[Oregon]

Hello, I just purchased a 2002 Xterra as a 'third' vehicle so I can have one for use in the snow and for use on fire roads. Has 104,000 miles, automatic transmission, stock 16" wheels. Seems to be totally stock. Only things I plan (need) to do immediately is get some M&S rated tires and get the timing belt replaced. We have had a lot of cars, 2x4 trucks over the years (too many what with 3 grown kids now), but never an SUV or 4x4. I have been reading the forums for quite a while now while I made the decision about purchasing an Xterra. Lots of good information from the members.

 

[RacerXXL]

Welcome to CX.

 

[xtacular]

Welcome from SW WA. Pretty much any tire you get in these sizes are going to be M+S rated including highway tires. If you want them to count as traction devices, you want the severe weather rating: general grabber AT2, Goodyear Duratrac, BF Goodrich AT KO.

 

[Oregon]

Thanks for the clarification. Yes, what I want is something with the severe weather rating so that I can go over the pass legally when Oregon State Patrol has the traction device requirement.

 

[LuvMyDux]

Thanks for the clarification. Yes, what I want is something with the severe weather rating so that I can go over the pass legally when Oregon State Patrol has the traction device requirement.

Xtacular posted a great Craigslist find on some BFG AT$600 and it's in Portland. I recently got a great deal from Discount Tires and am happy with my Faulkens. Again, welcome!