anyone try Michelin Latitude on 18"s?

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tx9

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• Sep 30, 2008

• #1

I had a blowout on my stock Bridgestone Duelers and replacing it took four days. Nobody in Houston carries these tires. Every place had Latidude HPs so I'm wondering if anyone here has made the switch and likes/dislikes them relative to Duelers. Any other brands people like for 245/60/18..there are very few manufacturers using this odd size.

 

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JayR

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• Sep 30, 2008

• #2

I've only been around here for a week or so, so I'm not how correct I am... with that said, I think the general consensus is that so long you're not going with a budget generic tire, you're upgrading by changing out the Bridgestones.

But like I said, I'm new here. Also, be prepared to wait a day two for responses around here... it is a little disappointing how slow these forums are.

 

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CX9 SportOwner

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• Sep 30, 2008

• #3

For overall performance, including rain and light snow, the best rated I've found is the Latitude.
I will be putting them on when the Bleghstones wear out (If not sooner). Also looking at upgrading the wheels at that time.

 

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o.c.cx9

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2008 Mazda CX-9

• Sep 30, 2008

• #4

Latitude

I will be replacing my Bridgestones next week with the Latitude Tour Hp in one size up to a 255/50/20. A little pricey, but I think well worth it..
Tom

 

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CX9 SportOwner

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• Oct 1, 2008

• #5

Looking forward to hearing how they perform

 

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tx9

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• Oct 3, 2008

• #6

seems about right

I have a Passat as well and the vwvortex forum has much higher participation. I assume CX9 owners tend to be less involved.

 

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o.c.cx9

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2008 Mazda CX-9

• Oct 5, 2008

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o.c.cx9 said:

I will be replacing my Bridgestones next week with the Latitude Tour Hp in one size up to a 255/50/20. A little pricey, but I think well worth it..
Tom

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As a follow up. I just put the Latitude Tour HP on my CX-9 Tourning yesterday. I thought the CX was fun to drive before, but wow what a joy after replacing the Bridgestones.(cool)

I went from 245/50/20 to 255/50/20 and found no clearance problems. The tires are very quite and feel great on the road. So far it's only been dry surfaces, I will need to wait for the rains and an occasional ski trip to try out in the snow.

Regards
Tom

 

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Scott P

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2006 MazdaSpeed 6

• Oct 6, 2008

• #8

Why did you choose to go with the larger tire?

 

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o.c.cx9

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2008 Mazda CX-9

• Oct 6, 2008

• #9

Scott P said:

Why did you choose to go with the larger tire?

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I assume you are talking about 245 to the 255. I know the original question was about 18" tires but I jumped in before I realized I was talking about 20" vs. 18"

As for size in the 20" range there are more choices of tires in the 255/50/20 than the 245/50/20 and about 1/2" more side wall. The extra 1/2" sidewall gives a much better ride. I believe the original tires are the bare minimum acceptable size for the vehicle and weight. Mazda cheeped out on the tires and I prefer safety over cheep.
Just my .02c

Tom

P.S. When I see the CEO (O'Sullivan) walking his dog in the neighborhood or on the golf course, I will let him know!(gun)

 

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tx9

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• Oct 13, 2008

• #10

tire width

I thought about moving up to 255's as well in order to get a softer ride. I've heard that increasing the width will decrease MPGs, so I didn't do it. Let us know if you notice a significant drop in fuel economy.

 

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badself

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• Oct 14, 2008

• #11

tx9 said:

I thought about moving up to 255's as well in order to get a softer ride. I've heard that increasing the width will decrease MPGs, so I didn't do it. Let us know if you notice a significant drop in fuel economy.

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In general, the larger tire will lose some mechanical advantage, and given the CX-9's thirsty nature, it's a valid question. Perhaps the difference is only negligible.

The larger sidewall should help you some in the snow.