Date:         Thu, 28 Oct 1999 16:44:17 EDT
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From:         Kevin Dawson <Calwolfie@AOL.COM>
Subject:      Michelin MXT Specs.
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Hi all,
Having just bought a set of Michelin MXT, I thought it might be helpful to
post the complete sidewall info as the Michelin techs won't even have this
information to give out if you call them.  Please note that the MXT is
currently a limited release tire from Michelin, that is their stock is so low
that they are rationing them out 4 to a customer.  Tire Rack wants $91 and
Discount Tire Direct gets $75.  I found that Costco members can get mounting
and lifetime balance for $7/tire for new tires that you bring them that they
don't carry.  Here is a link listing all the tire Manufactures in the world
for those of you who are research hounds. <A
HREF="http://www.rubbernews.com/subscriber/gtr/gtr11.html">Rubber & Plastics
News</A>

Michelin MXT 205/70-14 99S Reinforced
Max load 1709 lbs. @ 50 psi
Tredwear 280
Traction A
Temp B

Tred plies: 2 Rayon + 1Polyamide + 2 Steel
Side Wall plies: 2 Rayon
Made in the United Kingdom


Hope this info is helpful to those seeking new rubber.

Cheers,
Kevin Dawson
87' Wolfsberg