What happened to white sidewall tires?
Most whitewall tires are now sold on the modified car market and at specialty outlets for car enthusiasts. Most hot rods, low riders, and custom cars will most likely be equipped with whitewall tires. Whitewall tires were replaced by black walls.
Can you get white tires?
Coker Tire’s new production line of All White tires will feature the most authentic shade of white, and come with a four-year limited warranty on the materials and workmanship. Coker Tire offers All White tires in many clincher and straight-side sizes, in the Firestone, Coker and G&J brand.
What was the point of white walls?
The side walls of tires were a fairly generous color of white, and manufacturers used white letters to visually break up a large sidewall, giving it a more athletic look. Tires evolved with shorter sidewalls, and in doing so, steering response was largely improved and free space became more available for large brakes.
When did white wall tires go away?
White wall tires, also known as white side wall tires, were a common feature in earlier cars. These tires were known for having a stripe or entire sidewall of white rubber. Used from roughly 1900 to the mid-1970s, this style of tire was featured prominently on nearly every major automobile.
How wide is a 6.70 tire?
Tires that are sized 6.70-15 have a section width of 6.7 inches and wheel diameter of 15 inches.
When did tires go from white to black?
Then, in 1910, B.F. Goodrich used a substance called “carbon black” in the manufacturing process. This formula strengthened the rubber, which was quite important considering the condition of the roads back then. When mixed with the raw materials, the carbon black caused the tire to be black.
Do they make white tires for cars?
Coker Tire offers All White tires in many clincher and straight-side sizes, in the Firestone, Coker and G&J brand. The All White Firestone automobile tires include smooth and Non-Skid tread patterns, while the Firestone motorcycle tires include the Non-Skid tread and the racing tread patterns.
Did car tires used to be white?
Originally, tires were off-white in color, due to the color of the natural rubber formula. Tire manufacturers then added zinc oxide to the formula, which gave the tires a brighter white appearance. White tires were not a status symbol or aesthetic feature—it was just how the tires were produced.
Why do my Firestone tires have vent marks in the whitewall?
The whitewalls, redlines and redlines are molded into the tire, not added on after the tires are made. Many of the Firestone whitewalls have raised lettering on them. Since the whitewall cannot be buffed smooth due to the lettering, the tire will have mould vent marks in the whitewall; this is normal and NOT a warranty issue.
What kind of tires does Firestone make?
We’re proud to announce the new Firestone Wide Oval Radial tire, a product that will bridge the gap between authentic bias ply tires and modern radials. Designed and manufactured in the USA, using new molds and materials, this tire features authentic sidewall markings and tread pattern, with radial construction.
Are Firestone tires tubeless or tubeless?
Authentic Firestone lettering in the whitewalls. Actual whitewall tire, not added after the tire is made. US DOT and ECE approved where applicable. All 13 to 15″ tires are tubeless. 16″ tires and up require tubes.
How do I contact Firestone vintage tire specialists?
Email or call 1 (800) 251-6336 and our Vintage Tire Specialists will assist you. The wait is over! We’re proud to announce the new Firestone Wide Oval Radial tire, a product that will bridge the gap between authentic bias ply tires and modern radials.