Tires question

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I currently am riding on a set of road huggers and am not impressed with their feel. Does anyone know of an H-rated tire in 255 60 15? I'm looking for a softer compound for my 78.

Any info would be appreciated

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Tires question

Posted: 12/7/06 1:29amMessage 2 of 10

art-corvette

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i just put new yokohama 352 on my 78

P255 / 60 R15 102H

i can't compare it with other brands cause i haven't used any other.

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Posted: 12/7/06 5:47amMessage 3 of 10

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Vette(s): 1968 Conv, 454HO,500HP-600TQ, TKO-600,3:70 HD rear,hotrod air, custom paint & suspension,1973 Ruby Red,T-top, 383 Stroker, TK)-500,frame off restro, 1967 Dodge Coronet, 340 stroker to 406, Dana 60

Here's a few , I'd recomment the firestone, the prioces are my cost. If you live cl0ose to Delaware you're welcome to that price.

Alan

Firestone Firehawk Indy 500 (Performance All-Season)
Size: 225/60TR15
Blackwall
TR Speed Rated
UTQG: 500 A B
Price: $65.00 (each)

Pirelli P6 Four Seasons (High Performance All-Season)
Size: 225/60HR15
Blackwall
HR Speed Rated
UTQG: 400 A A
Price: $76.00 (each)

Bridgestone Potenza G 009 (High Performance All-Season)
Size: 225/60HR15
Blackwall
HR Speed Rated
UTQG: 460 A A
Price: $70.00 (each)

BFGoodrich Traction T/A H (High Performance All-Season)
Size: 225/60HR15
Blackwall
HR Speed Rated
UTQG: 440 AA A
Price: $66.00 (each)

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Tires question

Posted: 12/7/06 10:59amMessage 4 of 10

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I have the BFG T/As on "The Toy" and am very happy with them. Had a set of Kelly Chargers on a Toyota Supra years ago and was extremely happy with those tires.

Jim Olson

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Posted: 12/7/06 5:25pmMessage 5 of 10

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Thanks for the info. I went to Yokohama's website and could not find the 353 tire you referenced. They do offer an AVID S/T in P255/60R15 on their website. I decided to call Yokohama and find out if the 352 was still available. The support staff stated the 352 was discontinued in 2000.

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Posted: 12/7/06 5:28pmMessage 6 of 10

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Thanks for the offer! I really want to stay with the 255's though.

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Posted: 12/7/06 5:39pmMessage 7 of 10

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Most of the tire stores in my area are recomending the BFG T/As. Do you "drive" or "cruise" your vette. If you drive, how do the T/As feel in corners?

Thanks for your response.

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Posted: 12/7/06 6:10pmMessage 8 of 10

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Vette(s): 1973 Coupe 350 Auto.T-Tops L48,65450 miles.

I have BFG T/A 255/60/15 on my 73 and no matter how I treat them the respond. Ride great and handle great. 24PSI all 4 corners.

Dave

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Posted: 12/8/06 5:51amMessage 9 of 10

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[QUOTE=mjmauler]

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discontinued ?? ....strange... here in holland i can still get the Yokohama 352 ( 2 weeks ago i bought 4 tires)

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Posted: 1/8/07 2:42pmMessage 10 of 10

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