Philip, You are going to get all kinds of references on this. I have an
"88GL. I just put a new set of Michelin 205/R70 14 MLT's on it. The stiffer
sidewall sure improved the handling. Your Westy is heavier and may well
require something even stiffer.

John Rodgers
"88GL Driver

Philip Baird wrote:

> I'm new to the list and just bought an '85 Westy.  It needs tires badly
> all around.  Is there an especially good choice as to brand names?  I
> have learned that Vanagons require a special stiff sidewall tire.
>
> Any advice would be greatly appreciated....
>
> Phil in Bakersfield