it's everything and maybe more than the A/T3W's. There's a little more tread gap. Definitely noisier than the All seasons that came with it but, nothing I would complain about. Keep up the great work with the videos!

Just wanted you to know that mostly due to your recommendation of them (and some of my own research) I just bought a full set of Falken Wildpeak A/T3W tires for our '17 GC Trailhawk. See you on the trails!

Your right on the tires!

A 275/65 should be possible but requires modifications inside the wheelwell. It is easy to find instructions for how to modify the wheelwell for this, if you want that additional 10mm of width. From 265 to 275 all other parameters equal, you only gain 6mm in ground clearance.

Yep, I have a discount tires aka America’s Tire in some states. My falcons never an issue

I have a 14 JGC overland with the 20” wheels and running Cooper Discoverer AT3 4S and have been very impressed with the overall performance both on and off road. And they are made is the USA which is a nice bonus. I would like to change to 18’s the next time I need tires. (And new wheels obviously) On the trail, I run about 25 psi to be safe right now.

Ahhhh...here are the wheel pictures. 🤔😁🤙 Good info. I like your logic. .

Excellent and well thought out points. Thank you!

What an informative video! Bravo! I have learned so much by watching your video, Brad, than I have by off-roading thus far by myself. Again, the terrain in Greece and Italy, where I am used to, is so different, but your points are universal. I only wish I knew what you have taught me here when I was living/off-roading in Saudi Arabia and Indonesia! Thanks.

Awesome, very helpful! Tires are next for the WK2!

Great video as always!

Thx brad for always givin an honest humble opinion. I dig that ! & yeah the forums are terrible with so much hate lol 🤣. Happy new years to you and the fam, cheers brotha !

Great video Brad! Always nice to hear real world facts. 👍

This is a great channel. I'm surprised you don't have a lot more subs. 👍

Good info for some new off-roaders!

Very informative! I hope to purchase a Trailhawk in the next week, and then off to the trails, can’t wait!

As always thank you Brad for sharing your experiences and evaluations. Real world testing surely out weighs opinion.

Really helpful video! Great insight for a beginner.

Great video. I’m picking up my Trailhawk in April and this answered a lot of GC specific questions I had. Previous OR experience is shift to 4wd and step on the skinny pedal. 😬

All you have to know about tires, is know someone with bigger ones to pull you out! :) week old jgc trail hawk.. getting Michelin premier ltx on next weekend. 90% highway, off road is at gravel pits I work at, with heavy equipment around I can use. Is that cheating? Bought a compressor to put in Jeep to adjust tire tire pressure.. thanks for the starting points on that. :)

If you're moving to Asheville, you should definitely try out McDowell tire in Marion. Best place to buy tires

bro they are right specially when you went on sand you made the jeep look bad you need to lower you pressure more bro you make everything go smoother

You nailed it pal, great video!

Great Video as usual 👍

Great video. Very informative !

I live near Uwharrie love to know when yall will be headed that way next

So Brad, when are you going to some 275/65's (or larger)? Would love to know how large you can go with what degree of trimming to expect...I really enjoy your channel, thanks for all the great content!!!

I'm going to 17in rims and will probably be getting the KO2 275/70/17

tire pressure highway like 75mph, new trailhawk last week Feels floating around upfront

Link in description does not work. Tried to see what gear you all use but link was not working. Also could not find a menu link from website to gear used section.

Im currently Running 265 65 18 nitto grappler 2 on my 2018 trailhawk. So it "fits" however when I have to back into my garage due to clearance I have to be in entry/exit level which will cause rubbing. Appreciate the video. If your doing midwest meet up Chicagoland area go to spot would be badlands in Attica, IN.

I had 10 ply tires on wife’s 2000 Jeep Wrangler and she drove 40 miles to get home on 4 flat tires without realizing it because the sidewalls were so stiff!

Unless it's for heavy deep snow or mud, I don't usually air down

Just put on 265/70/18 Falkens, and my only concerns is slight rubbing on the fuel fillter tube, other than that it's just some light fender lining wear.

