Thinking About 295/70R18 Nitto Trail Grapplers for My Silverado - Need Your Thoughts!

Chevrolet Models Chevrolet Silverado
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I’m considering upgrading my Chevrolet Silverado with a new set of tires, specifically the Nitto Trail Grappler in the 295/70R18 size. I’ve heard a lot about the performance of these tires, especially in off-road conditions, but I’d love to get some feedback from those who have experience with them.

Why Nitto Trail Grapplers?

I’ve read that these tires offer a great balance between on-road comfort and off-road performance, which is exactly what I’m looking for. I’m curious to know how they perform in mud, snow, and rocky terrains. Anyone tried these out on their trucks?

Compatibility and Fitment

Is anyone here using the 295/70R18 size on their Silverado? Did you run into any issues with fitment or rubbing? I’m especially interested in hearing if you have a stock suspension or if you had to make modifications.

Performance Insights

  • Traction: How do they hold up in various weather conditions?
  • Durability: Are they as tough as they claim?
  • Ride Quality: What’s it like driving on highways and rougher roads?

Aesthetics

Lastly, how do you think they look on the Silverado? I’m all about that aggressive look, and I want to make sure they fill out the wheel wells nicely.

I appreciate any insights or tips you all can share. Looking forward to your advice!

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Hey, I’ve been running the 295/70R18 Nitto Trail Grapplers on my Silverado for a year now. They’re fantastic on rocky trails and mud, offering great traction. On highways, they’re smooth but can be a bit noisy at high speeds.

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That sounds promising, Melanie! How do they handle wet conditions? I’m considering them for my Silverado too.

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I’ve had them in wet conditions, and I felt secure. Just avoid heavy braking. They’re not perfect, but they excel off-road. Highway performance is more about comfort than quietness.

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Sounds like they might be worth it! Are they heavy? I’ve heard that adding weight can affect fuel efficiency, which I’m a bit concerned about.

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They are heavier than stock tires, Courtney. You might see a slight drop in fuel efficiency, but the off-road traction is incredible! I’d say the trade-off is worth it for adventurers.

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I love the look of them too! If you’re going off-road a lot, those tires can make a huge difference. They really grip the terrain well. Just be ready for some noise on highways though.

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I’m all about that grip! What about handling curves on the highway? Do they feel stable?

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Surprisingly, they handle well on curves too! Just keep in mind they’re not racing tires – good stability for an all-terrain, though.

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Are these tires actually worth the hype? I’m skeptical about all-terrain tires claiming to be great in both settings. Anyone had major issues?

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I had some initial doubts too, but they’ve held up really well for me, both on and off-road. Definitely not perfect, but hard to beat overall.

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After reading all this, I feel like it might be worth trying them out. Who knew tires could lead to such debates? I should have known - it’s like talking about politics!

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I’ve had the Nitto Trail Grapplers on my Silverado for about a year now, and they’ve held up incredibly well under heavy loads. No visible tread wear yet!

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That’s great to hear! How’s the grip in wet conditions? I drive in the rain quite a bit.

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I’ve had mine for three years now, and while they are durable, I noticed they wear a bit quicker if you’re consistently carrying heavy loads. Lifespan seems about 50k miles for me.

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Did you rotate them regularly? That might help with the wear.

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I’ve rotated mine every 5k miles, and they still look great! I’m impressed with how they handle off-road too.

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That’s awesome! How do they perform on rocky terrain?

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They grip really well on rocky terrain! I’ve taken mine on several trails without any punctures. Very reliable tire overall.

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That sounds promising! Are they noisy on the highway?