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Old 04-15-2015, 12:00 AM   #6 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by Chrysler kid View Post
Michelin defenders hands down

They are dead silent at any speed.

They have outstanding ride quality at max psi

I have no reason to switch to another tire
Michelin Defenders are good tires, no doubt. However they are not offered in a thin enough size (175/65R14), they cost about $20 more apiece, and are quite a bit heavier.

Tire Rack reports the 175/65R14 M.D. weighs 18 lbs.
The 165/65R14 RE92's are 13 lbs.
The 145/65R15 EP's are 12 lbs.

I'm going to stick to the 2 mentioned in the title

Thank you for your opinion anyhow, Chrysler Kid!
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