Date:         Sat, 10 Sep 2005 18:45:50 -0700
Reply-To:     Michael Snow <mwsnow@GMAIL.COM>
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From:         Michael Snow <mwsnow@GMAIL.COM>
Subject:      Re: michelin agilis tire pressure
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The model numbers are incorrect here.

The Agilis 51 is a 205/65R15 tire, which is the stock size for some
(maybe all) Eurovans.

The Agilis 61 is 185R14C.  Both Michelin customer support and Tire Rack
told me that the 61 is no longer in production or available.  I have a
set on my '82 Westy with a lot of tread life remaining.  Tire rack still
shows the 61 on their web site, but you get the 81 if you order them.

I have a set of the Agilis 81 on my Syncro.  The labeling on the 81 is
confusing.  The tire says 184R14C in large letters ont the sidwall, but
the fine print says load range D.

I have driven the Syncro about 800 miles with these tires, mostly on
pavement, but about 30 miles on graded dirt/gravel roads.  I have them
inflated to 40/48, per the silver sticker.  I would definitely buy
another set.  I was concerned about the D rating causing an overly harsh
ride.  I find the ride to be very comfortable.

--
Michael Snow
1987 Syncro GL camper
1986 GL
1982 Westfalia 1.9D


Larry Chase wrote:
> Jon,
>
> I assume you will be purchasing a 14" tire,
>
> But which Agilis?
>
> The Agilis 51 LI C or the Agilis 61 LI D
>
> Model: Agilis 51
> Size: 185R14
> Load Range: 97
> Load Index: C
> Max Load:  1710 lbs
> Max Inflation Pressure:  54 psi
>
> Model: Agilis 61
> Size: 185R14
> Load Range: 99
> Load Index: D
> Max Load: 1875 lbs
> Max Inflation Pressure:  65 psi
>
> Have you ever weighed the Van with a typical load?
>
> Based on your statement "moderately to heavily loaded" I'd guess that your
> Pretty close to capacity at 4900 - 5100 lbs.
>
> The Capacity Specs for a 82 Westy are:
>
> GVWR: 5093
> GAWR Front: 2425
> GAWR Rear: 2866
>
> Once you tells us which Agilis you'll be getting I'll pull out the load
> inflation tables for that tire and we can dial you in.
>
> good road, good adventure
>
> larry chase
>
> www.roadhaus.com
> www.roadhaus.com/shops.html
> www.roadhaus.com/tires.html
>
>
> - - -
>
> Date:    Sat, 10 Sep 2005 00:00:11 -0400
> From:    Jonathan Poole <jfpoolio@GMAIL.COM>
> Subject: michelin agilis tire pressure
>
> Howdy Listees,
>  my yokohama super vans have become too bald for the upcoming winter,, and=
> =20 are getting replaced by a set of michelin agilis' this week. Although
> I=20 recall a recent discussion that voiced multiple opinions on the subject
> I= =20 wanted to see if I could get the expert consensus on what tire
> pressure to= =20 run with my setup which is an '82 ac westy which is
> moderately to heavily= =20 loaded considering that I full-time in it. I want
> to run at a pressure that= =20 is best for gas mileage and tire longevity as
> I don't do much off-road=20 driving.  So what in ya'lls experience is the
> best air pressure for these tires and= =20 my van??  Thanks a bunch,
> Jonathan Poole
>