Community Alumni
Apr 16, 2014In 40,000+ miles on the original tires, I rotated them twice giving each tire time on the front axle. This was due to the steering tires scrubbing the tread on the outside. If it wasn't for this issue, I would leave the tires alone. I did maintain tire rotation direction each time. The posted chart seems to violate that recommended rule. The fleet tire service that did our company trucks did not rotate tires unless there was a mitigating circumstance. Going forward, I am going to avoid rotation altogether. If past experience is any indicator, the front tires will run less miles and the rear will go longer. The next trip to the tire store will be 1/3rd the cost. I did consider putting rib or steering tires on the front and traction tires on the rear as was my work truck. That arrangement proved itself out during winter and wet weather. Handling on the highway was improved as well. Your mileage may vary, as they say. I went from the Continental Vanco to the Michelin LTX MS/2. After 2,000 miles I can say that it is a step up in ride, handling, traction and quietness. Too early to tell on the longevity.