I have recently purchased a set of Firestone Firehawk R4S tires. 27x8.50-14, load range C, 1515 lbs at 50 PSI. I paid $63 plus about $30 for shipping from Tire Rack. Not only do they look great on my tall-sitting '85 Westy, but they ride very nicely. My speedo now reads about 3% low, but the taller tires seemed to complement the engine and the vehicle. My steering is now so light in parking lots that I don't miss my power steering any more. They are quiet. I don't notice any power loss, not even on the highway. I mounted them with the white letters to the outside just to get that SYNCRO SENSATION! Chris, '85 Westy 'The Luv Box' |
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