15" hi perf automotive tires

[mrcrsr]

looking for a decent handling tire for a 15 x 7 rim, for a '68 gto, something speed rated, been searching around and it doesn't seem like they make much any more for a 15 " rim. i remember back in the day buying bridgestone re71's, seems like they've been discontinued in 15" sizes. thanks!

[donmac]

Goodrich still makes the radial TA!235/60/15!

[XstreamVking]

BF Goodrich T/A's are still the best musclecar tire IMO. Just got a set for my old Z-28 from tire rack. 245-60-15 at about 135.00 per tire shipped. 7'' wheel will work with up to 245's Might even squeeze on the 255's if you have the room.

[vnemous]

I had my ta's to 175mph at pocono on my cobra. Way over the speed rating but handled well. JMO
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[Dave Strong]

BFG is probably your only option for 15", they make a Drag radial in 235/60/15.

Dave

[gregpro50]

I run Cooper Cobras on my old Mustang.

[Corona Mike]

Charlie, Check Out Jegs. They Still Sell Quite A Few In 15"

[motorheadbishop]

I put T/A's on my trailer and yes Charlie they are fast!.... Lol...c ya at the sawanee

[CDave]

If you are looking for a high performance tire take a look at the Avon CR6ZZ http://www.avonmotorsport.com/historic/road-legal/cr6zz

The Cobra Roadster guys seem to really like them.

[mrcrsr]

i was hoping for something a lil better then the radial ta's, a comp ta would be better but apparently they don't make them anymore in 15's, i thought about the drag radials for the back but i put a set on the camaro and it took alot of fun out driving the car:p i'll ck out the avons, thats what i have on my rz

[Dave Strong]

You running stock rims, offset, etc.? JMO I liked reg T/A's better than the Comps, seemed to have belt separating issues way sooner with the Comps. Rubber was a bit stickier but as soon as I rotated them they would start to separate, not to the point of blowing out but just become shakers. If you don't rotate them they seem fine but don't last long that way.

The best and longest lasting tire I had on my 69 GTO were the original Goodyear Eagle GT's 245/60r/14 could get close to 20k out of a set rotated them every 5k. To bad they quit making them.

Dave

[BarryStrawn]

Michelin still makes XWX but they are rather expensive. Coker sells them in the US.

[mrcrsr]

You running stock rims, offset, etc.? JMO I liked reg T/A's better than the Comps, seemed to have belt separating issues way sooner with the Comps. Rubber was a bit stickier but as soon as I rotated them they would start to separate, not to the point of blowing out but just become shakers. If you don't rotate them they seem fine but don't last long that way.

The best and longest lasting tire I had on my 69 GTO were the original Goodyear Eagle GT's 245/60r/14 could get close to 20k out of a set rotated them every 5k. To bad they quit making them.

Dave stock rally 2 rims, they are either 15 x 6 or 15 x 7 , the car probably will see 1500 miles a year, so the tires will probably be changed out before they are worn out!

[XstreamVking]

If you like to mash the go pedal they will not last as long as you think....I get about 15k on my tires before replacement. I drive like a grandma when they are new, and like a demon when I know they are nearing replacement. Smoking them old tires up is what I like.

[JohnR]

I wouldn't be too concerned about the speed ratings. When they test the tires they have to run at something like 15 minutes at that speed. A quick blast to 130 on tires rated for 110 isn't going to cause problems. Coopers are good, American made tires. They usually do $100 off a set of 4 for Thanksgiving weekend at www.discounttiredirect.com plus you can stack whatever rebates the tire manufacturer is offering on top plus usually $30 rebate for opening/using Discount Tire's credit card. No interest financing for like 6 months too if you want it.

[CDave]

i was hoping for something a lil better then the radial ta's, a comp ta would be better but apparently they don't make them anymore in 15's, i thought about the drag radials for the back but i put a set on the camaro and it took alot of fun out driving the car:p i'll ck out the avons, thats what i have on my rz

The Avon's seem to be exactly what you are looking for. It's built for people who enjoy track days or that level of grip from a tire but still need a street legal tire for everyday use.

"The CR6ZZ is a range of road legal radial competition tyres suitable for classic performance cars. They are an all-weather tyre designed to be used for competition driving in disciplines such as classic road rallying, trackdays and circuit racing."

[Dave Strong]

stock rally 2 rims, they are either 15 x 6 or 15 x 7 , the car probably will see 1500 miles a year, so the tires will probably be changed out before they are worn out!

245/60/15 should fit all round, I did run 275/60/15 on the rear at one time on stock rims. Went back to 245/60/14 worked best with gears I had in it.

Dave

[donmac]

http://i1204.photobucket.com/albums/bb404/donmac1/bullitgoat_zpsef797be0.jpg (http://s1204.photobucket.com/user/donmac1/media/bullitgoat_zpsef797be0.jpg.html) they do need some big rubber to fill those quarters, I like this one ,but it would look better with a little more meat on the rear!

[mrcrsr]

http://i1204.photobucket.com/albums/bb404/donmac1/bullitgoat_zpsef797be0.jpg (http://s1204.photobucket.com/user/donmac1/media/bullitgoat_zpsef797be0.jpg.html) they do need some big rubber to fill those quarters, I like this one ,but it would look better with a little more meat on the rear! nice pic! just got the hood and everything lined up last nite, trying to have the car done by next weds, i ended up going w/ the kumho ectsta's, 235/60/15, v rated, and a lower treadwear number then the rest so it should hook up a lil better and handle good,(didn't get a chance to check avon), but was able to get them thru walmart at 105/tire, not including balancing. when you add shipping to tire racks prices they aren't really a deal.

[JohnR]

Yeah, that's the problem with Tire Rack, Discount Tire includes shipping in the price.

[Dave Strong]

nice pic! just got the hood and everything lined up last nite, trying to have the car done by next weds, i ended up going w/ the kumho ectsta's, 235/60/15, v rated, and a lower treadwear number then the rest so it should hook up a lil better and handle good,(didn't get a chance to check avon), but was able to get them thru walmart at 105/tire, not including balancing. when you add shipping to tire racks prices they aren't really a deal.

Need some Pic's big guy.

Dave

[donmac]

I bought this set of tires and rims for the Mrs. magnum. the rubber is Hankook ventus v12 [there crap]!the car drives like ****! the only thing I like about summer being over is I can put the Michelin Ice radials back on it[drives perfect]
http://i1204.photobucket.com/albums/bb404/donmac1/100_0128.jpg (http://s1204.photobucket.com/user/donmac1/media/100_0128.jpg.html)
I'm going to have to decide what to replace the hankooks with!

[mrcrsr]

i'll try to get some pics tonite of the car where it is currently, getting ready to put the grill together, aligning the nose was a pita!! nothing like the camaro(69) which was fairly easy

[Corona Mike]

Charlie, I Got A Catalog From A Speed Shop Called "Speedway Motors" They Are The Oldest Speed Shops In The World, And Have Mostly Old Car Stuff. They Sell Red-Letter Firestones! With The Old "Wide-Oval" Writing On The Side Wall P.M. Me Your Address And I'll Send You The Catalog.

[Dave Strong]

i'll try to get some pics tonite of the car where it is currently, getting ready to put the grill together, aligning the nose was a pita!! nothing like the camaro(69) which was fairly easy

Those Endura ft ends can drive a man to drink, don't think I ever got mine perfect.

Dave

[David]

Thanks for recommending the Avons. They even make performance 13" radials, which is what I need for my 69 Lotus. Now I have to decide how many years to put on the all season radials it currently rides on. I change tires due to age, not tread wear on that car.