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08-23-2020, 01:53 PM
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Rivet Master
2017 28' Flying Cloud
2014 25' FB Flying Cloud
2008 25' Safari FB SE
Georgetown (winter)Thayne (summer)
, Texas & Wyoming
Join Date: Jan 2007
Posts: 6,621
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Michelin LT on the truck...not sure about your dealers, but here in MT, I am having difficulty finding new Michelin LTX 275-65 R20 on my F250. Costco telling me none in stock anywhere and not able to order; Ford dealer said same? I have 48K on mine, and although they are 60K rated warranty, likely only 5k or so left. I started looking last week. This is my second set (96K miles on the truck) Been happy towing the AS (38K miles) with these. Quiet and no issues....any suggestions appreciated.
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Empty Nesters; Gypsies on the road! 2017 28' Twin Flying Cloud
2017 F250 King Ranch, 4X4, 6.7L, Blue-Ox WDH
Summer-Star Valley Ranch RV Resort (Thayne, WY); Winter-Sun City (Georgetown,TX)
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08-23-2020, 02:35 PM
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Rivet Master
1986 31' Sovereign
Miami
, Florida
Join Date: Feb 2004
Posts: 3,137
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Have you tried Tire Rack? I bought my last two sets from them.
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Sorta new (usually dirty) Nissan Titan XD (hardly paid for)
Middle-aged Safari SE
Young, lovely bride
Dismissive cat
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08-23-2020, 10:28 PM
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Rivet Master
2002 30' Classic S/O
Garden Valley
, Idaho
Join Date: Jul 2010
Posts: 1,631
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Quote:
Originally Posted by n2916s
Have you tried Tire Rack? I bought my last two sets from them.
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That's who I used for my last 8 Michelin Defender LT E rated tires, best price by far. I had Discount Tire mount and balance for $40 total. Saved a total of $140 over every tire shop I called for a quote. Tire Rack beat them all, by a bunch.
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2008 F-250 4X4 Lariat V-10
2002 Airstream Classic 30' w/SO #2074
2007 Kubota 900 RTV
1996 Ford Bronco
2007 Lincoln LT
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08-24-2020, 09:48 AM
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2 Rivet Member
2020 23' International
Houston
, TX
Join Date: Jul 2020
Posts: 24
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I've been looking almost daily and as of yesterday (I believe) the Michelin Defender LTX M/S in size 275/65R20 is no longer listed on Discount Tire's website
/panic lol
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08-24-2020, 10:20 AM
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Rivet Master
2012 Avenue Coach
Corpus Christi
, Texas
Join Date: Feb 2018
Posts: 1,719
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Quote:
Originally Posted by pappy19
No, Michelin changed the name of that tire design from MS3 to Defender. I run those in E rated LT tires on both my 30' Classic slider and my F250.
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My reply was based on personal experince. In Spring '2019, they were discontinued in all 3 sizes I run. Nice tires and I was looking for more, but that was enough to make me give up looking for them at the time.
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08-24-2020, 03:12 PM
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Rivet Master
2017 28' Flying Cloud
2014 25' FB Flying Cloud
2008 25' Safari FB SE
Georgetown (winter)Thayne (summer)
, Texas & Wyoming
Join Date: Jan 2007
Posts: 6,621
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Update on the Defender and LTX
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Originally Posted by Duramax3oh
I've been looking almost daily and as of yesterday (I believe) the Michelin Defender LTX M/S in size 275/65R20 is no longer listed on Discount Tire's website
/panic lol
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After contacting Michelin this weekend, I was told the LT275/65/R20 is available in 3 LT rated models: Defender, LTX, Agilis; Could not locate the Agilis in my size. I was able to get the Defender from Walmart in Helena MT. They said they located 4 in San Jose, CA and can have by end of this week. Discount Tire today, told me they can get me the same LTX model I have been running on by Thursday, and will beat Costco price by $20 installed; total will be $1250. I inquired about the all 3 models again at Costco; but they could not locate. The Costco guys there said they would recommend the new Agilis model if it were them towing heavy loads, hands down, but again, not available. As I compared on the Michelin site again just now, the LTX seem best choice for me. I do drive on gravel 20-30% and have 48K+ on my second set of these...I am just down to the wear indicators so likely could go a few more K miles, but with long trip down to WY next week, then on to TX, need to take advantage of the tax savings while still in MT.
