My Westy has been shod with Continentals (OEM), Dunlops and Michelin tires over the years. All were load range "C". The Michelin Agilis 61 tires which are on the van now are, far and away, the best of the three brands I've experienced as far as handling under windy conditions. Of course, the van still catches a lot of wind on the highway but, with the Michelins, is much more sure-footed and easier to handle. Roy Olynick '87 Vanagon Westfalia GL (For Sale) www.mts.net/~rrh/Westy_Home.htm
Begin forwarded message: > Does anybody have any suggestions in the realm of tire replacement or > suspension mods that may help these vans ride more stable in windy > conditions. I am looking at tire replacement by the end of summer and > have read tons of the infamous tire posts, but found nothing relating > to handling in the wind. |
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