Re: (ET) E-15 rear tires

[Jim Coate <lists freerangeelectric com>]

I'd go 4-ply if possible. I do have limited stock of made in USA tires. 
If budget permits, I'd suggest replacing both back tires at the same 
time to have matching geometry and flexibility.

However... 45 year old tires are really stiff and hard to remove. 
Getting the bead to break and removing the tire with hand irons is quite 
a workout. You may want to pay a local tire place to use their tire 
machine to change the tire(s) for you, and if doing so may be most 
expedient to go with whatever tire they offer.

On 07/04/2019 8:01 am, jim donovan via Elec-trak wrote:
> Hey all
>
> Interesting things do happen.  My 1973 E-15 blew one rear tire
> yesterday.  Went dead flat in moments.  Part of my issue could be that
> the tire still has the Elec-Trak stamp on it - would not be surprised
> if it dates back to 1973 but I have owned it since the very early
> 1990's.
>
> Any group thoughts on replacement 23x9.5x12 tires?  I can get a
> two-ply locally but am concerned if I should have a higher ply.
>
> Thoughts appreciated.
>
> Jim
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