Re: Diamondback Tires

Posted by Owen_Dyneto On 2008/4/16 16:04:00

Tom, I don't know about 1931, but in 1934 white sidewall were available at extra cost on the Eight and Super 8, and at no extra cost on the Twelve. Tire brands used by Packard in 1934 were Firestone, GoodYear, Goodrich, and U.S. This information is contained in the 1934 Salesman's Data Book, sorry I don't have one for 1931.

Though I'd not put radials on a bona fide Classic, Diamondbacks are a great choice if that's what one wants. No matter what you put on, people should confirm that the load rating of the proposed tire is adequate for the car's weight and anticipated passengers, etc. The original tires in 1934 were 6 ply because the cars were heavy, I have used Lesters on my 34 for a long time, they are 6-ply rated and have a load capacity of 1632 pounds per tire, about right for a 5000 pound car and cargo.