Where exactly in NC are they located? I may want to take a drive down to
get my new wheels personally there ahd have them mount the tires as well.
tom
> [Original Message]
> From: Alex Superak <asuperak@nc.rr.com>
> To: <healeys@autox.team.net>; Andy Schwarz <aschwarz11@comcast.net>
> Date: 8/19/05 8:37:32 AM
> Subject: Re: Tire Aging & Replacement
>
> Hello Andy,
>
> I have just replaced my Michelin ZX 175R15 tires on my Healey. The tires
> were just over 5 years old,and I decided to replace them. I went to
Hendrix
> Wire Wheels,
> and discussed what type and brand of tire that was available. Allen
> recommended
> Gillett Widetrack Radials. They are 165R15 86 with a speed rating of "T"
and
> treadwear of 280
> (both are rated higher than the ZX). But best of all they are half the
cost
> of the ZX.
> As far as the height of the tires, Allen placed both side by side and I
> was unable to observe any difference in height.
>
> I have put on about 500 miles on various types of roads, from country
> winding to 80 mph on the interstate and have no regrets.
> The tires and Healey preformed excellent in all conditions.
>
> I was also impressed on the mounting process that Hendrix Wire Wheel uses
> when installing the tires. It is a time consuming process from "prepping
the
> new tires " to "shaving"
> and "true" the wheels.
>
> Hendrix WW are true professionals, the time and attention to detail are
> unequaled. I wouldn't go anyplace else.
>
> You can check them out at www.hendrixwirewheel.com
>
>
>
> Alex
> BJ8 34180 (Born on 10 DEC 1965)
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