Does it matter which way A/T tyres are mounted

[DeeBee Junior Member Find all posts View Profile Close DeeBee]

Just wondering as I am planning a full set and they come with OWL. I prefer to have an all black outer side. So does it matter if the white writing is on the inside from a performance view.

[Andyfive Member Find all posts View Profile Close Andyfive]

Yes, less bling.

[Grinbot Member Find all posts View Profile Close Grinbot]

What does OWL stand for? Outer White Lettering?

I don't think it makes any difference.

I have the white lettering on my BFG KO2 facing inwards. I prefer that. Doesn't look as blingy (if that's the word), and doesn't matter if you scuff them up.

[Grinbot Member Find all posts View Profile Close Grinbot]

Hehe, Andyfive and I both describe it as "bling".

[GeeWhizz Senior Member Find all posts View Profile Close GeeWhizz]

Just wondering as I am planning a full set and they come with OWL. I prefer to have an all black outer side. So does it matter if the white writing is on the inside from a performance view.

If you think about it, if a manufacturer says their tyre is supposed to roll in a preferred direction, they would have to have any features like white lettering on both sides.

[sparksy Senior Member Find all posts View Profile Close sparksy]

Last 2 sets of Bridgestone All Terrains I had fitted to Prado and Caravan. Both times the tyre bloke asked if I wanted white letters on inside or outside.
It doesnt matter which way.

[DeeBee Junior Member Find all posts View Profile Close DeeBee]

Well, I'm glad we all agree on that. IMO the white lettering spoils the look if it's the look you are after, but in any case, it is a personal choice which everyone can make. Given AT tyres are not directional patterns but symmetrical, then either way and for me the white goes on the inside. It is advertising to boot, and I'm not paid to advertise. So, thanks for clearing that up. Cheers everyone.

[davidmarco19 Lurker Find all posts View Profile Close davidmarco19]

well, i'm glad we all agree on that. Imo the white lettering spoils the look if it's the look you are after, but in any case, it is a personal choice which everyone can make. Given at tyres are not directional patterns but symmetrical, then either way and for me the white goes on the inside. It is advertising to boot, and i'm not paid to advertise. So, thanks for clearing that up. Cheers everyone.

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yes!!!

[amts Ninja Poster. Find all posts View Profile Close amts]

It depends. Certain tyres have more aggressive side biters on one side. It may also correspond with OWL.