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Date:         Wed, 17 Apr 1996 13:56:31 -0500 (CDT)
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From:         David Schwarze <ddes@zeus.anet-dfw.com>
Subject:      Re: Another Tire Q

John T. Croteau writes: > > Ok, here is another tire question for you guys. > > I need new tires for my '72 Safare. Primarily for this 3000 mile trip. > What make/model tire should I purchase that works well on later model busi? > > Specs: '72 Safare Custom Camper > '77 2000cc F.I Engine > 80% Highway Driving

I bought some 205-70HR14's for about $100/pair. The HR rating results in really stiff sidewalls (felt stiffer than load range D to me) and they handle absolutely great. I have no regrets, other than I think I will go with 215-70 or 205-75 in back next time to get a little more ground clearance.

-David

============================================================================ David Schwarze '73 VW Safare Custom Camper (Da Boat) Dallas, Texas, USA '73 Capri GT 2800 (Da Beast) e-mail: ddes@anet-dfw.com '87 Mustang Lx 5.0 (13.986@100.81) http://www.teleport.com/~des '93 Weber WG-50 (Da Piano) ============================================================================


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