Info needed: New TIRES

[chris vickery]

Have you tried Brian Asbury for tires?

[r.morrison]

Gentlemen.....just getting back on my feet from a serious month's long bout with the flu. In my experience with the tire issue, I am going to have to throw my hat in with Rob Love. Summit is your best deal..... if you live in Vancouver. Free shipping to any US point from here is about a 45 minute drive there and 45 minutes back for me Crossing over is another story or coming back is another. I have been 2 1/2 hours for a $100.00 (non military) part. I have bought all my tires off of Summit because of the free USA shipping. Here in British Columbia, we are only charged GST (5%) on the product only..... Not on the shipping.
However, all points put forward are very valid, just depends on the individual. Chris's point about time is money/or how far will you go to save $12.00 .....well that's up to you. I know people here who would walk to the North Pole and back for that 12 bucks. To me ...it's the price of going to the dance! I don't have a lot of spare time, so I have to make the most. My shop (hanger) is 45 minutes from where I live in Vancouver and 45 minutes back home. So going over to the USA to buy tires or military parts is beneficial if you keep it under the $250.00 level. Delivered directly to Canada, as Chris says, you have to re mortgage the house!
Mr Carriere's way of doing it (BULK) is a very good way if you can get everyone to agree and shop the price. Tough one to sometimes sell on this forum!
And as for "Speedway" Tires Rob, from what I have read on them, they are not DOT rated. Have an accident with those puppies on and you can kiss your insurance and ass "goodbye"!
Anyhow, that's just my 2 cents on the subject and as said....good points all around.

cheers Robert

[rob love]

Originally Posted by r.morrison

And as for "Speedway" Tires Rob, from what I have read on them, they are not DOT rated. Have an accident with those puppies on and you can kiss your insurance and ass "goodbye"!

Didn't know about the lack of DOT rating. I believe they are made in India....doubt DOT applies there. Besides the insurance thing, Customs can also refuse to let them in if they aren't DOT approved. You could always say they are for the front tires on the tractor.

[Les Kovacs]

Hi Chris....and others on this thread.... I have in fact tries Brian Asbury as well as Ralph Journeay....both about a 2 hour drive....the only other somewhat close source is Willy's Acres but as per previous post he screwed me on a 1942 MB restoration deal even though I gave him $30,000 up front and did not quibble on price so he is not an option even though he is only 25 minutes away. Here in Ontario the HST is 13% and delivery via USA would be brutal (a 3lb parcel from USPS) coming from Walcks, Eriks Military or other supplier (although they are great to deal with) is about $24 to $35US not including the CDN/US conversion so if my local Canadian suppliers (Brian & Ralph or local NAPA) do not have the parts I unfortunately have to shop the US suppliers and yes delivery prices are frightening. In fact, my last US order shipped via UPS....they charged me $40.00US for delivery of a <3lb parcel but also wanted $40.00 as a brokerage fee all for $35.00 US in parts.....I fought it and the brokerage fee was taken off as a one time gesture.....UPS delivery from the US....never again.

All the very best to you all.....

lesk

[Ed Landstrom]

If used tires will do, I have quite a few 700x16 ND on M151 wheels. I haven't had a close look at them for a while, but I recall the condition ranged from like-new to worn out. I have no idea of the brand(s). I'm between London and Windsor, about 3 hours from Toronto. If you're ever down this way, drop in. You may be able to pick out a set that are good enough.

[Les Kovacs]

Hi Ed....thanks for your offer.....I may take you up on that in the spring. Right now I am going out for the second time to shovel snow here in Barrie. Used tires if in fair condition would be fine....if better I would be willing to pay. I will keep your contact info and replay sometime in the spring.

Cheers,

lesk

[Eric B]

Hello

Just checked with Sylmar Tire in Hawksbury. They want $250.00 a tire, 7.00 x 16 Firestone NDCC. Not including tax and tire tax.

Willys Acres is $215.00. Do not know of any cheaper at this point in time.

I am looking for 5 tires as well. Was hoping to save a long drive as i am in eastern Ontario.

Eric