wheels & tires

[David J.]

Where is the best place to have KO wheels restored? Also, Where can I find factory reproduction tires for my 1966. It came with 7.75/15 Goodyear Gold lines.Thanks David

[Joe L.]

Re: wheels & tires

David------

If my recollection is correct, I think that Dennis Portka in Hamburg, NY is considered one of the best KO wheel restorers out there. He's also the horn restorer extraordinaire. I think that he advertises in the Driveline.

As far as tires go, you can obtain reproductions of the 7.75-15 Goodyear Power Cushion gold stripe tires from Kelsey Tire of Camdenton, MO (www.kelseytire.com). Their tires are also available through any Goodyear franchised dealer.

[Eugene B.]

Re: wheels & tires

David & Joe,
I am considering these tires for my '65. Here is a question that may be important for both of us.

Do I remember correctly (from a previous posting) that the Goodyear reproduction will or will not fit inside the mid-year tire tub? If the originals did, I can see any reason the repop won't unless the mold has been changed.

I realize that I will have to replace the long bolts that hold the lid in place.

Thanks for any additional insight.

Regards,
Gene

[Mike M.]

Re: wheels & tires

The Good Year Gold lines fit in my tire tub. Tight but no problem. Mike

[Nicholas L.]

Re: wheels & tires

I heard Dennis Portka stopped doing wheel restorations. Not positive. He restored my horns about ten years ago and he is top notch.