Tire Size

Discussion in 'The Bench' started by Paul455, Apr 16, 2024.

  1. Paul455

    Paul455 Well-Known Member

    We want to replace the G60-15 Goodyear Polglass tires on our 1970 gs455 Conv. Want to go with BF Goodrich Radial TA's.
    We have been done with the car show circuit for a while and want to drive the car more. The car is restored to concours original.
    Thinking of 235-60-15 or 245-60-15, think the 245 are close to G-60, but do not want them to rub.
    Will probably look into selling the G-60.
    What is size is the best. I know this has been ask before.
    Thanks in advance
    Paul
     
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  2. Dano

    Dano Platinum Level Contributor

    I've run both & either one will be fine. Have never had a rub w/245's on several cars and was very pleased w/the look of 235's (was definitely questioning that decision prior to installing).
     
  3. john.schaefer77

    john.schaefer77 Well-Known Member

    I run 245's on my '70 and no issues.
     
  4. RoseBud68

    RoseBud68 Well-Known Member

    245's will not rub. I have 255 up front and only rub on full lock turn.
     
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  5. StevieRay

    StevieRay Well-Known Member

    Agree with previous comments. I’m running 255/60 on all four corners on my 71. Mine occasionally rub usually happens on uneven surface turning tight. So I would say you go 245’s.
     
  6. rkammer

    rkammer Gold Level Contributor

    I also say 245s. The orig. G60 Polyglas were 26.5 in diameter and so are the 245s. The 235s are a little shorter at about 26.1.
     
  7. Paul455

    Paul455 Well-Known Member

    245's is what I was leaning towards
    Thanks to all
    Paul
     
  8. Paul455

    Paul455 Well-Known Member

    OK The G60's are up for sale any takers??
    Pauls Wife
     
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  9. hugger

    hugger Well-Known Member

    Inline how much?
     
  10. hugger

    hugger Well-Known Member

    And how old?
     
  11. Dano

    Dano Platinum Level Contributor

    Probably best to start a new thread in the "parts for sale" with tread depths, date codes (& price/location) but do think it's adorable that you made this post:).
     
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  12. BQUICK

    BQUICK Gold Level Contributor

    I like 245/60-15 up front and 255/60-15 rear. Gives a subtle more muscular look......also a little less rpm on the highway vs 245/60.
     
  13. 12lives

    12lives Control the controllable, let the rest go

    Agree with Bruce, but do you want to rotate the tires? Worry about flat tires? Then you need 5 tires the same size. What, me worry? I run 295/50/15 in the rear! Fill up that wheel well!
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  14. Paul455

    Paul455 Well-Known Member

    Once I get more info I will post it, still need to get the new tires first and find someone local that can mount them
    Thanks
     
  15. LARRY70GS

    LARRY70GS a.k.a. "THE WIZARD" Staff Member

    Paul, as already stated, if you want to sell anything, you need to start a separate thread in the Parts For Sale Forum. You can link that thread,here, but you can't sell anything in The Bench.
     
  16. LARRY70GS

    LARRY70GS a.k.a. "THE WIZARD" Staff Member

    Paul, as already stated, if you want to sell anything, you need to start a separate thread in the Parts For Sale Forum. You can link that thread,here, but you can't sell anything in The Bench.
     
  17. copperheadgs1

    copperheadgs1 copperheadgs1

    245 are closest to original
     

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