So, we’ve just done a VanCompass 2 inch Topo2.0 lift at our dealer. Very happy with the results! But, and why does there always have to be a but, anyway they installed a BFG KO2 size 245/70R16 and here’s the but…in a D rated tire as opposed to the E rated tire we had originally discussed.
I don’t want to go crazy over tires sizes here, just load ratings. The van is a 2022 AWD HR148 Extended. It is built out, 36 gallons of water(not always full when travelling obviously) 4 batteries and full electrical in the back, and I do carry 4 bikes, 2 mountain and 2 gravel, and other gear, paddle boards, climbing stuff, chairs and the usual stuff you’d have in a camper off grid van. Compost toilet and shower as well.
Basically is a D rated tire enough to carry that weight? Or, do I ask them to go back to an E rated tire? I also understand that to get the E rating I need a 255/70R16 tire. Is there much of a visual difference between tire sizes on the van? Will the 255 stick out from the body much more than the 245? Or is it just better to have the E rated tire on than the D?
Sorry for the long drawn out post/question, but the van is ready to be picked up, I just don’t want to accept it unless I’m sure of the tire load rating is enough and it will be safe to drive. They are willing to change the tires, just not sure if I should or not. Also, they are mounted on Black Rino Wheels.
Thanks in advance to any reply's I get! And a bigger thanks to quick reply’s! Haha! I just want my van back, but I want it back right!
Bryan
I don’t want to go crazy over tires sizes here, just load ratings. The van is a 2022 AWD HR148 Extended. It is built out, 36 gallons of water(not always full when travelling obviously) 4 batteries and full electrical in the back, and I do carry 4 bikes, 2 mountain and 2 gravel, and other gear, paddle boards, climbing stuff, chairs and the usual stuff you’d have in a camper off grid van. Compost toilet and shower as well.
Basically is a D rated tire enough to carry that weight? Or, do I ask them to go back to an E rated tire? I also understand that to get the E rating I need a 255/70R16 tire. Is there much of a visual difference between tire sizes on the van? Will the 255 stick out from the body much more than the 245? Or is it just better to have the E rated tire on than the D?
Sorry for the long drawn out post/question, but the van is ready to be picked up, I just don’t want to accept it unless I’m sure of the tire load rating is enough and it will be safe to drive. They are willing to change the tires, just not sure if I should or not. Also, they are mounted on Black Rino Wheels.
Thanks in advance to any reply's I get! And a bigger thanks to quick reply’s! Haha! I just want my van back, but I want it back right!
Bryan
