time for new shoes...

[willdennis]

Hi all,

I currently have Bridgestone Dueler AT tires on my 2010 Chevy Silverado 1500, which came with the truck when I bought it new. The have the following code on the side:

P265/65R18 112S M+S

I'm at 58K miles, and the tread is worn down enough for me to want to replace them (they are warranted for 50K miles.) I'm considering going with Michelin LTX M/S 2 tires. They have a P265/65R18 tire (part # 02633) that only differs in the speed rating ("T" instead of "S".)

Before I pull the trigger on these, anything else I should consider? (Other manufacturer, other ratings, etc.) These Michelins were the highest rated light truck tire in Consumer Reports last truck tire ratings (also highest priced) so they seem good to me. I'm hauling a ~5,500# laden TT about 6-7 times a year; other than that, the truck is a daily driver. I also don't do any off-road stuff with the truck.

Thanks!
Will

[ata3001]

The truck in my signature just got new shoes a few months ago. Cooper Discoverer AT3, same size as yours. My TT weighs 5500 - 6000 lbs depending on the trip. I replaced with original size (P265/65x18). The Coopers have a higher weight rating than the Michelins do. 2604 vs 2469 lbs.

[blt2ski]

Sperry has a.nice line up.of shoes.....Also ha e found.the.Asics tiger line to work well too if one needs lightweight shoes.
Keeps for.sandals.
Timberlands for boots.......

Marty

[moresmoke]

If you are towing any amount, you may want to consider LT tires in an equivalent size. As far as the michelins go, I have LTXs on my pickup, were new when I bought it 4 years ago. They have about 40000 on them are about half worn now. But, all 4 have weather cracking around the beads. Needless to say, my next set will not be Michelin.