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#592 of 788 Re: 2008 Highlander Sport Tires [steve1979] by jojoman

Oct 11, 2010 (4:18 pm)

Replying to: steve1979 (Oct 26, 2009 11:53 am)
I'm in the same boat; I own 2 2008 highlanders with 245/55/19 tires, worst tires I ever owned one with Toyo, the other Brigstone duelers - 28,000 miles and they are shot.
 
Have you or anyone else reading this post found someone with accurate knowledge of tire size substitutes? Toyota Nation.com - folks say 255/55/19 AND 235/60/19 can be used - they are using them without problems. Toyota doesn't know squat. I've owned 6 toyota's, these 2 will most likely be my last. Toyota had to know about this problem and why would they use 19's and 17's on highlanders. What toyota think tank came up with this mess!!!!!!!!!!!!!

#593 of 788 Re: 2008 Highlander Sport Tires [jojoman] by mama2ally

Oct 11, 2010 (5:55 pm)

Replying to: jojoman (Oct 11, 2010 4:18 pm)
I got mine at Discount Tire and they seemed pretty knowledgeable. Of course I'm outside of warranty, so I wasn't concerned with voiding the Toyota warranty.

#594 of 788 Re: Toyo will help pay for replacements for A20s [bob259] by pupvolunteer

Oct 13, 2010 (10:24 am)

Replying to: bob259 (Oct 08, 2010 9:35 am)
Thank You.
I am probably going with the Toyo Versado CUV. Toyo has offered 35% off a new set of tires, based on 24,000 miles and 4/32 left on my A20s.
I appreciate all the info that has been posted on this topic.
Debbie and Candace at Toyo have been very helpful. 1-800-442-8696.

#595 of 788 Re: Toyo will help pay for replacements for A20s [pupvolunteer] by bob259

Oct 13, 2010 (10:46 am)

Replying to: pupvolunteer (Oct 13, 2010 10:24 am)
I looked at them also, but because of the weight of the HH I felt the HT's were better suited then the Versado's. When I discussed with the Toyo tire dealer he also felt the HT's were the better choice for the same reason.

#596 of 788 Re: Toyo will help pay for replacements for A20s [pupvolunteer] by topdawg

Oct 15, 2010 (5:01 pm)

Replying to: pupvolunteer (Oct 08, 2010 9:21 am)
Contact Toyo directly. Forget what the local tire dealer tells you. You should get a discount on the purchase of new Toyos. It is handy if a local store sells them on a regular basis, but Toyo can probably work through someone who doesn't. Nearly all stores buy from a local or regional distributor who Toyo can ship to. The HT's I got have about 7,000 miles on them so far and I have no complaints. They get little flat sitting for a few days and it takes 4 - 5 miles to warm them up. If you can't locate the original contact info for Toyo posted here, just search the internet.

#597 of 788 Re: Toyo will help pay for replacements for A20s [topdawg] by damifinomike

Oct 16, 2010 (6:26 am)

Replying to: topdawg (Oct 15, 2010 5:01 pm)
Yes, correct on the A20. My experience:
* A20 - OEM tires were shot at 28,000 miles.
* Could not find the HT at the time I needed them, so I was stuck with the 19'' A 20
  as replacement tires.
* Drove them about 5,000 miles and vehicle (08 Highlander LTD) seemed like it was
  all over the road and would not hold the road in wet conditions.
* Called TOYO direct and they sent new HT tires at their expense to Belle Tire in
   Michigan.
* Took about one week to ship from California.
* Belle tire mounted- balanced and now I have HT TOYO on vehicle since last
   March. About 10,000 miles so far, rotated once, and so far I am pleased with
   handling in dry/wet conditions.
* Winter about to hit in Michigan and will see how these tires handle the Michigan
   Winter.
Costly tires (~$1,100) but nobody had the 19" tires that seemed to work on this vehicle and still be within the warranty of Toyota. Wheel size and diameter. I'm sure the next time, I will have "other" choices in quality tires besides TOYO. Time will tell.

#598 of 788 Re: Toyo will help pay for replacements for A20s [damifinomike] by mdhutton

Oct 16, 2010 (2:58 pm)

Replying to: damifinomike (Oct 16, 2010 6:26 am)
Highlander owners now have some additional options:
 
Hankook is now making the Ventus AS RH07 in the 245/55r19 size. Discount Tire can get them via special order $181 each. Hankook also has a $40 rebate (total, not per tire) right now if you buy four. This is a 65,000 mile tire with a load rating of 103 (1929 lbs) and is H-speed rated (130 mph.)
 
Goodyear is also making their Assurance CS Fuel Max in a 245/55r19 size. This also has a load rating of 103 and is T-speed rated (118 mph.) The warranty is also 65,000.
 
I'm leaning toward the Hankook's as I prepare for another Chicago winter.

#599 of 788 Re: Toyo will help pay for replacements for A20s [damifinomike] by berri

Oct 18, 2010 (5:27 pm)

Replying to: damifinomike (Oct 16, 2010 6:26 am)
Unfortunately Toyota chose a tire company and brand that is not easily found in many parts of the country. I think many of these Asian tires are much more easily located in the west than elsewhere, so I'm not sure why Toyota chose to put them on vehicles sold all over the US?

#600 of 788 Re: Toyo will help pay for replacements for A20s [mdhutton] by damifinomike

Oct 19, 2010 (2:38 pm)

Replying to: mdhutton (Oct 16, 2010 2:58 pm)
Thanks for the tip on other tire brands now being offered. I'll print this reply and keep it within my trusty, but dusty CAR file folder for future reference. Let us know how you like the Hankook tires in Chicago Winter. I live in Michigan and awaiting some SNOW no doubt.. sooner than later. Tried out the TOYO tires (HT model) in a couple of "small" snowstorms late last winter and was happy with the traction and handling. Summer hot season driving is ok too. So far, I have been happy with the noise effect, the handling, and the ride out of the TOYO tires, but I have been a true Goodyear and Michelin buyer in the past. Safe driving !

#601 of 788 Re: Toyo will help pay for replacements for A20s [berri] by damifinomike

Oct 19, 2010 (2:41 pm)

Replying to: berri (Oct 18, 2010 5:27 pm)
Yes, I agree with your statement. One never knows what is true story behind Toyota tire selection. During my frustrating search for replacement tires I thought of this... TOYO (tires) are almost the full spelling of TOYOTA.... Go figure.
Tirerack on internet can get the TOYO tires - Got mine via Belle Tire in Michigan. Some independent tire dealers around the area can also get them from Toyo Company. Maybe not as fast, but they can be had. Poster above noted Hankook and Goodyear also have the 19 inch tires available now. They did NOT last January when I was seeking my replacement tires. Might be worth a shot and get a nice rebate on top of it all.... SAFE driving !

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