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Old Dec 29, 2013 | 05:46 PM
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Hey guys I know this question has been asked a million times but I want to be more specific. I'm thinking for my 71 I want 245s in back and 235s in front. The car came optioned with a thin whitewall tire. Any thoughts on if I could find these size tires radial of course with a thin whitewall. All thoughts and ideas greatly appreciated. John
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Old Dec 29, 2013 | 05:52 PM
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Check with Coker Tire or Diamondback Tire
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Old Dec 29, 2013 | 07:01 PM
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Check with Coker Tire or Diamondback Tire
Spend some time on Diamondback's website to see what you're paying for. They're not cheap but you do get what you pay for.
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I would also recommend getting the same size tire for all four wheels so they can be rotated easily.
You are not going to see/feel any difference in driving with a 235/245 spread.
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Thank you everyone. I'm using stock wheels what are your thoughts on a good wide tire but not over the top for car. Have all new suspension products springs and rear composite spring VBP.
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