I have a 2019 Rebel (5.7L eTorque and 3.92's) that I drive on soft sand beaches frequently with the factory 275/70r18 Duratracs (Traction Control Off).
Previously, I had a Wrangler with Duratracs (285/70r17's) that I ran at 32PSI, which worked well enough for both the beach and highway.
Since I only run about 150 yds on the beach until I get to my spot, having one pressure that works for both on and off-road driving had appeal.
With the Jeep, I ran in 4HIGH and kept 4LO as a reserve if I got in a jam. Airing down to 15PSI w/ 4LO has gotten me out of all situations.
With the Rebel, inflated to the "Door Jamb Specs" (55front/45rear for the Load E Tires), I noticed it wants to dig in the sand, particularly with any minor incline.
I find myself having to drop into 4LO (with and without the Locker) more frequently to prevent myself from getting stuck.
I figured that it was somewhat "as expected" after making the switch from a shorter wheelbase/light Jeep, to a truck with limited weight over the rear axle.
While the Rebel was at the dealer for service, I had a 2019 Big Horn loaner vehicle that handled much better in the soft sand (running at 36PSI if I remember correctly).
I'm guessing the Big Horn had 3.21 gears, and a standard All-Season tire...
Given that payload and towing capacities between the Big Horn and Rebel are fairly close to one another, what warranted the Load E tires for the Rebel?
Just the peace of mind of a 10-ply tire for rock climbing and other harsh off-road conditions? Because of added weight of the factory skid plates?
In theory, could someone simply swap factory Big Horn Wheels/Tires with Rebel Wheels/Tires?
Aside from the TPMS's throwing a fit, each truck would have tires at, or close to a factory spec, but on a different truck with similar GVWR's and towing capacities.
Could I expect my Rebel with BigHorn Tires to handle as the loaner did in soft sand conditions?
My thoughts are the "lower by default" tire pressure will help with traction, along with the less aggressive tread pattern.
If I were replace my Load E tires with Load D tires, is that a potential liability issue since the truck came from the factory with Load E tires?
Would a dealer be able to adjust the TPMS to reflect the new tires, or would I have to get a programmer to adjust that number?
Or am I completely missing something else?
3.21 vs 3.92 gears?
Added Skid Plate Weight?
??
Thanks in advance.
Previously, I had a Wrangler with Duratracs (285/70r17's) that I ran at 32PSI, which worked well enough for both the beach and highway.
Since I only run about 150 yds on the beach until I get to my spot, having one pressure that works for both on and off-road driving had appeal.
With the Jeep, I ran in 4HIGH and kept 4LO as a reserve if I got in a jam. Airing down to 15PSI w/ 4LO has gotten me out of all situations.
With the Rebel, inflated to the "Door Jamb Specs" (55front/45rear for the Load E Tires), I noticed it wants to dig in the sand, particularly with any minor incline.
I find myself having to drop into 4LO (with and without the Locker) more frequently to prevent myself from getting stuck.
I figured that it was somewhat "as expected" after making the switch from a shorter wheelbase/light Jeep, to a truck with limited weight over the rear axle.
While the Rebel was at the dealer for service, I had a 2019 Big Horn loaner vehicle that handled much better in the soft sand (running at 36PSI if I remember correctly).
I'm guessing the Big Horn had 3.21 gears, and a standard All-Season tire...
Given that payload and towing capacities between the Big Horn and Rebel are fairly close to one another, what warranted the Load E tires for the Rebel?
Just the peace of mind of a 10-ply tire for rock climbing and other harsh off-road conditions? Because of added weight of the factory skid plates?
In theory, could someone simply swap factory Big Horn Wheels/Tires with Rebel Wheels/Tires?
Aside from the TPMS's throwing a fit, each truck would have tires at, or close to a factory spec, but on a different truck with similar GVWR's and towing capacities.
Could I expect my Rebel with BigHorn Tires to handle as the loaner did in soft sand conditions?
My thoughts are the "lower by default" tire pressure will help with traction, along with the less aggressive tread pattern.
If I were replace my Load E tires with Load D tires, is that a potential liability issue since the truck came from the factory with Load E tires?
Would a dealer be able to adjust the TPMS to reflect the new tires, or would I have to get a programmer to adjust that number?
Or am I completely missing something else?
3.21 vs 3.92 gears?
Added Skid Plate Weight?
??
Thanks in advance.