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May 16, 2002 | 05:00 PM

ebowtie

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New Meats!

What is a good replacement tire for my 72 Shark?? I'm thinking of going to a 60 series radial, any thoughts or experiences would be appreciated.
:cheers:

May 16, 2002 | 05:04 PM

Corey_68

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Re: New Meats! (ebowtie)

I just put (4) Firestone Firehawk 255 X 60 X 15's on my 68. Great ride, and they look very nice. :yesnod:

May 16, 2002 | 05:18 PM

Rockn-Roll

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Re: New Meats! (ebowtie)

255/60-15's are the perfect replacement...they fit with no rubbing, and have the exact same circumference so your speedometer will still read correct. I chose the BFG Radial T/A and they work just fine.

May 16, 2002 | 05:56 PM

verskel

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Re: New Meats! (Rockn-Roll)

Ditto - got 'em on my ride, too. :yesnod:

May 16, 2002 | 06:05 PM

GrandSportC3

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Re: New Meats! (Rockn-Roll)

Quote:

same here!!! 255/60-15 BFG Radial T/A on all 4 wheels.
However - I am thinking in changing the rear tires to 275/60R15 to get a little bit more
traction with the new engine....

:cheers:

Olivier

P.S. I have 275/60R15 (rear) and 255/60R15(front) Firehawks SS20's on my Duntov!
I like both - the BFG and the Firestone tires. The Firestone tires are a little bit
cheaper and look better (the white letters)

May 17, 2002 | 12:01 PM

ebowtie

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Re: New Meats! (Corey 68)

Looks like the votes are in, thanks for the responses. :D

May 17, 2002 | 04:07 PM

madmaxgt

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Re: New Meats! (ebowtie)

I have 255 60/15 on the front and 275 60/15 on the rear. I really like the profile it gives!

May 17, 2002 | 04:27 PM

Alwyn678

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Re: New Meats! (madmaxgt)

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I have 255 60/15 on the front and 275 60/15 on the rear. I really like the profile it gives!

That does look good.....Any problems with them rubbing?

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May 17, 2002 | 04:37 PM

madmaxgt

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Re: New Meats! (Alwyn678)

Before I restored the frame the rear was close, but now with everything new there is plenty of room!

May 17, 2002 | 10:32 PM

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AV76

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Re: New Meats! (Corey 68)

I'm also looking for new tires. Will 255 X 60 X 15's fit on stock rims? I have heard that they will, just want to make sure. Thanks

May 17, 2002 | 10:38 PM

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LT1driver

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Re: New Meats! (Rockn-Roll)

I am using 255/60/15 on all four corners for my 70 :cool:

May 17, 2002 | 10:40 PM

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Eddie 70

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Re: New Meats! (AV76)

Another vote for BFG 255/60/15. They look awesome. Big meats are cool. Plus I think they ride great compared to what was on the car before. :yesnod:

May 17, 2002 | 11:05 PM

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JRD77VET

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From: Zionsville, PA NRA Life Member

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Re: New Meats! (AV76)

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I'm also looking for new tires. Will 255 X 60 X 15's fit on stock rims? I have heard that they will, just want to make sure. Thanks

I put 255/60VR15 Pirelli Scorpion Zero on all four corners of my '77 on my 15 X 8 ralleye rims. They fit with no rubbing and they handle great. :cool: The VR rating is good for 149 mph :eek: I bought them at http://www.tirerack.com for $85 each plus shipping. ( $ 38 for 4 to PA ) They are listed as a "sport truck tire". This gives you a slightly stiffer sidewall which helps in the handling. HTH