Thread: Radial sway
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Old 09-26-2020, 07:08 PM   #4
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Default Re: Radial sway

I just purchased a set of those same tires from Coker. I'm running 50 lb in them.

As for sidewall bulge, its the nature of radial tires, whereas the tires you replaced were bias ply and the sidewall construction was designed differently.

The tires I replaced were Denmans from 1989. I sure feel safer now as far as knowing that I'm not driving around on 31 year old tires.

As for handling and some sway.. yes there is a difference. Modern tires are designed as part of the suspension and handling characteristics of a car. Bias ply tires were stiff by comparison, and the ride characteristics were determined more by the vehicle suspension. If you have significant sway, you might want to look at the condition of your springs and shocks... and bump up the air pressure slightly.
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