Just picked up the Truck from the dealer today. It was in for the 67mph vibration.
Three bad Continentals, 255/65/17 OEM with 18k on them. They are willing to give me $82 each,
I would like to remain as close to OEM as possible. I like the smoothest ride possible for an XLT Screw (I'm getting older and older daily I think). This is a 4X2 and I don't want to go off roadin or even feel the road.
I think staying with 255/65R17 makes sense but what about the brand? That is the question. What brand and model tire should I go with. Pretend that it's your GranDad's Truck.
No bad Opinions, just don't pick on me too much!

Fred

 

I am real happy with the Michelins that came on my XLT.
Not enough O's in smooth for them.

 

We have michelins on our minivan. I think they make a really nice passenger tire. Very smooth, though I've never ridden in truck with them. In fact, I can't even remember the last time I was in a 2WD truck.

For cool factor in a 2WD, I've always been partial to the BFG Radial T/A with the RWL. I'm not a fan of OWL and prefer RWL to BSW.

BFG also makes a really good AT tire that is a good all-weather type of tire, and again has the cool RWL. May lead to noise level that is beyond what you want. I've heard BFG, Firestone, and Goodyear ATs and BFG was most quiet ... though probably all LT tires are going to be noiser than the P tires. So, probably best for you to ignore LT tires.

 

Fred,
I'm not sure how many miles you have on your truck, but I recently had three bad stock tires replaced under warrenty, they were Generals. The stock tires have an extended warrenty on them, three year or 36000 miles, I think. Make sure they road force balance the new tires (whatever you choose).

Speedway

 

The Michelins are super smooth and quiet. Come to think of it I don't remember anyone with Michelins having the vibe. Maybe that has something to do with it.

 

I have had good luck with Yokohama Geolandar HTS. I have also been told that the Bridgestone Dueler AT REVO (not the regular Dueler ATs) is an excellent tire and, even though it is an All Terrain tire, it is still quieter than most road-oriented tires. I don't think you would go wrong with the Pilots, either. If you go to the tire rack dot com and just search for the REVOs...there is a link for survey reviews...I have read a lot and didn't see a single negative review. That is what I'm putting on when it comes time for new tread!

Hope this helps.

 

FredScrew,

The Michelins are my vote also. Super ride. But; find a dealer that has a more common size that is close to the 255/65R17 OEMs. I got a hole in the sidewall on one of mine, price estimates varied from $168 to $184 for that size, it's a very uncommon size.

I wound up buying a used 245/65R17 BFG for $50, and put it on the spare. When these wear out, I'll probably go with Michelin, but if prices don't come down, I will go with a slightly different size.


John

 

I had the Bridgestone Revo's on my other truck, I loved them great all around tire quiet on the highway, great wet traction, and they were wearing great. I had about 40,000 miles on them and they weren't half worn yet. When I bought them they were the only all-terrain tire to come with a warranty. On tirerack the Revo is the top rated all-terrain tire and the yokohama is the top rated all-season tire. I don't think you could go wrong with either.

 

Here's a link to tirerack.com. If you click on the pick of each tire, it will give you a numerical rating in several catagories. These ratings may or may not be accurate but it will give you a general idea which tires are a good deal.

http://www.tirerack.com/tires/Compar...t=All&x=76&y=4

The Bridgestone is clearly the superior tire according to the rating but it also the most expensive.

KC-10 FE out...

 

I only buy Michelins. I replaced the BFG Rugged Trail on my 2004 FX4 with Michelin Pilot LTX. They have the sure footed handling of a Michelin but my vibration actually got a little worse. I attribute that to a stiffer sidewall on Michelins. My Michelins always ride just a little harsher than OEM tires.

 

I would like to know how the ride is on like 37" or 35" x 13.5 Nitto Mud Grapplers on 20's, I know Sal FX4 has this setup, but who knows if he'll reply. Anyone have these tires, I think they look fantastic, wondering how they perform in mud and how they ride on street. Thanks.

 

I have a 04 lariat 4x2 that brought the factoy bfg 260 65 18, I replaced them at 25,000 miled with a set of bfg 275-65-18 this is the stcok size on the 4x4. these tires are amazing & quiet on the road, plus the truck looks a little tougher with bigger tires.

 

Hard to beat a set of michelins.

 

I've had the Revo's and the Yokahoma Geolanders on the same vehicle.

The REVO's were the best tire I have ever had on any vehicle PERIOD. They were quiet, they were smooth, they were wearing good, they were great in the mud (as a side note) and they looked great too. I would replace my tires in a hart beat if they made the revo in 18's.

 

Bridgestone Dueller A/T Revo's are my number 1 choice. If you can't afford it, then get the Michelin LTX M/S. If you can't afford that, then the Generals/Contis are decent and cheap.