krfrea Report post Posted February 25, 2016 I am ready to order new 6 tires for the coach and called the Michelin dealer for prices. While chatting with him I ask about inventory and tire dates, he told me they had 136 in stock but from last year, so I asked when the next shipment would be coming in as I wanted tires from this year. He said they will no longer be making the XZA3 it will be replaced by X Line Energy Z. I asked but he didn't have any info on the new one yet. So I am wondering if tireman or anyone else has any info. on the X Line Energy Z? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
huffypuff Report post Posted February 25, 2016 When I got my tires shipped fresh to the dealer they turned out a few months old anyway. If your tire dealer has them in stock ask them to see the date code before you approve the sale. Six months old when they get to the dealer isn't unheard of as RV tires are made in batches. If your tire dealer have them in stock they are ahead of the game. BTW I have the XZA3 Energy on my coach and love them. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tetonchief Report post Posted February 26, 2016 I am waiting on XRV's --due sometime in March (back ordered) supposedly in production now. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
manholt Report post Posted February 28, 2016 Don. Michelin don't make tires in winter! March is still winter... Carl Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
trishw Report post Posted April 2, 2016 I'm also looking at replacing my 8 tires to the XZA3 Good to know they are no longer going to make - I'll see if I can get December made tires. Otherwise, is there any information on these X Line Energy Z's that have been asked about? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wolfe10 Report post Posted April 2, 2016 Plenty of info on Michelin's website: http://www.michelintruck.com/tires-and-retreads/selector/#!/info/x-line-energy-z Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dickandlois Report post Posted April 2, 2016 I am waiting on XRV's --due sometime in March (back ordered) supposedly in production now. You might find some information on inventory from this link, give them a call. (888) 410-0604 http://simpletire.com/about Need to know the size and always ask about build date. Not sure they offer the best price, but never hurts to ask and see where the tires might be sitting in stock. Rich. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
trishw Report post Posted April 3, 2016 Plenty of info on Michelin's website: http://www.michelintruck.com/tires-and-retreads/selector/#!/info/x-line-energy-z The only comparison info they offer is: " 5% better rolling resistance than the ultra-fuel ef cient MICHELIN® XZA3®+ EVERTREAD® tire." Whatever that means Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dickandlois Report post Posted April 3, 2016 trishw, You looked at the difference in the roiling resistance between the XZE and the XZA3 tires. What the information means is one should get a little better fuel mileage with the XZA3 tires. The Technical information can be kind of overwhelming the first time you start looking for replacement tires. That is one of the reasons the forum tries real hard to help members! The group wants to help people just getting started get and find useful information and answer any and all questions. The site also offers this information when you click on the different tabs. http://www.michelintruck.com/tires-and-retreads/selector/#!/info/x-line-energy-z Welcome to the learning curve that everyone of us are still on, because things just keep changing. LOL Rich. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
manholt Report post Posted April 6, 2016 Rich. You are so right. There is not much that is constant or un changing anymore....glad I got my 8 new once in 14' ! Wonder what I get in 20' or 21' ? Was nice meeting you and Brett in Perry. Carl Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tireman9 Report post Posted April 7, 2016 Looks like the info on the new Michelin has been posted. Yes "Rolling Resistance" is what tire companies use to compare the fuel use efficiency for tires. 5% better between two tires does not translate to 5% better mpg but under controlled conditions I would think you would see some improvement. Here is some general info on RR. and Here on truck tire RR There is no way to compare RR from one company to another as each company has it's own test conditions and specifications. However there is a way to compare tires using the new EPA "SmartWay" program. You can review the list Here. Basically you would get better MPG if all your tires meet the SmartWay regs than if your tires do not. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
trishw Report post Posted April 8, 2016 Well, I ordered my XZE3 tires - the Dealer I talked to didn't have any notification that this line has been discontinued. I'm getting ones date stamped from this February (2016). Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
deasnealy Report post Posted July 6, 2017 I am looking to replace XZE2 tires. Called Michelin and they are backordered and not in production. I have 2 fronts that are showing some cracks and do not really want to wait. Has anyone heard of Multi Z tires? They are truck tires and I am concerned they would not be good for an RV? They have plenty of those in stock and they qualify for the FMCA discount. First time buying new tires. I have a Tiffin 2010 RED. Its time! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wildebill308 Report post Posted July 6, 2017 I would look at the Continental program. Bill Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
deasnealy Report post Posted July 6, 2017 So not start a huge debate, but why move from Michelin to Continental? I suspect cost would be the factor, but is there a performance issue? I will take a look and see the difference. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wildebill308 Report post Posted July 6, 2017 I would rate Continental as good as Michelin and there is the availability issue. Bill Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
desertdeals69 Report post Posted July 6, 2017 58 minutes ago, WILDEBILL308 said: I would rate Continental as good as Michelin and there is the availability issue. Bill Continental does not make tires in the size that I use. Michelin 235/80x22.5 or Toyo 245/75x22.5. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wildebill308 Report post Posted July 6, 2017 3 hours ago, desertdeals69 said: Continental does not make tires in the size that I use. Michelin 235/80x22.5 or Toyo 245/75x22.5. 275/70X22.5 is so close I doubt it would be noticeable. Use a tool like this size comparator to see the difference in size. https://tiresize.com/comparison/ Bill Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
verheydn Report post Posted July 20, 2017 I know people are high on the Toyo’s and Michelin for good reason but I went with the Continentals thru FMCA. Purchased thru Conti dealer - Southern Tire Mart in Deer Park. They went out of their way to find six new 10R22.5 from different stores. Paid $50 per tire for M&B. NO SHIPPING CHARGE. I’ve had Conti’s on a Cycle, Car & SUV and felt they were just as good as my Michelins or Bridgestones. My MH’s tires were over 12 yrs old and I couldn’t go over 65. Now it’s smooth and confidant at 75. I had a couple of different reasons for choosing them: > Continental’s are made right here in USA in a 2yr old manufacturing facility. Toyo’s are made in Japan, Michelins mainly Brazil. > Application specific – The HSR2’s are made for All Position, Regional, On/Off road hauling, People and Goods service. Not a trucking tire. > SR2 compete with Michelin XZE2, Goodyears-G661HSA and Bridgestone-R250F. Actually wanted the Coach HA3 which is the same as Mich XRV or G670 RV, but not in my size. > More line up to choose from specific to your needs. Being 3 times the size of Toyo and slightly behind Goodyear, as German based I believe Conti’s designs are better in line with commercial usage since they can spend more money for research for demanding and extensive European standards. > Europe requires that all tires are tested for Fuel economy, Road handling & weather, and lastly noise reading. I attached the HSR2’s. > Smartway Certified for Steer and Drive as Fuel Saving. > Lastly, better price. HSR2 list $536, paid $355. Toyo M170 $360+37ship. I paid $2550 total. I have no investment in Conti. Spent over a month evaluating choices and based decision on my research and experience. I attached their line-up comparison and people mover charts. continental-data-guide-data.pdf ss-ct-people-data.pdf Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
