Change of winter tyres

[RT76]

Evening all,

Thinking of a change of winter tyre, from BFGKO2s to Michelin Crossclimate 2 SUV’s as my KO2s are spot dated 2018.

Still going to run a size bigger - 225/65/17, because I like the chunky look for the van - does anyone have any thoughts on these tyres? I’ve run them on other vehicles before, but this will be the first time on the Velle.

Would anyone be interested in the K02s? They’ve got a minimum of 6mm tread remaining all round and tyres are good for 10yrs, by all accounts.

Cheers!

 

[roadtripper]

Which tyres are you seeking opinions on - the KO2 or the CC2?

The CC2 are a popular choice, plenty of threads on them and I run them on my Caravelle and likewise for many years on the XC70, though note my comments here that "Cross Climate" can mean more than one type of tyre which may account for varying impressions of capabilities in winter conditions:

Michelin vs the rest ?

I usually just wait till Costco has an offer & get Michelins all around. This will be the first time I need to tyre the Caravelle - is there anything better suited to the van? Standard alloys 235 / 55 / 17 all round

www.t6forum.com

 

[RT76]

Which tyres are you seeking opinions on - the KO2 or the CC2?

The CC2 are a popular choice, plenty of threads on them and I run them on my Caravelle and likewise for many years on the XC70, though note my comments here that "Cross Climate" can mean more than one type of tyre which may account for varying impressions of capabilities in winter conditions:

Michelin vs the rest ?

I usually just wait till Costco has an offer & get Michelins all around. This will be the first time I need to tyre the Caravelle - is there anything better suited to the van? Standard alloys 235 / 55 / 17 all round

www.t6forum.com

Definitely the CC2s.

I’ll likely be going for the SUV cut - I note that Tyre Reviews has done a fairly recent all season review where the CC2 didn’t come out on top… I don’t really need the bigger shoulder, other than for looks perhaps.

Van is short for vanity, isn’t it….

 

[BognorMotors]

The Michelin CC2 are an excellent tyre. We’ve supplied and fitted loads. You won’t be disappointed.

 

[Edinkombi]

What’s the most common size to fit on 17 wheel for CC2? Comfort key.

 

[exrex]

Michelin Agilis Crossclimate 235/60x17 on ours after running K02’s, stunning improvement in ride, noise and handling. Couldn’t recommend highly enough.

 

[Edinkombi]

Has anyone got pics of before and after diff of 215 to 235 tyres? Does it make a big difference?

 

[Edinkombi]

Would these be ok on t32 kombi, not converted?

 

[Bav]

Yes they're load rated for a T32, if that's what you're asking.

 

[Edinkombi]

Yes they're load rated for a T32, if that's what you're asking.

Cheers, my t5 had a few tyre sizes on its sticker but t6 just mentions 215 so bit confused and wouldn’t want to fail MOT

 

[Edinkombi]

The Michelin CC2 are an excellent tyre. We’ve supplied and fitted loads. You won’t be disappointed.

Is it common to fit 235 width on devonport alloys (17) that prev. ran 215 width tyres? Local garage seemed confused when I asked this. @BognorMotors

 

[BognorMotors]

Most of our 235 tyres are fitted to aftermarket rims. The factory davenport wheel is 7" wide, so technically a 235 is slightly too wide, but will work fine with no problem. A 225/65/17 will work perfectly on the factory wheels.

 

[Edinkombi]

Ok, cheers for advice.
I’ve already ordered the 235 for fitting on Friday. Was looking to sit down at lower psi which not sure 225 would do? Although I’m pretty clueless on this. I’m convinced my t5 didn’t have tyres hard as concrete like my t6?

 

[Edinkombi]