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What is the collective wisdom for the best tyre choice for my SWB Ulsteroid?
Running standard 3.50 x 19" and for road use with occasional possible track days and Driving Tests?
Blockleys / Longstones / Cheng Shin / Avon?
Experiences appreciated!
Pressure recommendations?
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Location: Llandrindod Wells
Car type: 29 Special, 30 RK, 28 C Cab
Hi Bob
You’ll probably get as many recommendations as there are types of tyres and maybe a consensus might emerge?
I’ve got Longstones on my RK and although I’ve not done many miles they seem to perform well and look the part.
I needed a cheap set of tyres to put on my special as I was building it so that I could wheel it around and check clearances between mudguards etc. I bought some Mitas H2O tyres which I quite like the look of although they may not suit a saloon. I have little expectation of longevity as the rubber seems quite soft (they are motorcycle tyres really). So far they seem quite grippy and hold the road acceptably.
I guess you pays your money and takes your chance!
Cheers
Howard
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I use Longstones and run between 28-32lb.
Very happy with them on the road and track and they look good as well
c
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Location: Suffolk
Blockleys here. Very pleased with look and roadholding. Currently a bit cheaper than the Longstones.
Suffolk, UK
1925 Chummy
1934 Box
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Currently Blockley a lot cheaper than Longstone, but not as much tread to start with as the Longstone.
Nice looking vintage tread pattern on both.
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Location: Bala North Wales
Car type: 1933 RP Standard Saloon
I put a set of Mitas tyres on my RP saloon shortly after I had it. Yes, they are quite 'grippy', but only lasted about 4000 miles. I replaced them with a set of Avon Triple Duties. 6000 miles and they still have plenty of tread. I have noticed that they are quite hard and are sensitive to tyre pressures. I am currently running them at 22lbs/sq in all round which seems to suit. They also have a tendency to accentuate the car's tendency to bump steer compared with the Mitas but this is not a problem if the pressures are not too high. Too much pressure and the car and the ride is harsh and the car is all over the road like a frightened rabbit at speed (above 45mph).
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Oh lord, here we go again...
Used Avons since time began; no complaints from me & they last forever.
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17-12-2020, 10:51 AM
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Taking the risk of boring you more Chris, what pressure please?
That because I use Avons too...
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20 - 22 psi Renaud - no problem!
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Avon sidecar TT - my 50 year old new-old-stock ones are identical in feel to the new pair I've just bought. Still made in UK.
