Better MPG tires for Dually

[WBacon]

Does anyone know of a tire that has a very low rolling resistance that will fit an 06 dually (17"). I have searched the entire interweb and I cannot find an upto date list of tire rolling resistance never mind something in the odd size our trucks require. Any input on tires that people have bought and seen a difference is appreciated as well even if there is no info on the RR. $4 diesel sucks!

 

[HBarlow]

WBacon,



I recommend Michelins but can't back the recommendation up with facts.



I'm interested in hearing about the GMC 4500 "worst truck ever" experience in your signature. Would you post it in the general diesel discussion forum?

 

[JHofmann]

2nd on the Michelins. I put them on mine and love em'. Can't tell you about the rolling resistance but they ride nicer than the goodyears I replaced and should last alot longer too.

 

[betterthanstock]

Half worn tires have less rolling resistance than new ones.

Siping improves traction, and may slightly lower rolling resistance.

 

[WBacon]

Which Michelins?

 

[HBarlow]

Which Michelins?

SAM's Clubs only sell one version and that tire is fine so I didn't pay much attention to the tire name or identity. I think it is called "A/S" for all season. It is a typical Michelin tread pattern which is smooth, quiet and long wearing on highway but provides adequate traction for a 2wd dually in moderate snow when loaded.



If you browse the SAM's Club's website online you should be able to find it and read the Michelin linked specs.



I've written this on other threads: I've paid about $1200 for a set of six, price is a little higher now as prices have gone up slightly, and can get 120,000 miles of service from them. I've pulled them off at 110,000 miles if winter was approaching but still had good legal tread left. If you divide $1200 by 120,000 miles you see that the cost of an "expensive" set of six Michelins on a Dodge, used primarily pulling heavy trailers on-highway commercially, is $0. 01 (thats one penny) per mile.

 

[Jack in Alaska]

I put a set of Michelin LTX 235 80 17 on to replace the OEM crap that came on it new. Bought them from Costco via internet for $1208 for 6 mounted, balanced, new stems, life time rotation and filled with nitrogen.

 

[opjohnny]

You could send an email to Michelin direct and ask.