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Michelin Defender Platinums

Discussion in 'Wheels & Tires' started by IowaGuy, Nov 19, 2023.

  1. Nov 19, 2023 at 10:02 AM
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    IowaGuy

    IowaGuy [OP] New Member

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    I see that Michelin has a new Defender Platinum model tire. These look different and have a more aggressive looking sidewall but they are only in 20in. E rated sizes that I see. I wonder if they will have additional sizes coming out?

    I would go to 20's as I don't offroad, but I'm afraid they would ride like shot or at least much rougher than my current 18's
     
  2. Nov 19, 2023 at 12:17 PM
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    Saltyhero13

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    Fuel delete mod Cup holder upgrade
    Possibly released in 18s in the future. Reads like they are designed for luxury trucks and SUVs = 20+s wheels.
     
  3. Nov 19, 2023 at 12:24 PM
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    Tbrandt

    Tbrandt I read it on an internet forum, it must be true.

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    We have an F150 STX at work on E rated LT275/55r20 and it rides rough. It’s one of the newer aluminum body extended cabs so it’s a lot lighter than a Tundra.
     

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