C2 Repro tire sizing

[Dave B.]

There have been several discussions about the current repro bias ply tires not fitting the spare tire tubs. I was recently made very aware of the issue when I purchased a 775x15 Firestone which would not fit. Yesterday I picked up an older repro at Carlisle which fits fine. The diameter difference between the two tires is an inch - I can't believe it!

My question to this board is if I purchase the current repros that are available for driving and judging purposes, will I run into an clearance problems on the car itself - it's a '65 roadster.

Thanks,

Dave Brown

[John H.]

Re: C2 Repro tire sizing

Dave -

You shouldn't encounter any clearance problems at all with any 7.75-15 tire (or with any 205/75-15 radial either).