Tires for SPF 15"

[Voyager]

Originally Posted by Tom Wells

Bob,

"You've got to ask yourself a question: 'do I feel lucky?' "

Tom

Tom,

So true... Need to get off my butt and replace them.

Bob

[jeffgrice]

Originally Posted by jstinson

I just purchased my 1st Cobra. SPF Sport Model # 633. It needs new tires. Current tires are Dunlap GT Qualifires Ft: P255/60 R15 R: P275/60 R15. The front tires rub on the fender a little in a sharp turn. So I'm thinking I should go down to P245 width.

Two tire stores are recommending either Cooper Cobra, or BF Goodrich Radial T/A.

Recommendations? Also can I go to a smaller width on the front and still use the same rims?

Hi John,

I would recommend Cooper for the reasons the other guys stated. Several GLCC members have done Coopers and are happy. We do have a member who recently did BF TAs and he has not complained but I have heard like others they are not the best choice. If you don't like the whiteletter mount with the blackwall out.

Avons are more period correct looking, VERY sticky so expect rock slinging.

What ever you get I would suggest a tire shop with "touchless" mounting equipment otherwise you risk marring to the wheels. I had a several members use Motorwerks Luxury 3200 Walnut Lake Rd, Commerce Charter Twp, MI 48390 which is reasonable close to you.

Best regards,

Jeff

[Sawdust]

John
Take a look at the Mickey Thompson S/T's. Overall an excellent tire for the money.

[jacobsed]

Originally Posted by Sawdust

John
Take a look at the Mickey Thompson S/T's. Overall an excellent tire for the money.

This would be my second choice after The Avons

[fastd]

Originally Posted by jacobsed

This would be my second choice after The Avons

I’ve had both tires and prefer the MT SRs. I actually grew to like the tread pattern and the profile of the tire “fits” better than the avons.

Problems with the Avon’s:
1. They are dangerous until they get some heat in the them. (Ask me how I know)
2. They are dangerous if the road is not bone dry. (Ask me how I know).

[jacobsed]

Originally Posted by fastd

I’ve had both tires and prefer the MT SRs. I actually grew to like the tread pattern and the profile of the tire “fits” better than the avons.

Problems with the Avon’s:
1. They are dangerous until they get some heat in the them. (Ask me how I know)
2. They are dangerous if the road is not bone dry. (Ask me how I know).

OK, so how do you know? My experience with them is COMPLETELY the opposite. I'm so glad they are as sticky as they are because I know for a fact they have saved my life a few times. And they did not have heat in them, just normal driving around.

[jacobsed]

Originally Posted by fastd

I’ve had both tires and prefer the MT SRs. I actually grew to like the tread pattern and the profile of the tire “fits” better than the avons.

Problems with the Avon’s:
1. They are dangerous until they get some heat in the them. (Ask me how I know)
2. They are dangerous if the road is not bone dry. (Ask me how I know).

I don't know what you mean by the profile "fits" better than Avons. The Avons are the perfect profile for a Cobra and trying to keep with a period correct fitment. The S/R's don't even come close.

[bmwdb10]

Avons are the way to go! I have had them all, Goodyear, BFG, Hoosier... None are as good as the Avons. Currently on both of my cars.

[Azhinoon]

Tread pattern is a matter of opinion . The M/T sr's are a great tire and perform better than the st's or the cobra tires. They really work in the twisties. Always wanted to try the Avons but do not come close to racing for the need of that stickiness. Is that a real word. Definitely stay away from radial TA's. The backend will come around way to soon on these cars without traction. Ask Karl, he has run many types of tire in low places!!!!

[jacobsed]

Originally Posted by Azhinoon

Tread pattern is a matter of opinion . The M/T sr's are a great tire and perform better than the st's or the cobra tires. They really work in the twisties. Always wanted to try the Avons but do not come close to racing for the need of that stickiness. Is that a real word. Definitely stay away from radial TA's. The backend will come around way to soon on these cars without traction. Ask Karl, he has run many types of tire in low places!!!!

That flame tread pattern is just very tacky in my opinion. It belongs on a super custom hot rod from the 80's that has purple paint and flame paint job.

[fastd]

i like the way the profile of the SRs better than the Avons. I recognize that your experience is different than mine. All good. Moving on.

[fastd]

In my case, the only time I've been in the rain is when I have gotten "caught" in it; I did a nice 180 degree spin when I had the AVONS (without a scratch luckily) - those tires do not channel water very well (at all).

[MaSnaka]

I never plan to drive in the rain but I have been caught off guard a couple times.. Fog can make the roads wet too. Cruising along on a nice warm night you can find yourself in sprinkler runoff or some other unexpected source of water on the street day or night. Best to ease through with no sudden inputs with the gas or brakes. I would avoid the GY Billboards...not DOT leagal for the street. And most definitely avoid the TA Radials for your cobra. I currently have the Avons and think they are great. Welcome!!

John

[Mongoose930]

I switched from the GY Billboards to the Avons and I could not be happier. I think they look pretty good on Cobras.

[timsullivan]

Cooper Cobra's are about 1/4 the cost of Avons and are DOT rated. Running race tires on the street is not a smart move IMHO.

[Mark IV]

Avon CR6ZZ tires are DOT rated.

[desgros@vtlink.]

Michelin 215-70 X15 have served me well and nicely fill the wheel wells.


John
ERA #3010 Slabside 289 BRG

[bcrumpley]

Originally Posted by desgros@vtlink.

Michelin 215-70 X15 have served me well and nicely fill the wheel wells.


John
ERA #3010 Slabside 289 BRG

I wish the Michelins were offered in a size larger than 225/70-15. I'm trying to decide what to use on my 427 street car with Sunbursts, but afraid that they might be one or two sizes too narrow.

[tortuga]

Originally Posted by jstinson

I just purchased my 1st Cobra. SPF Sport Model # 633. It needs new tires. Current tires are Dunlap GT Qualifires Ft: P255/60 R15 R: P275/60 R15. The front tires rub on the fender a little in a sharp turn. So I'm thinking I should go down to P245 width.

Two tire stores are recommending either Cooper Cobra, or BF Goodrich Radial T/A.

Recommendations? Also can I go to a smaller width on the front and still use the same rims?

Im happy with the coopers, you can toss them around, they wear good and are cheap...

[fastd]

I honestly have limited success posting pictures. If I get them posted, they are usually upside down.