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Re: OT: Truck tires....for my big new 'old' truck...
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Posted by Bret [Email] (more from Bret) on Sun, 1 May 2005 04:50:28 Share Post by Email
In Reply to: OT: Truck tires....for my big new 'old' truck..., 9-3/9-5Smitty, Sat, 30 Apr 2005 17:19:50
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I oversee the maintenance of 7 service trucks & vans, three of which roll on 235/85-16 tires. I recently bought a set of Kumho Venture HT for a 1-ton welding truck (weighs approx. 13,000lbs) and so far they're working pretty well. If you're looking for a value priced tire, the Kumho is a good choice.

The XPS Rib seems like overkill to me. Do you really need a tire that can be retreaded/regrooved? Basically the XPS is a big rig tire made for smaller trucks. I remember looking into the XPS but recall they cost about $200/tire and had lousy all season traction. Instead, I'd recommend the Michelin LTX M/S in your size if you want to stick with the Michelin brand. If you're a warehouse club member, that tire is called the X Radial LT. It's an excellent all around truck/SUV tire; maybe the best tire in its class. They'll give you better all season traction while still running smooth and quiet (for an load rated E tire).

Another good tire in that size appears to be the new Firestone Transforce HT. We've run Firestone Steeltex tires on a few of our trucks with excellent performance. The Transforce is the updated version of the Steeltex tire. Pricing is between the Michelin and the Kumho.

The BFGoodrich Commercial T/A has a reputation for a harsh, stiff ride but it does last a long time. For your needs I'd prolly avoid this tire.

I hope all this helps.

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