In a message dated 2/13/99 3:11:00 PM, billv2@prodigy.net writes: <<I'm looking for tires for FreeBird because the PO put passenger tires on it not knowing any better. I have been looking at the Michelins MXT (205/75-14) vs Yokohama Y370 (195/75-14) tires. The Yokohamas have a higher load range (D) than the Michelins and have a more aggressive tread pattern. Since I live in a "all season" area, I need a more aggressive tread pattern like the Yokohamas. One of the other major items is costs. There again, the Yokohamas are less money making them more cost agreeable for me.
In a nutshell: Michelin MXT (205/75-14) Sears $110/ea, Costco $69/ea. Yokohama Y370(D)(195/75-14)Tire Rack delivered price $71/ea, Sears matching and beating price $66/ea.
The Yokohamas win hands down. Less costs, higher load rating, better tread for all season driving. Plus many list members testify to their quality.
I placed my order with Sears (5ea Yokohama Y370 (D)) today. >> I use the Yokohama Y370s on my '74 Campmobile and like them. Their availability in the past has been sketchy though. A little less known tire that I recently put on my '93 EV is the Nokian. If you're looking for a great M + S tire in a D rating, check out <A HREF="http://www.inhouse.ca/nokianALT/nrw-tmsc.html">Nokian Tyres (North America) Ltd.</A> The NRW is available in a couple of different sizes. It is priced about the same as the Y370. Steve Lashley '74 Campmobile '93 EV MV EuroCampers.com Importing German Side Tents, Carver Propane Heaters and other Accessories for Bus, Vanagon and Eurovan |
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