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  • Ethan M.
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    • December 4, 2013
    • 27

    1959 Corvette Polyester Tire Question

    I am a newbie 59 Vette owner (just got it about a month ago), and newbie 'classic car' owner. I was finally able to take my Vette out this weekend for my first long afternoon drive (beautiful warm weather in VA this weekend). Anyway, I have nylon tires on my car, the handing on turns was a bit 'slippery'. Does changing to radials make for better handling? Would anyone suggest wider tires in the rear? How much wider? Any suggestions on tires? Best price? Best tires?

    Thank you in advance.
  • John H.
    Beyond Control Poster
    • December 1, 1997
    • 16513

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    Re: 1959 Corvette Polyester Tire Question

    Originally posted by Ethan Morris (59266)
    I am a newbie 59 Vette owner (just got it about a month ago), and newbie 'classic car' owner. I was finally able to take my Vette out this weekend for my first long afternoon drive (beautiful warm weather in VA this weekend). Anyway, I have nylon tires on my car, the handing on turns was a bit 'slippery'. Does changing to radials make for better handling? Would anyone suggest wider tires in the rear? How much wider? Any suggestions on tires? Best price? Best tires?

    Thank you in advance.
    Ethan -

    What you describe is typical of the old bias-ply tires; a set of 205/75-15 radials will literally transform the driving experience.

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