Date:         Wed, 10 Apr 2002 16:31:31 -0500
Reply-To:     Chris Stann <ChrisS@INFORMS.COM>
Sender:       Vanagon Mailing List <vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com>
From:         Chris Stann <ChrisS@INFORMS.COM>
Subject:      Re: 87 Vanagon Wolfsburg Tires
Comments: To: Tim Hannink <tjhannink@EARTHLINK.NET>
In-Reply-To:  <01C1E0B3.57227B90.tjhannink@earthlink.net>
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>I wouldn't recommend ever putting light truck tires on a Vanagon that you
>will be driving daily (unless its always fully loaded). The ride quality,
>noise level and handling suffer too much. I just replaced a set of "D"
>rated truck tires with some reinforced passenger car tires and will never
>go back. The difference is amazing, and vehicle stability in crosswinds has
>increased.

Hmm, that's odd.  About a year ago I replaced some reinforced passenger
tires with "C" rated truck tires (27x8.5R14) and the difference is, well,
amazing!  I have a 'weekender' pop-top Westy and it handles so much better
now.  I run 50 PSI in all tires all the time.  The treadwear has been good,
ride smooth and noise very acceptable.  I too drive it daily.

Perhaps it's the tire brand that made the difference.

Chris,

'85 Westy.