bunnmustangguy
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I am looking into replacing my stock tires on my 08 expedition 2x4. I mainly drive it on the road and don't really need AT but like the look of them. Plus we get snow once in a while in the winter not much.
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nvycrmn
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well, i love BF goodrich but they can be a little pricey. right now i am running Nitto terra grappler A/T and they seem to do just fine. havent seen them in snow yet but once i head to the mountain for ski season, i will let you know how they run.
KWT2000
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im running the nitto dune grappler works great in the snow has great curb appeal and are very quiet
walnuts4x4
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another great tire is the "General grabber AT2"
very similar to a BFG AT but a lot cheap and they have many good reviews.. now if they would only make em in a 37"
very similar to a BFG AT but a lot cheap and they have many good reviews.. now if they would only make em in a 37"
panda24619
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i like my bfgs but they are pricey. so i would stay away from them if you dont have a lot of $$.
jeff1998
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I have had a set of Mastercraft AT2's now for about a month and love them. No noise, good tread design, somewhat aggresive look, 50,000 mile warranty and only $140 a tire for 285/75/16's. They are made in the USA also.
Expeditionary
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BFG and Michelin are the best tires around (sometimes you actually DO get what you pay for) My father and I have had BFG and Michilin on both of our trucks, and trucks we have had in the past.
I have also talked to many with all different kinds of Nitto Grapplers, terra, trail, dune, mud, etc. they all have had great experiences with their tires.
I have nothing bad to say about their products.
As for generals... there is a reason their grabber AT has the exact same tread pattern as the BFG AT, same as The Toyo MTs and The Cooper STTs have a similar pattern. Its really the tread compound that will tell you wether or not you'll be replacing tires after 20K.
I have also talked to many with all different kinds of Nitto Grapplers, terra, trail, dune, mud, etc. they all have had great experiences with their tires.
I have nothing bad to say about their products.
As for generals... there is a reason their grabber AT has the exact same tread pattern as the BFG AT, same as The Toyo MTs and The Cooper STTs have a similar pattern. Its really the tread compound that will tell you wether or not you'll be replacing tires after 20K.
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All season tires are the most popular type and typically come with an S- and T-speed rating. They are standard on many sedans and minivans, and are designed to handle most conditions including dry and wet pavement and light to moderate snow
I have used Michelin LTX's on an Expy and two Navigators. When the Pirellis need replacement on my 2016 Expy, I will put Michelins on. Not a mud tire, but great all-around performance and very smooth, quiet ride.
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cullinan18
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my 2017 came with Hankook Dynapro AT-M (275x55R20). They look nice and aren't loud. I only have 1,500 miles on my Expy, but I am happy with their look and dry, street traction. The price isn't too bad for a truck tire.
Idahokid
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I’m running the Pantagonia a/T tires at the moment.A little hum on the interstate but an open pattern will sometimes do that.
Unless I am going offroad with a vehicle I really can't stand a mt or at tread. I like highway tread.
I just got some Michelin LTX at2 online for 104.00 each shipped!
I am cheap! But that's a deal for this tire.
Locally they have been 200-212.00
NTB had a few years ago for 180.00 after their 20 off coupon.
Best tire I have ever run. A long time tire store mgr told me they would rot off before you would wear them out and he was correct.
They were on a commercial vehicle that hauls lots of weight (10 ply load E) and they had to be replaced due to checkering in sidewall and cracks with tons of great looking tread.
I have run Firestone Flexsteel (old) and Transforce (replacement) and they don't hold a candle to the Michelins, but I was getting the Transforce for 137-144 but the shot way up at the Grismer I was going to so I went elsewhere.
I have heard people hate the Mich defender that is apparently the replacement for the LTX a2. I wasn't going to risk it.
I normally do Douglas or other off brand at walmart or if I find a good one or two on craigslist or marketplace but this was my new daily driver purchase to replace my TC of 6.5 years and I budgeted for a nice set that will last me a good while.
I just got some Michelin LTX at2 online for 104.00 each shipped!
I am cheap! But that's a deal for this tire.
Locally they have been 200-212.00
NTB had a few years ago for 180.00 after their 20 off coupon.
Best tire I have ever run. A long time tire store mgr told me they would rot off before you would wear them out and he was correct.
They were on a commercial vehicle that hauls lots of weight (10 ply load E) and they had to be replaced due to checkering in sidewall and cracks with tons of great looking tread.
I have run Firestone Flexsteel (old) and Transforce (replacement) and they don't hold a candle to the Michelins, but I was getting the Transforce for 137-144 but the shot way up at the Grismer I was going to so I went elsewhere.
I have heard people hate the Mich defender that is apparently the replacement for the LTX a2. I wasn't going to risk it.
I normally do Douglas or other off brand at walmart or if I find a good one or two on craigslist or marketplace but this was my new daily driver purchase to replace my TC of 6.5 years and I budgeted for a nice set that will last me a good while.
ManUpOrShutUp
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I had a set of Michelin LTX M/S2 on my last SUVand wasn't a fan. The treadwear was great (55K on them when I sold it and probably 10K left on them), but their snow performance was poor. Then I picked up the Expedition, which came with a new set of Pirelli Scorpions on it. Those were awesome in the snow, but treadwear was poor. They were at 3/32 after ~32K. I decided to give the LTX M/S2 a try again since so many people like them and I thought: "Maybe they'll do better on heavier vehicle." Nope. They do ok in the snow on the Expedition, but far worse than the Pirellis. Treadwear has been unimpressive also. I've got 21K on them and am down to 6/32. When these go, I'm going back to Pirelli. The treadwear sucked, but I'm ready to accept the tradeoff for the winter performance.
Idahokid
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When I first bought my Expedition it had Michelin LXT tires on it and they last forever and the miles per gallon was really good.Great tire.
Trainmaster
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Michelins on the 2008. Best tire I've ever driven.
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