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Randalf · 10-20-2016, 01:57 PM

I thought I had my new tire decision down to two choices: Goodrich KO2s or Michelin A/Ts. However, my local tire shop recommends Yokohama A/Ts over the Michelin A/Ts, and the KO2 tires third. The juvenile in me wants the KO2s for the cool factor, but in reality 99% of our driving is on highways, with 10-20% of it towing our fifth wheel. I don't really need the more aggressive KO2 tread design.
Any recommendations on the Yokohamas?

Mac99 · 10-20-2016, 03:17 PM

The local tire shop will always direct you to the tires that
produces the most profit for them.
I've never encountered anyone who felt that Michelin did
not make an excellent tire. Some folks like to go cheap,
and I get that. But oftentimes cheap becomes more expensive
over the long haul.

vsheetz · 10-20-2016, 03:23 PM

The KO2 has a stronger sidewall making it cut resistant there. But with 99% highway use, not a biggie.

MtnTrek · 10-20-2016, 10:26 PM

Hi,
All three tires get good reviews. I had very good results from a set of the Michelin A/T. They are still on the truck (Ram) that is with a friend now. The tires have not experienced any oxidation or cracking, very even wear. I prefer the quietest running models, with wet traction ratings usually being the tie breaker.
Best of luck.

Belgian · 10-20-2016, 11:01 PM

I have purchased Michelin tires for years for all my vehicles and have never had a problem. Recently when buying new tire for our Tahoe the tire guy said I could save some $s by buying Bridgestone and he said they are made by Michelin and are just as good for less $s.
NOT SO!

The Bridgestones are noisy and have terrible grip with just a little water on the road. For the few dollars I saved I lost a lot of safety and piece of mind. I'll be going back to Michelin.

Randalf · 10-21-2016, 08:56 PM

For better or worse, I took the easy (cheap) way and had one new Firestone Transforce and the unused spare installed up front, and the half-life front tires were moved aft. I'm still worried that Chrysler won't honor the warranty on my bent rear axle, so I don't want to invest in a new set of tires if I'm only going to trade the truck in. If they do honor the warranty, I'll put a year's worth of miles on the Firestones and then trade up.

Thanks for all your advise!

jelag · 10-22-2016, 11:59 AM

I travel the west... over the course of a year I'm in at least 6 or 7 different states... I buy my tires from a major dealer who has stores throughout the west... for me its Costco.... good prices.... good service.... no hassles about how the warranty game is played... I have 19.5" rubber on my dually, LT tires on the 5er... and automotive tires on my trailer for the side by side... and tires on my cars... since I'm in their computer... I don't have to worry about carrying a document for proof of purchase in the vehicle... they like to rotate and balance often (free) but I don't get that done much.... usually just 4-5 times in the life of the tires...

I'm pleased with their service.... you of course need to pick someone that fits your needs... but move past your local store and look into the area you travel...

Notice I didn't mention brand.... I have Bridgestone on the 19.5" BFG's I think on the trailer and at least 2 different brands on the cars/Jeep... I'm not brand loyal... but buy what tire shape, tread, configuration I think will work best for my application...

Since the truck and jeep are now only driven in mostly dry/highway conditions they have as close to a front steer tire I can find... for good handling & mileage...