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67ChevyRedneck · 02-14-2008, 11:52 PM

Bfg 235/75/r15

69gumby · 02-15-2008, 01:57 AM

Ya know it's all in your taste and style. I like to stay in the stock size range and use the same size on all fours, that way I can rotate and get the most milage out of a set for my money. It seems that these days I get alot more milage than I used to out of a set. Seems like I don't light em up as often. Not sure if it's because of the price or my advancing age.
But man there are so many choices. When you start getting into fat, racing, performance tires and wheels the sky's the limit.

shifty · 02-15-2008, 02:39 AM

I looked my damned truck up and down but I couldn't figure out what brand my tires are! I'll post a picture of them anyway, maybe one of you guys knows

blukangoo · 02-15-2008, 06:48 AM

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Originally Posted by shifty

I looked my damned truck up and down but I couldn't figure out what brand my tires are! I'll post a picture of them anyway, maybe one of you guys knows

Damn you made it hard. Goodyear maybe?

72BLUZ · 02-15-2008, 01:11 PM

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Originally Posted by 72BLUZ

i now have 3 1/2 and 5 drop. just yesterday bought and installed 255/60 15 for the front and 275/60 a15for the rear. i will post pictures tomorrow. the tire are turbo techs. they feel good and handle good

here are the latest pictures with the new tires!

70GMCer · 02-15-2008, 07:30 PM

Everyone runs the BFG's. Nothing wrong with those, but I wanted something different & went back to a good reliable tire from back in the day. They ride great and handle great. Did I mention they look great also. And at a good price. "Uniroyal Tiger Paws". Been around for ever.

jimfulco · 02-16-2008, 10:17 AM

I had BFG T/A's on my '79 Suburban, 255/70-15, for about four years, maybe 20,000 miles or so. Over a period of a few months, three failed drastically, and judging from the bubbles, the fourth one was fixing to go real soon. None had ever seen less than 30psi, and they were never used off-road or with extreme loads. They all had the same serial number on the side, so maybe it was just a bad batch. I decided not to buy any more T/A's after the third one took a dump.

I now have two T/A's on the rear, bought before the third tire failed, and two Yokohama Avid ST's on the front, same size as the old ones. I think the Yokes might be a little better tire, but they're only a year or so old, so the jury's still out.

Diameter is supposed to be 29.1", on 15x8 rallys.

67L30WGN · 02-16-2008, 12:32 PM

Also, Firestone FireHawks Indy 500 275/60/15 on all 4 corners. Great rain traction.

Custom 68 · 02-16-2008, 09:36 PM

lots of good stuff in here guys, now to weed thru this and make a decision.
Does anybody run the occasional drag radial?

Custom 68 · 02-16-2008, 09:43 PM

Does anybody have the occasional rubbing on the front. Mine will hit my inner fender well (I assume) on a dip at a moderate speed? for that reason I thought about the 255 front and 275 rear. Right from the pictures I like the looks of both

72BLUZ · 02-19-2008, 12:10 PM

[QUOTE=Custom 68;2581164]Does anybody have the occasional rubbing on the front. Mine will hit my inner fender well (I assume) on a dip at a moderate speed? for that reason I thought about the 255 front and 275 rear. Right from the pictures I like the looks of both[/QUOTE

i had that problem, just recently changed mine. i went to 255/60 15 for the steer axle and 275/60 15 for the drive axle. only problem i have now is the rear needs dropped another inch and the 15 inch rims are hitting the lower control arm in a sharp turn. all this will be modified soon.

Custom 68 · 02-19-2008, 08:45 PM

Thanks 72BLUZ. They look good. I will have to check to see if I thought I would have clearance problems with the LCA. I ran 255 60-15 on all 4 corners for several years and didnt have any problems but I have chenged my suspension around now so I might.
Your truck looks great.
Dave

Willy Prost · 02-19-2008, 09:54 PM

I am using Uniroyal Tiger Paws 235/75/15. for the most part, my tire brand is used take-offs for $25-35 each mounted/balanced.

...How I got Tiger Paws...

Back betwen 1997-1998, I repalced tires when they weren't legal to pass inspection with used Firestone ATX for 25-35 each mounted and balanced.
I had a set of 4 on the truck when Firestone issued their recall in 1999.

