I am fretting over the tires I ordered for my new Denali

[Jocko PDX]

Last week I ordered 285 50 22 Yokohama Geolander A/T G015's to replace my stock Bridgestones 275 50-22 street tires. I had originally decided on the Nitto Recon Grappler, but then when I was doing internet research, it seemed apparent that the Geolander would really be a better snow/rain tire than the Nitto. What I was reading is that the Nitto has limited siping and has not enough spaces between the tread blocks to dissipate water on the road. So the Geolander is probably a better tire (based on what I have read) than the Nitto for my needs right now. I have a Z71 suburban and a Jeep Grand Cherokee for my off gravel road fishing trips, so I don't have to have an aggressive tread tire on the Denali. My hesitancy comes from the fact that the Geolander has very limited side wall tread, and a not so aggressive tread in general, which takes away from the off-road look. I was really hoping to gain some off road look for this rig as it is on the "fancy" side for my liking. If I had my druthers, I would have ordered BFG K02, but the closest size they come in is the 295 50 22. Discount tire is saying that putting this tire on is not a good ide as the rim is 9" wide and the K02 is 11.6" wide.. The Yokohama is 11.2" which is in the acceptable range apparently. It is possible that I will like the looks of the Geolander, but I wont know until it is on the rim... Then it is too late, no going back at that point.. I think at this point I could still return the Geolanders that are on order (Ihave not paid a deposit) and just pay a small re-stocking fee as long as I buy my tires at Discount Tire. Am I being silly about the appearance? The Geolanders are also $550 less $ than the BFG. I would appreciate any feedback on this.

 

[Joseph Garcia]

If off-road/aggressive appearance is important to you, then you are not being silly. It is just your preference, which you are totally entitled to.

For tire/rim acceptable fits, I recommend that you call the tire manufacturer and discuss your concern. Most major tire manufacturers have a technical support team (not simply sales), who can give you guidance in this area. When I considered the Michelin Defender tire size 305/50/x20 for my 07 Yukon XL Denali, I was concerned about the stock 8.5" rim width, and the Michelin Defender spec indicated that an 8.5" rim was the minimum of its acceptable rim widths. So, I called Michelin and discussed my concern. They stated that the 8.5" rim was totally acceptable for their 305/50x20 tire size, stating that there would be slightly more tire roll when hard cornering versus a 9" or wider rim. So, I went with the 305/50x20 tire size, and I have had no issues with them.

If you would consider a more conventional tire look, I would suggest that you consider the Michelin Defender tire. They are not cheap, but you will get 70,000 miles out of them. Though classified as an all season tire, I have had not problems at all with them in the NH winter.

 

[Jocko PDX]

If off-road/aggressive appearance is important to you, then you are not being silly. It is just your preference, which you are totally entitled to.

For tire/rim acceptable fits, I recommend that you call the tire manufacturer and discuss your concern. Most major tire manufacturers have a technical support team (not simply sales), who can give you guidance in this area. When I considered the Michelin Defender tire size 305/50/x20 for my 07 Yukon XL Denali, I was concerned about the stock 8.5" rim width, and the Michelin Defender spec indicated that an 8.5" rim was the minimum of its acceptable rim widths. So, I called Michelin and discussed my concern. They stated that the 8.5" rim was totally acceptable for their 305/50x20 tire size, stating that there would be slightly more tire roll when hard cornering versus a 9" or wider rim. So, I went with the 305/50x20 tire size, and I have had no issues with them.

If you would consider a more conventional tire look, I would suggest that you consider the Michelin Defender tire. They are not cheap, but you will get 70,000 miles out of them. Though classified as an all season tire, I have had not problems at all with them in the NH winter.

That is good advice. I will try calling BFG. As far as the Defender goes, I am sure they are great tires. We have Michelin on my daughters Ford fusion and they are fantastic. But for this rig, I want something more aggressive..

 

[Jocko PDX]

If off-road/aggressive appearance is important to you, then you are not being silly. It is just your preference, which you are totally entitled to.