Our JK weighs 5600lbs unloaded and I run between 12-20psi off road depending on the terrain (I don’t hang out in sand, but I would go down to 10 or so if I did). I might be able to run lower, but I’d rather have a little more pressure than risk popping a bead and severely damaging a tire. Great video, as always, I miss your face!

V6 VS V8 Brad...you nailed my number 1 question. I've ordered my JGC Trailhawk but it's not too late to get the Hemi.

Hopefully you'll see the very late question... My Trailhawk came with All Terrain "Adventure" tires. I believe the "Adventure" part comes from teaching your kids how to change flat tires. In 12,000 km (7.5K miles) I've had 2 serious punctures through the tread (on paved and gravel road not even when we've been in the back country). It's funny that the spare has had no problems. I haven't had a flat since 1989 so good times. So looking into Duratrac in 10 ply. However after this video I'm wondering if sidewall might be too stiff. Can you comment? PLEASE! THANKS

Love your channel! I will be buying a trailhawk within the week. Your videos have been super helpful. I live in NJ let me know if you are aware of any meetups in the northeast

Add another wk2 to the list with Falken Wildpeak at3w. Great on road in wet and dry, didn’t get stuck at Bridgeport even when I had the Jeep almost up to the hood in mud and water and I like they have the winter rating for the rare snow we get here. I haven’t found them any louder than stock and my mph only slightly went down from the added rolling weight. I’m already looking forward to going up to 275/65r18 if I can find a deal. I’m looking at a 255/70r18 for the spare, same outside diameter but thin enough to fit under the lid of the spare tire area.

I've got the 275's (k02) and it keeps the lid from shutting by

I saw on another RU-vid video that with the Active Drive ii that you need to replace all your tires at the same time, or the clutch in the Active Drive will burn up. Have you heard this and what has your experience been like. P.S. note the vehicle he was replacing the clutch had about 100,000 miles. His RU-vid Chanel is called car wizard

Falken Wildpeak Trail or AT3W!!! Nuff said.

I have a 2015 WK2 V6 Quadra lift with trail rated badging. I live in Columbia SC and would live one day to wheel with you. You have inspired and terrified me. I have no mods right now, but I flirt with going all on on the Chief Line of gear I've seen on your rides. The bumper, the front and rear, underside and rock rail combo! Its about $4,800! I've got 75,000 easy miles on it, do you think its to old to put this money into it? It runs beautifully, its been maintained. Thanks!!

I appreciate the tire insight. I have a 2015 WK2 Overland with the diesel. It just turned 160K miles and I've worn out the original Michelin tires. I replaced them with 265/60 Michelin Defender LTX M/S and they worked fairly well off-road and great on the highway. When these wore out I replaced them with BFG KO2s. As much as I wanted to like these tires I hated them. They are very heavy and work OK on the highway and in snow. They are almost too stiff (load range E) for off-road. The most recent tires I purchased are Michelin Cross Climate SUV and these are amazing on the highway and work very well in the winter in snow conditions. However these tires aren't designed to go off-road and in fact are prone to spinning on a grassy lawn. I still have the KO2s mounted on wheel and am debating on replacing them. I'm wondering about Goodyear Dura Tracs or the Toyo Open Country A/T IIIs? I need a tire that I can use in the winter as we get lots of snow in North Idaho.

Two questions Brad: 1- did you do any type of computer mods to the Jeep for the larger tires? Years ago I had a ‘95 Cherokee that I put 30s on (largest that would fit without a lift). I basically calculated that it was a 10% increase in circumference, so if my speedometer said 60, I was really going 66. Got a few tickets when I wasn’t paying attention... 2- where did you come up with the name “prodigal overland”? We have 2 grand cherokees, a 2011 with the off road package (coil springs), and a 2021 Trailhawk (I traded my 2015 rubicon in for it). Absolutely love the videos!

