Yet another newb looking for tire advice...

[Steve57]

I've been perusing the tire threads for some time and haven't found what I'm looking for. At the risk of irritating some of you, here goes:

I love my 2021 Trail Boss, but I don't go off roading. I'm at 40K miles and it's time for new tires. Yes indeed, they've been a really loud set of shoes! I tow a 6000 lb travel trailer with it occasionally (3-5 trips/year, usually one long one). I live in Colorado, so I need a good all season tire. The truth is almost all my driving is on interstates or state/local highways. I love the look of the aggressive tires everyone is talking about, but not at the cost of noise, fuel economy and mileage. So I have a hammer that I do not use as a hammer. But it is a great looking hammer to me!

My tire priorities are:
1) Lower road noise
2) All season, LT tire
3) Good fuel economy
3) Good for towing the travel trailer
4)Longevity (mileage)
5) Stock 275/65 R18 is fine. Not interested in any mods

Looking for the best balance of all the above. Don't want to break the bank, but will pay what I need to get what I want.
I've been looking at the Michelin Defender LTX M/S2, but I haven't seen a single post that even mentions Michelin tires. I like the Michelin brand but am certainly open to less expensive options that meet my requirements, assuming there are any.
Would appreciate any suggestions or comments from your experiences.

Steve

 

[mtn-trail]

I like researching on Tire Rack, especially now that they joined forces so to speak with Discount tire. I just looked at the Michelin Ltx for our stock size and a tire review popped up where they tested 9 tires for qualities you are looking for. Check it out, I think I used a similar version back 20 years ago on a 4runner and they were quiet and competent. To add to this, if you up the tire size to 275/70, you get a few more options. I try to find a 3pms tire for where I live as I don’t get winter tires for my truck. Wife’s car as a dedicated set for each season. I also like the General APT and used that on a V-8 4runner I had.

 

[Gunner7904]

Hi there, I made the switch to the Falken Wildpeak AT4s. I put them on last year and have made 2 trips, from Florida to the Vermont/Canadian border and then Florida to NW Arizona during the winter. I actually had a slight increase in highway mileage of about 2mpg. As for everything else, very low road noise, I pull a trailer from time to time(car hauler for my 55 Desoto) with no issues. As for the warranty, the LTs have a 60000 mile warranty! Ive used these tires in rain, snow, mud and desert and had no issues at all!

 

[5850boss]

I've been perusing the tire threads for some time and haven't found what I'm looking for. At the risk of irritating some of you, here goes:

I love my 2021 Trail Boss, but I don't go off roading. I'm at 40K miles and it's time for new tires. Yes indeed, they've been a really loud set of shoes! I tow a 6000 lb travel trailer with it occasionally (3-5 trips/year, usually one long one). I live in Colorado, so I need a good all season tire. The truth is almost all my driving is on interstates or state/local highways. I love the look of the aggressive tires everyone is talking about, but not at the cost of noise, fuel economy and mileage. So I have a hammer that I do not use as a hammer. But it is a great looking hammer to me!

My tire priorities are:
1) Lower road noise
2) All season, LT tire
3) Good fuel economy
3) Good for towing the travel trailer
4)Longevity (mileage)
5) Stock 275/65 R18 is fine. Not interested in any mods

Looking for the best balance of all the above. Don't want to break the bank, but will pay what I need to get what I want.
I've been looking at the Michelin Defender LTX M/S2, but I haven't seen a single post that even mentions Michelin tires. I like the Michelin brand but am certainly open to less expensive options that meet my requirements, assuming there are any.
Would appreciate any suggestions or comments from your experiences.

Steve

I personally do all my tire homework using Tire Rack web site they have lots of information about tires. HOPE THIS HELPS

 

[Bigzauto]

I've been perusing the tire threads for some time and haven't found what I'm looking for. At the risk of irritating some of you, here goes:

I love my 2021 Trail Boss, but I don't go off roading. I'm at 40K miles and it's time for new tires. Yes indeed, they've been a really loud set of shoes! I tow a 6000 lb travel trailer with it occasionally (3-5 trips/year, usually one long one). I live in Colorado, so I need a good all season tire. The truth is almost all my driving is on interstates or state/local highways. I love the look of the aggressive tires everyone is talking about, but not at the cost of noise, fuel economy and mileage. So I have a hammer that I do not use as a hammer. But it is a great looking hammer to me!

My tire priorities are:
1) Lower road noise
2) All season, LT tire
3) Good fuel economy
3) Good for towing the travel trailer
4)Longevity (mileage)
5) Stock 275/65 R18 is fine. Not interested in any mods

Looking for the best balance of all the above. Don't want to break the bank, but will pay what I need to get what I want.
I've been looking at the Michelin Defender LTX M/S2, but I haven't seen a single post that even mentions Michelin tires. I like the Michelin brand but am certainly open to less expensive options that meet my requirements, assuming there are any.
Would appreciate any suggestions or comments from your experiences.

Steve

I have Yokohama 35/12r18 M/T's on mine and it rubs a little without modification. Yokohama is made in USA, where all my favorite "USA" companies are made overseas. I only buy USA made and will pay more if necessary. Your Trail Boss should have no problem with a 34" tire. Yoko A/T are not as aggressive as the M/T, but the key to every tire is rotation every 5k to 7500miles - religiously - and use anti seize on the lugs.

 

[Steve57]

Thank you everyone for your comments. I did use tire rack, along with other sources, and finally settled in on the Michelin Defender LTX M/S2, Load Range D. Load Range E was overkill for my setup, and I'll get a smother ride with the D's when not towing. Plus, they were well rated for snow in their class. I've had them for a week, and could not be happier! The ride is very noticeably smoother and quieter compared to the stock, and worn out, Duelers. The handling of the truck is much, much, better too!

I'm not dis'ing the duelers at all, as I got 40K miles from them and never felt unsafe, but the ride was loud and rough. These new Michelin's are a huge step in the direction I want to go. Next test will be to air up the rear tires and hook up the trailer! Can't wait to evaluate the towing experience with them!