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02-14-2015, 04:38 PM
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Originally Posted by 750hp
desire for some people to run billboards for the look, but as the Avons don't have that period style appearance
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Really?  So, what exactly is the difference?
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02-14-2015, 04:42 PM
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For comparison: Replica 289...
Real 427 comp car...
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FF5 MK4 #8414 501/TKO600/48IDA Ollie the Dragon #91 - sold
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02-14-2015, 04:44 PM
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....the white car has Avons CR6ZZ 245 and 295 / 15s 
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Scratch build 289 FIA see the Scratch builder forum on CC - sold
DRB GT40 MK1 red #49- sold
FF5 Mk4 #7733 302/T5/IRS - dark blue - sold
FF5 MK4 #7812 427/TKO/IRS - Guardsman Blue - sold
FF5 MK4 #8414 501/TKO600/48IDA Ollie the Dragon #91 - sold
FF5 Daytona Coupe 347/TKO/IRS Homage CSX2299 Viking Blue - sold
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02-14-2015, 05:05 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by G-Pete
Really? So, what exactly is the difference? |
Really Pete? Now don't take this the wrong way, because your car is one of my favorite Cobras, but that's why I'm surprised you (with your awesome obsession for detail) would try to say they look the same when they simply don't.
Sure, paint GOOD YEAR on a tire and you'll fool most people, but the sidewall overall shape, the sidewall profile, the relation of the sidewall to where it meets the tire tread, the tread shape, width and pattern...it's all different.
The Avon shape is great, and I'm not saying it's sub standard in any way. In fact there are a million reasons why Avon make a better tire than the billboard. It just doesn't seem as though you would be able to duplicate the sidewall shape of a bias ply tire with a radial tire. There are probably a million reasons why a manufacturer wouldn't want to anyway.
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02-14-2015, 05:30 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by 750hp
Really Pete? Now don't take this the wrong way, because your car is one of my favorite Cobras, but that's why I'm surprised you (with your awesome obsession for detail) would try to say they look the same when they simply don't.
Sure, paint GOOD YEAR on a tire and you'll fool most people, but the sidewall overall shape, the sidewall profile, the relation of the sidewall to where it meets the tire tread, the tread shape, width and pattern...it's all different.
The Avon shape is great, and I'm not saying it's sub standard in any way. In fact there are a million reasons why Avon make a better tire than the billboard. It just doesn't seem as though you would be able to duplicate the sidewall shape of a bias ply tire with a radial tire. There are probably a million reasons why a manufacturer wouldn't want to anyway.
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I guess I had not isolated the shape of Goodyear billboards from other 15" tires.
Now it is obvious, bill boards do look awesome and the shape, the bulge, and the letters really complete the look of the car. The radials don't have that shape.
I am pretty sure I am going with 18's and a 335 rear. I like that look although some do not.
Thanks for pointing out that subtlety.
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02-14-2015, 06:11 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Detroit Bill
I guess I had not isolated the shape of Goodyear billboards from other 15" tires.
Now it is obvious, bill boards do look awesome and the shape, the bulge, and the letters really complete the look of the car. The radials don't have that shape.
I am pretty sure I am going with 18's and a 335 rear. I like that look although some do not.
Thanks for pointing out that subtlety.
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I intend to go 18's myself, I see it as part of a suspension upgrade along with better brakes. What about rims? Dare to be different again? Some very nice monoblock options out there.
Monoblock Wheels 101 - Import Tuner Magazine
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02-15-2015, 04:19 AM
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Detroit - I like the look also and after seeing the SPF raffle car up close, I'm convinced that new tires and rims are in the forecast for #2899.
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02-15-2015, 09:39 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by 750hp
Really Pete? Now don't take this the wrong way, because your car is one of my favorite Cobras
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Thanks Craig, no I don't take constructive criticism wrong.
Now, I'm not the only one...
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FF5 MK4 #8414 501/TKO600/48IDA Ollie the Dragon #91 - sold
FF5 Daytona Coupe 347/TKO/IRS Homage CSX2299 Viking Blue - sold
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02-14-2015, 04:52 PM
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Magnesium wheels on the red car? Love that grey color!!
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02-14-2015, 04:54 PM
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Avons with stenciled Good Year painted lettering or is it the rubber letters that are glued on?
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02-14-2015, 05:39 PM
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Quote:
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Avons with stenciled Good Year painted lettering or is it the rubber letters that are glued on?
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Rubber letters glued on -> from these guys Gallery - Tire Paint Pen Lettering Alternative
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Scratch build 289 FIA see the Scratch builder forum on CC - sold
DRB GT40 MK1 red #49- sold
FF5 Mk4 #7733 302/T5/IRS - dark blue - sold
FF5 MK4 #7812 427/TKO/IRS - Guardsman Blue - sold
FF5 MK4 #8414 501/TKO600/48IDA Ollie the Dragon #91 - sold
FF5 Daytona Coupe 347/TKO/IRS Homage CSX2299 Viking Blue - sold
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02-15-2015, 10:06 AM
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Thanks G-Pete. I see they make rubber letters spelling 'AVON' for people opposed of putting 'GOODYEAR' on an Avon tire. However, I would only have one per tire in lieu of two on the tire as shown on their website.
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02-15-2015, 01:01 PM
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I wonder if the letters weigh enough(Avon)that the tires need to be balanced after gluing them on? G-Pete, your tires look awesome on your car.
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02-16-2015, 05:41 AM
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Last picture is for the purists among us....
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Scratch build 289 FIA see the Scratch builder forum on CC - sold
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FF5 Mk4 #7733 302/T5/IRS - dark blue - sold
FF5 MK4 #7812 427/TKO/IRS - Guardsman Blue - sold
FF5 MK4 #8414 501/TKO600/48IDA Ollie the Dragon #91 - sold
FF5 Daytona Coupe 347/TKO/IRS Homage CSX2299 Viking Blue - sold
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02-27-2015, 08:22 PM
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Well, I have decided to go with the Avon tires and ordered a set through Roger Krause today. Should be here by the end of next week. It may be a few months as I have some winter/spring projects planned for the car but I will post my thoughts of the Avons.
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02-27-2015, 08:26 PM
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Same place I got mine. Delivered right to my front door in 2 days.
You won't regret it! 
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03-04-2015, 12:17 AM
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get em on and take a pic....I just got a set of Avons for my GT40.....but I must wait for wheels....sigh.
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03-05-2015, 08:43 AM
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I ended up going with the 335 30 18 in the rear and a 275 35 18 in front. Michelin PS2. I like the look I believe the performance will at least be the same and they should last longer.
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03-05-2015, 03:09 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Detroit Bill
I ended up going with the 335 30 18 in the rear and a 275 35 18 in front. Michelin PS2. I like the look I believe the performance will at least be the same and they should last longer.
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I have that exact set up on my car and it handles great and I like the looks as well. |
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