Where's the $50 rebate? I know some of these rebates are debit cards but you have to make a purchase with the stores credit card. Which I don't have nor want.
225/55R19 Tire Comparison Table for CX-5 GT - Many to Choose From
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Where's the $50 rebate? I know some of these rebates are debit cards but you have to make a purchase with the stores credit card. Which I don't have nor want.
NelsonLewis
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I don*t fool with DT,so it has nothing to do with them,and agree,screw a credit card...
There*s a $50 rebate (prepaid Visa card) on tirebuyer right now through July 30th. They*re my go to for tires anyways. Free next day shipping if you chose an installer on their page (also the cheapest).
NelsonLewis
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Thanks. Was looking for this at DT to take advantage of the Toyo credit and convenience. Also, this site sells these for $204/tire (higher).
NelsonLewis
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I didn*t look at the price,nor have I ever used them,but maybe they price match? Idk,kinda like General,tirebuyer has my business for life unless they change drastically.
Sorry I can*t help you with DT,I wouldn*t let them touch a tire on my lawn mower,but yea,if you*ve got a credit there,I can see why I*d try my best to use it...
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Had bad experiences with DT?
NelsonLewis
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You could say that,along with several others I know.
But,it*s kinda like stealership mechanics as well,people think they*re getting the best in the business because they*re *specialists*,when in fact,they*re getting the most overpriced work and crappy mechanics out there. Granted,I know this is a blanket statement with some instances untrue,but it reigns true for the majority. The stories I could share just personally are enough,and I*m just an old shadetree guy who took a little bit of knowledge from this guy,and a little bit from this one,etc.,and formed my own platform to go by...
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No, the $50 Visa prepaid card rebate for General AltiMAX RT43 next month mentioned by NelsonLewis is from manufacture directly. You can use it at any tire stores including the Discount Tire. Read the rebate pdf file for more details.
Always read the fine prints as the manufacture rebates on tires may only apply for certain models.
The best deal Ive seen was this 225/55R19 Pirelli Cinturato P7 A/S+ for $139 Each Plus $100 Prepaid Mastercard by Discount Tire in the Memorial Day sale this year. For $114 each on 225/55R19 Id get it in spite of its low 44 psi maximum inflation pressure. At the time Pirelli was also offering $70 prepaid card but P7 is not included.
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I get your idea of "margin" for the air pressure, but otherwise, I don't see this as much of a factor in my tire decisions.
Given the rebate on the Generals the price would be about the same between the Altimax RT43s and the Cinturato P7s. Now what's your choice? Looks like they would both end up around $87/tire. I keep hearing Generals are a lower quality tire. I don't know. Things change over time and advertising often pushes up the price on most things.
Hmm...the General rebate form says: "NEW QUALIFYING GENERAL TIRE PASSENGER OR LIGHT TRUCK TIRES FROM A PARTICIPATINGRETAIL DEALER AND A COMPLETED REDEMPTION FORM. OFFER MAY NOT BE COMBINED WITH ANY OTHER OFFER, DISCOUNT, REBATE, OR PROMOTION. TIRES MUST BE PURCHASED IN A SINGLE TRANSACTION." Maybe I can't use this.
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I want more safety margin on tire pressure is because my past experience. I have a 1987 VW Vanagon Syncro and the factory tire pressure recommendations are 36 psi at front and 40 psi at rear for OE 205/70R14 tires. At the time the maximum tire pressure on tires is only 35 psi in the US. The OE Michelin tires from Austria are Reinforced version with the maximum inflation pressure of 40 psi. In my life time I had 3 blowout experience on the highway, all happened on these Michelin tires. One blowout even damaged the wheel well panel and Michelin refused to do anything for the damage. Thats why I prefer higher maximum inflation pressure for more safety margin as I hate blowout on the highway. The other theory of mine is we need more air pressure on these newer 51 psi tires than 44 psi tires for the same load, hence more efficient with less rolling resistance.
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Between RT43 and P7 for the same price, Id choose RT43 mainly because the advantages of lighter weight and higher maximum inflation pressure.
General Tire was founded in 1915 and its a subsidiary of German Continental Tire AG since 1987. Its AltiMax RT43 definitely is not a low quality tire based on many reviews and my own experience.
Im getting credit from my old tires all the time due to mileage warranty from Discount Tire and I had no problem getting the rebate. The disclaimer on the rebate form from General seems very standard. Check with DT when the all rebates start effected in August.
