tires and wheels?

[Sawyer]

How about some recommendations on tire and wheel brands? I have the nationals on now, hate them. I had BFG AT on my Rodeo, loved them, but are they too loud on the EXPY? I like Discount Tires, they seem fair, don't try to get "extra" services out of me. thanks, S oh ya, and I love the pics you guys put up, they are so helpful.

 

[Randy]

I have Michelin LTX M/S's mounted on mine and they wear very well. Road noise doesn't seem to be a problem (family members don't complain).

 

[ELVATO]

Firestone Destination LEs. (I think that's what they are) They're a lot better than the Contitracks. Then again, anything is better than those piece of craps.

From what I understand, pretty much anything that is all terrain will be "loud." Don't know if DiscountTires has this, but you could go over to Tirerack.com and look at the ratings. Though it isn't the most scientific method, it'll give you a pretty good idea Good luck.

 

[jsbaker]

Stay away from the Pathfinder line of tires at discount tire. I currently have them on my 98 and they are absolute trash. My mom had them on her 2004 silverado ex. cab and they had nothing but problems with them too, they are not back to the General tires. I have the BF goodrich a/t tires on my 99 Z71 and I can say they are very loud on the freeway. As soon as I get my balljoints changed on the expedition I am going for the Michelin LTXs, it may be $600+ but they are what most people reccomend for our vehicles.

 

[pronstar]

Personally I tend to stick to the name-brands, not the store/discountbrands. Tires play a huge role in how your vehicle goes/stops/corners, and I don't want to skimp.

Especially with performance tires, which are often perfectly (or nearly so) balanced...so you need minimal balancing weights once they are mounted on the wheel.

Think of it this way...they last many years/miles, so if you amortize the cost of the tire over it's service life, the cost difference is minimal...and a bit easier to justify.

 

[carp2000]

I have 36X12.50X16.5 military spec hummer tires (wrangler) and they rock I climbed mountains in WS-Virginia and slung the mud in the mud pit even when the mud & water was up to the door handles. I only have a 3" body lift and they fit great

 

[danketchpel]

I just replaced the original Continentals (got ~73,000 out of them) with a set of Michelin Cross Terrains. So far I'm impressed at how much nicer they ride. I haven't had a chance to get any fuel mileage numbers yet, hopefully it won't go down. I'd say the road noise is slightly less than the Contis.

Here's some info I discovered while doing my research. The Cross Terrains come in three different treadwear ratings. The H series are rated at 420, the S series are rated at 520 and, what is not readily apparent, the S series with the raised white lettering (ORWL) are rated at 700! It's not possible to decipher this on Michelin's website so I called their customer support and was told that.

I bought mine at Costco and sure enough, if you get the raised white letter version it lists a treadwear rating of 700 on the sticker.

This explains why some people report having them wear out around 40,000 miles while others report getting near 80,000 miles out of them.

My second choice would have been the LXT M/S as many people report being very happy with them. The reason I didn't go with them is they are supposed to ride a bit harder because they are built stronger for better off-road durability.

 

[RaiderNations]

What size wheels are you looking to get? 18" 20" 22" 24"

 

[IndyExpedition]

Thought I'd put my 2 cents in...I have a set of BFG AT's on my 2000 Expedition and haven't noticed any road noise...nor had any problems. I don't by tires or wheels anywhere but my local Discount Tire store. One comment I will make....in my honest opinion...don't go cheap on tires. I've tried 5 different types of truck/off road type tires and I don't think you'll be the BFG's. While some tires might be a little quieter...remember...these are trucks! Maybe they are a little noiser; I've got flowmaster custom exhaust on mine so I don't hear it. But I think everyone will agree that you shouldn't skimp on tires. Bite the bullet a little and get decent tires and you'll be happier in the long run.
Thanks!

 

[johnnystar]

I got Coopers 305's on 20" rims, Id show you but i cant my pics up!

 

[JUST4FUN]

I really like the look of your expy Johnnystar

 

[PaisanNYC]

I just got my front right tire slashed, (yes I just got my '04 Expy XLT 3 weeks ago! lol) and I now have an excuse to my wife to get rid of the Conti stock tires. Does Goodyear make any good tires for my 17" rims? Im asking because I never have seen anyone here mention Goodyear (I remember the issue years ago Ford had tho), and I actually have a Goodyear charge card which would help out tremendously if I could just charge the sale to that. Too bad there are no Discount Tire shops near me in NYC

 

[johnnystar]

To the best as i can Tell Goodyear has gone from being a tire leader to being an average tire. But such as any brand they have their cheap lines, and their more expensive line.
The charge card has to be good for more than just goodyear tires, im sure you can use it for other stuff as well, including other brands of tires, cuz they get your money and the interest regardless.

 

[2002EB]

Originally posted by PaisanNYC
and I actually have a Goodyear charge card which would help out tremendously if I could just charge the sale to that.

Your Goodyear card should good for all products and services at any location. I don't know about the corp. owned stores though.

 

[johnnystar]

Originally posted by JUST4FUN
I really like the look of your expy Johnnystar

Danka.. me too, i like showing it off. Im sure the novelty will wear off one day. Then again maybe not, ill keep trickin it out.

 

[croatone]

I might have to disagree with johnystar. Good year makes an excellent product. There is a reason the military uses them on hmmv. Also the goodyear mtr is used widely in rock crawling competions for being sticky and durable. I have used the silent armors on my little brothers trucks with great sucess. They are quiet and smooth and actually have some beefy side lugs to them,that seem to chennel water well. If you want a street only tire than go with a michelin ltx or atx. I think they slide around to much on our top drive hunting truck. The truck came with them so they will stay untill they get more cactus in them.

 

[jeffnoel]

I have Nitto Terra Grapplers and there great.

 

[Mr.Steini]

Personally I tend to stick to the name-brands, not the store/discountbrands. Tires play a huge role in how your vehicle goes/stops/corners, and I don't want to skimp.

I go with pronstar.
I hafe 20" wheels and bridgestone 275/55/20 Dueler H/L Alenza both from http://www.tirerack.com/
I was told by a friend of mine who had try 22" on his truck that he did not like that size,went to 20"and was very pleased with that.
We don´t have the best roads in Iceland
(rough tarmac) but these Bridgestoneare perfect ride in the summer time,very quiet and steady.

But i could get some a advise from you guys when come´s to winter tires on my 17" wheels??

 

[geno001]

I have Michelin LTX on my 04. Great ride quality, quiet, handle well and good in rain.

Just my .02

 

[Buck Nasty]

I love my BFG A/T's! If you decide on Michelin or BFG, go to Costco...If you can. No ********, great prices.