Been binge watching your videos. Love the tutorial nature of your vids, and hoping to use it to transform my 2017 JCG Limited for some off-roading up here in the North East. My main question would be should lifting my suspension since I don't have that inherent capability be my first move, or should I start adding rock sliders and skid plates?

Hello I really enjoy your videos I have a 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee limited without air suspension and I wanted to know can I go with the 265 65 18 I would like to get ko2s thank you

Great video! Just what I was looking for! Was wondering if you have any idea what the lowest psi you would go on a 265/50/r20 wildpeak a/t tire?

First of all I love your channel. Wife and I bought a brand new Grand Cherokee trailhawk in 2018, with the hemi. We have only 18,000 mi, and we've had tons of problems with this vehicle. One of the major problems we've had, twice we went to the garage and our vehicle looked like a low rider. Other words the air suspension has failed twice. Both times we had to have it loaded onto a rollback cuz they told us not to drive it. Do you think if we went to the same size tire as you, that we could still drive it onto a rollback without tearing up the fenders?

Hi from Exmouth Australia. I just purchased a 2014/15 Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland, but decided to go for the 3.6L pentastar, the 3.0L diesel is the go-to in Australia, but the big increase in diesel prices and the many short trip, I feel the petrol V6 is better option. I will be going 18" rims and AT's in the near future and can't wait to some off roading in the model. Do you think the V6 petrol is as good off road compared to the other engine, I'm not talking about real serious crazy off road. Any mods you think would be good with this engine, or good enough in standard form.

Do you have a lift kit on your Grand Cherokee trailhawk as well or just the original air suspension?

Love my KO2 10 Ply 285/70/18 on my Grand Cherokee. If anyone is wanting to go on a trail or something near Louisville Ky let me know.

You mentioned you fit a 265/65/18 spare in the back. Do you mean that you replaced the thinner OEM spare, with an ACTUAL full size tire/wheel spare? Also did it fit in the compartment inflated or did you need to deflate it so you could close the spare storage compartment? Great Video btw!

I keep hitting the subscribe button... lol. Good look at tires and also a political dodge on what to buy. (nice) I liked. Lots of peeps just try to sell what they bought without any knowledge. I like some data. You provided. Hope all is well. Pam is putting last touches on "the video back by the river". See ya soon. V6 rules... lol.. as long as you are not pulling anything more than a side by...

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Hi in Australia Jeep GC are popular but available function info sucks. We have dirt roads very common in country areas, many corrugated. Advice is to use 4wd on dirt even at speed (80kph) with GC that means stop select 4wd high, move on ... is that your experience or leave it in auto mode?

How do you air up after trailing?

What about a 275/60r18 (More width). The reason why I am not wanting a Limited is because of the SRT seats in the Trailhawk. I do not see myself going off-road... what All Season tire would you recommend? Do the Wildpeaks you have make a lot of road noise vs OEM? Do you feel I would be better off going taller (265/65r18) vs slightly wider/taller (275/60r18)? Thank you!

How is it to live on the road could you share pros and cons? Or link me to a video that you’d already shared.

I’m running a jeep Grand Cherokee with 18 inch wheels what wheel spacers would you recommend?

Your wk2 tires size and info please Regards

I'm curious of what type of tires are you using? Currently I have a 2004 vw touareg that I have finally got back from the shop for routine maintenance. My curb weight is 5,600 pounds, loaded 6,700 pounds. Any thoughts of a tire for my rig?

Your GC is 6500 lbs? Yikes, how'd you manage that? Stock GC TH is about 5100 lbs, I believe. Jeeps are too heavy.

What do you think about wheel spacers?

Question not related to tire pressure, I own the 5.7 wk2 trailhawk. I’ve been noticing that my coolant temperature runs between 230 and 245 when I’m off-roading. Is this normal?

Man this video certainly doesn't help my wallet. I've been debating whether to drop down to 18" wheels on my WK2 Overland so I could have a higher profile tire. Now seeing this video it's really got me thinking if I should go out and by 5 new wheels and tires.

where can i buy the same rims

I like your channel I got a 12 overland summit it comes with 20 rims can I take it off road