Interesting tire

[Robin Craig]

No DOT rating does present some problems doesn't it or don't the rest of you care about that detail?

[Bruce Parker (RIP)]

Originally Posted by Robin Craig

No DOT rating does present some problems doesn't it or don't the rest of you care about that detail?

There was a brand called Simex that made 10 ply copies (the exact molds perhaps?) of 'Dunlop Track Grip' S-pattern tires and the tires mentioned here may be a cousin of that brand.

Actually I don't care about DOT rating. For licensing and road driving I of course will run safe, DOT approved legal tires, but I would also have a set of these on rims for when showing the vehicle it its most authentic form matters. If somebody found new made 9.00x16 chevrons I'd be all over them DOT or not.

[rob love]

Company claims on their website that many of their tires will be DOT marked.

Bruce: It sure looks o
like the Simex to me, or the old Dunlop TrakGrips. Whatever the case, I hope this deal comes to fruition. Nothing finishes off a restoration like a correct set of skins or ruins it like a set of modern radials.

[Ryan Harriman]

Originally Posted by rob love

Company claims on their website that many of their tires will be DOT marked.

Bruce: It sure looks o
like the Simex to me, or the old Dunlop TrakGrips. Whatever the case, I hope this deal comes to fruition. Nothing finishes off a restoration like a correct set of skins or ruins it like a set of modern radials.

They told me that these particular tires aren't DOT marked. I have a sample tire coming. If they are of good enough quality I'll bring in a containers worth if you guys don't.
Ryan

[r.morrison]

Gentlemen: A lot of interest and worth while comments have been shown since Rob posted this entry. I will be in contact with the factory this weekend to get all the poop. And your concerns are well taken. Tony brought forth some interesting facts that I remember, when doing business in Oz. All of Tony's concerns will be considered. And the fact that Ryan has ordered in a sample, would help to show all of us what exactly we are buying. DOT or no DOT...we'll get that confirmed in writing. As far as outside groups... "Ferret Groups" etc. getting on board, personally I don't have a problem with that The choice in this case is yours....buy or not to buy! DOT or No DOT. Your choice.
In as much as pricing, I'll see what I can do from my end for Canada/USA, but keeping in mind the rest of the world. If anyone would like to volunteer to be the country contact, please let me know. I know it would be very helpful for the pricing.
Hoping this all goes "according to Hoyle"...Robert

[Ryan Harriman]

I've already confirmed with the factory that they have no DOT rating. I pm'd you my cell number Robert, give me a call on the weekend.

Ryan

Originally Posted by r.morrison

Gentlemen: A lot of interest and worth while comments have been shown since Rob posted this entry. I will be in contact with the factory this weekend to get all the poop. And your concerns are well taken. Tony brought forth some interesting facts that I remember, when doing business in Oz. All of Tony's concerns will be considered. And the fact that Ryan has ordered in a sample, would help to show all of us what exactly we are buying. DOT or no DOT...we'll get that confirmed in writing. As far as outside groups... "Ferret Groups" etc. getting on board, personally I don't have a problem with that The choice in this case is yours....buy or not to buy! DOT or No DOT. Your choice.
In as much as pricing, I'll see what I can do from my end for Canada/USA, but keeping in mind the rest of the world. If anyone would like to volunteer to be the country contact, please let me know. I know it would be very helpful for the pricing.
Hoping this all goes "according to Hoyle"...Robert