Fiat Ducato PVC Tyres Again-totally confused

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So I know there are loads of threads on this topicand believe me I’ve read them all. I’m still confused. However I’m about to spend a grand and there is no sale or return so I can’t afford to make a mistake.
I have a 5.4m Fiat Ducato running OEM Michelin Agilis Camper tyres 225/75 R16. Despite fitting semi air, unless I’m in France, the ride is very harsh. It bangs and thumps on the poor A roads in the UK.
I want a softer ride but I don’t want to compromise safety. The van is well used but there are odd times in the year when it sits on the drive for up to 4 weeks.
The Michelins are 7 years old now and still look great. I’ve checked and they’re not actually square!!
I need to change them. Has anyone got a solid recommendation with a similar PVC?
 
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There's lots of choice of van tyres. As long as they have a high enough load rating for your axle weights, they'll be safe... which shouldn't be an issue on a 5.4m.

Sitting for 4 weeks is not an issue. As long is not 6 months through the summer in the sun in Benidorm, it'll be fine.

I got Continental VanContact 4Seasons. It's got the 3 peaks symbol, so are winter tyres and better in mud. Continental also have a published handbook of tyre pressures for each model of tyre, by size, rating and actual load. So I can point to a bit of paper that says I can run 50psi instead if the 80psi my vehicle manual says I should use.
 
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Michelin Agilis cross climates worked very well on my T6, a much softer ride and good in mud and snow.

I wouldn’t personally worry about the tyres squaring off, they soon sort themselves out after a few miles.
 
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I’ve just booked mine for new Agilis cross climates from Black Circles fitted locally with a 15% discount worked out at £1034 for five tyres👍😊
 
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You don't need to have comercial tyres or motorhome tyres as long as the load rating per axle is within the tyres limits.
have a look at XL rated ones as used by the big suv brigade, i have them on my van, rides lovely, super quiet and £400 per set.

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You say you are about to spend a grand. I do hope that was not for tyres. I replaced all four on my PVC for £367 fully fitted, new high pressure valves and balanced. I chose Yokohama and National Tyres for the fitting. I find the tyres to be quieter, smoother and better on fuel than the original Continentals.

Geoff
 
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donkey said:
You say you are about to spend a grand. I do hope that was not for tyres. I replaced all four on my PVC for £367 fully fitted, new high pressure valves and balanced. I chose Yokohama and National Tyres for the fitting. I find the tyres to be quieter, smoother and better on fuel than the original Continentals.

Geoff
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I like Michelin tyres but not their Agilis Camping tyres yes I could have bought cheap tyres however I have a 4500kg motorhome towing a 1500kg loaded car trailer so want the best traction I can get😊 and Cross Climates do the all weather job in my experience👍😊
 
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donkey said:
You say you are about to spend a grand. I do hope that was not for tyres. I replaced all four on my PVC for £367 fully fitted, new high pressure valves and balanced. I chose Yokohama and National Tyres for the fitting. I find the tyres to be quieter, smoother and better on fuel than the original Continentals.

Geoff
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Tjats a damn good price for 4 tyres ff.
What type of yokohamas are they?
Not seen any that cheap.
 
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It was a while ago. They are Yokohama Blue Earth All Season. I am well pleased with every aspect of the tres.

Geoff
 
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Just replaced my fronts with Toyo Nanoenergy Van tyres and more than happy with them. All good with load rating...

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Had a set of Maxxis fitted last year.. £430 fully fitted with new high pressure steel valves

Also replaced aging manky alloys with four new shiny steel wheels £130 ebay

www.maxxis.com

Vansmart AS AL2

The Vansmart AS AL2 is an all-season van tyre with a high load rating to ensure you can get from A to B in your van, whatever the weather.
www.maxxis.com
 
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I've got Toyo Observe Van, comfortable ride and good grip. They are a winter tyre and work well in summer.
 
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Fitted Toyo Observe Van tyres after a recommendation from Lenny HB, very happy with them.

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Fdhadi said:
Fitted Toyo Observe Van tyres after a recommendation from Lenny HB, very happy with them.
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Me too.
I've been very pleased with them too except that whilst the rears are now on 6.5 - 7 mm after 15k, the fronts need replacing, so a bit disappointed in that mileage from them on the front.
I can't get the Observe in the correct size now so I'm putting two Nanoenergy on the front.
I know you shouldn't mix winter and all season tyres but I figure the way the motorhome is driven it's not going to matter, hopefully, and they should give better mileage.
 
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Figaro said:
Me too.
I've been very pleased with them too except that whilst the rears are now on 6.5 - 7 mm after 15k, the fronts need replacing, so a bit disappointed in that mileage from them on the front.
I can't get the Observe in the correct size now so I'm putting two Nanoenergy on the front.
I know you shouldn't mix winter and all season tyres but I figure the way the motorhome is driven it's not going to matter, hopefully, and they should give better mileage.
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Yep, fronts do wear quick the rears appear to wear slower than the CP tyres.
My fronts were down to 3½mm after 15,000 I have been alternating the spare with the fronts every 5000, the rear 6½ to 7mm.
The Michelin CP when I changed them at 25000 were 4mm on the front & 4½mm on the rear.

But take into account they are around ½ the price of a CP tyre it's not really a problem.
 
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I fitted Khumo winter portran tyres on my Fiat Ducato Carado 7.3 mt and was 3850kg. I have just replaced them after 7 years and 35 000 miles they were down to 5 /6 mm £540 ..they are 225 ,75, 16 with 121 / 122 walls .grip really well in snow and mud .this is my 3rd set over 3 motor homes .
 
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Peugeot boxer 255/70 r15 toyo nano energy booked in for 4 tyres next week £456 fully fitted
Thanks for the recommendation 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼
 
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Thanks for all suggestions. Will go to weigh bridge first and then I'm thinking Toyo. Loads cheaper.(y)(y)(y)(y)

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Cidered said:
Thanks for all suggestions. Will go to weigh bridge first and then I'm thinking Toyo. Loads cheaper.(y)(y)(y)(y)
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I'd argue that you should get tyres that match (or exceed) the maximum axle loading on the VIN plate. Going to the the weigh bridge is just to check you aren't overloaded.
 
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Replaced my Falken Wildpeak with Falken Euro All season Van 11. Extremely pleased with ride comfort and grip after a 4000 mile trip. I couldn't get the Toyo Observe when I needed them, but very happy with the Falkens
 
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Skez said:
Replaced my Falken Wildpeak with Falken Euro All season Van 11. Extremely pleased with ride comfort and grip after a 4000 mile trip. I couldn't get the Toyo Observe when I needed them, but very happy with the Falkens
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You and I both. (y)

Cheers,

Jock. :)
 
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Have had the Maxxis Vansmart for 2 years and very pleased with them. They are also All Season tyres. You can find reviews of them in the German Promobile magazine I think.
 
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clanjones said:
Have had the Maxxis Vansmart for 2 years and very pleased with them. They are also All Season tyres. You can find reviews of them in the German Promobile magazine I think.
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We've had ours for two years now,very pleased with them,3 peaks marked as well👍
 
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