So, who is hoarding all the jeep tires ?
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So, who is hoarding all the jeep tires ?
I have seen Barns and warehouses filled top to bottom with new (old) jeep tires, but never see any for sale on here. I remember when they were 50.00 each.
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Re: So, who is hoarding all the jeep tires ?
Old jeep tires are a thing of the past!
They are hard, cracked and have little life left in them.
While you are going to spend a lot more money you are going to get a much better life and performance.
If correctness is not important to you then look at a set of
LT 215-85 R16 winter tires.
Been riding a set for 15 years on three separate jeeps.
Fil Bonica
They are hard, cracked and have little life left in them.
While you are going to spend a lot more money you are going to get a much better life and performance.
If correctness is not important to you then look at a set of
LT 215-85 R16 winter tires.
Been riding a set for 15 years on three separate jeeps.
Fil Bonica
K1ABW
Re: So, who is hoarding all the jeep tires ?
Old original tire are not safe to use other that on a trailer queen used for shows. They are all dry rotted and as Fil said, hard as a rock. The compound is so hard that traction is like steel on pavement or ice on ice. You still see people selling them "with plenty of tread left" but they will stand up on their own with no air in them they are so hard and that is no exaggeration.
1964 M151A1
1984 M1008
1967 M416
04/1952 M100
12/1952 M100- Departed
AN/TSQ-114A Trailblazer- Gone
1984 M1008
1967 M416
04/1952 M100
12/1952 M100- Departed
AN/TSQ-114A Trailblazer- Gone
Re: So, who is hoarding all the jeep tires ?
I see your points. I never go over 40 mph very often. As long as the tires were always stored inside and new, I will use them. I insist on correct military tires. (looks better) imo
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Re: So, who is hoarding all the jeep tires ?
Your life is more important.
Go buy a set of current production NDCC tires.
Going to cist you some extra money but in the long run you will be ahead.
Fil Bonica
Go buy a set of current production NDCC tires.
Going to cist you some extra money but in the long run you will be ahead.
Fil Bonica
K1ABW
Re: So, who is hoarding all the jeep tires ?
Being stored inside isn't a qualifier for an old stock tire being kept well. Take the advice. With tires, no amount of skill or finesse is going to prevent problems when they occur. Spending a few more bucks on new tires is money well spent...and the life you save might not necessarily be your own.
Jeep trailers are another story altogether but large trailers also need good tires.
I was a cop for 30 years and handled many accidents, often caused by someone thinking they were being clever by saving a nickel or two. Some of those equipment-related accidents were entirely preventable. Some cost people their lives.
TJ
Jeep trailers are another story altogether but large trailers also need good tires.
I was a cop for 30 years and handled many accidents, often caused by someone thinking they were being clever by saving a nickel or two. Some of those equipment-related accidents were entirely preventable. Some cost people their lives.
TJ
Re: So, who is hoarding all the jeep tires ?
Hey Fil, What brand is your LT215 tire ? Seabee
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Re: So, who is hoarding all the jeep tires ?
Cooper Discoverer LT215-85. R16
They are anout 15 years old and have been on three different jeeps during that time.
Fil Bonica
They are anout 15 years old and have been on three different jeeps during that time.
Fil Bonica
K1ABW
Re: So, who is hoarding all the jeep tires ?
I have the same type of tire as Fil has on my A2, quieter, softer ride.I have NDT tires from the early 70's(tire marked as such) which I think might be on the151, which is only driven 20--30 MPH.The tire man told me don't drive high speed with them.Think I'll do some tire swapping
mark
1968 m274A5
1960 m151
1981 m151A2
1964 m416
1971 m416
1968 m274A5
1960 m151
1981 m151A2
1964 m416
1971 m416
Re: So, who is hoarding all the jeep tires ?
Thanks, Fil, I appreciate it. Seabee
1971 M151A2 MUTT , M416 trailer
NMCB 62, Delta Co.,BU2, Gulfport, MS Home Port
VFW 3838, American Legion 63
Seabee Association of America LM , NMCB 62 Assoc.
"Performance Under Fire" US Navy Seabees '69-'72
National Assoc. of Atomic Veterans/ Amchitka
SEMO University Vet Corp Alumni
MVPA#32091
NMCB 62, Delta Co.,BU2, Gulfport, MS Home Port
VFW 3838, American Legion 63
Seabee Association of America LM , NMCB 62 Assoc.
"Performance Under Fire" US Navy Seabees '69-'72
National Assoc. of Atomic Veterans/ Amchitka
SEMO University Vet Corp Alumni
MVPA#32091
Re: So, who is hoarding all the jeep tires ?
I also have the opinion that "jeep tires" are perfectly ok for knocking around in town when the weather is good and the speeds are kept low. But the street isn't the intended home for NDCs and NDCCS. Bottom line, if you decide to run "jeep tires" run good ones that are new-made and be aware of and respect their limitations.
Re: So, who is hoarding all the jeep tires ?
Points well taken. I wonder how many of us have 10 to 40 year old tires on our Mutts, I know I am not alone here.
Re: So, who is hoarding all the jeep tires ?
I did for one week until I realized there was zero traction and I bought new tires!
1964 M151A1
1984 M1008
1967 M416
04/1952 M100
12/1952 M100- Departed
AN/TSQ-114A Trailblazer- Gone
1984 M1008
1967 M416
04/1952 M100
12/1952 M100- Departed
AN/TSQ-114A Trailblazer- Gone
Re: So, who is hoarding all the jeep tires ?
Zactly. Get a good tire that suits your needs.