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Offline kardood69

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Mini-van tires
« on: April 09, 2011, 10:50:19 am »
Need new all-seasons for the van this  year...  225/60-R17

Anyone recommend something?

Want a long-life all-season that's good in the wet and mild ice/snow (for the shoulder seasons).   

Local tire place was thinking Michelin Harmony's..  but never know if they're just pushing the overstock or not..

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Re: Mini-van tires
« Reply #1 on: April 09, 2011, 11:09:11 am »
The Harmony seems to be a popular tire for tire shops to push.  My tire shop recommended the Uniroyal AS65 as a less expensive alternative.
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Re: Mini-van tires
« Reply #2 on: April 09, 2011, 11:24:41 am »
I had Michelin Harmonys on a Toyota Camry. They were good in wet and dry conditions, quiet, long lasting and reasonably priced. I was sufficiently impressed to put them on a GM minivan. There they performed well but wore prematurely. Couldn't figure out why.

The attached Toronto Star "Wheels" item talks about that issue. The author discusses load rating.
« Last Edit: April 09, 2011, 11:32:47 am by Gardiner Westbound »
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Re: Mini-van tires
« Reply #3 on: April 09, 2011, 12:43:35 pm »
Goodyear Tripletred seems suited for your needs.

http://www.goodyeartires.com/tire/assurance-triple-tred/
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Re: Mini-van tires
« Reply #4 on: April 09, 2011, 03:40:53 pm »
Highest rated all seasons from CR:

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Re: Mini-van tires
« Reply #5 on: April 09, 2011, 06:06:19 pm »
We have the Hydro-Edges on the Sienna, we are happy with the choice and performance so far.  Now onto their 3rd season.
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Re: Mini-van tires
« Reply #6 on: April 09, 2011, 10:31:25 pm »
Quote from: Gardiner Westbound on April 09, 2011, 11:24:41 am
I had Michelin Harmonys on a Toyota Camry. They were good in wet and dry conditions, quiet, long lasting and reasonably priced. I was sufficiently impressed to put them on a GM minivan. There they performed well but wore prematurely. Couldn't figure out why.

The attached Toronto Star "Wheels" item talks about that issue. The author discusses load rating.

I wonder if minivans, especially those that see towing and/or carry loads, would benefit from a light duty version of a truck tire (still P-metric)?
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Re: Mini-van tires
« Reply #7 on: April 10, 2011, 08:42:03 am »
Enjoyed our Hydroedge very much on 04 Sienna. Down to 5-32. Members only store recommended Michelin X-Radial  $712 on the road.
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