Looking for NOS Firestone tire
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This may seem like a stupid question. Why aren't you posting this question on other forums rather than continuing to ask the same question for nearly two months on this one? You might even find a Chevelle or Camaro owner that has a Firestone 500 tire laying around.
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Those are all bias ply ads, Pretendr07 is looking for a radial. Keep in mind that Firestone recalled millions of OEM radials in 1976. I don't remember if it was for 1975 model year tires or 1973 through 1975. So, trying to find an original Firestone from that era will be tough.
I think this is what he’s looking for.
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The picture is of an original 73 tire. The only difference is the shield is black. What you are looking for is a replacement tire that was not made till after 1976 and was used to replace Firestone 500's.
If you want replacement tires that is up to you but NCRS or Bloomington Gold will expect Firestone 500's on a 73 or Good year Steelguards.
If you want replacement tires that is up to you but NCRS or Bloomington Gold will expect Firestone 500's on a 73 or Good year Steelguards.
Per the NCRS Judging Guide: Goodyear "Steelguard" and Firestone "Steel Radial 500" are the only known original equipment tires.
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...from my understanding, the Firestone tires WITHOUT the "500" on them were actually the replacement tires from Firestone for the "500". These tires being "replacement" tires are not factory original, if that's what you're looking for.
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