Westlake SL369 Tire Review & Rating
Built to provide dependable performance both on-road and off-road in light terrain, the SL369 from Westlake Tire is designed for drivers of all types of pickups, SUV’s and crossovers. With an aggressive tread pattern and deeper tread blocks, the SL369 features a longer lasting tread life at a much lower cost than leading competitor tires.
A tougher all-season tread compound and unique tread pattern combine solid dry and wet traction on the street with the strength and durability needed for driving off-road in grass, dirt, sand, gravel and light mud. Added siping around the tread further enhances grip on and off road.
The tire’s wide circumferential grooves channel away water for increased wet traction, while also reducing the risk of hydroplaning. An integrated tread block design provides added traction on dry pavement. Westlake’s variable pitch tread sequence reduces outside road noise for a more comfort ride quality.
Inside the tire you’ll find twin steel belted construction and a polyester cord body for added strength and durability, as well as more even treadwear. Sizes ranging from 15-17 inches in LT and non-LT models are available, and select sizes come with a load range E rating.
Pros
- On and off road traction
- Comfortable riding tire
- Treadlife
- Value for the lower cost
Cons
- Would like to see more off-road performance in deeper mud
- Additional sizes needed
Overall Thoughts
The SL369 fits the needs of most drivers looking for one of the lowest costing all-terrain tires on the market. While the performance does not match that of BFGoodrich, Michelin, Nitto, Cooper and other well known tire models, it does hold its own for what it is. Traction on dry and wet surfaces is good, as is light terrain use.
Ride comfort is better than you might expect from a cheaper tire like this, and treadlife is decent.
Overall, this is one of the better low cost off-road models in this class of tires.
What Vehicles Will The SL369 Fit?
(This is not a complete list of ALL vehicles this tire will fit)
- Chevrolet Tahoe, Silverado, K-Blazer, Trailblazer, Suburban
- Dodge Durango, Dakota, Ram
- Ford F-Series, Ranger
- GMC Sierra
- Jeep Wrangler, Grand Cherokee
- Nissan Frontier
- Toyota 4-Runner, Tacoma, Highlander
Tire Sizes
15″
235/75R15 109S BSW
LT235/75R15 104/101Q BSW
31X10.50R15LT 109Q BSW
16″
225/75R16 108S BSW
235/75R16 112S BSW
245/75R16 111S BSW
265/75R16 116S BSW
215/70R16 100S BSW
225/70R16 103S BSW
245/70R16 111S BSW
265/70R16 112S BSW
275/70R16 114S BSW
LT215/85R16 115/112Q BSW
LT235/85R16 120/116Q BSW
LT225/75R16 115/112Q BSW
LT245/75R16 120/116Q BSW
LT265/75R16 123/120Q BSW
LT285/75R16 122/119Q BSW
LT245/70R16 118/115Q BSW
LT265/70R16 121/118Q BSW
17″
235/65R17 104S BSW
245/65R17 107S BSW
265/65R17 112S BSW
LT235/80R17 120/117Q BSW
LT245/75R17 121/118Q BSW
LT245/70R17 119/116Q BSW
LT265/70R17 121/118Q BSW
LT285/70R17 121/118Q BSW
LT275/65R18 123/120Q BSW
Price Range
Westlake SL369 prices range from approximately $113 and up. You may also find occasional rebates, discount prices, coupons and special offers on this tire.
Warranty
Warranty information unavailable at time of review.
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I have them on my 2005 F350 Super Duty. Was messing around one day and did a power brake. That was a bad idea they didn’t like that. Took probably a couple years off tires. I probably have about 7000 miles and they seen to be holding up good. My dilemma is tire pressure tires say 65 PSI on them but they seen to be concave in the middle. It seems like they need a lot more PSI. if any one has any suggestions I would appreciate it. I have 315/75/16 SL369. THANKS
I have over 40000 miles on my sl369 lt2756518 10 ply on a 2010 f150 fx4. I believe these tires will have another 10000 miles on them. Have not been rebalenced since put on new. Very satisfied probably buy another set of them
Put them on a dodge 2500 for less than 4000 km and the tire blew apart. Load rating E it said. Didn’t even have a load on.
