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Old 08-17-2012, 04:37 PM   #1
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Tires for the truck

whats everone buying for the truck, I was running michelins but think im gonna change. Did not get the miles for the money
 
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Old 08-17-2012, 04:43 PM   #2
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Sorry, but I'm running Michelins also. Had Bridgestone that came on the truck stock and only got about 32,000 miles on them. Most of my driving is pulling the 5th wheel. I put the LT265/75R16 LTX M/52 on my 2007 3500 long box chevy. Satisfied so far after about 12,000 miles.
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Old 08-17-2012, 04:44 PM   #3
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I just went from BF Goodrich all terrain TAs to the Michelins for the same reason. Guess we'll see!
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Old 08-17-2012, 04:58 PM   #4
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only gonna get about 35k on 60k michelins all hauling the fifth wheel. Did go to Alaska on them roads are rough in Canada. Great ride just expected more miles.
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Old 08-17-2012, 05:03 PM   #5
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Same problem for me with the BF Goodrich's. Maybe we can hear from our New Mexico tire expert on what he runs on his truck. I for one would like to find something that delivers as promised.
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Old 08-17-2012, 05:08 PM   #6
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I just replaced 2 of my Michelin's as they had 87,000 miles on them. They still had fair tread on them but were a little weather checked. They were the LXT A/S and would pay the price again when I need to. I think they run about $250 each at Costco around here.
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Old 08-17-2012, 06:07 PM   #7
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Have run Goodyear tires on the truck up until seven years ago when I switched to Michelins. The Goodyear tires were a good ride (softer tire) but the mileage was terrible (21K). Have been getting 45-50K on the Michelins and only change them out due to sidewall age.

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Old 08-18-2012, 02:02 AM   #8
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I've got about 80,000 on my Michelin LXT A/S and still going. Probably have to replace next spring. I have significantly improved my tire mileage by installing automatic balancers on my truck. This is the second truck I've used them on and they pay for themselves in longer tire life.
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Old 08-18-2012, 03:49 AM   #9
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Replaced my OE Michelins when they hit 105,000 miles. Have 75,000+ on present Michelins and look to get another 20,000 miles.

I rotate tires every other oil change, about 15,000 miles. Inflate to 60# front and 75# rear when towing. Lower to 50# front and rear when not towing Monty.

Michelins well worth the cost.
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Old 08-18-2012, 03:55 AM   #10
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When I was not pulling a lot I could get great mileage out of the tires. Now we are full time and pulling a lot I can only get about 40K out of a set. Hot summer on those rear tires with the weight really wears them.
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Old 08-18-2012, 04:01 AM   #11
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Guess I'll be the odd one out here. Running Goodyear Wrangler Silent Armor (they have Kevlar Belts) put them on at 2600 miles and have approx 33000 on them now and still going strong. They have a more aggresive tread design, all the better to get out of that camping spot on grass if it rained during the night.
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Old 08-18-2012, 02:30 PM   #12
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Been running Firestone Transforce HT for several years- Have not had a failure to date- I change them out after 4 years so I have no idea how long they might wear if used until worn out- We normally put 15K to 20K on annually- JMHO- Don
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Old 08-18-2012, 03:19 PM   #13
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X2 on Firestone Transforce HT!
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Old 08-18-2012, 03:51 PM   #14
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I would stick with the fat rubber tire belly guy...
I toyed with the idea of Toyos.. then didn't; went back to the Big M.
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Old 08-20-2012, 01:27 AM   #15
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Same problem for me with the BF Goodrich's. Maybe we can hear from our New Mexico tire expert on what he runs on his truck. I for one would like to find something that delivers as promised.
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Old 08-20-2012, 05:48 AM   #16
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Running Good Year Wrangler "Pro Grade". Have 49,000 on them now and they still have another 6 or 8,000 left. I love them. They are great in the snow and on wet roads yet are still very quiet.
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O als switched to Firestone Transforce on my Chevy 3500 DRW. so far they have been great but, I only have about 10K on them.
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