F60-15 Polyglas Tires

[RusTy/SE]

Would they give a noticeably harsher ride than radials? I'm just wrestling with the idea of getting a set for my R/T SE's first tires. I think they would look cool but i'd rather not rattle my molars just to look cool. My 440-4 auto car has factory torque boxes to which i've added frame connectors; a polyurethane suspension kit is on the way. I've a feeling that I should stick with modern rubber but possibly someone has repro polyglas tires and can give a firsthand account of how they ride on the open road. All feedback appreciated

This is the sort of thing that happens when it takes the better part of three years to finish a project

Russ

[Chryco Psycho]

as far as I am concerned the Polyglass belted tires are great for trailer queens & nothing else , in 70 they were one of the best tires available but Radils were not used at that point , the ride will be terrible & the tires will grab ruts in the road & drag the car around , get some radials instead you will be far happier & if you really want to be different don`t buy BFG junk either

[2TAGS]

I'm a long way away from driving my car but I'm going to put the Polyglas E60-15's back on.  As long as they aren't prone to blow-out I figure I'm going for the full 1971 experience - rattling molars and all!      

[MEK-Dangerfield]

I'm a long way away from driving my car but I'm going to put the Polyglas E60-15's back on.  As long as they aren't prone to blow-out I figure I'm going for the full 1971 experience - rattling molars and all!      

That's the spirit!!         


  Mike   

[70RAG383]

Hey Chryco,

If not BFG, which radials do you recommend?

[Chryco Psycho]

Well this is the problem , BFG has become like Comp cams & is taking over the market but I have seen them with 1/4 " steps in the tread brand new , not even close to round  Dunlop used to be good but they killed the qulifier as no one was buying them , Cooper & Hankook still make them in Muscle car ssizes , there are better speed rated tires available as well too. Nitto makes a great drag radial with direction tread for street use
 Check with Discount Tire direct .com , they offer free shipping to your door 

[MJS73]

If not BFG, which radials do you recommend?

Firestone Firehawk Indy 500

Mike

[Aussie Challenger]

  I'd stay away from polyglass, they were terrible in "the day" especially first thing in the morning, thump thump thump until they warmed up and went round, didn't handle all that well compared with a radial. We here in Australia dumped them fairly quickly because of the above problems.   

[Aussie Challenger]

  Hey if you are happy with the polyglas stick with them, the squarer tread/profile does look better.   

[72hemi]

What about Goodyear Eagle GT II? I haven't used them before but seem like a good choice. 

[Chryco Psycho]

They are a decent tire too , my friend has those on his 67 Coronet

[HP2]

We've covered this extensively before. Check here for a refresher;
http://www.cuda-challenger.com/cc/index.php?topic=41514.0

[RusTy/SE]

Thanks for all the replies everyone, lessons learned. Function preferred over looks, modern radial design it is

Russ

[bb71challenger]

it is such a small amount of difference in ride to get a great look.

Although I can appreciate an original looking car like most, I would phrase it exactly opposite.

 It is such a small amount of difference in look to get a great ride.