I need new tires for my old truck! I bought these Hankooks back in Idaho Falls from Discount Tire many years ago, and they have exceeded their high mileage rating. I know I've got well over 80K miles on them, maybe a 100K.

They still have some tread left, but with the wet weather and occasional ice, I'm sliding around. So I contacted Sullivan Tires, the local guys that did my brakes and shocks last year, and asked for a good quote.

The owner just emailed me and said I can get your size tire in an Americus brand for 85.99 each. There is no charge to install them and they come with lifetime rotation and balancing. The total for four would be 395.67, and includes new stems and tax.

I researched Americus and the reviews are pretty good. They are based out of Katy, TX and if there ever was a sign to proceed, this is it! For new followers, I have a friend named Farmer Katy, and the lady that serves us up at the Crockett Shoals restaurant, is also named Katy!

I have an appointment for Thursday morning, and maybe we can talk about leaf springs, get this old truck road trip ready...