Re: IML: Tires & Shocks

["DANIEL LA PLAUNT" <dlaplaunt@xxxxxxx>]

Friends,

I would encourage anyone feeling they have reached a dead end in their hopes 
of securing a radial with correct white wall treatment (document) to contact 
Diamond Back of South Carolina.  We're talk'in what you want for a price.

> From: Chris Hawkins <imperial1966@xxxxxxxxx>
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> Subject: Re: IML: Tires & Shocks
> Date: Mon, 16 May 2005 12:13:04 -0700 (PDT)
>
> I suggest getting the correct wide white bias ply
> tires for your car from Coker.  They will look right
> and ride right.  However, the tires are good for only
> about 15-20K miles and aren't meant for slaloming
> through the cones.
>
> If high mileages or aggressive cornering are
> anticipated you might want to consider radials for
> convenience and durability.  Any good radial will work
> - 235/75 x 15 size.  Downside is the Ride quality is
> not as forgiving as bias ply.  Just be sure they are
> rated for TOURING not for PERFORMANCE, or you will get
> an even harsher ride.  Although you can't get the
> correct ride quality nor whitewall width with radials,
> they certainly handle better and last longer.  You
> pays yer money and makes yer choices.
>
> There is only one choice for shocks: KYB's.  Go here
> for all the info you will need:
>
> http://www.imperialclub.com/Repair/Springs/install.htm
>
> KYB's are sold in many places.  I got mine from
> Performance Suspension Technology.  At that time, they
> were $119 for a set of four.  Free shipping.  Order
> Toll-free: (800) 247-2288.
>
> Happy Motoring,
>
> Chris H.
>
> 66 LeBaron
>
>
>
>
> --- John Longinotti <johnl102@xxxxxxxxxxxxx> wrote:
> > I know this subject has been mulled over in the
> > past, however it was not in my interest at the time.
> > So... I would appreciate any input on what is the
> > best tire size and type of shocks for my ' 61 ' 4
> > dr. Imperial. Also would Kragen, Pep Boys, etc carry
> > these shocks or do I special order. Thanks Johnl
> >
> >
> > Ciao John
>
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