Michelin Cross Terrain noise level - Honda Pilot

jay · 12-04-2003, 11:36 AM

I switched from Goodyear's to Michelin CT's in August, and was surprised to find that the CT's resonate noise at a lower frequency than the GY's, and I perceive them to be quieter than the GY's. All you CT owners, what do you think about the noise level vs. the original tires.

borg · 12-04-2003, 12:10 PM

I voted for same as OEM GY's but that was when I had the 235 CT's(had them on for a week) , but when I switched to 255's there was an increase in road noise but only marginal.

edwelly · 12-04-2003, 12:15 PM

borg, why did you go with 255's?
---edwelly

gziegler · 12-04-2003, 12:28 PM

For sure they are not any louder that the Goodyears. I am thrilled with them!

borg · 12-04-2003, 12:30 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by edwelly
borg, why did you go with 255's?
---edwelly

I also upgraded my wheels to 17's, these same wheels will accomdate the 255's. I switched to the wider tires mainly for handling & the more proportionate look compared to the skinny 235's.

edwelly · 12-04-2003, 12:57 PM

Borg - do you have any pictures of your wheels and exhaust tips? Which brand of exhaust tips did you get?
---edwelly

Mark B · 12-04-2003, 12:58 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by jay
I switched from Goodyear's to Michelin CT's in August, and was surprised to find that the CT's resonate noise at a lower frequency than the GY's, and I perceive them to be quieter than the GY's. All you CT owners, what do you think about the noise level vs. the original tires.

I got my CT's a few weeks ago and noticed the same thing - but I was more impressed with the improvement in handling.

Compared to my old Accord (with Michlin MXV4's) my Pilot used to wander more and not have that precise Honda handling that even my old Civic had. I thought it was because of the size and weight of the Pilot.

With the CT's, my Pilot now handles much better. In fact it handles like a Honda should! I can't wait for tomorrow when we're supposed to get snow from a storm coming up the coast!!!

Mark B

borg · 12-04-2003, 01:56 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by edwelly
Borg - do you have any pictures of your wheels and exhaust tips? Which brand of exhaust tips did you get?
---edwelly

Have I got pictures...

This is the thread on the wheel/tire upgrade

And this is the thread on the exhaust tips

edwelly · 12-04-2003, 04:31 PM

thanks borg for the pictures - that was exactly what I was loking for. Your wheels are SUPER sharp!
---edwelly

View Poll Results: The Michelin Cross Terrain road noise level is?
same as the original tires.	8	57.14%
less than the original tires.	5	35.71%
more than the original tires.	1	7.14%
Noise, what noise?	0	0%
Voters: 14. You may not vote on this poll

12-04-2003, 11:36 AM	#1 (permalink)
jay Super Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Manassas, VA Posts: 11,116 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Michelin Cross Terrain noise level I switched from Goodyear's to Michelin CT's in August, and was surprised to find that the CT's resonate noise at a lower frequency than the GY's, and I perceive them to be quieter than the GY's. All you CT owners, what do you think about the noise level vs. the original tires. __________________ 2012 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Limited "When you get to the fork in the road, take it." --Yogi Berra

12-04-2003, 12:10 PM	#2 (permalink)
borg cloak'd M E M B E R Join Date: May 2003 Location: Victoria BC, CANADA Posts: 1,759 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	I voted for same as OEM GY's but that was when I had the 235 CT's(had them on for a week) , but when I switched to 255's there was an increase in road noise but only marginal. __________________ 2003 Honda PILOT EX L / borg Edition

12-04-2003, 12:28 PM	#4 (permalink)
gziegler Quiet (But Avid) Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Chicago, IL Posts: 55 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	For sure they are not any louder that the Goodyears. I am thrilled with them! __________________ Ziggy 03 EX Nighthawk Black Pearl, w/Side Step Rails, Chrome Mirror Covers, Chrome Bumper Covers on Front and Rear, All Weather Mats, Mud Flaps, All Weather Cargo Tray, Class II Trailer Hitch, Michelin Cross Terrain Tires, and LOTS OF ZAINO!!!!

Thread Tools
Show Printable Version Email this Page
Rate This Thread
Rate This Thread:

12-04-2003, 12:15 PM	#3 (permalink)
edwelly Space For Rent Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Indiana Posts: 213 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	borg, why did you go with 255's? ---edwelly

12-04-2003, 12:57 PM	#6 (permalink)
edwelly Space For Rent Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Indiana Posts: 213 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Borg - do you have any pictures of your wheels and exhaust tips? Which brand of exhaust tips did you get? ---edwelly

12-04-2003, 04:31 PM	#9 (permalink)
edwelly Space For Rent Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Indiana Posts: 213 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	thanks borg for the pictures - that was exactly what I was loking for. Your wheels are SUPER sharp! ---edwelly

Remove Advertisements Sponsored Links
Piloteers.org Advertisement