Blitz Tyres

[Tony Wheeler]

Originally Posted by Scott Hamilton

Universal tires have a distributor here in Australia - Antique Tyres

Scott, I've been dealing with Antique Tyres lately in relation to these 10.50 x 16 chevrons, and also 11.00 x 20 NDT. They're waiting on price info from the manufacturer STA. Indicative price for the 10.50 x 16 is around the $500 mark, depending on quantity. I'll keep you posted if you like and let you know before I order, in case you want to be included. Likewise anyone else who may be after these tyres.

Same applies to anyone interested in 11.00 x 20 NDT. They're likely to be considerably more expensive than NDCC because they're 14 ply instead of 12 ply, and because US demand is for NDCC. I've asked for price info on both and will decide from there. Personally I dislike NDCC on a blitz so I'll probably lash out on a set of NDTs, as it will be a once in a lifetime purchase for me. Either way they'll be hideously expensive.

http://www.stausaonline.com/tires/sta-ndcc/


I've also spent a lot of time chasing MRF tyres, who list 11.00 x 20 NDMS in 14 ply and 16 ply. These are the only other brand produced to my knowledge. In years gone by they could be had through Ag Tyres, who brought in the occasional set on special order, at very reasonable price. These would have simply been added to a container load of tractor tyres and whatnot. Unfortunately Ag Tyres are no longer MRF distributors, and I've drawn a complete blank with the current MRF distributor Australian Tyre Traders. They tell me it "may" be possible to arrange a special order, but only for a whole container load. In other words...piss off, we're not interested in helping you. I've tried bypassing them through tyre dealers but without success. If anyone knows of a source for these tyres please let me know.