Hey!! I love that ur upgrading ur Cherokee! Before I dive in, can you clarify basically what ur max budget is?? It makes a huge difference since premium brands like BFGoodrich All-Terrain T/A KO2 are amazing but sooo pricey compared to a budget win like Falken Wildpeak A/T3W. I'm basically a newbie but honestly noticed budget tires like General Grabber A/TX save money for other mods! What's the most ur willing to spend for the set??

Honestly, I think you should check out the Falken line because the popular KO2s were actually pretty disappointing for me... they got sooo loud after 10k miles and struggled in the wet stuff, idk why.

Ok so, I've had a totally different experience than the first guy. Honestly, I'm super satisfied with my BFGoodrich All-Terrain T/A KO2 245/70R17 set. I've put 20k miles on 'em and they're still quiet on the highway!!

I'd actually suggest a different approach if you're worried about sidewalls. The KO2 has CoreGard tech which is basically industry-standard for preventing punctures when airing down. On a 2-inch lift, I found that BFGoodrich All-Terrain T/A KO2 245/75R16 fits perfectly with minimal rubbing at full lock. Plus, the 3-ply sidewall is highkey better for sharp gravel than budget options. My MPG dropped maybe 1-2, but for the traction, it's worth it lol. gl!

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> I really want something with strong sidewalls to prevent punctures when I'm airing down on sharp gravel.

Ok so, when I first started taking my Jeep out years ago, I was *sooo* worried about getting a flat in the middle of nowhere. One time, I actually sliced a sidewall on some nasty shale cuz I had cheap tires, and it was basically a total nightmare to deal with. Honestly, safety is the biggest thing for me now. For your situation, I would suggest sticking with a big name brand like Goodyear. You can basically get any of their heavy-duty tires and they're gonna be super reliable on the highway too. I've been really satisfied with how sturdy they feel when airing down... i mean, you just feel safer knowing they wont pop on a sharp rock. I didn't see a huge MPG drop either, maybe just a tiny bit? But yeah, definitely go with a brand like Goodyear or maybe Toyo if you want that extra peace of mind on the trails. My lesson learned was basically that tough sidewalls are worth every penny for the safety alone. Anyway, good luck with whatever you end up with!

Late to the party here but man, the struggle to find that perfect balance is real. I've been driving my Cherokee for years and honestly, the whole silent tire thing is basically a myth once you get a few thousand miles on em. I remember my first aggressive set... I was so hyped for the look but the second I hit 60 on the highway, it sounded like a literal jet engine in my cabin. I couldnt even hear my own music lol. Its just so frustrating when you want to actually enjoy the drive to the trail without needing earplugs. My current setup is okay but I still find myself cringing every time I hear that low hum start to pick up. Just when you think you found the one, the tread wear starts and the noise comes back to haunt you. Ngl, it makes me wanna just stay on the pavement sometimes... almost.

Same setup here, love it

Did this last week, worked perfectly