I have bought the SL368 size 285-70-17 for my 2008 Silverado. I have 10,000 miles on them and still have pretty good tread left. But they are as noisy as a set of Super Swamper tires. I will not buy another Westlake tire for that reason! Excessive NOISE!! It doesn’t even say what ply they are on side wall like most tires. They ride ruff like they are a12 ply.
I have bought the SL368 size 285-70-17 for my 2008 Silverado. I have 10,000 miles on them and still have pretty good tread left. But they are as noisy as a set of Super Swamper tires. I will not buy another Westlake tire for that reason! Excessive NOISE!! It doesn’t even say what ply they are on side wall like most tires. They ride ruff like they are a12 ply.
I have a set of 265/75/16 on my Dodge Dakota. Less than 10,000 mile and doing great. No road noise and rides smoothly.
I have a. 1997 Chev express 2500 van. I have only put on 2000. Kms so far they look like a good tire lots of people say no good for the winter I cannot see that very aggressive tread if you drive normal I can see them being good
if you drive like an idiot won’t matter on the tire.
I have a. 1997 Chev express 2500 van. I have only put on 2000. Jams so far they look like a good tire lots of people say no good for the winter I cannot see that very aggressive tread if you drive normal I can see them being good
if you drive like an idiot won’t matter on the tire.
Seem ok. I have experienced quite a bit of road noise.
Yes but the traction is worth it.
I have the 265 70 r17 on my Silverado, best tire I’ve ever owned…Smooth ride and got over 50,000 miles on them… Highly recommended
Im running lt2756518e on 2010 f150 fx4 have almst 40,000 moles on them and plenty of tread left well satisfied
I was thinking of buying for my Tacoma on disability and can’t afford high dollar ones and from my experience they often don’t perform as well. The last ones and are on now are Nexens and wish I could afford but they’ve really gone up and can understand why they’ve been excellent tires and even in snow. Does anyone know how these perform in snow?
Does anyone know the recommended tire pressure for the LT 265/70R 17???
It says 80psi on tire but, just seems like a lot of pressure to me.
Just bought a Tacoma with 4 brand new ones on it & they have 40psi in them.
Because it’s an LT tire. Light truck tires are not really for smaller trucks, but 250/2500 and 350/3500 etc. and you will need 50 psi or more for that tire, and your trucks air sensors may not like that.
The 80 PSI shown on the tire would be the maximum air pressure the tires are rated for. Check the vehicle manufacturer’s label for the correct pressure for normal driving without additional load in your vehicle.
The LT235-75-15 work great on a lightweight Geo Tracker. They’ll take whatever you give em.
I bought 4 sl369 west lake tires for my 2008 Silverado 1500 I have put just over 11000 miles on them and they are 50% worn out I did rotate them once at 6000 miles the rubber is Way To SOFT and they are somewhat noisy I Will NEVER BUY THEM AGAIN. YOU GET WHAT YOU PAY FOR
I’ve had the high dollar tires do the same thing. Coopers were the worst. I fixed every one of them once, and 2 of them twice. Small rocks from our gravel road. Never used tires aggressively, just everyday drivers. They worked great in the heavy snow of MT winters. Had them studded because we also have lots of icy conditions. But at 27,000 they were shot. Several people I know have these Westlake SL 3699 A/T tires, and had great success, well past 35,000 mi. That’s why I’m giving them a go. Will update after I run them through the winter. I check pressure weekly and rotate every 5000 mi. Air is pretty cheap compared to a new tire. 2008 Dodge Ram 1500 quad cab 4×4.
Hello Ron. Do update us regarding your experience. Hope you will enjoy your drive.
How many miles of tread life? And is there a warrant
Hope to get 35,000-40,000 miles out of them.