Recommended tires C1 1960 283/230hp
12-11-2013, 07:51 PM
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Recommended tires C1 1960 283/230hp
I was wondering if anyone had suggestions for replacement whitewall tires for my 1960 C1. Mine are cracking and looking a bit old. I have seen some P205/75R 15 manufactured by Coker Tire and sold by Summit Racing. They look nice in the ad but have no idea how they ride. Thanks for any suggestions. JT
12-11-2013, 09:13 PM
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Stay away from Coker. They have a well documented history of unacceptable tires. Take a look at Diamond Back tires. They sell correct, brand name classic tires. 
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12-12-2013, 12:46 PM
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Get some nice passenger car tires, they are made to ride nice and quiet. I have goodyear 215/70-15 Integrity brand, if there is an issue about anywhere its easy to deal with.
12-12-2013, 02:25 PM
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I bought Diamond Back wide white walls for my '58 and it was like adding power steering and a new suspension. Best purchase ever.
12-12-2013, 06:27 PM
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On my 60 I used 205-70-15 Diamond Backs with a 3" WW and I would do it again if I had to.
They delivered faster than quoted.
The tires are quality and have a great looking white, white wall. The tires do not have any manufacturers name, writing, or tire information on the outside of the tire.
They are a real nice looking tire.
http://www.dbtires.com/
They delivered faster than quoted.
The tires are quality and have a great looking white, white wall. The tires do not have any manufacturers name, writing, or tire information on the outside of the tire.
They are a real nice looking tire.
http://www.dbtires.com/
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12-12-2013, 06:46 PM
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12-15-2013, 03:33 PM
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Thanks for all the great advice. Looks like I am going hunting for some Diamond Backs. Vettebuyer5869, I liked your "power steering and suspension" comment. What size tire did you put on your 58 to get that great ride?
JT
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12-15-2013, 04:48 PM
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Supreme 205/75/15 
12-15-2013, 05:14 PM
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I wanted to have a wider tire and opted for 215-65R 15`S on a 6 inch rim...I wasn`t looking for correct tires but rather what I liked and still had clearance
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Last edited by Ironcross; 12-15-2013 at 05:31 PM.