NelsonLewis
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Yep yep,agreed...
After reading several reviews I can't help but wonder how subjective this is. The car being an influence, the size of tire...etc. I tend to feel a little like a deer in the headlights. The Altimax and the TrueContact are making sense for the price and overall reviews. Three things that have been standing out for me are: 1) being nimble when driving on dry pavement 2) getting around well in the snow (especially wet/greasy snow you can run into in neighborhoods east of the foothills in Denver - doesn't stay too cold too long) 3) good traction in rain. CO doesn't always have the best water run off so you do run into standing water in areas. Seems if you want a comfortable tire it may be more quiet but not as nimble. Trade offs I guess. The Altimax RT43s looks good but not necessarily best off all. Seem to fare well in reviews although I was reading complaints about how many miles some were getting out of a tire. Pirellis looked interested but the braking and the traction in the rain didn't look so great.
NelsonLewis
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The Altimax RT43 will do you well in all these situations you stated. I*ve been running them in all these for years,long before they added RT43 to the name...
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RT43's were a compromise of good value, but also good reviews for me. They are not the best, but I wasn't willing to pay for the best this go around. My Michelin Latitude Tours were definitely better at cornering hard as I am a spirited driver. But so far the RT43's worked well in standing road water (man what's with the monsoons this week?
), and mostly fine on dry pavement once I inflated them up a few more PSI. Can't speak for snow since I just got them.I think pick whatever you want. Those True Contacts (in 19") appear to be rated well. Michelin Premier LTX would probably drive well in terms of the cornering like I like, but unsure about it's long term wear as my last set barely got to 50k miles (65k mile warranty). Don't know about the Pirellis.
RT43's were a compromise of good value, but also good reviews for me. They are not the best, but I wasn't willing to pay for the best this go around. My Michelin Latitude Tours were definitely better at cornering hard as I am a spirited driver. But so far the RT43's worked well in standing road water (man what's with the monsoons this week?
I think pick whatever you want. Those True Contacts (in 19") appear to be rated well. Michelin Premier LTX would probably drive well in terms of the cornering like I like, but unsure about it's long term wear as my last set barely got to 50k miles (65k mile warranty). Don't know about the Pirellis.
Given the upcoming sales and the Toyo credit I don't mind spending a bit more. Admittedly I always look for a good deal. For a while now I've had vehicles that have been fun to drive. Toyoto Celicas to this Mazda CX-5. I like to go up C72 into the foothills, roll down the windows, open the sunroof and turn up the music and go up the canyon!
Like those windy roads. So that plays into it. If memory serves me right I think the Michelins were better at this than the Yokohama's (on the Celica).The 50k on your Michelin Latitudes seems pretty good. I tend to believe (based on my experience) that it's very rare to get the actual mileage out of a tire. But they get you coming back for the credit. Why offer a better price up front when there's a dangling carrot to get you coming back. LOL.
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Given the upcoming sales and the Toyo credit I don't mind spending a bit more. Admittedly I always look for a good deal. For a while now I've had vehicles that have been fun to drive. Toyoto Celicas to this Mazda CX-5. I like to go up C72 into the foothills, roll down the windows, open the sunroof and turn up the music and go up the canyon!
The 50k on your Michelin Latitudes seems pretty good. I tend to believe (based on my experience) that it's very rare to get the actual mileage out of a tire. But they get you coming back for the credit. Why offer a better price up front when there's a dangling carrot to get you coming back. LOL.
Hey good point lol!
I loved taking my CX-5 through the mountains on the Michelins. Haven't done it yet on the Generals to feel that difference yet. Where I normally go up to, last I heard was smoke and more smoke.
Well, if you do let me know. If it's the same I'll save the $100+ but if not I'd consider it. Am concerned about the mileage people were complaining about on the Premier LTX but maybe it's conditions and driving habits or being AWD. Or maybe the Defenders? High mileage might mean stiffer ride. Not sure how going to a 235 (from 225) would impact the CX-5.
On the reviews at TR there are 21 people who left a 1-5 star rating but no comments. Typical though. Most don't say much if things are fine or great, but when bad...that's different.
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Yeah the LTX just doesn't look to last long. Defender is a heavy tire so I don't know.
Honestly don't know what your best bet is at this point.
