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Re: Radial or Bias Ply Tires???
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If the RTV is working for u then by all means rock'n roll. It is my understanding and experience that RTV does it's best job when clamped (bolted etc) between two surfaces.

One of the best sealers i've used is something called Seal-All. It's like a model airplane glue. Gas and oil resistent too. Fairly cheap. Down side is that it dissovles paint.

Posted on: 2010/10/29 10:26
VAPOR LOCK demystified: See paragraph SEVEN of PMCC documentaion as listed in post #11 of the following thread:f
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Re: Radial or Bias Ply Tires???
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Thank you, everyone, for all the info about the pre-54 rims and tubeless tires. It is much appreciated. I'm still mulling the bias/radial decision. Fortunately/unfortunately I will have time to think while the valve job and general fluid change takes place.
You people are GREAT!

Posted on: 2010/10/29 15:59
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Re: Radial or Bias Ply Tires???
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Awww Shucks

Posted on: 2010/10/29 19:11
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Re: Radial or Bias Ply Tires???
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I removed H78 x 15's from my Packard 400 and went with Michelin X radials when I hit the road. I've had no issues and rather enjoy the ride and safety they are known to provide. Cheap insurance if you ask me!

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Posted on: 2010/10/29 21:04
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Re: Radial or Bias Ply Tires???
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Are those the old ones or where did you find Michelin whites.

Posted on: 2010/10/29 21:39
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Re: Radial or Bias Ply Tires???
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New - see this thread, posts #11 & #12. Over to Kevin as to where he found them.

Posted on: 2010/10/29 22:23
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Re: Radial or Bias Ply Tires???
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Those are brand spanking new Michelins made in the USA (Nevada Michelin plant). Discount Tires; a national chain tire store!

Posted on: 2010/10/29 22:24
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Re: Radial or Bias Ply Tires???
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thanks for all of the input everyone. After doing so much research, the white wall tires are just riddiculously expensive. I think I am going to purchase radial tires and apply the portawalls from lucas tires. I'll let you guys know how I make out.

Posted on: 2010/11/12 20:43
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Re: Radial or Bias Ply Tires???
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Portawalls (the paste on type) are well known to loosen up and flap in the breeze.

Posted on: 2010/11/12 21:45
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Re: Radial or Bias Ply Tires???
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After everyones comments, I think for safety and handling, and longer lasting, I will opt for the radial diamondback extra wide.
If I was only interested in shows ( which I'm not) I would use ply

Posted on: 2010/11/13 6:29
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