OEM Replica Tires?
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OEM Replica Tires?
The guy states in this auction that he has "OEM replica tires." Anyone have any idea what he's talking about? I think he meant "wheels", not "tires", but I'm just guessing. I sent him a question about it a couple of days ago but no response so far.
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A replica would be something that looks just like the original. Don't think the Falkens fall into that category. They are stock sizes though.
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Replica Tire
Replica tires, to my knowledge, are typically used on antique/classic vehicles. I purchase the old style wide whitewalls for my 39 Buick and 52 Ford pickup. "Gangstawalls" as they are known by by many. Places such as Diamondback Classics purchase molds of early year tires and replicate them using modern technology.
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Originally Posted by ptj851
Replica tires, to my knowledge, are typically used on antique/classic vehicles. I purchase the old style wide whitewalls for my 39 Buick and 52 Ford pickup. "Gangstawalls" as they are known by by many. Places such as Diamondback Classics purchase molds of early year tires and replicate them using modern technology.
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Originally Posted by Hammie
Almost positive he means replica wheels. I saw that auction myself.
Edit: Whether he means wheels or tires, the wheels are replicas. Centercaps are etched, not colored like GM.
Edit: Whether he means wheels or tires, the wheels are replicas. Centercaps are etched, not colored like GM.