Buying and Fitting of Tyres to 1962 beetle

13 posts · joined Apr 2016 · 4 Jul 2016, 8:07 pm

#1027844

I need 5 new tyres, but don't think just going to any Tyre shop will be able to fit them without damaging the hubcap clips etc.

I am worrying about nothing at all?

Is there a preferred VW tyre fitter in Brisbane?

What are the best tyres for a weekend driver beetle?

Thanks in advance!

kuta Casual Dubber

44 posts · joined Aug 2010 · 10 Jul 2016, 10:47 am

#1027968

These guys are a wealth of knowledge and i'm sure will point you in the right direction in all states of Australia.

http://www.antiquetyres.com.au/

1957 Oval Window under slow restoration.
1959 Under slow preservation

CNsylvester Learner Dubber

13 posts · joined Apr 2016 · 11 Jul 2016, 10:01 pm

#1028044

Thanks, appreciate the lead...

sander288 "Bolt-on Master"

1,404 posts · joined Aug 2008 · 12 Jul 2016, 9:53 am

#1028056

I've had Michelin XZX 165R15 tyres on my beetle for a while now and driving daily I've found them to be really good tyres.

Next set I'll be getting are the Michelin XAS tyres in 155R15

There are cheaper alternatives to the Michelin classic range, but they do not have the same look as the Michelins, which are old moulds with modern compounds, with the exception of Vredestein.
Depends what size tyre you're after and what rims they are to go on, but assuming stock rims and 165R15 below are some options.

http://www.michelinclassic.com/en

Hankook Optimo K715 - $
Maxxis MA701 - $
Vredestein Sprint Classic - $$
Michelin XZX - $$
Michelin XAS - $$$
Pirelli Cinturato - $$$
Avon CR6ZZ - $$$$ (Classic R-spec tyre)

In terms of fitting tyres, I've usually just taken my wheels to the nearest tyre dealer to be fit, but when I have left the car there hasn't been an issue; perhaps you could take the hubcaps off before heading there.

As an alternative vendor these guys in the UK have a really good range of tyres and are competitive to Aus pricing IMHO http://www.longstonetyres.co.uk/

Sander.

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1,189 posts · joined Oct 2011 · 12 Jul 2016, 10:58 am

#1028057

Buy some tyre levers and fit them yourself.

I read it on samba, so it must be correct.

Sometimes Volkswagen dealers sell spare parts. Amazing isn't it!😂

CNsylvester Learner Dubber

13 posts · joined Apr 2016 · 24 Jul 2016, 12:08 pm

#1028392

sander288 wrote:I've had Michelin XZX 165R15 tyres on my beetle for a while now and driving daily I've found them to be really good tyres.

Next set I'll be getting are the Michelin XAS tyres in 155R15

There are cheaper alternatives to the Michelin classic range, but they do not have the same look as the Michelins, which are old moulds with modern compounds, with the exception of Vredestein.
Depends what size tyre you're after and what rims they are to go on, but assuming stock rims and 165R15 below are some options.

http://www.michelinclassic.com/en

Hankook Optimo K715 - $
Maxxis MA701 - $
Vredestein Sprint Classic - $$
Michelin XZX - $$
Michelin XAS - $$$
Pirelli Cinturato - $$$
Avon CR6ZZ - $$$$ (Classic R-spec tyre)

In terms of fitting tyres, I've usually just taken my wheels to the nearest tyre dealer to be fit, but when I have left the car there hasn't been an issue; perhaps you could take the hubcaps off before heading there.

As an alternative vendor these guys in the UK have a really good range of tyres and are competitive to Aus pricing IMHO http://www.longstonetyres.co.uk/

Sander.

I had all my tyres checked today and it has Michelin XZX 165R15 tyres on it already, can't tell their actual age though, tread depth is fine. Running 18psi in the front, 28psi in the rear. So far so good.

The spare wheel needs clips and had a 'ding' in it. The spare tyre needs replacing, its carrying a Dunlop B7 convential looking tyre.

CNsylvester Learner Dubber

13 posts · joined Apr 2016 · 9 Jun 2019, 11:27 pm

#1042145

Thanks guys.

If I fit them myself, where in brisbane can I go to balance them?

vw54 Administrator Always Waiting 4 Friday

16,723 posts · joined Aug 2002 · 11 Jun 2019, 7:37 am

#1042147

You will need a drum hub cut down to have them balanced correctly

I read it on FACEBOOK so it must be true

http://forums.aussieveedubbers.com/viewtopic.php?tid=91278&page=1#pid848630

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