Tires/87
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Drifting
Joined: Jan 2001
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From: Mickleton NJ
Tires/87
Me and my son took the Vette out for ride today, he drove. We were about 2 miles from home, and the front right tire blew out. Now I'm 60+, and when I was young tires blew out all the time, but this was the worst I've ever seen. The tire disintegrated. I guess they are dry rotted, can you still buy 16" tires, if so what would you guys recommend, thanks Jim.
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From: been there done that
i bought a set of falkens from discount tire direct,and was/am very happy with them.they sent them out the same day,and i got them the next day!free shipping too.just google discount tire direct,or you might check out that 'auction' site (thats where i got mine)
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Go with the BFG G Force Sports. The come in the 255/50-16 for your 87. I just bought mine from discount tire online. No shipping charge. BTW i also have an 87. Good luck. There was a post back in the summer on old tires. It was pretty amazing what dry rot can do. Can't wait to drive my new treads after the Colorado winter is over.
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From: Lacey WA RVN 68-69
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Go with the BFG G Force Sports. The come in the 255/50-16 for your 87. I just bought mine from discount tire online. No shipping charge. BTW i also have an 87. Good luck. There was a post back in the summer on old tires. It was pretty amazing what dry rot can do. Can't wait to drive my new treads after the Colorado winter is over.
Tires will dry out after time and start to crack. Figure on 5-6 years for longevity before tires start to dry out and crack. Then it's only a matter of time before a tire goes flat or comes apart. At least you weren't out on the freeway doing 75
Burning Brakes
Joined: Jun 2001
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From: Columbia South Carolina
Go with the BFG G Force Sports. The come in the 255/50-16 for your 87. I just bought mine from discount tire online. No shipping charge. BTW i also have an 87. Good luck. There was a post back in the summer on old tires. It was pretty amazing what dry rot can do. Can't wait to drive my new treads after the Colorado winter is over.
I put 'em on my '87 also.I have no complaints.tankman
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