1933 Terraplane tire questions

Unknown · August 2011

What would be the correct tire size for the '33 Terraplane six, with 16" wire wheels? I thought 6.00X16, but the tires on it now (which date from the 1930's) are 6.50X16....Also, where is a good place to buy the tires, tubes, and spoke liners? Thanks for any help!

Terraplane33 · August 2011

I believe 6.00x16 is the right size, to confirm I can have a look at the ET6 owners manual tomorrow as it's 2am here now...
I bought 2 new ones on ebay.co.uk (Excelsior brand) but I guess (depending on your location) it's not the best choice for you...

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/600x16-Excelsior-Tyre-60016-600-16-Vintage-/180324166745?pt=UK_Cars_Tyres_RL&hash=item29fc286c59#ht_786wt_905

The other 2 ones are NOS Michelin without cracks bought locally in France.
Liners were in excellent condition so I left as is but changed the (probably original) red rubber tubes for new ones (easy to find and quite cheap)
White wall tires including é side mounts came up to 1500€

hudsontech · August 2011

http://hetclub.org/burr/referencesheets/1933_hudson-essex_service_info-adjustments.pdf

Special models, as in KU Special, usd a 16x6.00” tire on a 16x4.00” wheel.

Hudsonly,
Alex Burr
Memphis, TN

Unknown · August 2011

Thanks Alex, that's a great reference link.
My car is a KU, but I'm not sure what makes up a "Special"? It looks as if those 16" wires were a one year only wheel! I will likely need at least 2 nice wheels (mine appear to be badly weathered)if anyone reading this post can help! Thanks!

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