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Original Tire Tread Markings
Can't remember where I read it that someone was applying the original type tread markings (Paint) on reproduction tires.
Anyone remember that? Can you point me in the right direction? Thanks, Mark
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Mark Donnally 2002 Chrysler T & C Minivan (Ol’ Nelly) 322,946 original miles All numbers match...something New carpet and headliner New AC system, blows cold in the winter It ain't for sale so, don't ask |
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Re: Original Tire Tread Markings
Made my own LEEDS stencil for my own tire & then set it on a turntable,using a lot of paint to squeeze into the tread.
I posted a photo many years ago,but can't find it right now. What tire/car/year & assembly plant are you looking for? |
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Re: Original Tire Tread Markings
Mark, is this what you are refering to? These codes can be found in box 93 of the build sheet. I had stamps made for these as well as a turntable to apply them. Note; the stamps were applied before the tire was formed so they go all the way into the tread. VERY time consuming. Code shown is L8DS 1 (used numbers 1-5)
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Re: Original Tire Tread Markings
Here is another angle to show what the font looked like.
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Rick Nelson Musclecar Restoration and Design, Inc www.musclecarrestorationanddesign.com https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=62r-6vgk2_8 specializing in (only real) LS6 Chevelle restorations |
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Re: Original Tire Tread Markings
Thanks for the great pics and info. I'm going to put Kelsey's Goodyear red stripes on my 3rd week May built 69 Camaro. That is, unless I find originals. Seems like Akron is a typically seen plant.
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Mark Donnally 2002 Chrysler T & C Minivan (Ol’ Nelly) 322,946 original miles All numbers match...something New carpet and headliner New AC system, blows cold in the winter It ain't for sale so, don't ask |
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Re: Original Tire Tread Markings
Impressive detail!
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Re: Original Tire Tread Markings
what does that decal indicate?? date, plant, production etc??
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Eddie M MBTMF 68 COPO Camaro 9737 non-converted YENKO 69 YENKO SC Camaro, Hugger Orange - born with engine! |
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Re: Original Tire Tread Markings
Hello enio45,
It was the code assigned to the tire size and style. It was called out on the broadcast sheet on the bottom of the chassis copy . The codes were stamped on the rubber before the tire was molded. Greg
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Re: Original Tire Tread Markings
Wow
That is neat, just checked my build sheet and it calls out L8DS 5. I drive my LS6 but i plan to do the spare tire. Thanks guys
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