Need new tires for my '03 Pilot... - Honda Pilot

krx · 01-20-2009, 01:08 PM

One of the original GY Integrities on my '03 Pilot has a crack/slow leak in the side wall and all of them have 7/32 to 8/32 tread left. So I'm thinking it's time to replace them. I've also been sorely disappointed by the Pilot's performance in rain and snow - very poor traction. I had a '94 Grand Cherokee before this and I drove that thing through any and all adverse conditions (including ice) with complete confidence. It never, ever slipped or slid. The Pilot is so bad I've been wondering if the AWD system is malfunctioning and failing to deliver power to the rear wheels when needed. After reading some of the threads in this forum I'm optimistic that the problem is my old Integrities.

I live in Chicago where we get all manner of bad weather. Not so much thick snow (rarely over a few inches at a time) but often icy.

My reading here has led me to think that my best choice would be the Fortera Triple Tred, followed by either the Michelin LTX or the Grabber HTS.

If anyone has any input as to which of these would be the best all around 4 season tire for these conditions I'd appreciate it!

rocky · 01-20-2009, 01:29 PM

Glad you've been reading the various treads on tires.

Anything is better than the Gy's.

Sounds like you don't drive alot of miles. Michelin LTX is well thought of including in snow.

krx · 01-20-2009, 01:41 PM

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Originally posted by rocky
Glad you've been reading the various treads on tires.

Anything is better than the Gy's.

Sounds like you don't drive alot of miles. Michelin LTX is well thought of including in snow.

Only about 4-5000 miles a year.

You're referring to the LTX M/S I assume (as was I). I'm seeing now they make other versions of the LTX.

gryphon75 · 01-20-2009, 03:10 PM

I've had the Michelin cross terrains and LTX M/S. I went back to the cross terrains this time. I think they provide a better ride and feel to the car than the LTX's. As far as snow and rain they both seem to be fairly equal.

krx · 01-21-2009, 12:20 AM

Looks like I'm going with the Triple Treds. Found them at Sam's Club for $565 plus $36 mount and balance. So all four installed for $601.

01-20-2009, 01:08 PM	#1 (permalink)
krx Junior Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Chicago Posts: 3 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Need new tires for my '03 Pilot... One of the original GY Integrities on my '03 Pilot has a crack/slow leak in the side wall and all of them have 7/32 to 8/32 tread left. So I'm thinking it's time to replace them. I've also been sorely disappointed by the Pilot's performance in rain and snow - very poor traction. I had a '94 Grand Cherokee before this and I drove that thing through any and all adverse conditions (including ice) with complete confidence. It never, ever slipped or slid. The Pilot is so bad I've been wondering if the AWD system is malfunctioning and failing to deliver power to the rear wheels when needed. After reading some of the threads in this forum I'm optimistic that the problem is my old Integrities. I live in Chicago where we get all manner of bad weather. Not so much thick snow (rarely over a few inches at a time) but often icy. My reading here has led me to think that my best choice would be the Fortera Triple Tred, followed by either the Michelin LTX or the Grabber HTS. If anyone has any input as to which of these would be the best all around 4 season tire for these conditions I'd appreciate it!

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rocky Super Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Red Sox Nation Posts: 7,178 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Glad you've been reading the various treads on tires. Anything is better than the Gy's. Sounds like you don't drive alot of miles. Michelin LTX is well thought of including in snow. __________________ https://www.facebook.com/pages/Chris...19131498101662

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01-20-2009, 03:10 PM	#4 (permalink)
gryphon75 Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Posts: 78 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	I've had the Michelin cross terrains and LTX M/S. I went back to the cross terrains this time. I think they provide a better ride and feel to the car than the LTX's. As far as snow and rain they both seem to be fairly equal.

01-21-2009, 12:20 AM	#5 (permalink)
krx Junior Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Chicago Posts: 3 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Looks like I'm going with the Triple Treds. Found them at Sam's Club for $565 plus $36 mount and balance. So all four installed for $601.

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