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Old Aug 29, 2018 | 09:37 PM
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thinking about putting some red lines on my 72 ,any advice on where to get a set ,and a idea what they cost ??? thanks guys

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Check Coker and Diamondback
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They are surprisingly expensive, but look awesome. If you went with an aftermarket larger size I would suggest Rim Savers red rim protectors. Or you can make your own with Tire Stickers
I went with the rim savers for the cost.










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Diamondback has redlines in a variety of sizes, from 15" to 20+" You will probably find if you do a search here that many will say if you plan to drive your car, you will be happier with the Diamondback than the Cokers. You might want to give each of them a call or check them out online to help you decide.

The Diamondbacks tend to be more expensive, but folks that drive their cars more often seem happier with them.


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Old Aug 30, 2018 | 10:38 AM
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What years came with red line tires? Thanks
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What years came with red line tires? Thanks
In '68 & '69 they were available as option PT6 in F70X15 Bias Ply tires.

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Ive purchsed 3 sets of redlines from Diamond Back. I’ve always liked them. They are probably $200ish per.

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Originally Posted by Vettebuyer6369

I've purchased 3 sets of redlines from Diamond Back. I've always liked them. They are probably $200ish per.
Steve, that is a beautiful '69, and the redlines do look terrific on it.

How many miles do you get from a set? Or do you just change them out due to age?

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If you drive your Corvette and price is not the issue Diamond Back. The only negative is the cost as they are built from current market tires.
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well thanks guys for the information!!!
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Originally Posted by GUSTO14
Steve, that is a beautiful '69, and the redlines do look terrific on it.

How many miles do you get from a set? Or do you just change them out due to age?

GUSTO
I bought a set for a different car, then bought a set for this car while it was being painted. I actually sold a different 69 and needed to put them on that car. So I bought yet another set for this one. I drive this car regularly, but I’ve not put on so many miles to test mileage longevity.
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Diamond Back are the best!
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Originally Posted by Bills72n84
thinking about putting some red lines on my 72 ,any advice on where to get a set ,and a idea what they cost ??? thanks guys
They'll look awesome on your red car especially with the PO2s.
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Nice wheels, what size rims and tyres?

Originally Posted by Rescue Rogers
They are surprisingly expensive, but look awesome. If you went with an aftermarket larger size I would suggest Rim Savers red rim protectors. Or you can make your own with Tire Stickers
I went with the rim savers for the cost.



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https://www.tirestickers.com/shop/vi...ed-line-walls/

https://www.rimbladesusa.com/product/rimsavers/
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Diamond Back are the best!
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Still don't know why 70-72's did not have redlines as an option.
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Originally Posted by jr9170
Still don't know why 70-72's did not have redlines as an option.
They had "white lines"...LOL.. Unfortunately, they look super cheesy like any passenger car tire... At least until the Firestone Wide Ovals came out.

I couldn't bring myself to put redlines on something that didn't come with them though...

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Perhaps a set of Repro YJ8s from a 1978 Pace Car? You get the red lines on the wheels, and can use any 15 inch tire.
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Here are red lines on my '70:


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Nice wheels, what size rims and tyres?



american racing torque thrust II , 235/55/17 front and rear.




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