guugoo

hi...posted this is the Tires Forum as well but since there is more activity here thought would be a good idea to post here as well...
"i have a RX300(2000) and am planning to change the tires soon. I did some research and came down to these 2 tires. I have read quite a few "thumbs up" reviews for Michelin CTs but was wondering if anyone did try out the Yokohama's. Thanks in advance."

kutscher

I have had some friends who had them on their mitsu trucks. They loved them but still slide some. I think the x-terains are the best bet overall, but I am biased since I just put them on a few months back and are now in love with them and think all SUV's should have them. Wonderful in the snow..

SteveH

I looked around also and went with the Yoko's because of price and my past experience.
So far they haven't had much exposure to the elements but are a great improvement over the Goodyears,
they ride a little harder but I expected that because of the sidewall construction.

rx300ny

I put Geos on my RX this summer... and absolutely HATE them... have had them back 3 times for balancing and they still vibrate. Ride is harsh, mileage down 1.5 mpg, and I want to get rid of them. Will probably try the Michelin CTs... listened to Tire Rack forums and am very disappointed.

ed

jassurafs

Got Geos on my Rx since this summer. The ride is great and I love them. It handles quite well in the snow too. They are quite cheap when compared to Michellins and definetly compares to them in terms of ride and quality.

rx300ny

did you have ANY of my issues, such as ride and balancing, and tire hop problems? Would love to find a solution without getting new tires.

LexRexBlue

I purchased Cross Terrains last year, used them in ice, snow, dirt, dry roads,etc. and loved the traction. I purchased them at Costco in NJ and received an extra $50 rebate, so they didn't seem as expensive.

jassurafs

Not really. I quite enjoy the ride and balancing is good too. I got the wheels aligned when I changed the tires. Probably it helped. As far as the ride, I think it's lot better than what I used to have on Duellers. I have close to 8K on them already and no signs of wear and tear.

steevr

I purchased CT's for our old Expedition about a year ago, also from Costco and got the extra $50 rebate. They were great and our GX came from the factory with them. I've got 32K on my '02 RX and the original Bridgestones are about done. Costco currently has the CT's installed and balanced for $645 out the door including taxes. They said the $50 rebate will be happening again in January or February, so I'll wait until then. The Bridgestones were smooth, quiet and great in the rain, but slid terribly in the snow, even with the VSC. I originally thought there was something wrong with the VSC. I use the "snow button" now and it helps some, but I can't wait to switch tires.

rx300ny

Thanks for all of the input. Got rid of the almost new Yoko Geos. Found a great price (relatively) on the CTs by calling around to local tire shops... $156 per tire, mounted and balanced. (one place had 'em for $179, another for $172, BJ's Warehouse for $153, but I'm not a member).

The difference coming home (about a a 45 minute trip, some on local roads, some on highways) was nothing short of remarkable. There is absolutely NO comparison, despite what you read on tirerack boards, between the Yokos and Michelins. Ride, handling, noise, vibration, are all markedly improved.

I'm only sorry that I spent 4.5 months with those crappy tires and am out a few hundred bucks. But my Lexus is back, bigtime!

ed

Lexusfreak

The Michelins are a pretty decent tire but a bit pricy compared to what else is available. I'd go for either the Yoko's or Toyo's personally! Much better value overall & just as good (if not better than the Michelin's). Check out www.tiretrends.com put your tire size in of the right hand side to see what is available. Good Luck!