What are the best Tires to buy in 235 70 16 - Land Rovers Only

SafariDave · 08-10-2008, 10:48 AM

I've had mixed reviews on BF Goodridge L/T and on Goodyear Integrity? Which are better for mainly on road/highway and very slight off-road wet & snow stable road driving. (my wife works at a horse stable)
thanks, guys.

ArmyRover · 08-10-2008, 04:44 PM

I'm generally not a fan of goodyear so I would go with the bfg. Given the two choices. If it was me though I would be looking at the equivalant in a Michilen

dr_kaiser · 08-10-2008, 06:56 PM

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Originally Posted by SafariDave

I've had mixed reviews on BF Goodridge L/T and on Goodyear Integrity? Which are better for mainly on road/highway and very slight off-road wet & snow stable road driving. (my wife works at a horse stable)
thanks, guys.

Not familiar with the L/T... A/T perhaps? Goodyear integrities are great for highway use with decent wet traction. Smaller Toyota and Lexus SUVs came with them from the factory in that size, so they're usually inexpensive for the quality of tire you're getting. However, I wouldn't recommend them for anything off road (wet grass, etc.) BFG is not a bad choice either (I prefer them over just about anything -- My RRC has them as well as my truck) and are hard to beat. Along with Army's recommendation, here's a little known fact. BFG is owned and manufactured by Michelin.

SafariDave · 08-10-2008, 08:47 PM

Thanks guys.
How about the Pirelly 245 70 16 and do I need a lift for them or is stock spring OK?
I had a blowout driving back to NYC from PA on route 80E in NJ on Wednesday night. They were doing extensive road work for about 3 to 4 miles there was only one crappy lane to drive on and it was dark. The top of my right rear tire came off and slammed against the right rear fender and dented it. I was able to drive to the side, but it scared the shit out of my wife and our dog. It also ripped out my towing cables and dented the mud flap wheel metal holder. Now I have to get some body work done on the rear fender it sucks. I should change all my tires in case they are too old. Funny my tapping noise stopped a week ago after using the Lucas stabilizer. I thought the Rover was going to crap out from the engine and it's running super solid since the Lucas Stabilizer. The dent is not pretty, but it did not stop our Rover from going to the stable this weekend.

XtremeMarine · 08-11-2008, 10:37 AM

Personally; for your wife's driving conditions, the fact that horse farms get muddy, and slick, quick, and the weight of the vehicle; I would go with the Yokohama GeoLandar HT/S or AT/S. I prefer the AT/S, but your wife might not see the advantage in buying a true All Terrain tire. The HT/S gives you most of the advantages of the AT without the harsher ride or noise. Myself, I don't notice them, but I have modified trucks. On a complete stocker, it may be noticeable.

gregory.pearson · 08-11-2008, 12:34 PM

Just my .02

I'm pretty psyched with the 235/70 Dunlop Radial Rovers that I just got. They came highly recommended, and I don't have any reason to be unhappy with them so far (all 200 miles logged). But I'm behind the wheel of a true stocker, used as a dd.

Glad to hear that everyone's ok

gregory.pearson · 08-13-2008, 06:48 PM

just curious, what'd you end up going with?

SafariDave · 08-28-2008, 01:28 PM

michelin cross terrain 235 70 16

Dutchgit · 08-29-2008, 12:03 PM

tirestest.com - Tyre reviews - an independent consumer survey

General Grabber AT2 seems to be alright.

