Guest yesterdays-iron Posted October 31, 2015 Share Posted October 31, 2015 Hello I am looking to buy a set of tires for my 1910 Buick size 30x3 CL I've heard story's of cracks after 2 years and wearing out with in 500 miles.Is this the case with all tires of this size.Which brand would be the best .Thanks for the helpRoger Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wayne sheldon Posted November 9, 2015 Share Posted November 9, 2015 The basic truth is that nearly all the clincher tires are made by the same sub-contractors, I think currently still in Vietnam. I think most of them are made for Coker, regardless of who is selling them, and they have been trying to fix this problem. I haven't had to buy new tires for about ten years, but heard about a year ago that they "hope" the cracking problem was resolved. I have not heard anything definitive since. Since 30X3 were used on the front wheels of brass era Ts, this question is asked a lot in model T circles.Many people say the basic treaded "driver" tires are the best value. A bit cheaper, and wear about as well. Some of us prefer the somewhat more authentic tread or better for early cars smooth tires and just live with the added cost. (Me? I am too broke to buy any right now, and have enough older tires hoarded away to keep me on the road for a few years yet.)I am not sure where the white and gray tires stand right now. They were unavailable for awhile (I like the gray smoothies myself). Best to probably just call Coker and ask. They are good people, and actual Horseless Carriage owners, members, and tourers.W2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest yesterdays-iron Posted November 9, 2015 Share Posted November 9, 2015 That\k you I will call coker and ask them.Thanks againRoger Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RPrice Posted December 11, 2015 Share Posted December 11, 2015 You may want to contact Universal Tires in Hershey too. Lucas tires also sells the Montgomery Ward tires.Rog Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trimacar Posted December 11, 2015 Share Posted December 11, 2015 I bought some all white tires from Coker, 30 x 3, a few years ago. The stock they had at the time was Vietnam made about 15-20 years ago, maybe more. Quite an adventure getting them to fit on clincher rims. So, if you're looking for all white, be careful That said, thank goodness for Coker and other such suppliers, or we couldn't drive our cars at all! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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