Why BF Goodrich

[rumblefish360]

I prefer the Cooper Cobra's over the BF Goodrich and they even have the white lettering if you so desire. Personal I have mine black side out, but wheatever floats your boat.

I also like and run the Coopers Cobra. Good traction, long tread life, decent drivers for sure.

The BFG’s were popular due to there , for then, good grip on turns and street. Not a hot shot tire like today’s rubber, but much better than the other offerings. They felt good riding down the road and they also had a good tv campaign going on. They likened the tire to new sneakers. The sneakers were on a athletic set of legs running around and jumping and... you get the picture.

I didn’t think they were bad for the time. Not one bit. They do have a lower tread wear rating vs the Coopers.

 

[themechanic]

One other reason to go with BFG RWL tires is they are one of the few that make a 295/50-15, Radial. By order of price we have Cooper, Mastercraft, Mickey Thompson, Coker BFG, Hoosier and BFG. There may be other brands that make black wall 295/50-15, Radial but I prefer RWL tires on a classic muscle car.

 

[Desotojohn]

Why and when did everyone in the Mopar hobby start using BF Goodrich tires?? Everywhere you look there they are. Even my RR has them on it. Just curious.

I just bought a 1964 Sport Fury. Needs a lot of TLC, but I plan to run B.F Goodrich tires on it. Back in the day, I used air shocks on the rear to get a rear up posture. What's popular today?
BTW, if I run 15" tires, how large can I go on the rear and not have issues?
John

 

[toolmanmike]

I just bought a 1964 Sport Fury. Needs a lot of TLC, but I plan to run B.F Goodrich tires on it. Back in the day, I used air shocks on the rear to get a rear up posture. What's popular today?
BTW, if I run 15" tires, how large can I go on the rear and not have issues?
John

Just get the proper leaf springs. Lots of B body guys run Super Stock springs for a little extra height. You can order new springs from Espo Springs and Things in stock, 1 and 2" over height.

 

[ckessel]

I just bought a 1964 Sport Fury. Needs a lot of TLC, but I plan to run B.F Goodrich tires on it. Back in the day, I used air shocks on the rear to get a rear up posture. What's popular today?
BTW, if I run 15" tires, how large can I go on the rear and not have issues?
John

It will depend on the wheel backspacing. My car, with the 15x8 Welds on a 4" or so back space,had no issues with the 275/50-15 Coopers even with it being lowered.