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Changed Tires

Posted: 11/1/04 5:55am Message 1 of 5
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Newark, DE - USA
Joined: 7/26/2004
Posts: 468
Vette(s): 1968 Conv, 454HO,500HP-600TQ, TKO-600,3:70 HD rear,hotrod air, custom paint & suspension,1973 Ruby Red,T-top, 383 Stroker, TK)-500,frame off restro, 1967 Dodge Coronet, 340 stroker to 406, Dana 60
Was going to go to 16 or 17" rims and low profile tires, but decided to keep the 15" rims for the big tire look. I had Dunlop GT's for the last 3 years..switched to Firestone Firehawk Indy 500. 255/60/15 front & 275/60/15 on the rear. What a difference..took it for a long run yesterday and everything was so much better I almost don't believe it.
I would recommend this tire to anyone.
Alan


                                               

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Changed Tires

Posted: 11/1/04 9:52pm Message 2 of 5
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Welch, MN - USA
Joined: 7/18/2003
Posts: 201
Vette(s): 1974 Black 454 Stingray coupe, turbo 400 tranny, barry grant 750 carb, hooker super competition headers, moves along!
how do you like the 275-60's on the back? Are they considerably taller and do they rub anywhere? I was considering getting the 275's but thought they might be too tall compared to the front, do you have any pictures?? I also have the firehawk indy 500's and have nothing but good to say about them.


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Changed Tires

Posted: 11/2/04 5:48am Message 3 of 5
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Newark, DE - USA
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Vette(s): 1968 Conv, 454HO,500HP-600TQ, TKO-600,3:70 HD rear,hotrod air, custom paint & suspension,1973 Ruby Red,T-top, 383 Stroker, TK)-500,frame off restro, 1967 Dodge Coronet, 340 stroker to 406, Dana 60
The tires don't rub and they due allow for a better launch, but I still can't get on it from the getgo...to much HP (500). This size was on the car when I bought it 3 yrs ago. Sent you a pic if you want more just let me know. The Dunlops made for a scary ride..had to be really careful from a stop into a turn. The Firestones are a great inprovement.
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Changed Tires

Posted: 11/2/04 6:31am Message 4 of 5
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Baldwinsville, NY - USA
Joined: 11/5/2003
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Vette(s): Stock 1982 Black w/silver interior
Alan,

Great idea on placing wider tires on the back. I like the look too. Are the 275's able to fit on your stock wheels or do you have aftermarket wheels?


Changed Tires

Posted: 11/2/04 9:58am Message 5 of 5
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Newark, DE - USA
Joined: 7/26/2004
Posts: 468
Vette(s): 1968 Conv, 454HO,500HP-600TQ, TKO-600,3:70 HD rear,hotrod air, custom paint & suspension,1973 Ruby Red,T-top, 383 Stroker, TK)-500,frame off restro, 1967 Dodge Coronet, 340 stroker to 406, Dana 60
I have after market Western Wheels 7" width in the front and 8.5" in the rear. These are old racing mags...have to glue the weights on. They are 15" dia.
Alan
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