[Healeys] more questions on the right tires for a 67 BJ8

[Bob Spidell]

Forgot to mention the Vreds are pretty good in rain.

bs


On 11/6/2014 2:54 PM, Ron Davies wrote:
> Apparently the moderator said I sent this question from a non-recognized
> email so I'm trying again. Sorry if it gets repeated.
>
> I have Dayton 72 spoke 15x5  type 457F on my 67 BJ8.
>
> My Michelins are ZX 175 R 15 and are 12 years old and are no longer made.
> There is no middle number like "60". I see some cracking now on one tire.
>
> I understand many are happy with Vredsteins (sp) and I went on their site
> but they do not list Healey as a choice.
>
> Does anyone with a BJ8 Mk III and Daytons have a recommendation on size and
> type/model of Vredstein or any other tire? Especially the "modern" 3 numbers
> like "175-60-15".  Do we still put tubes in the "tubeless" tires?
>
> Looking over the listserve I saw recommendations for Vred 185-70-15, Eagel
> 195-65-15, and Michelin XAS in 180-15.
>
> I'm looking mostly for a comfort and safety  than performance, price or
> mileage.
>
> Much appreciated.
>
> Sincerely,
>
> Ron Davies
>
> Orange Co.
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