LT or P Tires ?
My old stock Wrangler AT "P" rated 265 70R 17 tires are up for replacement. I know the "LT" are optimum for towing, but was wondering if I really need them? Cost is not a factor between the P and ...
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donn0128 wrote:
Mileage hit? Never heard of that excuse against LT tires. IMHO there is one and only one thing against a LT tire. They will ride a bit stiffer.
Most things I've read, state because the LT tire is a good 10# heavier than their equivalent "P" rated tire, that you will loose roughly 2 MPG. (It takes more effort to move a heavier mass tire from stop).
