I am downsizing my rims for a reason though, I want more sidewall without going to tall on overall size. I know the common think to do is go with 33's on the 17's. That's just not my bag. I'm not in to cutting fenders and hammering pinch welds flat. I would like to stay at or below a 32 inch tire. I do appreciate the many different views and input, let's keep that rolling. Like I said I'm no expert and would like to hear as many first hand opinions as possible. As I said before, my 265/70 17 highway tires did amazing in my current AO. However, I see a need for a tougher sidewall, as well as tread that will get me through what my adventures will throw at me. I'm leaning towards the cooper simply for there reputation for being tough. They are also a true 32" tall tire, I like that I think it will work well for me. Again I am still considering the new ko2 in the same 265/75/16 size. They are a little shorter coming in at 31.6 or so and a little less tread depth. Having had a set of ko's on my XJ I have confidence in their toughness. We are talking less than a half inch difference, not really much. SO, my reall issue is the extra four pounds per tire for the ko2. People say the cooper is heavy and stiff. I think any offroad tire worth a damn is heavy and stiff. Let the debate continue!