08-10-2008, 10:48 AM	#1 (permalink)
SafariDave 1999 Disco II 'The Rhino' 170,000 miles and going Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Brooklyn, NY Posts: 246 Gallery: 0	What are the best Tires to buy in 235 70 16 I've had mixed reviews on BF Goodridge L/T and on Goodyear Integrity? Which are better for mainly on road/highway and very slight off-road wet & snow stable road driving. (my wife works at a horse stable) thanks, guys. __________________ The City is a Jungle. 1999 LR Disco II SD The Rhino 1991 RRC (Sold) We will miss the Turtle 1988 RRC (sold)

08-10-2008, 04:44 PM	#2 (permalink)
ArmyRover Rebuilding Rover Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: NH Posts: 2,365 Gallery: 0	I'm generally not a fan of goodyear so I would go with the bfg. Given the two choices. If it was me though I would be looking at the equivalant in a Michilen __________________ "Only two defining forces ever offered to die for you, Jesus Christ and the American G.I. One died for your soul, the other for your freedom." http://www.wheelinrovers.com/ 91 Range Rover Classic 90 RRC Parts truck 94 Saab gas mileage beater

08-10-2008, 08:47 PM	#4 (permalink)
SafariDave 1999 Disco II 'The Rhino' 170,000 miles and going Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Brooklyn, NY Posts: 246 Gallery: 0	Thanks guys. How about the Pirelly 245 70 16 and do I need a lift for them or is stock spring OK? I had a blowout driving back to NYC from PA on route 80E in NJ on Wednesday night. They were doing extensive road work for about 3 to 4 miles there was only one crappy lane to drive on and it was dark. The top of my right rear tire came off and slammed against the right rear fender and dented it. I was able to drive to the side, but it scared the shit out of my wife and our dog. It also ripped out my towing cables and dented the mud flap wheel metal holder. Now I have to get some body work done on the rear fender it sucks. I should change all my tires in case they are too old. Funny my tapping noise stopped a week ago after using the Lucas stabilizer. I thought the Rover was going to crap out from the engine and it's running super solid since the Lucas Stabilizer. The dent is not pretty, but it did not stop our Rover from going to the stable this weekend. __________________ The City is a Jungle. 1999 LR Disco II SD The Rhino 1991 RRC (Sold) We will miss the Turtle 1988 RRC (sold)

08-11-2008, 10:37 AM	#5 (permalink)
XtremeMarine Senior Member Join Date: May 2007 Posts: 1,590 Gallery: 0	Personally; for your wife's driving conditions, the fact that horse farms get muddy, and slick, quick, and the weight of the vehicle; I would go with the Yokohama GeoLandar HT/S or AT/S. I prefer the AT/S, but your wife might not see the advantage in buying a true All Terrain tire. The HT/S gives you most of the advantages of the AT without the harsher ride or noise. Myself, I don't notice them, but I have modified trucks. On a complete stocker, it may be noticeable. __________________ "In certain places, at certain hours, gazing at the sea is dangerous. It is what looking at a woman sometimes is." - Victor Hugo Originally Posted by Elemental Some guys play hard to get, I play hard to want.

08-28-2008, 01:28 PM	#8 (permalink)
SafariDave 1999 Disco II 'The Rhino' 170,000 miles and going Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Brooklyn, NY Posts: 246 Gallery: 0	michelin cross terrain 235 70 16 __________________ The City is a Jungle. 1999 LR Disco II SD The Rhino 1991 RRC (Sold) We will miss the Turtle 1988 RRC (sold)

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08-11-2008, 12:34 PM	#6 (permalink)
gregory.pearson 1990 RRC Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Newport, Rhode Island Posts: 55 Gallery: 0	Just my .02 I'm pretty psyched with the 235/70 Dunlop Radial Rovers that I just got. They came highly recommended, and I don't have any reason to be unhappy with them so far (all 200 miles logged). But I'm behind the wheel of a true stocker, used as a dd. Glad to hear that everyone's ok

08-13-2008, 06:48 PM	#7 (permalink)
gregory.pearson 1990 RRC Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Newport, Rhode Island Posts: 55 Gallery: 0	just curious, what'd you end up going with?

08-29-2008, 12:03 PM	#9 (permalink)
Dutchgit Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Germany Posts: 102 Gallery: 0	tirestest.com - Tyre reviews - an independent consumer survey General Grabber AT2 seems to be alright. __________________ Nothing is sure but death and taxes.

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