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Bias Ply vs Radials (encore) #1331785 10/29/2019 6:14 PM
Joined: Dec 2003 Posts: 2,953 Victoria BC S Sedgewick 'Bolter
Sedgewick 'Bolter S Joined: Dec 2003 Posts: 2,953 Victoria BC	Interesting video on the subject. I put 650x16 bias ply on my 49 years ago and frankly I love them. The new compounds are different to the originals, the ride is smooth and there is flat spotting. You can get caught in the tracks/ruts/grooves in worn road as mentioned in the video. 1949 Chevy 1/2-Ton "Sedgewick" In the Gallery 1989 Caprice

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