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Howard, Gerry has the PS steering gear, but not the pump or bracket. I don't have a PS bracket as I have the A/C bracket that Ross built for me. Which not begs the question if I install the PS setup, will that throw off the AC compressor pulley alignment. I'll have to consult with Ross on that. Also I wound need to find a good pump and bracket to go the power steering route.
Posted on: 2016/2/6 10:38
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Howard,
At one time that was my intended direction. But I never ended up buying the PS bracket, and Ross delivered me one of his AC brackets, so that was the direction things took.
Posted on: 2016/2/10 11:32
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So, PS steering aside, back to orgignal question. As far as ply-bias "pie-crust" tires go; Coker or Universal brand? I know there are other brands and options, but looking at spending less than $200 a tire.
I know some people have some issue with the Coker's in the past. but I haven't heard anything recently in regards to that. So sounds like whatever that was, it was sorted out.
Posted on: 2016/2/10 11:35
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Also based on a suggestion from Jim, I looked at the BF Goodrich Version. 760x15 with a 3-3/8 WW.
Summit Racing also has them, if ordered online, it would free shipping and no sales tax. So $214 a tire. http://www.summitracing.com/parts/cok-59400 I talked to a Coker rep and asked them what the difference was in the Coker versus BF version: Different Tread Pattern Different Load Capacity BF made in USA Coker version made in Mexico So at $214, it's a little bit more than my $200 cap, but if it's going to be a superior tire, and I can get it dropped on my doorstep with no tax or shipping, then perhaps that is the way to go. Any comments on any of these tires?
Posted on: 2016/2/10 13:49
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2-1/2 white wall or 3-3/8"? Which is more fitting what was original in 1954?
I think this size looks about right. Is that 2-1/2" or 3-3/8"? I see some whitewalls on cars that look too wide, so I dont want that look. Some of the photos I see on Cokers site use the same photo regardless of WW size, so just trying to get a visual on what size WW this one is. Attach file: ![]() ![]()
Posted on: 2016/2/10 16:25
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I think the 2 1/2" would be more appropriate but really it's just a matter of taste. I've seen Packard literature with various sizes so I doubt one is more authentic than the other.
Posted on: 2016/2/10 16:34
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I think the general trend between 1950 and 1960 was the WW getting size smaller and smaller.
Just curious what the consensus is since I am buying them sight unseen.
Posted on: 2016/2/10 16:38
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I could be hallucinating but don't think you would be wrong on either. To my untrained eye there appears to be a subtle difference in the amount of black space below the wws on these two 54 cars -- as if they may have used different widths like maybe 2 1/2 on the Clipper and 3 3/8 on the Packard or maybe different brand tires.
Posted on: 2016/2/10 16:53
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Kev, my car was shod with the Cokers between 2001-2003, and was parked. When I got the car a few years ago, the tires still had the lil nibs on them...and they were still holding air after 8-10 years of sitting. The white had discolored, but a very quick scrub with blechewhite took care of that. I've been able to put several hundred miles on them without issue, and there is NO sign of dry rot.
I read on the Coker website at some point that they have a "tread life warranty", meaning they're covered as long as there is tread on the tires. Apparently they are formulated to last longer than modern tires. As for driving performance, I have no reference/comparison basis as this is the only set of tires I've had on the car, and only car with bias tires I've ever driven, but I don't have any complaints. I hope this helps! I'll measure the WW width this evening.
Posted on: 2016/2/10 17:03
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