Tires that don’t suck

[SUMTOY2]

Hey all,

the stock tires on my 2016 Denali are done. I have the 22 inch wheels so it’s been a rough ride since day one. Any suggestions or recommendations for tires that could produce a better ride? I know I’m limited due to the rim size but just want something better than stock.

thanks

What lowering kit did you use.
I did mine with spindles, springs and shorter shocks. I run 24in snowflake wheels with 295 35 24 tires and the ride is nice. The kit you use will make a world of difference.

 

[warndogg]

Another vote here for Michelin I'm on my second pair of LTX on the OBS those are 20s and I got my 06 Denali scheduled for a new set of 22s next week costco has 100 off a set this month FYI

 

[BIG MO]

To answer the question, Michelin Defenders for the 22s. I'm on 26s and the ride is fine. I think tire size is just a preference. If you like the 22s stick with the 22s.

 

[homesick]

I just replaced my 22's with OEM GMC 20's. I found them on my local facebook marketplace. I bought the new tires from ebay, and a local shop did the mount and balancing. The ride is way better, and since I bought factory wheels, the sensors came with them. I did have to purchase a 11$ reprogramming tool from amazon to get those sensors to talk to my Yukon but I carefully repacked the tool and returned it.

Cheating and stealing and bragging about it. Way to go.

joe

 

[massivespl]

Try some 285/55/22 more side wall

 

[DoggMcGruff]

Love the fact he’s sticking to the 22” no matter what! Don’t blame him at all. With our deep wheel wells anything under 22” just doesn’t look right to me either. Michelin’s defenders ltx all day! Quieter ride and excellent handling in inclement weather does it for me!

 

[TheAutumnWind]

I love my hankook Ventura st's. Much better than the Bridgestones. I have them on 20" wheels though.

 

[Illnasty]

What lowering kit did you use.
I did mine with spindles, springs and shorter shocks. I run 24in snowflake wheels with 295 35 24 tires and the ride is nice. The kit you use will make a world of difference. View attachment 260118

Ahhh, what? I didn’t lower the truck. I think you just wanted a post a pic of your truck lol. Looks good!!!

 

[Illnasty]

Love the fact he’s sticking to the 22” no matter what! Don’t blame him at all. With our deep wheel wells anything under 22” just doesn’t look right to me either. Michelin’s defenders ltx all day! Quieter ride and excellent handling in inclement weather does it for me!

This. I’m going with the defenders based on what y’all are saying. Thanks everyone.

 

[PG01]

This. I’m going with the defenders based on what y’all are saying. Thanks everyone.

I think I will too....hopefully it will smooth out the shit ride of the factory bs that came on my ‘19 pos...

 

[FrankU]

Another for Mich Defender LTX , the tires are the best tires I ever had.

 

[avalonandl]

Two things I do NOT go cheap on: Tires and brakes....

I have Michelin Defenders and LOVE the ride.

 

[TxVet33]

are these good tires for ride, stopping distance and quiet?

 

[George B]

are these good tires for ride, stopping distance and quiet?

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Probably ok in TX but not anywhere it snows.

 

[TxVet33]

Probably ok in TX but not anywhere it snows.

screw sMnAoGwA!!!!

 

[George B]

screw sMnAoGwA!!!!

Northern Wisconsin last week...

 

[bill1013]

I've run Uniroyal Laredos on my 99 Tahoe and 2012 Yukon and they're pretty good for the money. They last around 25 -30K miles, but I drive mostly highway miles. My Tahoe was originally sold in Canada. It came with Uniroyal Nailguard Tires, which were absolutely fantastic. I bought the truck in 2000 and didn't have to change the tires until 2008. And I used to 4 wheel in it all the time. So I looked for the Nailguards again. Found out they don't sell them in the U.S. only in Canada. But what it all comes down to is what your willing to spend and if the dealer is willing to let you try them out for X amount of miles to see if you like them. Most dealers are "You bought them their yours...End of discussion", but there are a few out there that will let you try them out. Good luck and I hope you get what you're looking for.

 

[KatGV]

Hey all,

the stock tires on my 2016 Denali are done. I have the 22 inch wheels so it’s been a rough ride since day one. Any suggestions or recommendations for tires that could produce a better ride? I know I’m limited due to the rim size but just want something better than stock.

thanks

I know this is probably not the answer you were looking for but, I have the stock 16's and I've always gotten BFG's and gotten 60,000+ miles out of these tires. I currently have BFG k2's. They are definitely worth the extra money, I have tried a few different tires over the years and they are toast way sooner than the BFG's so I end up going back to them. Good luck with your tire search.

 

[Ron Mills]

Hey all,

the stock tires on my 2016 Denali are done. I have the 22 inch wheels so it’s been a rough ride since day one. Any suggestions or recommendations for tires that could produce a better ride? I know I’m limited due to the rim size but just want something better than stock.

thanks

I bought a 2012 Tahoe this year, it has 20's, they are rough riders unless I'm towing our 3500 lb trailer. The smaller the rim diameter, the smoother the ride... larger sidewall...

 

[mandmlakeville]

I only got 35K miles out of a set of Defenders (22s). That ticked me off enough to give something else a try. Not a fan of the factory Bridgestone Alenza (haven't tried their 80K Alenza Plus). I have 3-4K on the Nokian One HT. They don't ride better than the Defender, but I wouldn't say worse either. Handling is just as good, but slightly more road noise. I'm pretty sure I'm going to love this tire in the snow. We got 10" this week in MN where I am, but I didn't get a chance to test it.