Ford Explorer: Good all around tires for the Explorer XLT (235/70/16)

I've had Michelin LTX/MS on a '98 and they were quiet, long wearing (tread
wear around 440 I think). Our '02 has Goodyears 16" factory's on it. They
are quiet and a softer coumpond rubber, (tread wear I think is about 330).
The softer goodyears would probably be better in snow, but the michelins
would wear longer.
wth

"Sum Yung Guy" <guy.nut> wrote in message
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The LTX/ATs are excellent as well, though probably nosier than the MS. Can't
stop the ATs in snow!


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"wth" <com> writes: 

My experience with Michelin Cross-Terrains and LTX M/S is that the Cross
Terrains are better tires in every way (wet grip/dry grip/quietness/traction
in snow/treadwear). They do cost about $10 more per tire though. They
can be special ordered at Costco if you can't get a decent price through a
tire store.

-Jonathan net

Michelin's are way overpriced and overrated!!! The Toyo AT Open
Country is by far a more traction superior, better quality made tire
for less money!!! The Toyo's offer a spiral wound nylon belt for added
high speed protection, and a rim guard protector as well. Michelin
tires do not have either one!!! Toyo's are kick ass tires!!! Another
good tire to consider is the Yokohama Avid S/T.