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Old Jun 26, 2007 | 10:22 PM
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I am going back to stock rally wheels and was wondering what type of tires would look most original for a 74 ? Brands and sizes please, and also , white raised letters or black walls ?? THANKS....
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Old Jun 27, 2007 | 01:39 PM
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mid america designs have some reproduction tires But you should consider some of these ideas in this article
http://www.automedia.com/Restoration...es20020801rr/1
The original style tires are not always the best
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Old Jun 27, 2007 | 01:59 PM
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1974 RPO codes
QRM
White Stripe Steel Belted Tires GR70x15
9,140

QRZ
White Letter Steel Belted Tires GR70x15
24,102

you'll need a build sheet for your car to find out what came on YOUR car

on my '73 i've got Cooper Cobras 255/60/15... treadwear is excellent but the way I drive I'd like a softer tire!

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