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Old Jul 9, 2011 | 06:13 PM
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replace tires and wheels

didn't realize it but taking 10 years to complete my 56 turns out my tires aren't worth a dam. I guess the atmosphere ruins the tires. Have about 1,000 miles and need to replace them. Tires say 235/60x15 and 275/60x15 on them (whatever that means) Want to get Stainless or may Al wheels because it is stored in a garage that needs a new floor and does get damp (my current chrome have rusted). Any suggestion or picture of what you guys have used would be appreciated. I guess it I had to do it all over again I would have made good tires my last purchase abut they really khave fallen cracked just sitting around. Have always appreciated this site.
 
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Old Jul 9, 2011 | 08:22 PM
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Yes, rubber dry rots and gets 'ozoned' out (it loses elasticity) over time.

If you have a damp storage garage, I would expect that rusty wheels are the least of your issues - are your brake lines holding up OK?
 
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Old Jul 10, 2011 | 12:28 AM
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Good point. Did have trouble with brakes on rear and had to replace some parts. Will check.
 
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