Michelin LTX M/S Tires

Blue Bowtie · January 23, 2002

Hey guys, I was wondering if anybody is running Michelin LTX M/S tires, I'm looking into getting a set for my S10, and was wondering what your opinions on them are. If you're running these, give me the good, and the bad I priced them yesterday, and they quoted me $107 a tire for 225/70/R15...not cheap, but I'm wondering if they are worth the price, they look to be good tires I'm moving up the tire size from the stock 205/75/R15 Uniroyal Tiger Paws. By the way...the stock S10 Tiger Paw tires have seriously been declawed...worst traction tire I've ever had, they ride pretty nicely, but they don't have much meat to them at all, that's why come spring time they will be replaced. Any opinions would be appreciated!

Brandon

chevy4x4trucks · January 23, 2002

Don't know about the tires you want, but I'll agree w/ you on the tiger paws. My 96 S-10 I used to own had a set of them and they were horrible. I couldn't get any traction in the rain. Before winter I got a set of goodyears for the rear (2wd) in hopes that I would get some better traction. I looked all over and couldn't find many aggresive tires in that size though. IMO anything is a step up from those el cheapo tires.

Blue Bowtie · January 23, 2002

Here's a pic of this tire:

Not the most agressive tire in the world, but I think it will do good for me. Like you said Jon, anything is a step up from the stock "kitty paws"

You can read more about the Michelin LTX M/S tires at:

http://tires.michelin-us.com/catalog/tires/ltxms.html#

Brandon

01z71 · January 23, 2002

Well, I guess they are better than the tiger paws. I got them on a Ranger I have as Firestone replacements. Probelm with them is they hold gravel in them (At least until you get up to highway speeds) and then all you hear is the gravel dislodging and pelting your vehicle). They do all right off road in light stuff nothing spectacular but they are o.k. If it was me I would look at the Wrangler AT/S. I know a guy who has them on his truck -- they do good off road and he does not have the problems retaining the gravel.

Blue Bowtie · January 23, 2002

01z71, thanks for the advice...I'm not planning on going off-road very often, and if I would, it would just be in light stuff anyways, so I don't think I have to worry about this too much. I just want a good tire that will give me good traction on the road in all conditions, rain, snow, etc., as well as being fairly comfortable. I don't want my truck to ride like a car, but I don't want too harsh of a ride from a more aggressive tire

Thanks for the advice again! Anybody else wanna chime in on this topic...all advice will be taken into consideration before I purchase a set of tires in the spring

Brandon

gandolphxx · January 24, 2002

I have them on two vehicles - the Jeep and the Bronco - great ride - good control - you will like them.

Blue Bowtie · January 24, 2002

Thanks for the response gandolphxx, I can't wait to get these Uniroyals off. Now I've just gotta set aside the money for the spring, before I spend it on something else

GreenRado · January 25, 2002

Blue Bowtie:

Although I ended up with Duelers, I have several friends who have replaced Firestones w/ Michelin LTX and like them a lot. Seem to wear well, track well, and are good in weather.

My Dueler H/Ls pick up stones and "gravel" then blast my rocker panels and undersides, but like you I don't do too much offroad or even gravel roads any more. The tires are fantastic in rain, and there's going to be a trade-off having wide center grooves, namely gravel pickup. At least that's been my experience.

I noticed the Michelins have a lot of what look like factory "siping", and that ought to make them pretty good on ice, etc.

If you haven't already checked it out, Tire Rack has customer reviews and tabulations that I found useful (one more bit of info to use).

<a href="www.tirerack.com" target="_blank">www.tirerack.com</a>

Blue Bowtie · January 25, 2002

GreenRado, thanks for the response, I'll check out the tirerack website All opinions and help is appreciated! I just want to make sure that I don't regret buying something, but from what I've heard so far, I'm sticking with my decision, and getting the Michelin's in the spring time...now, I just want this already spring-like winter to pass for good, and bring on the real warm weather Can't wait to hear what that darn Groundhog has to say on Feb 2nd...how many more weeks until my truck mods can continue...lol! ;)

Brandon

bscottb · January 26, 2002

I've had Michelin LTX M/S on my last three trucks. They ride great, wear well, and have good traction in any weather. I bought a set of BFG's for this truck, but I didn't like the ride. Sold them to a friend and went back to Michelin. You will be very happy with these tires.

Blue Bowtie · January 27, 2002

bscottb, thanks for the response! It's great to hear from somebody that has what seems to be a lot of experience with these tires I wanted them before, but I think you sold me on them, thanks!

Brandon

Robinhood · January 28, 2002

Blue Bowtie

I can speak very highly of these tires from experience. Just to reiterate what others have said. Great tire for wet traction and good on snow, they give great mileage also. I have used these tires on two personal vehicles and have extensive use on service vehicle for work (Econoline 250 F**D van). We have used these tires for our service fleet vehicles and usually get 45,000 miles out of them easy.(approx weight of vehicle and cargo exceeds 7000 lbs)

The p-metric tires are warranted for 60,000 and LT versions are 50,000 miles.

I have a set on our Blazer with about 30,000 miles on them currently.(p235-75-15)

Another buying option you have is to check Sears, They sell the same tire there. It will be sold under the name Michelin XC LT4 (same as the LTX MS).

Don't have any reservations about buying these tires you will be more than satisfied.

Blue Bowtie · January 29, 2002

Robinhood, thanks for the info! I didn't realize Sears sold the same tire, just under a different name, I guess I learn something new every day I'll keep this in mind as I am price shopping! Thanks again!

Brandon

caddelma · January 29, 2002

Robinhood, thanks for the info! I didn't realize Sears sold the same tire, just under a different name, I guess I learn something new every day I'll keep this in mind as I am price shopping! Thanks again!

Brandon

Also check out Sam's Club. They carry Michelin and will special order if they don't have it in stock. They only charge about $9.00 for mounting/balance/road hazard... per tire, plus they are usually lower in price. The tire prices is what keeps me renewing my membership ($30 or $35 per year). They have a 3-day free membership every so often. I am looking at either the M&S or maybe the A/T for my '98 C1500. I had the M&S on a F*rd Ranger and loved them!