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Empty Nesters; Gypsies on the road! 2017 28' Twin Flying Cloud
2017 F250 King Ranch, 4X4, 6.7L, Blue-Ox WDH
Summer-Star Valley Ranch RV Resort (Thayne, WY); Winter-Sun City (Georgetown,TX)
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08-26-2020, 09:22 AM
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Married with Airstream
2004 25' International CCD
Vancouver Island
, British Columbia
Join Date: Apr 2018
Posts: 934
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If you are a boondocker I would go with BFGoodrich KO2 E rated
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We're Married With Airstream dot com
2004 International 25CCD Registered Name "Blue Streak"
2013 F-150HD FX4 SuperCrew Lariart (MaxTow) "Red Dragon"
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08-26-2020, 10:18 AM
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2 Rivet Member
2019 33' Classic
Estes Park
, Colorado
Join Date: Feb 2019
Posts: 99
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Tires
On my 2018 F150 I just installed Michelin Aglis 10 ply and love them. The defenders were mushy when towing.
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08-26-2020, 10:32 AM
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3 Rivet Member
2000 25' Safari
2007 27' Safari FB SE
1995 25' Excella
Woodbine
, Georgia
Join Date: Apr 2011
Posts: 176
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I have a similar truck as yours and I run Michelin LTX A/T 2. I have 30,000 miles on this set with no problems. I have run Michelins for years with never a tire related problem or a flat.
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08-26-2020, 10:32 AM
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2 Rivet Member
2015 30' FB FC Bunk
Troutdale
, Oregon
Join Date: Aug 2013
Posts: 34
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I ran Michelin LTX AT2's on my F150, and now as OEM tires on an F350. They are good stable tires for towing (when aired up properly), they are quiet on the highway, and dirt/gravel traction is decent.
HOWEVER, they are just miserable in snow and ice. That's probably not a big factor for the OP in NC, but anybody living in the northern climes will probably not be happy with these tires year-round.
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08-26-2020, 11:05 AM
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1 Rivet Member
Mont Vernon
, New Hampshire
Join Date: Sep 2013
Posts: 6
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Rebate if you buy before 8/31
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08-26-2020, 11:31 AM
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3 Rivet Member
2017 25' Flying Cloud
Westminster
, Life is good in South Carolina
Join Date: Jan 2018
Posts: 100
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Highly recommend the Michelin Defender M+S for F150
Highly recommend the Michelin Defender M+S.
I recently changed my 2018 Ford F-150 OEM GY tires (which were still in great shape) to the Michelin Defender M+S 275/55/R20. This was based on my good experience on other vehicles.
They handle very well towing my 25 FC with my 2018 Ford F-150 4x4.
Tires are very smooth and quit on the highway and get me through snow and mud in Maryland
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08-26-2020, 11:41 AM
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JBC
2015 23' Flying Cloud
Pittsburgh
, Pennsylvania
Join Date: Jan 2017
Posts: 8
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Quote:
Originally Posted by JoeHTP
We have a 25 RBQ FC. Getting ready for new tires for my Ecoboost F150. Any thoughts on these particular tires?
Thanks
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You could not put better tires on your F150. I have them on my Chevy 2500 HD and they are great tires. Gives me great confidence while pulling my AS.
John
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08-26-2020, 02:12 PM
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2 Rivet Member
2012 30' Flying Cloud
Morongo Valley
, California
Join Date: Feb 2017
Posts: 41
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Quote:
Originally Posted by rowiebowie
I believe you'll find the Defenders were discontinued last year.
