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Subject:Re: Another Tire Q
From:David Schwarze
Date:Wed, 17 Apr 1996 13:56:31 -0500 (CDT)

John T. Croteau writes:
> 
> Ok, here is another tire question for you guys.
> 
> I need new tires for my '72 Safare.  Primarily for this 3000 mile trip.
> What make/model tire should I purchase that works well on later model busi?
> 
> Specs: '72 Safare Custom Camper
>        '77 2000cc F.I Engine
> 	80% Highway Driving

I bought some 205-70HR14's for about $100/pair.  The HR rating results
in really stiff sidewalls (felt stiffer than load range D to me) and
they handle absolutely great.  I have no regrets, other than I think I
will go with 215-70 or 205-75 in back next time to get a little more
ground clearance.

-David

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David Schwarze                   '73 VW Safare Custom Camper       (Da Boat)
Dallas, Texas, USA               '73 Capri GT 2800                (Da Beast)
e-mail: ddes@anet-dfw.com        '87 Mustang Lx 5.0          (13.986@100.81)
http://www.teleport.com/~des     '93 Weber WG-50                  (Da Piano)
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