New Tires

**bearbait** · 06-03-2010, 09:17 AM

The Bridgestones on my 2008 Nomad are finally wearing out. I wasn't too impressed with them, and would like to find a better handling, longer wearing tire.

Could some of you folks who have used non-Bridgestones offer suggestions?

I notice that few manufacturers make rear tires in the 170/70-16 size the Nomad needs, but I have heard that some folks use Dunlop (I think) 180/70-16s. Is this so? Does it present any problems?

I have also heard that the new (made in Brazil?) Metzelers are not up to the old standards. Comments on that are welcome too.

Thanks in advance.

Mike

06-03-2010, 09:17 AM	#1
bearbait Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Greene County, NY Posts: 143	New Tires The Bridgestones on my 2008 Nomad are finally wearing out. I wasn't too impressed with them, and would like to find a better handling, longer wearing tire. Could some of you folks who have used non-Bridgestones offer suggestions? I notice that few manufacturers make rear tires in the 170/70-16 size the Nomad needs, but I have heard that some folks use Dunlop (I think) 180/70-16s. Is this so? Does it present any problems? I have also heard that the new (made in Brazil?) Metzelers are not up to the old standards. Comments on that are welcome too. Thanks in advance. Mike __________________ VBA #00794 2011 Vaquero (Ebony) replaced 2008 Nomad 1600 (Blue/Silver) Login or Register to Remove Ads
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