I'm also running 185/70r13 Enduro , I have no rubbing problem. Thats on a 74. I
think they would be a problem on a 63 though, anyone have any info on that?
THnx
Pat
63 Spitfire
74 Spitfire
68 Chevy C10
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"Mostrom, Paul" wrote:
> Frank,
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> I currently have 185/70 r13 - Continentals on stock wheels on my '77. I hope
> soon to move up to 205/60 13 - Shimitomos. I wouldn't expect that putting
> 165/80 13s would be a problem. Look carefully at the fender wells for
> rubbing/scuff marks. Have the springs been replaced to lower the ride height?
> Someone may need to correct me, but I believe that specs are 4" on a '79,
> (better check your manual). Also check the a-arms, top and bottom, to make
> sure something isn't bent and make sure the hubs and wheels run true. To
> check them out, jack up each front wheel, spin it and see if there is a
> noticeable wobble.
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> Noise may also come from the wheels bearings or brake pads. When driving the
> car slowly, in a straight line, gently move the steering wheel side to side
> and listen for rumbling (bearing) or scuffing (brake pads). If you hear noise
> when you turn one direction and not the other there is probably a bad bearing
> on the side opposite the turn (the side with the load). If the bearings are
> loose, this can cause the brake pads to cause a scuffing sound when the car is
> turned. Pack the bearings with grease and adjust them.
>
> Hope this helps.
>
> Thanks,
> Paul Mostrom
> '77 Spitfire 1500
> '80 Ford F-100 (Triumph Support Vehicle)
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> 'Black holes, where God divided by zero......'
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> -----Original Message-----
> From: Tep735 [mailto:Tep735@email.msn.com]
> Sent: Sunday, January 30, 2000 6:35 PM
> To: spitfires@autox.team.net
> Subject: Wrong size tires...
>
> This is my first Spitfire as well as my first restoration and I made an
> amateur mistake. When I went to buy tires for my Spit I took the size from
> the tires that were already on the car from the previous owner. The size was
> 165/80 R13. The size I learned now in supposed to be 155 / R13. The front
> tires seem to be binding somewhere when the wheels are turned sharply. I
> don't know where they are binding but when I find out I'll let you know.
> Anyone have any suggestions???
>
> Frank
> Tep735@msn.com
> 79 Spit- In restoration
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