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Matthew2
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Jun 01, 2017

Need your feedback on correct tires for Dually

I need feedback on what tires I should purchase for my 2001 Dodge 3500 DRW 2 wheel drive with 48,500 miles air bags and a diesel engine. I currently have original factory Michelin LTX M/S 235/85/R16 ...
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Matthew2
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Jun 02, 2017
I did order what I believe was called posi traction when ordered truck new.
The Michelin XPS Traction tire seems to have more steel belt especially on the sidewall when I look at spec online. The Michelin Defender tire weighs 43 lbs while the XPS traction weighs 56 lbs.
But the XPS traction tire is rated higher on mud and gravel but not higher rated in snow.
I would think XPS Traction tire would perform better in snow.

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