[Edgar_in_Indy]

My wife's 2017 Limited with the 20-inch wheels is due for a set of new 245/50R20's. It currently has General Altimax RT43's that were put on in Feb 2020. They've got around 40,000 miles on them and I haven't had any complaints. We're in the midwest, so we get a variety of weather throughout the year. Not too much snow, usually, but there's at least few days each winter with snow on the roads.

The Altimax's probably would have lasted longer, but I haven't been very diligent about rotating them, so the fronts are significantly more worn than the rears. Honestly, the rears look like they could work for another 10-20,000 miles. I may just replace the fronts for now, but I'm also thinking about starting fresh with new tires all around, in which case I will make a solemn resolution to rotate them regularly.

Anyway, I just wondered if there's another tire I should be considering. Looking at my paperwork from 2020, I paid $120.99/tire. Now it looks like reputable 245/50R20's start at around $200. So I don't know if I just got some great deal last time, or if tires have just gone up that much in the last 2.5 years. Also, it looks like the Altimax RT43 has just been replaced with the RT45, but I don't how different the new model is.

 

[CANADAHYBRIDGUY]

What are you seeking from the tire ? . Do you want a tire that has better mileage efficiency, has better long term tread wear , quietness . The last one is always the stickler , what’s your price point .

 

[Edgar_in_Indy]

Eh, I don't know. All of the above? I'm not a tire junkie. I just wondered if somebody had a tire they liked that provided a good balance of all-around performance. Seems like any decent tire is pretty expensive at 20 inches, so cost is probably not the biggest concern, as long as the tread life is good.

 

[CANADAHYBRIDGUY]

stick with a Name brand and you can’t go wrong . Just remember that tires for gaining gas mileage will not last as long as a regular tire . So stick with a Michelin or Pirelli and you’ll be fine . If you have a sams club or Costco see what their price is compared to a online retailer like tire rack , etc .

 

[LDC50]

I have a 2017 Limited. Replaced with Continental CrossContact LX25s. I also have these on my Acura, and put them on my daughters Jetta Wagon. You will not believe how much quieter your van will be with these.

 

[mdseverin]

I just replaced mine with Cooper Endeavor Plus. I ordered them through Discount Tire and they were $200 a piece.

Prices are up on everything because of inflation and industry shortages

 

[Edgar_in_Indy]

Thanks for the recommendations. Due to the sticker shock of new tires, I ended up buying used ones one eBay with 90% of the tread and a condition guarantee. The seller has thousands of reviews with almost perfect feedback. They were $70 a pop, and my local shop will mount them for $15 each + $4 for each tire disposal.

I never bought used tires before, but I guess that's where we are in this economy.

 

[CANADAHYBRIDGUY]

Thanks for the recommendations. Due to the sticker shock of new tires, I ended up buying used ones one eBay with 90% of the tread and a condition guarantee. The seller has thousands of reviews with almost perfect feedback. They were $70 a pop, and my local shop will mount them for $15 each + $4 for each tire disposal.

I never bought used tires before, but I guess that's where we are in this economy.

Just remember when buying tires , new or non new , always check the build dates that’s stamped on the sidewall . My bad , it’s a oblong circle with 4 digits that state week and year that the tire was manufactured ( 1723) . This indicates a 17 week manufacture with a 23 model year run .

 

[Edgar_in_Indy]

Just remember when buying tires , new or non new , always check the build dates that’s stamped on the sidewall . My bad , it’s a oblong circle with 4 digits that state week and year that the tire was manufactured ( 1723) . This indicates a 17 week manufacture with a 23 model year run .

Thanks for the tip, I never knew that. I already got one of the tires, and the oval says "4720". So I guess it was made towards the end of 2020?

 

[snobrdrdan]

Thanks for the tip, I never knew that. I already got one of the tires, and the oval says "4720". So I guess it was made towards the end of 2020?

Yup....47th week of 2020.
Going on almost 2 years old

 

[Edgar_in_Indy]

Yup....47th week of 2020.
Going on almost 2 years old

You mean "still less than two years old".

A quick search shows that tire manufactures recommend replacing tires after 6 to 10 years (depending on the manufacturer), so I'm good with the date on my tires.

