Originally Posted by GotRPM

It doesn't help the OP when guys post that they "like Michelins" or "Toyos rule". Each manufacturer makes a large number of tire designs, some better than others within the same manufacturer's line. Please give the model name you like or dislike - not just the brand.....

Tire Rack has a large database of tire reviews for many different models, I suggest that the OP look there for tires in his size. Not definitive, but more helpful than "Goodyears suck". .

Originally Posted by hfx_cdn

Thank you for the Tire Rack site, but one of the problems I seem to be encountering is that even with Michelin and Toyo ticked, it won't bring them up in any of the comparisons. Yet they each make tires in that size. What am I doing wrong?

Originally Posted by hfx_cdn

For what it is worth, I went into a tire shop today and asked why the Michelin Latitude was listed as "an acceptable alternative" and why it didn't meet OEM specs. He looked it up, and then said, the Latitude has a softer rubber and that was why. It still is rated to give a longer wear milage, and a softer ride.

EMG

Originally Posted by hfx_cdn

Damned if I know, that's why I turned to this forum to see if any of the gurus could help shed light on what gives a good ride at a reasonable price. All I can say is that the OEM Goodyears give a poor ride and just didn't last.

EMG