Date:         Tue, 10 Mar 2009 22:42:35 -0500
Reply-To:     Max Wellhouse <dimwittedmoose@CFU.NET>
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From:         Max Wellhouse <dimwittedmoose@CFU.NET>
Subject:      Re: 16" Tire recommendations
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I didn't think the HydroEdge had the stiff sidewalls, but maybe I'm
misinformed.  Ditto for the Goodyear tire in question.

DM&FS

.At 07:06 PM 3/10/2009, Troy wrote:
>Hi Folks:
>
>Finally got myself a set of Mercedes rims that I'm happy with.
>Wasn't so happy about enlarging the holes from 12 to 14 mm, what a
>job as the drill bit tends to catch the edges of the hole, so you
>have to go extremely slow with light pressure, which ends up taking
>about 10 minutes per hole or better. Anyway, now moving my attention
>to tires. Looking for a summer or possibly all season radial. I know
>that Go Westy recommends the Michelin Hydroedge, Sears was pushing
>the Goodyear triple cut as superior, but I'm sure there's all kinds
>of options. Anybody have any recommendations as to what to buy and
>what to steer clear of? I'm in absolutely no hurry, so if I know of
>particular brand I can possibly wait for a sale. I was also going to
>go with the 215/60/16 unless somebody gives me a good reason not to.
>
>Lastly, looking for an inexpensive source to purchase longer studs
>for the rears. Suggestions?  I think I will use Chris (loogy) from
>the Samba for the front bolts and spacers. The guy is a wealth of
>knowledge and has gone out of his way to help me. Even though he's a
>little more expensive I like to support this kind of individual. He
>does not sell the studs however.
>
>Thanks,
>
>Troy