White walls for '65

gerg · Posted: Sun Jun 25, 2006 7:36 pm Post subject: White walls for '65

So I searched a bit and did not see what I was looking for. I am planning the tire purchase for my '65 resto and I'd like white walls, but I'd like to make sure I get the type that were original to the car. I mean, from a 'size of the white wall' itself perspective. I am not a fan of really WIDE white walls, but what size was correct? Or were they not really used but maybe put on by dealers as an option?
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'60 Singlecab

fonzy · Posted: Sun Jun 25, 2006 8:00 pm Post subject:

as far as I know they were available from the factory... Coker tires makes two different size whitewall patterns and has the most abundant selection to choose from. You would want thier 165 with the 3 inch whitewall, not the 4 inch. They aren't too cheap but they are also available in bias ply as well as radial. hope this helps
Good luck!
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67 Florida Deluxe · Posted: Sun Jun 25, 2006 8:09 pm Post subject:

You can see an original Dunlop 560-15 on my Bahama Blue '65. The whitewall measures 1 7/8" from the rim. Coker offers either a thinner whitewall or 2 1/4", like I have on my '56. Personally, I like the 1 7/8". It looks really good w/out being too fat. However, I dont know of any manufacturer that makes this size whitewall. Coker seems to be the "next best thing".

-kent

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gerg · Posted: Sun Jun 25, 2006 8:09 pm Post subject:

Thanks Fonzy!

I have seen Coker's selection - just did not know how wide the white should be. I'd hoped for 2" or less.
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'65 Vert
'60 Singlecab

67 Florida Deluxe · Posted: Sun Jun 25, 2006 8:10 pm Post subject:

Here's my '56 for comparison...

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A few of my toys, past and present
'56 Oval, '66 KG Conv't, '67 21-Window, '67 Bug, '79 SuperVert, '55 Pre-A Continental

gerg · Posted: Sun Jun 25, 2006 8:23 pm Post subject:

Thanks for the pics 67 FD! I like the narrower white wall for sure. I suppose all white walls at that time started at the rim, not like the newer ones you see with some black rubber between the rim and the inner edge of the white wall?

Thanks again!
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'65 Vert
'60 Singlecab

KantDriveFast · Posted: Sun Jun 25, 2006 8:26 pm Post subject:

House · Minutia Militia Joined: June 13, 2001 Posts: 1770

I would pick the 1" myself, I think they look better on a "newer" car.
They are only a little smaller than the original ones.
Here is a factory press photo from 66, showing the smaller version:

gerg · Posted: Mon Jun 26, 2006 12:53 am Post subject:

House - that is the size I'd like to run. I suppose they would have been '65 too.
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'65 Vert
'60 Singlecab

House · Minutia Militia Joined: June 13, 2001 Posts: 1770

Yes, I believe so.
Here is a pic of the 3/4" WW 165R15 BF Goodrich Radials from Coker.

Here is a pic of the 1" WW 560-15 Firestone Bias Plys from Coker. (More correct)

Juan · Posted: Mon Jun 26, 2006 1:10 pm Post subject:

Damn, those are nice.
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67 Florida Deluxe · Posted: Mon Jun 26, 2006 1:24 pm Post subject:

I'm curious as to what puts the identical dents in the same spot on two different cars (???)

Here is a pic of the 1" WW 560-15 Firestone Bias Plys from Coker. (More correct)

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'56 Oval, '66 KG Conv't, '67 21-Window, '67 Bug, '79 SuperVert, '55 Pre-A Continental

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mdwman · Posted: Tue Jun 27, 2006 4:07 pm Post subject:

My '64 has the original Continental spare in the trunk and it has the 1" whitewall. I'm saving my pennies for 4 more like it came from the dealer.
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64customs · Posted: Tue Jun 27, 2006 4:25 pm Post subject:

mdwman · Posted: Tue Jun 27, 2006 6:30 pm Post subject:

Here are pics of my '64 OG spare. Hope they came onto this post; if not check the gallery.

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mdwman · Posted: Tue Jun 27, 2006 6:36 pm Post subject:

Rats, I always have a hard time getting pics in here. It is a continental tire and the size is 5.60-15. The tire model name must be Schlauchlos. Hope this helps. Other pics in the gallery.
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KantDriveFast · Posted: Tue Jun 27, 2006 9:31 pm Post subject:

jhicken · Posted: Wed Jun 28, 2006 10:14 am Post subject:

Here's my '79 wit the Coker 3/4" Goodrich Radials

I really like the tires. I've got no comlaints and would buy another set in a heartbeat. Actually I wouldn't have anything else on my car unless someone starts making repro Michelins with the 1/2" WW [original to my car].

-jeffrey
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