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Re: The redlines are here!

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Subject: Re: The redlines are here!
From: James Sudduth <james.sudduth@autodesk.com>
Date: Wed, 29 Jan 1997 09:41:50 -0800
At 04:47 PM 1/29/97 GMT, you wrote:
>TRIPHSTEVE@AOL.COM wrote:
>> 
>> Hello list-
>> 
>> Can anyone tell me the best source for Michelin red line tires for a TR
>250?
>> I have previously purchased them from Coker for a TR6, but have since been
>> told they are no longer remaking the tire. Is anyone else?
>> 
>> Any redline substitutes that look close to original? Cost? Suggestions?
>> 
>> Thanks in advance.
>> 
>> Steve Thornton
>> Bowling Green, KY
>
>>steve, i've kept a website address for a source of remoulded redlines.
>>it's "www.classicar.com". i haven't bought anything yet, but i've kept
>>the address for when i get ready. then i'll be comparing them to coker.
>>also, hemmings news lists many tire manufacturers for classic cars. good
>>luck!
>
>>tom 76 tr6 cf56542
>
>Steve and Tom,
>
>I just met the Airborne delivery guy at the door with my new redlines from
>Antique Automotive Accessories.  205/70 Michelins that are remolded with a
>redline and a nice tread.  They look great!  I can't wait for spring to get
>them on.  A friend of mine up here also bought a set for his TR250 currently
>undergoing a total restoration.  Unfortunately they were running a sale on
>them that ended on December 31st but I think they're still worth it at
>$99/ea.  Give John at AAA a call at 1-800-742-6777.  
>
>Joe Merone
>South Burlington, VT
>TR6  CF18928
>

Hi Joe:

Are these the same actual composition and tread type as the original
redlines, or are they newer Michelins with a red line?

Thanks,
Jim
Jim Sudduth
jims@autodesk.com
'74 TR6 CF20076U
Berkeley, California USA


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