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    Posted: 27 Jul 2015 at 8:23am
Originally posted by ChinookPod

Our truck needs new tires soon and we also are interested in the Michelins.  However, they are not the "recommended" tires for our model, according to the Ford website.  Not sure why.  We will check with the Ford folks before final choice.


Would you link where you found this information please. I have never heard such a thing.
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Posts: 1067 		Direct Link To This Post Posted: 27 Jul 2015 at 8:33am
We use Michelin LTX M/S2 on our Ford Expedition and love them.  we have used Michelin tires on all of our vehicles in the last  10-12 years and never had a problem.  They are not cheap, but I feel that they are worth the extra cost.  they don't leak, don't lose belts, don't puncture easily and wear well.

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Posts: 1797 		Direct Link To This Post Posted: 27 Jul 2015 at 9:56am
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Originally posted by ChinookPod

Our truck needs new tires soon and we also are interested in the Michelins.  However, they are not the "recommended" tires for our model, according to the Ford website.  Not sure why.  We will check with the Ford folks before final choice.


Would you link where you found this information please. I have never heard such a thing.


Auto manufacturers "recommend" certain tires for their vehicles. Factors include load carrying capability, ride quality, physical fit, etc. For example Toyota "recommends" P265/70R16 for my Tacoma. However, I can buy LT tires in the exact same size and capabilities or even LT245/75R16s that would work just as well. The problem is tire manufactures use the auto manufacturers listing when fitting your TV. Therefore Michelin and other vendors "recommend" their P-metric tires for my truck, but I could and will replace the OEM P-metric tires with LTs as soon as these wear out. As long as you meet the load rating and don't mind a slightly rougher ride when not towing, LTs are probably a better choice.
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Posts: 1447 		Direct Link To This Post Posted: 27 Jul 2015 at 8:40pm
Originally posted by ChinookPod

Our truck needs new tires soon and we also are interested in the Michelins.  However, they are not the "recommended" tires for our model, according to the Ford website.  Not sure why.  We will check with the Ford folks before final choice.


I priced Michelins and Bridgestones Saturday, and in September a set of Michelins are going on my 2010 F150.  They go on sale in September at my local Costco.
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Posts: 1043 		Direct Link To This Post Posted: 28 Jul 2015 at 6:28am
going with the michelins as well.  does everyone get an alignment with new tires?  always a good idea, see whats recommended, no need if old tires are good and no pulling?  I have always been curious about this subject.  hogone
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