Ownership Log – ERA#2124

[wolf k]

Allen, looks good. I am considering the same tires, can you give us a profile shot, and a head on rear shot? Looks like 28" diameter fits. Did the tires and wheels balance out OK (in regards to vibration)? Would you say they are noticeably different in ride over the BFG's?

[Fullchat289]

Originally Posted by wolf k

Allen, looks good. I am considering the same tires, can you give us a profile shot, and a head on rear shot? Looks like 28" diameter fits. Did the tires and wheels balance out OK (in regards to vibration)? Would you say they are noticeably different in ride over the BFG's?

Wolf:

Yes, no problem. I'd be happy to get the pictures for you. Bob raised the concern earlier about the rear tire diameter pushing the envelope but I've noticed no ill effects. [Make sure you are running the ERA specified 3.88" backspacing on the FIA's. I found that mine were off by 3/8" in the rear and 3/16" in the front and had them corrected.] The tires/wheels balanced out perfectly with minimal weight.... I was suprised. As far as ride quality goes, I can preceive a difference from the greater sidewall stiffness over expansion joints and through the bends (sets more quickly and assuredly). I won't be returning to BFG's, I can tell you that. As far as tire pressures, I'm running a little high at the moment....(29psi Frt / 30psi Rr)

Edit: Here are the pictures you asked for. Let me know if I can help with anything else:

Originally Posted by RodKnock

Allen, I wish you were my neighbor. Maybe you could make me a Cammer engine in your garage.

This thread is a great read. Thank you.

Rod:

It's my pleasure. I enjoy adding posts and hearing back from guys like you who are reading it. I would like all you cobra guys to be my neighbors. Can a cammer be made using tin snips, hand drills, and propane torches? If so, PM me your build plans...LOL. Thanks for the compliment, though.

- Allen.