Re: Tire Pressure

Posted by JWL On 2013/3/26 16:13:06

I have a set of genuine Firestone 7.00 x 15 "Gum Dipped" tires on my 47 Custom Clipper that were installed, new, in the mid-1980s. They are in great shape, and the wide white walls are still white. The thread is still full; although, the car has probably been driven less than 5,000 miles since they were installed. I inflate them to 30 p.s.i. They are smooth, steer straight, ride well, and brake evenly. The spare has not been on the ground. I think this answers the question about the quality of the old bias ply tires as compared to the ones that are now being made.

I know the time is fast approaching when they should be replaced, and I will probably go with a set of Diamondback radials.

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