Thanks Michael.  Looks like the Yokahama Y356 was an original equipment tire for some pickups.  Though not always an indicator, OEM tires are often specifically made to meet vehicle maker specs for price rather than quality.  mcneely

---- Michael Snow <slowmachine82@GMAIL.COM> wrote:
> I have had the Yokohamas in 185R14.  Quite possibly the worst tire I
> have ever owned.  Harsh ride.  Hard to keep in the traffic lane on
> grooved pavement and metal-grate bridges.  I wouldn't take them for
> free.
>
> Mike

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David McNeely