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  1. 11th June 2009, 12:22 PM #1
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    Michelin Tires

    I'm after a couple of Michies 205-80r-16 to replace a couple on the rear.

    Been quoted $279 but been told they are hard to get and I should put on Michie Synchrones, quoted price is $299.

    I have always had exceptional wear from the XPC so would like to stay with them.

    Anyone know if they are still available.
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  2. 11th June 2009, 01:43 PM #2
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    Don't know the specific answer to your question Bill, but exceptional wear seems to be a characteristic of Michelin tyres across the range so i would not be too fazed if you have to change types.
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    XPC's are no longer brought into the country or made is what I have been told also.

    They have been my Tyre of choice for 10 years or more.

    Synchrones and in fact most of their range is great.

    TRS is a whole saler here in SA and they still have some slightly worn ones here but they are used and with freight might not be worth it.

    I swapped to Coopers and found them just as good if not a tad better off road as I got ATR's. Slightly noisier but great.

    Hope that helps.
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  4. 11th June 2009, 04:48 PM #4
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    Just a suggestion.
    BFG Long Trail TAs in 205.80x16 reinforced are made in France.
    Michelin owns BFG. Make your own conclusions but I reckon they are made by Michelin.
    I have a set and like them very much. They are probably a bit more agressive than Michelin Synchrones, with a directional tread with a closed shoulder on the outside for cornering, but a T/A type shoulder on the inside.
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