Larry Slavick
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• Collierville, TN, USA |
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• Registered on 1/23/2004 |
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 Posted:12/11/2005 11:40 |
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Hello,
I have been lurking for a while. I have read everything I can about tire selection. I have decided to go with a set of these tires size 285/75RR16 D. There seem to be much discussion on load rating concerning the X. I will be towing a 5k lb. boat during the summer. The rest of the time I just commute and take several road trips. Will I be ok with this tire in a D? I read somewhere they were coming out with an E, but I have not been able to find it.
I put Michelin LTX M/Ss on my previous X and loved them. I wanted to put a little more aggressive tread and larger size on my new to me 2004.
Thanks
Larry
2004 Excursion Eddie Bauer 4wd 6.0 PowerStroke
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rozett
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• Limington, ME, USA |
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• Registered on 1/10/2003 |
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Posted:12/11/2005 17:50 |
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I'm running the D-rated REVO 285's... and I pull a 10K pound trailer on a regular basis. These tires are rated for a max load of 3305 pounds, times four is 13220 pounds max load. This is more than enough for a 8000 pound vehicle plus the load from the trailer.
If you look at your Michelin LTX M/S... the D-rated 265's have a max load of 2601 per tire (10,400 total) while the E-rated are 3,415 per tire (13,660 total). So the D-rated 285s have a max load that is only 400 pounds (3%) less than the E-rated 265's.
So go with the REVO's..... you'll love them! 
//bruce
2000 Excursion Limited V10 4x4
ART brakes, Rancho RSX shocks, Hellwig rear sway bar, SD grille, V10 badges, Sylvania Silverstars, clear corners, and Bridgestone Dueler A/T REVO 285s. |
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BBBxcursion
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• Chicago, IL, USA |
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• Registered on 12/7/2005 |
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Posted:12/12/2005 02:33 |
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Yup, I Iove my 285 revos  |
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Larry Slavick
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• Collierville, TN, USA |
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• Registered on 1/23/2004 |
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• 6 posts |
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Posted:12/12/2005 13:05 |
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Thanks to everyone for their advise! I ordered a set of 285 Revos this morning from TireRack.
Next question...
What tire pressure do you recommend?
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monsta
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• The Big Island, HI, USA |
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• Registered on 1/5/2002 |
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Posted:12/13/2005 12:38 |
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I saw someone over at FTE recommended max pressure (65lbs. right?)
That may be a bit too much depending on the weight of your truck. I say start with 50F 55R and watch the tire wear. Just my .02 though.
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poormonkey
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• Chicago, IL, USA |
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• Registered on 7/27/2004 |
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Posted:12/13/2005 21:30 |
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Do the 285 tires fit on the stock 16" rim pretty good? Anyone evern seen a better price per tire then what tirerack offers ($167.00)?
2002 Excursion 4x4 7.3L |
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rozett
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• Limington, ME, USA |
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• Registered on 1/10/2003 |
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Posted:12/14/2005 07:14 |
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Be careful about the per-tire price. When I bought my REVOs, I checked three places, including TireRack. When I factored in shipping charges, the highest per-tire price turned out to be the best deal. It depends on how close you are to their warehouse. I ended up getting mine from TireSavings.com because their warehouse is in Mass. I don't remember the per-tire price, but they were $715 delivered to my door. The $167 price from TireRack would be $745 to my door.
//bruce
2000 Excursion Limited V10 4x4
ART brakes, Rancho RSX shocks, Hellwig rear sway bar, SD grille, V10 badges, Sylvania Silverstars, clear corners, and Bridgestone Dueler A/T REVO 285s. |
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walt bowman
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• minneapolis, MN, USA |
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• Registered on 12/21/2004 |
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• 8 posts |
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Posted:12/15/2005 00:21 |
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I'm also looking at a set of Revos. Best price for me so far is at Costco - $774 "out the door" for the 265's in LR "E". That includes mounting, balancing. lifetime rotation, nitrogen fill, used tire disposal etc. I'm also told that Costco uses a torque wrench on your wheels. Discount tire wanted $890 out the door for the same tire! So if you are near a Costco, you might want to check them out. Membership is $45 per year.
Oh, and I just saved $240 annually by switching to Costco auto insurance, which is through Amerivest, formerly American Express Financial. |
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Frank Thera
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• Mendota Heights, MN, USA |
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• Registered on 12/13/2002 |
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Posted:12/19/2005 08:05 |
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When I had my Firestones replaced on the recall, the tire dealer let me upgrade to the REVOS for a little over a $100. I much prfer the REVOS over the Firestones they replaced. |
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Larry Slavick
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• Collierville, TN, USA |
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• Registered on 1/23/2004 |
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• 6 posts |
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Posted:12/19/2005 15:16 |
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Thanks to everyone for their replies. I am having the Revo's installed today.
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