new tires

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Garm
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new tires

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Got new tires yesterday. Old ones were pretty crackly. I went with a 60 series height;
I like the lower profile and the 70's looked a little fat to me (just personal preference).

These will do nicely as I work on the rest of the car and decide what wheels I really really want.

Very responsive, super nice grippy tire. VERY good price.
I am a shop and I can usually beat prices, even from TireRack. (/shameless plug)
Works really well wet and dry, stiff sidewall, great for street, canyon or even autocrossing.

SUMITOMO HTR A/S PO1
185/60/14


Photographing tires is a little tough, but here are a few:

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1969 Roadster 1600-ish #26244 "Spike"
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Plug noted, let's talk. LOL
I have the 70 series Sumitomo but may be time to replace.

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I like your Cammo paintjob Garm.
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Re: new tires

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hey there's an idea..... just need more colors.
1969 Roadster 1600-ish #26244 "Spike"
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OS GIKEN LSD $1720
AASCO light flywheels $398.95
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I guess it depends where you intend to drive. Pick your pattern:
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that looks like about 3 weeks of painting by the numbers. could be fun.
1969 Roadster 1600-ish #26244 "Spike"
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OS GIKEN LSD $1720
AASCO light flywheels $398.95
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