New Tires

[bluelinehiway 8]

Pulled the 1067 out of the barn yesterday. Started right up and I gave her the once over for Spring. However, the front tires are going flat(original WH brand) are 16 x 5.5 x 8 and I'm having quite the challenge finding tires in this size. Anyone replace their tires with new and what was the new size or a source for this size?

Thanks.

[bowtiebutler956 650]

I used 400x8 tri-ribs. Got them for $40 a pair on Here is a pic.

Matt :flags-texas:

[Sparky-(Admin) 21,293]

I think you can use 16x6.50x8 with no problem. They are only 1" wider. The 5.50's are near to impossible to find, unless you want used tires.

Mike............

[Kelly 1,029]

In the early 70's WH put 16x6.50x8 tires on the same rims, they are a little wide, but do fit, or you can use a 4.80x8 tire you will not find the orig. size new.

[TT-(Moderator) 1,131]

Can they be tubed? :confusion-shrug:

[Butch 194]

Wow! TT is asking a question. Whodathunk?

[TT-(Moderator) 1,131]

Think of it more as a hint. :)

[AMC RULES 37,124]

Think of it more as a hint.

:ROTF:

[bluelinehiway 8]

Thanks for the updates. I went to TSC today to buy the 4.80 tires. Found then for $27.99 and tubes at $7.99. I'm at $36.00 bucks and I still have to change the rims / tires. Found 16 x 6.50 x 8 tires and rims at TSC for $32.99. Wheels had a 1"hole and the WH axle is 3/4". Bought some bushings (3/4" ID and 1" OD) to fix the spacing and withacouple washers per side, fixed the front end for under $ 37.00. Pretty close and I got the rims for free. Properly set up, the new wheels / tires work great.

Time to sharpen the blades and install the cup holder!

[Sparky-(Admin) 21,293]

Time to sharpen the blades and install the cup holder!

And snap us a picture of these new skins!

Mike.............