TheLoyale Posted January 13, 2015 Author Share Posted January 13, 2015 So I am looking at getting 235/75/15 BFGoodrich KM2s for the Loyale, I'm pretty set on these tires are they have been good on the Landcruiser, just dunno if I wanna blow $660 for a set of 4. Been looking into other options for quality tires as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
92loyale59 Posted January 13, 2015 Share Posted January 13, 2015 a very cheap alternative are Kenda klevers they are a similar design of the Toyo Mud Terrains which I am NOT a fan of but I bought them for my car for 450 bucks mounted and balanced with new lug nuts and I am very happy with them and I wheel my car pretty hard and they do th job . They are aewsome in the snow also.I also almost bought the BFG km2's but I decided to save some money the design of the cam 2 is a lot better but they both work really good for a lifted Subaru 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheLoyale Posted January 14, 2015 Author Share Posted January 14, 2015 (edited) Good call on the Klever MTs. I'm actually thinking of going with these, The design looks decent and the specs look pretty good. How have they held up for road driving? Is the compound hard enough where it'll last ok for freeway use? Also, does it say how many ply they are? I am guessing 3-ply since they are C rated. 30x9.5R15LT Guess for the price I can't turn these down! If the KM2s were a bit cheaper I would go with them Hands down, I've always liked BFG tires. Edited January 14, 2015 by TheLoyale Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
92loyale59 Posted January 16, 2015 Share Posted January 16, 2015 They seem to have a good compound that will last . I havr only had them since christmas eve but they are perform great . I have always like bfg also its just the price is to high for my build ha 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheLoyale Posted January 19, 2015 Author Share Posted January 19, 2015 Spreading the word of Patrick Anderson's Design and Fabrication! My car is gonna run his Front 6" kit. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Prwa101 Posted January 19, 2015 Share Posted January 19, 2015 I love it man! Appreciate it!! Spreading the word of Patrick Anderson's Design and Fabrication! My car is gonna run his Front 6" kit. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Loyale 2.7 Turbo Posted January 21, 2015 Share Posted January 21, 2015 Spreading the word of Patrick Anderson's Design and Fabrication! My car is gonna run his Front 6" kit. That would be Awesome!!! Don't forget to share Photos with us. Kind Regards. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
92loyale59 Posted February 8, 2015 Share Posted February 8, 2015 Hey its my car lol i see it every where 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheLoyale Posted February 20, 2015 Author Share Posted February 20, 2015 Well, after I get my tax return, I am ordering a set of these tires and will get them mounted on the new wheels! Then the Pugs are possibly getting BFGoodrich Radial T/As and are going on the Coupe. Good call on the Klever MTs. I'm actually thinking of going with these, The design looks decent and the specs look pretty good. How have they held up for road driving? Is the compound hard enough where it'll last ok for freeway use? Also, does it say how many ply they are? I am guessing 3-ply since they are C rated. 30x9.5R15LT Guess for the price I can't turn these down! If the KM2s were a bit cheaper I would go with them Hands down, I've always liked BFG tires. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bratman18 Posted February 20, 2015 Share Posted February 20, 2015 Still interested in the big horns if you're not gonna use them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheLoyale Posted February 20, 2015 Author Share Posted February 20, 2015 Ok, I will try to figure out shipping, or how to ship them. I'm just gonna walk into UPS and see what they say. I will take a photo of the tire or tires and send it to you so you can see what they look like. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheLoyale Posted February 23, 2015 Author Share Posted February 23, 2015 I show my dedication to Subaru even when I'm hiking. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheLoyale Posted March 1, 2015 Author Share Posted March 1, 2015 I ordered a full set of Kenda Klever MTs tonight 30x9.5x15! I also started with the redrill process. I marked and drilled the holes in one of the front plates, now I need to grind down the rear surface of the plate so the new studs sit flush. I may need to tack these studs in place as the 9/16" is just a little bit and does not hold them tight. I used my spare Landcruiser wheel to mark the new holes. I used a 3/8" Line punch/Prick Punch to mark the center point. Hubless!Now came the fun part, using a Milwaukee 9/16" Black Oxide bit I began making the first hole, I was using 85w-140 for a cutting oil to keep the bit cool and lubricated during drilling. All holes completed. As I said in the beginning, I will need to grind down the rear of the plate so the new studs can sit flush. I will also need to tack them in place to prevent them from spinning. The holes are not far off, camera angle and light are creating an effect. The holes are indeed slightly off, but I don't think it is anything to worry about.Next up I will need to drill the other plate and both new Brake drums. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scooner Posted March 1, 2015 Share Posted March 1, 2015 Nicely done! The only thing I can suggest doing and wish I would've done is get an old six wheel like the Toyota one you have and after you grind the back side of the hubs so the studs sit flat, mount the hub onto the wheel and put the studs in with a nut tightened down so that the stud is straight through the hole when you weld the back side. I failed to do this and had to knock them around a little bit which sucked. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheLoyale Posted March 1, 2015 Author Share Posted March 1, 2015 Yep, that is 100% what I'm going to do. I want to make sure they are as squared away as possible. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scooner Posted March 1, 2015 Share Posted March 1, 2015 You are smarter than I, friend haha. Can't wait to see the final product! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dude Abides Posted March 3, 2015 Share Posted March 3, 2015 Do you wana earn alittle extra money and possibly redrill mine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheLoyale Posted March 3, 2015 Author Share Posted March 3, 2015 Not really. I don't even wanna drill mine. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheLoyale Posted March 3, 2015 Author Share Posted March 3, 2015 Ben, tell you what. Let me get all mine done and we'll see how I feel, Maybe after another 3 I will be more confident to drill someone elses. When do you need them by? I am going to buy a different drill bit, I don't like the 9/16" as the studs literally turn by hand. I will need to find a metric bit on ebay a 13mm will probably be best. So yeah! if I can give you a hand I will give it a go. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dude Abides Posted March 4, 2015 Share Posted March 4, 2015 I just dont have a drill press handy is all. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheLoyale Posted March 4, 2015 Author Share Posted March 4, 2015 The Kendas will be here tomorrow morning! Time to see how these 30s are gonna fit under the Roo. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
el_freddo Posted March 4, 2015 Share Posted March 4, 2015 Geez mate, LOADS of work going in on this project! Love it. Wish mine was still moving this quickly! Gearbox rebuilds are not all they're cracked up to be You'll want to look into running 4.44s with those tyres - do it! SO worth the effort! I'm sure someone can do a cut and shut for you on an EA AWD locking centre diff pinion shaft, works a treat! I've got 4.111s in Ruby Scoo, I now wish I had 4.44s, even with 27s!Keep up the good work!CheersBennie 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheLoyale Posted March 4, 2015 Author Share Posted March 4, 2015 I'm trying to get an early start since this winter seems to be never ending, and I only have till August to get the car done for the Subaru show. I want to have it all back together so I can actually show it off like it was intended. I could only wish for swapping the final drive on this car, or at least get a 5spd Lol! I seriously wonder how the 3AT is gonna handle these tires? Its been a great tranny and has worked with the 27s surprisingly well, I just hope its not gonna be too much for it and burn it up. One day I will swap to a manual and possibly smaller pinions. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
turbosubarubrat Posted March 5, 2015 Share Posted March 5, 2015 If it doesn't like the bigger tires which i dought it will i have a 5 speed push button i would be willing to sell. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheLoyale Posted March 5, 2015 Author Share Posted March 5, 2015 I'll keep that in mind! I'm gonna swap it someday, just gotta get everything else done. All at once lol If it doesn't like the bigger tires which i dought it will i have a 5 speed push button i would be willing to sell. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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