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You heard wrong. America’s Tire Store and Michelin both have them as of yesterday. I have put 65000 to 70000 miles on several sets of these tires on a 2003 Dodge Ram 2500. Great tires if you are mainly on pacement.
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08-26-2020, 03:01 PM
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3 Rivet Member
1978 31' Sovereign
Green Valley Lake
, California
Join Date: May 2015
Posts: 236
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Quote:
Originally Posted by civeng99
Copper Defender.
Have never understood the hold Michelin has over people. Just burn your money....
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Don't know about you but I got my money's worth on the hiway and the trail.
Actually, even tho the AT looks more like a road tire (compared to other ATs), I was pleasantly surprised on the trail.
Not to mention 70k mile warranty. Whats not to like?
Depending where you shop, the price differential is def worth it, to me anyway.
My TV is a 2000 F150 7700 (250 LD) 4x4. Michelin ATs are smooth on the hiway and aired down, capable on some gnarly trails. I've had KO2s, Falken Wildpeak AT3w, M/T MTZp3, Khumos and more.
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08-26-2020, 05:16 PM
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3rd RV, First Airstream
2021 27' International
Orlando
, Florida
Join Date: Aug 2020
Posts: 143
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Michelin Defender LTX for F150
I like the Cooper AT3 xLT tires. Have 305/55R20s on my 2020 Ram 1500 Limited EcoDiesel.[ATTACH]376997 f
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08-26-2020, 06:14 PM
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1 Rivet Member
1968 22' Safari
2019 27' Tommy Bahama
Downers Grove
, Illinois
Join Date: Apr 2013
Posts: 17
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I have a 2007 Yukon XL with 141k and still running strong and looks almost new. Came with Goodyear AT/S tires which lasted almost 60k. Was pleased enough to replace with same keeping the original spare (never used). Third set replaced with Michelin Defender LTX M/S including spare. The goodyears were fine but I have always leaned towards Michelins. Had them on multiple previous vehicles. Great tire even if a little more expensive than most. Also living in the upper Midwest have never had an issue with the less aggressive tread on the Michelin Defenders in snow or rain.
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08-27-2020, 07:16 AM
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Rivet Master
2017 28' Flying Cloud
2014 25' FB Flying Cloud
2008 25' Safari FB SE
Georgetown (winter)Thayne (summer)
, Texas & Wyoming
Join Date: Jan 2007
Posts: 6,621
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Quote:
Originally Posted by NH Hiker
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Thanks for that! Going to get the new LTX AT2's LT tires installed this morning in Helena!
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Empty Nesters; Gypsies on the road! 2017 28' Twin Flying Cloud
2017 F250 King Ranch, 4X4, 6.7L, Blue-Ox WDH
Summer-Star Valley Ranch RV Resort (Thayne, WY); Winter-Sun City (Georgetown,TX)
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09-08-2020, 08:40 PM
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Planojimbo
2021 25' Globetrotter
Granbury
, Texas
Join Date: Jun 2020
Posts: 7
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Duramax3oh
Interested to see people's comments on this!
I will be doing a bit of things to my truck and want a stronger LT tire than my OEM P-rated tires. After tons of research and going back and forth I feel the 275/65R20 Michelin Defender LTX M/S fit my need the best for an all around solid tire, highway driving and towing.
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I agree, I used the same tire on my 2017 F150 platinum. Pulling an Airstream 25FB Twin. I’m not planning on doing any off grid camping.
Jim
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10-08-2020, 02:05 PM
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2 Rivet Member
2007 25' Safari SS SE
St. Louis
, Missouri
Join Date: Jan 2010
Posts: 47
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Quote:
Originally Posted by JoeHTP
We have a 25 RBQ FC. Getting ready for new tires for my Ecoboost F150. Any thoughts on these particular tires?
Thanks
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Hello JoeHTP,
I have had Michelin LTX defenders on my 2007 F150 for abt 3 years and they have performed well. I pull an ‘07 Safari 25 SS. Our trailer’s scale-verified weight Is 5,400 lbs. TV provides a stable and reliable ride. I think you will get good results!
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