Yes, that is a fact. But, I already use tubes. You would also have to use them, if you are going to install the original type wire wheels, which I believe were made by "Motor Rim" in Detroit. I don't think Kelsey Hayes was the vendor for the original wheels, so I don't know about them. Best to ask the supplier. Dick Benjamin ----- Original Message ----- From: Douglas Gilfillan <doug_g55@xxxxxxxxxxx> To: <mailing-list@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx> Sent: Thursday, April 25, 2002 9:54 AM Subject: IML: KELSEY HAYES WIRE WHEELS 4 the 1955 Imperial > Howdy: Is it true that if I were to install the Kelsey Hayes wire wheels on my 1955 Imperial that you would have to use tubes? Or maybe, I should just leave the whitewalls on the car and be happy with that? Just a thought.....Doug/Beverly Hills, California