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#141 ·
Pdog said:
Thanks for explaining your thought process. I probably will go with Michelin Latitude Tour HP when it is time.
https://www.americastire.com/buy-tires/michelin-latitude-tour-hp/p/25347
Doesn't rain much in Northern CA unless El nino season and only go skiing about 3 times per year. Also like have quiet ride rating.
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I wouldn't hesitate to go with those tires based on my experience with the Latitude Tour on my 06 Pilot. Never failed me in any snow condition in NV, UT, CO, NM, WY. Also got 2.25 mpg more with them. Fantastic ride. Could not get them anymore in my size, so went with Defender LTX a few months ago.
(Could never understand the Michelin designation when they had both - non HP & HP - I think it just meant Higher Priced. Exact same specs.)
 
#142 ·
CAJack42 said:
I wouldn't hesitate to go with those tires based on my experience with the Latitude Tour on my 06 Pilot. Never failed me in any snow condition in NV, UT, CO, NM, WY. Also got 2.25 mpg more with them. Fantastic ride. Could not get them anymore in my size, so went with Defender LTX a few months ago.
(Could never understand the Michelin designation when they had both - non HP & HP - I think it just meant Higher Priced. Exact same specs.)
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Thanks for letting me know your experience. Hopefully, will not need for 60,000 miles. Liked your acronym!
Happy Trails!
 
#147 ·
stevenD said:
Actually that is what I meant, Powder Coat...!
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powder coating is a better option but I’m pretty good with a rattle can and sometimes powder coat can chunk off if the rim isnt well prepped. it would be a budget move. I’d be better off holding out for the sport version of these, which are already painted black aside from the polished parts. dunno width for sure but I assume 8”.
 
#148 ·
Reviving my favorite AT tire thread. Found an amazing local deal on spotless 2017 CRV rims. 18x7.5. What do you guys think? Might bust out photoshop. Anyone know if offset and bolt battern match PP? Does anyone know if the TPMS sensors are the same or even what they look like? These would be tasty with some Nittos.
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#154 ·
PAULinMA said:
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Tire size is 245-60-18. This size tire + 18" wheel = same overall diameter as original tires + 20" wheels.
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I like your setup. Was considering some Cooper AT3's, but the more I read up, the more I'm leaning towards the Defenders on some 18'' Ridgeline wheels. Did you notice the ride softening at all with these tires? The passport is pretty stiff/bumpy on dirt roads, and I've been attributing it the low-profiles/20'' rims. Is there any considerable change in ride quality?
 
#155 ·
ksulliva01 said:
I like your setup. Was considering some Cooper AT3's, but the more I read up, the more I'm leaning towards the Defenders on some 18'' Ridgeline wheels. Did you notice the ride softening at all with these tires? The passport is pretty stiff/bumpy on dirt roads, and I've been attributing it the low-profiles/20'' rims. Is there any considerable change in ride quality?
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The Michelin Defender LTX tires have a rather deep and rugged tread pattern. (Compared to the shallow tread on the super smooth Michelin Premier LTX tires) On most roads, the ride feels the same as the OE tires, but the big difference is the 18" Defender tires with taller sidewalls certainly go over potholes, sunken drain grates and rough dirt roads much smoother than the 20" wheels & tires. Plus my new teen drivers have already rubbed on a few curbs and the 18" tires only have minor scuffs. The OE wheels would have been badly scratched by now.
 
#156 ·
PAULinMA said:
The Michelin Defender LTX tires have a rather deep and rugged tread pattern. (Compared to the shallow tread on the super smooth Michelin Premier LTX tires) On most roads, the ride feels the same as the OE tires, but the big difference is the 18" Defender tires with taller sidewalls certainly go over potholes, sunken drain grates and rough dirt roads much smoother than the 20" wheels & tires. Plus my new teen drivers have already rubbed on a few curbs and the 18" tires only have minor scuffs. The OE wheels would have been badly scratched by now.
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Tell me about it - I'm in NYC until February and it takes me twice as long to parallel park (which I do every day) in a concerted effort to avoid curb rash on those 20's. Sounds like the Defenders are a great option for those not looking to have full-on AT tires.
 
#157 ·
ksulliva01 said:
I like your setup. Was considering some Cooper AT3's, but the more I read up, the more I'm leaning towards the Defenders on some 18'' Ridgeline wheels. Did you notice the ride softening at all with these tires? The passport is pretty stiff/bumpy on dirt roads, and I've been attributing it the low-profiles/20'' rims. Is there any considerable change in ride quality?
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I’m debating defenders still too. On my last car i swapped to AT tires from defenders after getting a rock puncture on a mountain road. Defenders are great in snow/ice/asphalt but dont quite have the teeth for gravel, mud or deep snow.
 
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