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New tire recommendation?

Old Oct 23, 2015 | 7:38 AM
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I have a 2005 Chevy suburban. It needs new sneakers and I was wondering what you all recommend. Thanks.
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Old Oct 23, 2015 | 11:07 AM
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That depends on what type of driving you do. Michelin is the best, but you have to pay to get them.
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Old Oct 24, 2015 | 12:21 PM
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No doubt Michelin is one, or just about the best tread you can put on your ride.
But, echoing what oldchevy said, and, will add NOW is the time to make a selection which will enhance capabilities and safety.

Take into consideration what you really want out of your treads.
Most any Tire tread will get you down the road, but, consider those situations where even for limited times, a strong feature/ability will get you through a seasonal or unexpected situation.

For instance...
I live in an area, where there is very limited spring and fall. We go from hot and dry, to treading water to brief periods of ice. I would select a Tread which has good Wet Traction and does well on Ice. As long a the tire is round, that's enough to get me though the hot part

Take your time and make an informed decision.
Make a selection and come on back for comments before you buy.
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Old Oct 25, 2015 | 12:36 AM
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It really depends whether you want a set of street tires or all around tires. About the brand, Goodyear and Bridgestone are good options also.
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Old Oct 26, 2015 | 10:45 AM
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Originally Posted by iluvchevy
It really depends whether you want a set of street tires or all around tires. About the brand, Goodyear and Bridgestone are good options also.
Goodyear and Bridgestone are both excellent Manufacturers, and have the range of Treads for just about anything.

Any Tread* can get you down the street or hiway, but, there are tradeoffs. The more rubber you put on the road, the better mileage and dry braking ability. The more pronounced the Cleats*, the better traction you have OTR (Off the Road) and in mud or snow.

Almost every Manufacturer makes several applications of Tread, to fit just about any condition or use one can think of. And, just because the Manufacturer has a stellar reputation, doesn't mean that their Tire is be best for your specific application.

I view Tires much like I do an Insurance Policy. One, in a policy, can include Clauses for specific coverage. Tires are the same, I personally want that "coverage", when I really need it, not wish later I'd had it available.

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When I say "Tread" I actually mean the Tread Pattern, not a off hand reference to the Tire it's self.
"Cleats", are the raised portions of rubber, between the body of the Tire and the Road.

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