dcmetro

Folks:

I need a recommendation for 2008 GL320. Tire size is 275/55/R19. OEM has H rating I believe which is Pirelli Scorpion. I like Michellin Latitude but not sure since it's V rating. Does that matter esp for longevity and performance of these tires? My Dunlops did not last me much at all. Just over 20,000 miles only. Would these be any better?

Any experiences out there with them? Need to get them very soon.

aggst1

Check out treadwear numbers for each at tirerack.com. One thing to consider however is that tires that last 20K miles are not bad tires. They are actually great tires. Tires that last three times as long are actually terrible. A good tire is softer and therefore provide better grip than a tire made by a harder compound. The trade off is excellent grip comes at the cost of replacing tires sooner. As an example, formula one race cars get a new set of tires every one hour of race time...
Regarding H and V, there is not much difference unless you are planning to go in excess of 130 mph ...

dcmetro

Thanks! Called Discount Tire and they said choose choose Pirelli over Michellin since the 'H' should get longer life for your truck and it's what the manufacturer recommends as well.
Discount Tire is better on price than Tirerack. Any other places I should check online?

carpersn

I have an 07 GL320 w/ 19" wheels, and have had tire issues from day 1. Stock on mine was the Pirelli-which were loud from the beginning and begun to cup at 8k. I dealt with it by driving my other car a lot, and made it to 22k miles, at which point I had the Dunlops put on which also have the same H rating. Those began to cup at 5k; (after many balances and two alignments at the dealer for both the Pirelli and Dunlop).

Went back to AAA Car Care Center, got a full warranty reimburse and had their head tire buyer involved in making a selection. My choice ended up being the Michelins-I've never had a problem with them and used them on every other vehicle before this. Must say after 6k more miles (currently at 33k) they are still incredible-best ride in this luxury machine I've ever had and much much quieter-best part is absolutely no cupping.

I understood at the outset I would possibly get a shorter lifespan but to me the trade offs were worth it. The speed rating is somewhat of a nonissue since this is no 550.

Good luck to you!

dcmetro

Which Michellins were they? I see none that are H rated and available for the truck now. I'd be happy to get them if they're available.

thebishman

After having the OEM Contis and then the Pirellis, we went with the Hankooks which were recommended by certain people on the forum. We've been very pleased with them. They seem to be wearing well with no true appreciable wear noticed in 6K miles; they are quiet, and the car handles as well as on the other two brands of tyres we've used. Plus the Hankoooks were cheaper. You might want to look into them.
Bish

dcmetro

Called Tirerack. Told me that Hankooks will take 3-4 months for delivery!! LOL. Said go with Pirelli. 2nd choice is Conti 4X4.

aeggroup

Try here :

http://www.performanceplustire.com/

thebishman

I would never place the Contis on our 320 CDI ever again. Also, I would choose Michelins over Pirellis always. Good luck with your search.
Bish

JimBarnhart

I'm not sure where you live, but some aren't really winter tires. I've had two sets of Contis at first and now two sets of Hankooks. I have 102,000 miles on my vehicle. I'm happy with the Hankooks and would recommend them. They seem to do ok in the snow, for a wide 19" tire.

I purchased mine locally and they usually arrived in a couple days to the tire shop. I've had issues with Discount Tire telling me things that were just plain wrong so don't listen to them for advice.

carpersn

Sorry-got my H's and V's reversed. Went with the latitude sport.

dcmetro

Thanks guys. Do you folks get the road hazard warranty? Have they been useful for you? Thoughts?

captivabenz

My Michelins Diamaris have worn out at 28,000 miles and I ordered Hankook 19s in December. They (Sears) called and said they were back ordered until March. Several other tire suppliers confirmed this delay. I await patiently my new tires....

aeggroup

You may try to buy it here :

http://www.performanceplustire.com/p...rerID%5B%5D=83

refresher72

Any idea how Hankook compares with Toyo? Toyo seem to be a bit cheaper and has good reviews too? I heard hankook has 65k warranty but not sure abt toyo's warranty...

BJ021

I have the Toyo's not many do yet, as they are still pretty new to this size. I have found them to be an excellent value over all options...which are slim. But I still use a winter set - 18"er's with Blizzacks - When I did hit the snow and ice with the Toyo's I was impressed....but nothing compares to the Blizzacks in the winter - plus I get a longer period of time between tire changes - winter tires last a long time if you get them off when it gets warm so they don't melt away... Good Luck.

dcmetro

Ordered the Toyo tires yesterday. Pretty good reviews all over. Want to give it a shot. This forums are great for getting pertinent information.

Windsurfer413

I have scorpions on my ML. Great tires even in the snow.