Opinions, please.

[D'Arcy (Apostropheman)]

Apparently sticking with name brands (even if made in China) you will be OK
But if it is not manufactured under a Western brand avoid the Chinese brands.

Chinese Tire Quality Levels

MSNBC.com – The United States and China are battling over trade tariffs on tires, but for most of us, safety is where the rubber meets the road. Imports

www.tirereview.com

I never had Kuhmo tires - Are those sold in DR. Anyone have an opinion on those ?

Getting back to the OP post - You have a heavy (and valuable) Prada - Maybe look for F-load range tires from a major manufacturer. F is equivalent to a 12-ply rating

They're Grrrrrrrrreat! LOL

Are Kumho Tires Any Good? (Explained)

motorandwheels.com

 

[playacaribe2]

I'll be honest with you, I'm limiting myself to Hylsa or Pricesmart, so it's going to depend on what they have in stock.

Pricesmart only has the Bridgestone Dueler (Which I'm leaning towards)

The size I'm looking for is slightly harder to find: 265/65R18

Bridgestone makes a decent truck tire. Note that Bridgestone, as a brand, is known for giving a softer ride. The Bridgestone Dueler LTH is a good choice.

Moving up the ladder a bit, I have/like the Michelin Defender LTX. I originally had Hankook..............but they gave too rough a ride for a luxury SUV........

Good luck.............and check the manufacture date code (last two digits)...........although I believe you will have less concerns with Pricesmart.


Respectfully,
Playacaribe2

 

[JD Jones]

Bridgestone makes a decent truck tire. Note that Bridgestone, as a brand, is known for giving a softer ride. The Bridgestone Dueler LTH is a good choice.

Moving up the ladder a bit, I have/like the Michelin Defender LTX. I originally had Hankook..............but they gave too rough a ride for a luxury SUV........

Good luck.............and check the manufacture date code (last two digits)...........although I believe you will have less concerns with Pricesmart.


Respectfully,
Playacaribe2

Thanks. That's the reason I'm buying new. The ones I have now are 2011 Dunlops.

 

[Memo]

Yokohama Geolander. 'nuff said.

 

[JD Jones]

Yokohama Geolander. 'nuff said.

I've got those on my Cherokee. Almost 10 yrs. old and still look like new tires.

 

[playacaribe2]

Yokohama Geolander. 'nuff said.

Another outstanding tire recommendation for a crossover SUV.

However, the Prado is built on a truck platform and as such a an all season truck tire might better fit the bill.

Unfortunately, JD Jones is at the mercy of what is available locally..........be it truck or crossover.


Respectfully,
Playacaribe2

 

[bob saunders]

Toyota Land cruiser prado Tyres - Tyre Reviews and Tests

Drive a Toyota Land cruiser prado? Tyre Reviews will help you select the best performing tyre for your Toyota Land cruiser prado

www.tyrereviews.com

 

[D'Arcy (Apostropheman)]

Another outstanding tire recommendation for a crossover SUV.

However, the Prado is built on a truck platform and as such a an all season truck tire might better fit the bill.

Unfortunately, JD Jones is at the mercy of what is available locally..........be it truck or crossover.


Respectfully,
Playacaribe2

JDJ can correct this if I'm mistaken but I think it's a case of he has chosen to be constrained by what's available locally, not at the mercy of...

There's more than enough infor, links and recommendations in this thread, for me, to make a decision. It should b pretty easy for JDJ too since Bridgestone Dueler LTH's are available locally.

My question to JD Jones is: Why not have the best option shipped in instead of choosing to settle for what you can get on the island?

 

[AlterEgo]

JDJ can correct this if I'm mistaken but I think it's a case of he has chosen to be constrained by what's available locally, not at the mercy of...

There's more than enough infor, links and recommendations in this thread, for me, to make a decision. It should b pretty easy for JDJ too since Bridgestone Dueler LTH's are available locally.

My question to JD Jones is: Why not have the best option shipped in instead of choosing to settle for what you can get on the island?

JD if you decide to ship in, you can ship them to us and we’ll get them shipped to you. If you find tires you like at Sam’s Club, we can get them for you too.

 

[william webster]

Fastest shipping might be to MIA - Montero.....less distance than NYC

 

[JD Jones]

Another outstanding tire recommendation for a crossover SUV.

However, the Prado is built on a truck platform and as such a an all season truck tire might better fit the bill.

Unfortunately, JD Jones is at the mercy of what is available locally..........be it truck or crossover.


Respectfully,
Playacaribe2

Correct. My Prado is a truck platform, but it is the same platform as a Lexus GX470. It's a very comfortable and smooth riding vehicle indeed but is still a very capable off road vehicle.

Mine is a non turbo 4 cylinder 5 speed standard and even I am amazed at how capable it is, and how they hold their value.

I baby the daylights out of it, and the motor still looks like the day it rolled out of the factory. With 240K km on the clock it still runs and drives like new, doesn't consume oil at all, and gets 40+ km per gallon.

This isn't mine, but it's identical. Only difference is I have 18" wheels.

 

[JD Jones]

Toyota Land cruiser prado Tyres - Tyre Reviews and Tests

Drive a Toyota Land cruiser prado? Tyre Reviews will help you select the best performing tyre for your Toyota Land cruiser prado

www.tyrereviews.com

Great chart Bob. Thanks!

 

[JD Jones]

JD if you decide to ship in, you can ship them to us and we’ll get them shipped to you. If you find tires you like at Sam’s Club, we can get them for you too.

Thanks AE, I'm going on a trip next week, so I think I'm gonna run over to Pricesmart this week and throw on a set.

 

[playacaribe2]

Thanks AE, I'm going on a trip next week, so I think I'm gonna run over to Pricesmart this week and throw on a set.

Who knew buying tires could get so complicated.............it is.

Next up will be the discussion on the right brand of oil and viscosity for the DR.....................

Good luck with your purchase.....................


Respectfully,
Playacaribe2

 

[NanSanPedro]

Thanks AE, I'm going on a trip next week, so I think I'm gonna run over to Pricesmart this week and throw on a set.

I'm planning on going to PriceSmart this Tuesday. If I see you, I'll buy you a slice of pizza at the food court.

 

[JD Jones]

I'm planning on going to PriceSmart this Tuesday. If I see you, I'll buy you a slice of pizza at the food court.

Cool. Sounds like a plan. I'm going to the one next to the Embassy but may have to go to Charles Sumner to get the #5 spare.

I'm big, tall, long silver hair and driving a two door Prado. Lunchtime ish?

 

[william webster]

JD... better buy a set for the 10 yr tires on the other car ....

Another thread perhaps !!???

 

[JD Jones]

JD... better buy a set for the 10 yr tires on the other car ....

Another thread perhaps !!???

You're right, but they still look like brand new and I hardly drive it more than a few miles at a pop so I may have to let those slide for now.

 

[NanSanPedro]

Cool. Sounds like a plan. I'm going to the one next to the Embassy but may have to go to Charles Sumner to get the #5 spare.

I'm big, tall, long silver hair and driving a two door Prado. Lunchtime ish?

Cool. I will look for you. Look for the incredibly good looking anciano with a Cardinal cap on.

 

[william webster]

Mine - came with my build in summer/fall 2015...... 15,000 miles...

I ditched them last month.... the ride is waaaay better