Baxter/Jeff:
I agree with most of what Jeff Snook said about tires, however I am not
convinced that radials are 'stickier' than bias ply tires. I think they are
just different. I drove radials for years. First Goodyear Eagles, then BFG
R-1s. I loved them. When I switched to bias ply tires I scared the shit out
of myself, and I did not like them! However, I learned to use them, and agree
with Jeff's description. Bias ply tires let go sooner, but grab again. When
radials let loose...that's it. I also agree that after you get used to that
characteristic, they are fun to drive.
Truth be told I believe radial tires are safer. What really drove the point
home for me, is when I switched from bias ply to radial tires on my 1950 Chevy
ONE TON Panel Truck tow vehicle. The difference in handling was incredible.
I believe radials are safer. You guys don't know it, but the most EXCITING
part of any race week end for me is the trip to and from the track. If you
tow with a 1950 Chevy ONE TON Panel Truck tow vehicle, you have to plan your
stops (1950 brakes), and when you hit a bump, you are never sure which
direction you're going to be going when you come back down.
Bill Dentinger
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