So...I got a set of new Tiger Paws for free! Three are still on the truck today.

Most likely I will replace these Tiger Paws with used tires when these tires wear out to the point that they can't pass inspection.

ChevyC102007 · 02-20-2008, 01:59 AM

Right now I am running General Ameria-Star's 235/75/15 rear 235/70/15 front. They are used but they had some good tread left on them. Only problem is that they have little to no snow traction or lose gravel (Rear end of the truck tries to "walk" around the front when shifting gears.) I am looking at getting a set of Kuhmo Road Venture AT KL78 tires for the truck, where I live having a set of on/off road tires even on a 2wd is a good idea.

Coursey · 02-03-2015, 04:30 PM

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Originally Posted by xmitsu10

I like my BFG Radial TA's too.

What tire size do you have?

How much is the truck lowered?

**RenoKeene** · 02-03-2015, 05:03 PM

This post is 7 years old.

02-14-2008, 11:52 PM	#51
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02-15-2008, 01:57 AM	#52
69gumby Registered User Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Sacramento California Posts: 194	Re: What brand 15 inch tires are you running Ya know it's all in your taste and style. I like to stay in the stock size range and use the same size on all fours, that way I can rotate and get the most milage out of a set for my money. It seems that these days I get alot more milage than I used to out of a set. Seems like I don't light em up as often. Not sure if it's because of the price or my advancing age. But man there are so many choices. When you start getting into fat, racing, performance tires and wheels the sky's the limit. __________________ 69 sweet long fleet, David

02-15-2008, 02:39 AM	#53
shifty Questionable Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Atlanta Posts: 13,376	Re: What brand 15 inch tires are you running I looked my damned truck up and down but I couldn't figure out what brand my tires are! I'll post a picture of them anyway, maybe one of you guys knows Attached Images __________________ If I've got anything up for grabs, it'll be here: 7-hole gauge cluster for a 67-72 p/u FREE (link) I can't check the forum daily. If I don't reply to you within 24 hours, drop me a PM! I'm (hopefully) still alive and will reply faster to a PM.

02-15-2008, 07:30 PM	#56
70GMCer Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Joppa, Maryland Posts: 4,408	Re: What brand 15 inch tires are you running Everyone runs the BFG's. Nothing wrong with those, but I wanted something different & went back to a good reliable tire from back in the day. They ride great and handle great. Did I mention they look great also. And at a good price. "Uniroyal Tiger Paws". Been around for ever. Attached Images __________________ 1997 GMC Sierra Ext 1965 Mustang

02-16-2008, 10:17 AM	#57
jimfulco Registered User Join Date: May 2003 Location: Shreveport LA Posts: 3,170	Re: What brand 15 inch tires are you running I had BFG T/A's on my '79 Suburban, 255/70-15, for about four years, maybe 20,000 miles or so. Over a period of a few months, three failed drastically, and judging from the bubbles, the fourth one was fixing to go real soon. None had ever seen less than 30psi, and they were never used off-road or with extreme loads. They all had the same serial number on the side, so maybe it was just a bad batch. I decided not to buy any more T/A's after the third one took a dump. I now have two T/A's on the rear, bought before the third tire failed, and two Yokohama Avid ST's on the front, same size as the old ones. I think the Yokes might be a little better tire, but they're only a year or so old, so the jury's still out. Diameter is supposed to be 29.1", on 15x8 rallys. Last edited by jimfulco; 02-16-2008 at 10:24 AM.

02-16-2008, 12:32 PM	#58
67L30WGN Registered User Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Burlingame, CA Posts: 96	Re: What brand 15 inch tires are you running Also, Firestone FireHawks Indy 500 275/60/15 on all 4 corners. Great rain traction. __________________ 1972 Cheyenne Super 10 LWB 1965 Nova SS Evening Orchid 1967 Nova Wagon Factory Disc (1 of 565), 327/PG 1964 Ford Fairlane 500 HT 1962 Nash Metropolitan Convertible (Wife's car) Last edited by 67L30WGN; 02-20-2008 at 03:43 AM. Reason: Figured out how to post picture off Picasa

02-16-2008, 09:36 PM	#59
Custom 68 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Springfield, MO Posts: 2,930	Re: What brand 15 inch tires are you running lots of good stuff in here guys, now to weed thru this and make a decision. Does anybody run the occasional drag radial? __________________ Dave 1968 Custom Chevy with turbo charged 5.3 gen III 4l80e swap 1967-71 GMC 3/4 ton long step 4x4 (not sure what year exactly?) "A good friend will bail you out of jail...but a true friend will be sitting next to you saying "that was frekin awesome". "If it doesn't fit force it...If it breaks then it needed to be replaced anyway!"

