thrapp@noscvax.UUCP (10/18/85)
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I want to find out the of meaning tire and battery specifications,
particularly the specifications that I found in the owner's
manual of my 1967 Buick.
1. Tire. The owner's manual describes the tires as 8.45 X 15.
I have been told that the suspension used is not set up
for radial tires so bias ply tires should be used. One
store said to use G78/15's and one store said to use H78/15's.
Which is correct and what do the numbers and letters stand for?
I assume the 15 is for 15 inch rims. Is the 78 a ratio of
some dimensions? Is the H a larger tire than a G? If so
in what dimensions?
Both stores discussed Kelly Springfield tires for about $200 or
a little more for four tires mounted and balanced. Are these
good tires or should I consider Firestone or Goodyear?
2. Battery. The owner's manual has the following specification
for the battery:
Delco Y71 - 3000 watts @ 0 degrees - 70 amp.
Hrs. @ 20 Hr. Rate
If I buy a sealed battery what exactly are the pertinent
specifications to use? Could I buy a somewhat more powerful
battery than that specified in the owner's manual?
Thank you very much.
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