NDTs...where can I find old tread? |
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flatfenderwilly
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Posted: 18 Dec. 2014 at 5:21am |
As I am in the process of re doing another 2a, I am searching for 5 new NDTs. Problem is it seems that the new Firestones have a raised lug rather than being smooth. I understand that traction would likely be better, but I want the look that I am accustomed to. Coker tells me the new design is actually more authentic...
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Oilleaker1
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They call the historic looking tires "Pencil Point Tread". Be careful you don't buy tires made of 100 % nylon from India. Summit sells sets of two and three NDT's on Ebay with shipping for very decent prices. STA (Specialty Tires of America) are made in Pennsylvania and are good tires. I've seen historic WW2 pictures of the non pencil point tires like STA's also. If you drive on icy hard packed roads in the winter, NDT's are not what you want. Look for STA Super Traxions for that. Wallace Wade Tires in Tx. also sells the STA brands. For a bigger softer ride, look at the NDCC types. The other choice is modern 215-85 R 16's from local tire stores. John
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Joe Friday
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Those raised lug Firestones are the only period correct Firestone. That extra 2/32 of tread wears away in early life and you get the look you are probably familiar with. They are good tires.
The only true 50 pitch pencil points are the Goodyear's marketed by Kelsey tire. They are available thru Kelsey, Lucas, Coker, Universal, and others. They are pricey, but the only true pencil point with all the correct WWII and early civilian markings. Unless you plan to have your Jeep judged it may be more than you are looking for.
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flatfenderwilly
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Thank you!
Really this unit will be just a nice, mostly accurate driver. I would have liked the smooth tread rather than the raised nubs, but want all new skins. The spare will be the most obvious. Suppose I could wear off nubs, then rotate in the spare... Appreciate the help! Mike |
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