02-16-2008, 09:43 PM	#60
Custom 68 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Springfield, MO Posts: 2,930	Re: What brand 15 inch tires are you running Does anybody have the occasional rubbing on the front. Mine will hit my inner fender well (I assume) on a dip at a moderate speed? for that reason I thought about the 255 front and 275 rear. Right from the pictures I like the looks of both Attached Images __________________ Dave 1968 Custom Chevy with turbo charged 5.3 gen III 4l80e swap 1967-71 GMC 3/4 ton long step 4x4 (not sure what year exactly?) "A good friend will bail you out of jail...but a true friend will be sitting next to you saying "that was frekin awesome". "If it doesn't fit force it...If it breaks then it needed to be replaced anyway!"

02-19-2008, 12:10 PM	#61
72BLUZ Registered User Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: lafayette, ga. Posts: 832	Re: What brand 15 inch tires are you running [QUOTE=Custom 68;2581164]Does anybody have the occasional rubbing on the front. Mine will hit my inner fender well (I assume) on a dip at a moderate speed? for that reason I thought about the 255 front and 275 rear. Right from the pictures I like the looks of both[/QUOTE i had that problem, just recently changed mine. i went to 255/60 15 for the steer axle and 275/60 15 for the drive axle. only problem i have now is the rear needs dropped another inch and the 15 inch rims are hitting the lower control arm in a sharp turn. all this will be modified soon. __________________ Freedom is never more than one generation away from extinction. We didn't pass it to our children in the bloodstream. It must be fought for, protected, and handed on for them to do the same.... Ronald Reagan

02-19-2008, 08:45 PM	#62
Custom 68 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Springfield, MO Posts: 2,930	Re: What brand 15 inch tires are you running Thanks 72BLUZ. They look good. I will have to check to see if I thought I would have clearance problems with the LCA. I ran 255 60-15 on all 4 corners for several years and didnt have any problems but I have chenged my suspension around now so I might. Your truck looks great. Dave __________________ Dave 1968 Custom Chevy with turbo charged 5.3 gen III 4l80e swap 1967-71 GMC 3/4 ton long step 4x4 (not sure what year exactly?) "A good friend will bail you out of jail...but a true friend will be sitting next to you saying "that was frekin awesome". "If it doesn't fit force it...If it breaks then it needed to be replaced anyway!"

02-19-2008, 09:54 PM	#63
Willy Prost Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2000 Location: Arlington, VA Posts: 398	Re: What brand 15 inch tires are you running I am using Uniroyal Tiger Paws 235/75/15. for the most part, my tire brand is used take-offs for $25-35 each mounted/balanced. ...How I got Tiger Paws... Back betwen 1997-1998, I repalced tires when they weren't legal to pass inspection with used Firestone ATX for 25-35 each mounted and balanced. I had a set of 4 on the truck when Firestone issued their recall in 1999. So...I got a set of new Tiger Paws for free! Three are still on the truck today. Most likely I will replace these Tiger Paws with used tires when these tires wear out to the point that they can't pass inspection.

02-20-2008, 01:59 AM	#64
ChevyC102007 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Emporium,Pa Posts: 248	Re: What brand 15 inch tires are you running Right now I am running General Ameria-Star's 235/75/15 rear 235/70/15 front. They are used but they had some good tread left on them. Only problem is that they have little to no snow traction or lose gravel (Rear end of the truck tries to "walk" around the front when shifting gears.) I am looking at getting a set of Kuhmo Road Venture AT KL78 tires for the truck, where I live having a set of on/off road tires even on a 2wd is a good idea. __________________ "When you were born, you cried and the world rejoiced. Live your life so that when you die, the world cries and you rejoice." [Cherokee saying] 2001 Dodge Ram Sport 1500 4x4. (old ride) 1987 GMC V1500 Sierra Classic ("new" ride)

02-03-2015, 05:03 PM	#66
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