This tire is listed as an XL (extra load) tire which matches the ratings
of the OEM tires for this size. It appears to be a very close replacement
for the original Michelins. They were supposed to be 50,000 mile plus
tires. The only down side is that they are shorter that the 185/80R-14
tires so you are not traveling as fast or as far as the speedometer
indicates. I would go for it. This would be a great tire to go with those
new 14" Bus depot wheels.

Dennis

-----Original Message-----
From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com] On Behalf Of
David Wilhite
Sent: Tuesday, March 04, 2008 4:22 PM
To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM
Subject: Gerneral Altimax RT Tire

Guys,

I don't want to start another tire thread, but since I'm having to repace
my new/old Michelin tires that are seperating, I'm looking at alternatives
for my 14" alloy wheels.

I came across the General Altimax RT tire in a 205/70TR14 size.  I've put
a link to the tire rack page below.  What caught my attention is the 98T
rating, the 1653 lb. load rating, the 51 psi pressure and the 70,000 mile
warranty and the $52.00 price.  A local shop can put these on my van for
just under $150.

Any thoughts on this one?

http://www.tirerack.com/tires/Spec.jsp?make=General&model=Altimax+RT&partn
um=07TR4AMAXRTXL&vehicleSearch=false&fromCompare1=yes&place=1