For tire/rim acceptable fits, I recommend that you call the tire manufacturer and discuss your concern. Most major tire manufacturers have a technical support team (not simply sales), who can give you guidance in this area. When I considered the Michelin Defender tire size 305/50/x20 for my 07 Yukon XL Denali, I was concerned about the stock 8.5" rim width, and the Michelin Defender spec indicated that an 8.5" rim was the minimum of its acceptable rim widths. So, I called Michelin and discussed my concern. They stated that the 8.5" rim was totally acceptable for their 305/50x20 tire size, stating that there would be slightly more tire roll when hard cornering versus a 9" or wider rim. So, I went with the 305/50x20 tire size, and I have had no issues with them.

If you would consider a more conventional tire look, I would suggest that you consider the Michelin Defender tire. They are not cheap, but you will get 70,000 miles out of them. Though classified as an all season tire, I have had not problems at all with them in the NH winter.

i called BFG customer service. They were of no help could barely speak english and really didn't know what they were doing..

 

[olyelr]

A 295 tire is just fine on a 9” wide wheel. I put 305’s on my wifes high country probly 40-50k miles ago….wearing just fine. Absolutely no issues.

 

[the blur]

Be prepared for road noise.

 

[BlackandChrome]

I've used the Yokohama Geolander A/T G015 on my Denali and previously on my Avalanche. They are a great all around tire. Good on the beach. Good in rain. Good in snow. They have a somewhat aggressive look to them without sounding like an airplane. My brother runs/ran the Nitto offroad tires on his Suburban and previous Avalanche. Never complained on the beach or the snow. I probably paid 1/2-3/4 and had MUCH less road noise.

 

[Jocko PDX]

I got them put on yesterday and an happy with how they look and they are quiet Time will tell how they do on gravel/snow rain

 

[Trey Hardy]

Last week I ordered 285 50 22 Yokohama Geolander A/T G015's to replace my stock Bridgestones 275 50-22 street tires. I had originally decided on the Nitto Recon Grappler, but then when I was doing internet research, it seemed apparent that the Geolander would really be a better snow/rain tire than the Nitto. What I was reading is that the Nitto has limited siping and has not enough spaces between the tread blocks to dissipate water on the road. So the Geolander is probably a better tire (based on what I have read) than the Nitto for my needs right now. I have a Z71 suburban and a Jeep Grand Cherokee for my off gravel road fishing trips, so I don't have to have an aggressive tread tire on the Denali. My hesitancy comes from the fact that the Geolander has very limited side wall tread, and a not so aggressive tread in general, which takes away from the off-road look. I was really hoping to gain some off road look for this rig as it is on the "fancy" side for my liking. If I had my druthers, I would have ordered BFG K02, but the closest size they come in is the 295 50 22. Discount tire is saying that putting this tire on is not a good ide as the rim is 9" wide and the K02 is 11.6" wide.. The Yokohama is 11.2" which is in the acceptable range apparently. It is possible that I will like the looks of the Geolander, but I wont know until it is on the rim... Then it is too late, no going back at that point.. I think at this point I could still return the Geolanders that are on order (Ihave not paid a deposit) and just pay a small re-stocking fee as long as I buy my tires at Discount Tire. Am I being silly about the appearance? The Geolanders are also $550 less $ than the BFG. I would appreciate any feedback on this.

You can never have enough tire I’d rather have a wider tire then my rims so you don’t have to worry about curbs
I’ve always ran atleast a 12.50” wide tire on stock 9” wide wheels no issues
I’ve ran narrow tires with wider wheels and wide wheels with even wider tires
It’s all on your preference

24x10 on 33/12.50s

275/65 on a x12 wide wheel

33/11.50 on a x12 wide wheel

35/15.50 on a x14 wide wheel
Hope this gives you a better picture of what you may or may not want.

 

[Trey Hardy]

I got them put on yesterday and an happy with how they look and they are quiet Time will tell how they do on gravel/snow rain

Ah just seen this after I posted lol