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Old Aug 2, 2015 | 10:31 PM
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The tires I have on my 1984 are about 13yrs old but the tread are good,I thinking about changing them because I believe they do affect the performance of the vehicle. What would be a good replacement tire in the 16 inch size.
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Old Aug 2, 2015 | 10:53 PM
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Old Aug 2, 2015 | 10:55 PM
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http://www.discounttiredirect.com/di...=003439&cs=245
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Old Aug 3, 2015 | 07:16 AM
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Those tires are to old to be safe! I have Nitto's, Continental is a good choice also.
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Old Aug 3, 2015 | 08:14 PM
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Assuming you have the stock wheels your tire size is 255/50/16. Hard to find. I think BFG is the only Manufacture producing them now. Tire Rack is the place to go. About $600.00 for a set.
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Originally Posted by 1stVetteFinally
These are the same tires I put on my 85. Been fine for the 3 months I've had them. Made a huge difference in ride from the 10 year old tires that were on when I bought it.
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Yes the BFG Sport Comp is the only tire currently offered in the correct 16" size. Bought a set and love them.
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Old Aug 8, 2015 | 09:09 AM
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Originally Posted by Larrye
Yes the BFG Sport Comp is the only tire currently offered in the correct 16" size. Bought a set and love them.
Have the same in 17" on my 89, very impressed with their performance, stick like glue to a DRY road.

Have you considered upgrading your wheels to 17"? There's a bigger selection of Corvette rubbers in that size.

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