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Old Jun 17, 2009 | 06:20 PM
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I need new tires. I've previously received advice from Forum members that Diamond Back is best source for redlines on my '68. Since Diamond Back will vulcanize the redline, it's up to me to select the tire. My '68 is all original and I'm interested in keeping a original/classic look to the tires, but certainly don't want to go the bias-ply route. Bias-ply tires have a "square" sidewall to tread setup that I wish to duplicate as much as possible in a radial tire. BF Goodrich Silvertowns have more of a "rounded" look to the sidewall/tread that to me really does not look very authentic.

Can anyone advise of a radial tire that has a "square-ish" sidewall/tread appearance and has decent load and speed ratings (min. of S)?

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Old Jun 17, 2009 | 10:32 PM
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Fill out your profile you might get some answers.
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Old Jun 17, 2009 | 10:58 PM
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Have you checked out Coker Tires?
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