[DeTomaso] 15 inch tire question

[Garth Rodericks]

Ed,
   
  The tires you want are Toyo Proxes...
  Front:  Toyo Proxes 4   225/50-15
  Rear:  Toyo Proxes S/T  295/50-15
   
  This is the best tire combination for narrow bodied Panteras with original Campy 
  wheels (7's and 8's or 8's and 10's).  The 295/50-15 tire diameter is almost 
  identical to the stock tire diameter so you're speedometer will be accurate. And 
  the Toyo Proxes S/T's are the only tire in that size available with in an H-rating 
  (130 mph). Tires from the other manufacturers in a 295/50-15 are only S or T 
  speed rated.
   
  The Proxes 4 is a V-rated (149 mph) tire and is the best choice in my opinion 
  for the front of your car.  Toyo does make another V-rated tire suitable for the 
  front that has a tread pattern that's a slightly closer match to the tread 
  pattern on the S/T's, however I feel the Proxes 4 are a better match because 
  the tread blocks at the top of the sidewall are identical to those on the Proxes 
  S/T, so it looks like the same tire in profile. In other words, the tires look like a 
  matched set when the car is viewed from the side. The other tire with the 
  closer tread pattern has a completely different design/pattern for the tread 
  blocks at the sidewall.
   
  Driving Impressions:
  Everything about the Toyos is an improvement over the BF Goodrich Comp and 
  Euro TAs I used to have on my car. The Toyos look great, even on 7s and 8s! 
  Handling is significantly improved, the ride is better, feedback is excellent, and 
  steering effort is lighter. And, cornering limits are definitely higher. 
   
  These are some of the best prices I found on the Toyos:
  Toyo Proxes 4: $72 ea - http://www.ec-securehost.com/OnlineTires.com/Toyo_Proxes_4.html
  Toyo Proxes S/T: $99 ea - http://www.ec-securehost.com/OnlineTires.com/Toyo_ST.html#ToyoST
   
  FWIW, my local Wheel Works store matched the online price (plus $55 shipping charge).
   
  Good luck!
  Garth
  www.banzairunnerpantera.com
   

       
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