Richard Finch wrote:
>
> Radials on undamaged, structurally sound older rims will be fine.
>
> I'm new to the list, so this argument may have been discussed before...
>
> As to whether people should do it - that's another question. Just wanted to
> say that while I agree that radials enable our older cars to corner better,
> wander less and even brake better when rapid stopping is required, I would
> never put radials on any MoPar made before 1965. I draw the line at Engel's
> Chrysler restyle - my personal decision - and radials look fine on my '65.
> To hell with the safety aspect, ForwardLook, and older, look silly with
> radials! The cars don't sit right.
>
> Of course, I know that the right look is only a knuckle bar & new set of
> tyres away should a car change hands - so I'm not going to have a hernia
> over it.
>
> Richard.
Richard....I am with you having seen a 60 Polara sedan with radials it
really changes the side profile of the car.This is really true if you
are going to white walls. I think it finally depends on the amount of
driving...my bias sure know how to pick up road grooves. But for the
amount I drive I went with looks over ride.
Bob Howard
60 Polara Wagon
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