Re: [FWDLK] Warning on radial-ply tires:

[Dave Stragand <dave.stragand@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

This is an argument that comes up from time to time on the list.

I for one would argue the opposite; even so far as to call the
'skittishness' of bias ply tires unsafe.  My car would actually leap into
another lane at the slightest imperfection in the road, without warning, and
without forgiveness.

If you haven't ever driven with bias ply tires, you will probably be VERY
dissatisfied with them.  However, there are many foks who find they ride
just fine (usually folks who have driven on them when bias-ply tires were
all there were.)

-Dave

-----Original Message-----
From: Forward Look Mopar Discussion List
[mailto:L-FORWARDLOOK@xxxxxxxxxxxxx] On Behalf Of Louis Rugani
Sent: Monday, March 22, 2004 1:39 AM
To: L-FORWARDLOOK@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
Subject: [FWDLK] Warning on radial-ply tires:


Radials may be very unsatisfactory on cars designed for bias-ply tires! The
steering geometries are designed for the tires of the time. I had a set of
radials on my '55 Dodge Royal sedan for years, and the Dodge steered
exceedingly hard. I then went to the correct 7.10x15 bias-ply size ....
bingo. It was like having power steering. Amazing. The same thing on my '47
Frazer.

Recommendation: avoid radials on Forward Look cars, unless you have power
steering.

Regards....
Lou
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