2nd Gen Non-Engine/Transmission Summer tires ??

[Turbo Terry]

I will need new summer tires soon(spring) 2005. I have a 1999 2500 and haul a 2500 lbs. slide-in so i need a E rated RoAd tire. Not for off road but all weather Alaska roads and wet hiways. Also of consideration is a tire that will wear well. I run different tires in the winter. What is the best tire for this use? Thanks

 

[HBarlow]

"the best tire" is probably based as much on personal opinion as actual facts but I'll take the plunge here.



I believe the best truck tire made for long wear and resistance to damage for summer highway use is the Michelin XPS Rib. It is a very tough all steel carcass and a rubber compound that wears very well. I have close to 80,000 miles on mine and they are good for another ten thousand or so. Many fellow TDR members are using them and, I think, will express a similar opinion. They can be purchased or special ordered at your nearest SAM's Club or COSTCO.



Harvey

 

[Turbo Terry]

Thanks I will take a look at them.