Anyone running the LTX AT's? I am looking at replacing tires, and am getting mixed reviews from tire dealers between the LTX MS and the LTX AT. One recommends the Bridgestone Dueler H/T, but I am leaning towards the Michelins.

 

As a rule of thumb, Michelins deliver a smooth, quiet ride and performance that justifies the cost (to an extent; I still think they're overpriced). You really can't go wrong with Michelins, in my experience.

Everybody's got their opinions, though - you'll hear the odd stories here and there about "well I had a set and they blah blah blah. I'll never buy them again...." But it's safe to say that less than 1% of Michelin owners have any valid complaints.

Another exceptional A/T tire to check out is the Bridgestone Dueler A/T REVO. It looks tough, handles great, and is really quiet. Cheaper than Michelin, too.

Just my $.02

XXL

 

Matt's right, you won't go wrong with either Michelin or Bridgestone. They're the only two brands I'd buy....right now I've got Dueler AT's.

 

www.michelintires.com

This site allows you to compare all Michelin tires and see the difference. REVOs are really giving Michelin a run for their money. Depending on what you expect to gain from the tires, on/off road, smooth ride, handling, mud/snow/rain traction, the site breaks it all down. I run LTX/MS and love them, however if you read throughout this site, the REVOs are superior tires too. The highest rated Michelin tire for traction, handling and wear are the Cross Terains. However you may find this tire is an "H" performance rated tire depending on the size. Good luck with it. The LTX/MS run anywhere from 160-200 each unless you can catch a good sale. But keep in mind that the LTX/MS don't have a mileage warranty but the UTQG rating is 400.

 

I've had the following tires on my 1999:

Firestone Wilderness A/T: Recall them? Ford certainly did.

Michelin LTX M/S: Nice tire, lasted 25,000 miles. Despite the M/S labeling, I would consider them an all/season tire. Wasn't really great in snow or on ice. Less capable than the Firestone's in those areas.

Michelin Cross-Terrains: Due to an undetected front-end problem, I burned out of these in 15,000 miles. I wasn't happy, but couldn't completely blame the tire. I would also consider them as an all/season, maybe a little less capable than the LTX M/S. Nice looking tire. Michelin uses a rubber compound in the sidewalls that gives them a very dark appearance, really black with a slight gloss. I never used detail products on them as it wasn't necessary.

Bridgestone Dueler A/T Revo: My current tire, about three months old. Rides a little more firmly than the cushy Cross-Terrains, but significantly better in snow. Less expensive as well. I would consider it more an all-terrain tire than the Michelins discussed above.

 

I know you guys have knocked them down before, but I still love the look and ride of my Goodyear Wrangler AT's. They are quiet, great ride and when driving in snow, they just keep digging.