You are right about that. A loaded Westy should have a stronger tire but
these have the same specs as the Michelin LTX M+S of the same size. I
know several people using the Kirkland and I have used the Michelin. The
extra sidewall ply that these tires have gives the steering a more
precise feel and reduces the wandering in crosswinds. It is hard to find
tires as good for the $48 + $7 installation that Costco charges. I wish
we had more choices in M+S rated tires but they get pricey quick.

Rules of Thumb for Vanagon Tires
1. Get tires that can hold at least the maximum pressure listed on the
door sticker.
2. Get tires that have at least 2 SIDEWALL plys.
3. Keep the tires properly inflated and always check again before long
trips.

Mark

Dana Morphew wrote:
>
> They have the Kirkland LT195/75R14 93/90Q with a max. load 1435@50psi.
> Might be a little low if you have a Westy that you load 'to the hilt'.
>
> -Dana-
>
> Scott De Santi wrote:
> >
> > Costco still has their own brand 195/75R14LT C rated tire usually in stock
> > for around 55 bucks.
> >
> > Scott De Santi
> > 86 Vanagon 2WD (The Wobbly Bus)
> > Anchorage, Alaska