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Old Oct 30, 2015 | 12:22 PM
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Originally Posted by cclive
This is something I have thought about...I hope that in the future, the tire makers do not move all their production to China. I hope that tires do not become like televisions in that we cannot buy a TV made in the USA anymore. I have Michelin tires made in USA and made in France. I like the idea of having tires made in Europe where cars are expected to be able to cruise at high speeds for long periods of time...they understand this. I would always be a bit skeptical of a high speed tire made in China, given the problems that have been discovered with many products made there.
Over regulation by present administrations EPA Police might be the reason
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Old Oct 30, 2015 | 12:23 PM
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Had Cooper's on a 'sporty' car and they handled and held up fine. Not sure I would put them on a true 'sports' car though.
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Old Oct 30, 2015 | 05:50 PM
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Copper looks good when new -but- the ride will just about rattle the teeth out of your head........in addition, and unless treated, they tend to turn green quickly, lol !!

Sorry..........I just couldn't resist !!


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