Re: Tires/Tyres?

Posted by PackardV8 On 2012/7/23 13:49:27

My 56 Executive (same as a Clipper) has 235 75 R15's. The CHEAPEST tire that Pep-boys auto chain sold some 12 years ago. After more than 22K miles, probably more like 26K miles they are still good but probably need replacing in the next 10K miles.

I'm not sure about 53's altho the body clearence for the 235's is most likely the same as my 56. There is an ever so slight rubbing at the rear inner fender wells but ONLY under extreme off road (ruff driveays) at very slow speed. Simply not an issue.

My recommendation is stay with the 75 aspect ration. With the streight 8 in the 53 u'll need all the tire diameter u can get. Nothing wrong with the 225 75 R15's either.

As for reproduction period correct tires my PERSONAL experience is somewhat limited and such experiences negative. Without detail, i tend to avoid them and use off-the-shelf current production tires.

U have not yet told us if your 53 is for show or for GO. That makes a difference too. IF it is for show and very minimal to very lite duty slow speed operation then the period correct reproduction tires are a must.