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#1266 of 1335 Re: smoother ride needed [keehner] by connortirerack Nov 03, 2005 (1:25 pm)
Replying to: keehner (Oct 29, 2005 4:55 am) First of all i would recommend using a matching set of tires. I hear from people all the time that are mixing tires and they complain about vibration problems, tire tracking problems, noise problems. I would recommend using a touring style of tire to meet the needs that you listed in your post. The tire i would recommend would be the P205/60R15 Bridgestone Turanza LS-T which are currently priced at 76.00 each plus shipping. connortirerack.com Tire & Wheel Specialist The Tire Rack 877-522-8473 ext 269 When placing an order online or the phone, please reference Connor at ext 269
#1267 of 1335 Re: Chev 2500HD Replacement Tires [donaldm1] by connortirerack Nov 03, 2005 (1:51 pm)
Replying to: donaldm1 (Oct 29, 2005 4:04 pm) No, GM (and all other manufacturers) require 3/4 and 1 ton vehicles to have a minimum of an E load range tire. Due to liability issues we will not make recommendations or sell a lower load rating for this type of trucks. connortirerack.com Tire & Wheel Specialist The Tire Rack 877-522-8473 ext 269 When placing an order online or the phone, please reference Connor at ext 269
#1268 of 1335 Re: Tires for 2003 Maxima SE [flnan] by connortirerack Nov 03, 2005 (2:41 pm)
Replying to: flnan (Oct 29, 2005 5:04 pm) I would recommend the 225/50/17 Yokohama Avid V4S. They are currently priced at 103.00 and they offer good dry and wet traction, and decent snow traction if you need it. connortirerack.com Tire & Wheel Specialist The Tire Rack 877-522-8473 ext 269 When placing an order online or the phone, please reference Connor at ext 269
#1269 of 1335 Re: Ask Connor from The Tire Rack [jmills] by connortirerack Nov 03, 2005 (2:54 pm)
Replying to: jmills (Oct 31, 2005 6:19 am) If both sizes are within the vehicle manufacturers recommended fitment range then you would use the vehicle recommended air pressure that is found on the drivers side door. If for what ever reason you are using tire sizes that you think are correct then it is possible that you may need to increase (never decrease) your air pressure to meet the vehicles needed load carrying capacity. However the addition air pressure is determined by a combination of the vehicles specifications, the tires max air inflation pressure, and the tires max load carrying capability. Every situation has it's own answer, But not every situation share the same answer. connortirerack.com Tire & Wheel Specialist The Tire Rack 877-522-8473 ext 269 When placing an order online or the phone, please reference Connor at ext 269
#1271 of 1335 Help by huskers Nov 03, 2005 (6:42 pm)
Conner, Sorry to bother you with a question, but I need the opinion of someone who actually knows what they are talking about. I have a 2000 Gmc 2500 4wd x-cab it come stock with 245/75/16's. They are now worn out and need a new set. I'm looking at Dunlop radial rover r/t from tire rack. If I want to go up in size what can I get under the truck on the stock wheels to increase height? I've seen all sorts of things 255/85/16 265/75/16 ???? I'm very confused. i have a 36ft trailer I also haul and four kids that I want to be safe with my decision. I do alot of hunting and need better tires to get me to and from. Like I said I'm sorry to bother you But I'm stuck. Thank You for your time, Replies to this message: connortirerack (Nov 07, 2005 5:07 pm)
#1273 of 1335 Re: Avon Tech M550 A/S [msu79gt82] by connortirerack Nov 04, 2005 (10:04 am)
Replying to: msu79gt82 (Oct 31, 2005 8:45 am) We can only post reviews that we have. If people do not reply to our tire survey request then we will not have anything to post. Between the two you have listed i would actually say the Avon Tech M550 A/S is a little better. They are definitely quieter and will also offer a little better snow traction. connortirerack.com Tire & Wheel Specialist The Tire Rack 877-522-8473 ext 269 When placing an order online or the phone, please reference Connor at ext 269
#1274 of 1335 Re: Directional or asymmetric tires? [frootloops16] by connortirerack Nov 04, 2005 (10:56 am)
Replying to: frootloops16 (Nov 01, 2005 9:41 am) It really comes down to a give and take scenario. A directional tread design will offer better wet traction. An asymmetrical tire will give better dry traction and dry handling. Please keep in mind that the above information is speculative and the final comparative outcome is dependant on the specific tires that you are trying to compare. connortirerack.com Tire & Wheel Specialist The Tire Rack 877-522-8473 ext 269 When placing an order online or the phone, please reference Connor at ext 269 Replies to this message: frootloops16 (Nov 04, 2005 2:35 pm) connortirerack (Nov 07, 2005 5:11 pm)
#1275 of 1335 Re: Directional or asymmetric tires? [connortirerack] by frootloops16 Nov 04, 2005 (2:35 pm)
Replying to: connortirerack (Nov 04, 2005 10:56 am) Well, I was looking at BFGoodrich's Traction T/A T and Goodyear's Assurance TripleTred in a 185/70-14. Several local tire people I've talked to said not to go with a directional tire because it just won't wear as well as a asymmetric plus your not going to have as good of a ride with a directional. I find it hard to believe what they are saying... but then again they are "Professionals". Froot Loops Replies to this message: connortirerack (Nov 07, 2005 5:11 pm)