 

[CANADAHYBRIDGUY]

I’d stay safe with the 5-6 max summer /all season and 5 years max for winter with their compound .

 

[TedF]

Anyone tried or have an opinion on the Michelin self seals? I understand they ride more like normal tires than run flats. Having no spare they got my attention. I thought I heard they made a size for the pachy?.

 

[bickleinny]

I agree with LDC50. I love my Continental Cross Contacts 20" on my 2018 Pacifica Limited. Quiet with excellent grip Way better than the OEMs.

 

[Packard]

I’ve been running Nokias G4s. They are “All weather”, not “all season”. All weather tires meet the legal requirements for snow tires and can be used where snow tires are required. They are way better than the original tires for snow and are wear rated for 50,000 miles. I will buy them again when I need to replace my tires.

 

[bellman25]

My wife's 2017 Limited with the 20-inch wheels is due for a set of new 245/50R20's. It currently has General Altimax RT43's that were put on in Feb 2020. They've got around 40,000 miles on them and I haven't had any complaints. We're in the midwest, so we get a variety of weather throughout the year. Not too much snow, usually, but there's at least few days each winter with snow on the roads.

The Altimax's probably would have lasted longer, but I haven't been very diligent about rotating them, so the fronts are significantly more worn than the rears. Honestly, the rears look like they could work for another 10-20,000 miles. I may just replace the fronts for now, but I'm also thinking about starting fresh with new tires all around, in which case I will make a solemn resolution to rotate them regularly.

Anyway, I just wondered if there's another tire I should be considering. Looking at my paperwork from 2020, I paid $120.99/tire. Now it looks like reputable 245/50R20's start at around $200. So I don't know if I just got some great deal last time, or if tires have just gone up that much in the last 2.5 years. Also, it looks like the Altimax RT43 has just been replaced with the RT45, but I don't how different the new model is.

the uniroyals from BJ’s were great on the 2017 I had. When i need tires on my 2020 I will look at them again. Good in all seasons including snow and wore well.

 

[gmfreak]

I've heard good reviews and have had some experience with these tires: Michelin CrossClimate2 Amazon I'm considering putting them on this van when needed. Seems to have good reviews and the tread appears to be pretty aggressive for all season driving. Michelin CrossClimate2 TireRack Review

 

[daniel9478]

I've heard good reviews and have had some experience with these tires: Michelin CrossClimate2 Amazon I'm considering putting them on this van when needed. Seems to have good reviews and the tread appears to be pretty aggressive for all season driving. Michelin CrossClimate2 TireRack Review

We have a set of these that we bought used. So far, we're very happy with them. Nice and quiet and smooth. We have separate snow tires for winter and just got them this spring, so I can't really speak to their winter performance.

 

[Packard]

I've heard good reviews and have had some experience with these tires: Michelin CrossClimate2 Amazon I'm considering putting them on this van when needed. Seems to have good reviews and the tread appears to be pretty aggressive for all season driving. Michelin CrossClimate2 TireRack Review

I don’t know why they are labeling these “all season” tires. These are snow tire rated “all weather“ tires very much like the Nokian WRG4s.

This article explains what “All Weather“ tires are, and compares the four major players’ all weather tires. The decision on which brand may boil down to which tire dealer you prefer to deal with. But it is worth reading the article. If you live north of Virginia, this category of tire makes a whole lot of sense.

I used to switch between all season tires and winter tires. I now leave the tires on all year saving me about $200.00 per year.

 

[gmfreak]

I don’t know why they are labeling these “all season” tires. These are snow tire rated “all weather“ tires very much like the Nokian WRG4s.

This article explains what “All Weather“ tires are, and compares the four major players’ all weather tires. The decision on which brand may boil down to which tire dealer you prefer to deal with. But it is worth reading the article. If you live north of Virginia, this category of tire makes a whole lot of sense.

I used to switch between all season tires and winter tires. I now leave the tires on all year saving me about $200.00 per year.

Living in Upstate New York right by the Canadian border makes these tires definitely appealing to me. Considering we maybe get 4 months of no winter weather.