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Old Apr 12, 2008 | 01:25 PM
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I know this is an LS1 forum, but I figured I'd try and see if any of you guys might be able to help... Does anyone know of any tire companies that make vintage tires? (aside from Coker) My papaw's in the process of restoring a '67 Grand Prix convertible that he just bought last year and can't find any vintage white wall tires for it any cheaper than $300something/tire. So, I was just wondering if anyone knew of any that maybe he could get for a little cheaper.. Thanks guys!
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Old Apr 12, 2008 | 02:04 PM
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You could try contacting TomzWheels and see if they can order something for you. They are a sponsor in the list to the right. Hope they can help!
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What size/type is he looking for?
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Thanks.. I'll check 'em out!
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Originally Posted by leadfoot4
What size/type is he looking for?
14" I guess... he's going original with the restoration. He's pretty adamant about wanting white walls, too. I tried to explain to him that he might just have to pay that much, but he's convinced there's cheaper out there.
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coker tire
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look these up for him http://www.widewhitewalltires.com/
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Thank you.. I'll pass their phone number along to him.
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