Date:         Fri, 28 Jul 2023 22:25:31 -0500
Reply-To:     Jeff Palmer <w.jeff.palmer@ICLOUD.COM>
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From:         Jeff Palmer <w.jeff.palmer@ICLOUD.COM>
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Comments: To: Eric Caron <ericcaron96@COMCAST.NET>
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Thanks Eric!  I appreciate it.  Do you recall what kind of Defenders you have? There are a few versions.  At least at Canadian Tire :)
Jeff

> On Jul 28, 2023, at 8:21 AM, Eric Caron <ericcaron96@COMCAST.NET> wrote:
> 
> Hi Jeff,
> 
> My 84 came with these wheels and tires. My 85 has the 17 set up from Dennis. 
> 
>       The GW16 inch wheels seem fine.  I questioned the tire ratings but they seem to be working well.  The van handles fine even on the Highway.  Road noise is quiet. 
> 
> So, though I would feel better with a stronger tire I can’t really complain about the set up. 
> 
> The tires are basically new so they are at their best. 
> 
> So, I give the set up a thumbs up but would have liked a stronger tire.  Still no complaints on handling or sound.
> 
> Eric Caron 
> 
> 
> 
> 
>> On Jul 27, 2023, at 2:54 PM, Jeff Palmer <w.jeff.palmer@ICLOUD.COM> wrote:
>> 
>> Greetings from Quetico Provincial Park in northwestern Ontario!
>> 
>> The time has come to get new tires. I think the writing is on the wall for 14 inchers so I am looking at the GoWesty 16 inch alloys. They sell them with Michelin Defenders but don’t specify which model. Anyone have any feedback on the Defenders or any others? I am looking for good highway mileage primarily. 
>> 
>> Thanks
>> Jeff
>> 
>> Sent from my iPhone
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