stock tires on 2010 Z71 Tahoe

[Canuckian]

Hi....Just waiting for my Z71 and was wondering what kind of AT tires come on the 2010's with the offroad package? I read that the 08's and 09's came with Bridgestone Dueler AT's but I was kinda hoping GM decided to go another way this year. Those tires cam stock on our Jeep and other than the fact that they lasted ok mileage-wise, they sucked A$$ in every other respect. I asked the salesman (useless) but, as I expected, he had no clue other than what's listed on the spec sheet and that says the size and that they are black walled A/T's.

anyone know? I just want to prepare myself in advance if I have to look at spending an extra $1000 or so after I take delivery.

thanks!

 

[Mgyver1]

Hi....Just waiting for my Z71 and was wondering what kind of AT tires come on the 2010's with the offroad package? I read that the 08's and 09's came with Bridgestone Dueler AT's but I was kinda hoping GM decided to go another way this year. Those tires cam stock on our Jeep and other than the fact that they lasted ok mileage-wise, they sucked A$$ in every other respect. I asked the salesman (useless) but, as I expected, he had no clue other than what's listed on the spec sheet and that says the size and that they are black walled A/T's.

anyone know? I just want to prepare myself in advance if I have to look at spending an extra $1000 or so after I take delivery.

thanks!

I wouldn't set the bar very high on stock tires. The Z71 package is more for looks than anything. I mean, they put a larger diameter rim on an "offroad" vehicle. All the manufacturers do the same thing, like Ford and their FX4 package with 20" rims.

 

[Canuckian]

oh I'm quite aware that this isn't a true offroad package and I don't expect it to perform as one. I have an f250 on 36 inch IROKs for offroad. I just want a decent tire for rain, slush, snow , mild "off the beaten path"runs, etc. The Bridgestones sucked on all accounts and we tend ot get a lot of challenging road conditions here in eastern Canada. I replaced them with Goodyear Wrangler Silent Armor tires on our Jeep and it was like night and day. I suppose the Bridgestones are a little better than those Ameritracks or whatever they were called GM put on stock ZR2's when I had one in 05.

anyways, just trying to find out what the stock tires will be.......

 

[Canuckian]

drove through the dealers lot today and there was my Tahoe.....got dropped off last night I guess. My fears were realized....Bridgestone Dueler AT's....BAH!!! I'll have to see if I can negotiate some sensible tires into the deal when they call me to give me a time that I can pick it up. deal isn't really done yet (haven't signed anything) so hopefully there's some wiggle room. Everything else about the truck is perfect though!!! can't wait!!!!

 

[Zed 71]

Nice and post pics when you pick it up! I thought the Bridgestones Dueler ATs were ok, of course they aren't my first pick of tires (or even on the list). I put ~42k miles on them and they still had a lot of tread left.

Yes the Z71 package is a very mild off-road upgrade. Other than the appearance stuff, it comes with upgraded shocks, skid plates, and high capacity intake filter. NBS also had stiffer springs which I am assuming the NNBS does also. I liked the ride a lot better compared to the non-Z71. The higher bumper actually comes in handy in regards to clearance (compared to non-Z71). Mine had the optional rear locker.

 

[Canuckian]

didn't bother with haggling for new tires. We had the baby with us and he was fussing a bit so we just grabbed the Tahoe and the rubber mats I got them to throw in and hit the road. These tires will do fine until winter or until I can find a good deal on something better.
you are right about the ride being stiffer on the Z71. The one we test drove was a non-Z71 and felt a little "floaty" for my liking. No doubt the ride in the one we tested was a little smoother but I'd rather the ride in the Z71.