Good, Bad or stay away from?

[kochevy67]

I just bought a set of wheels with rubber on them. The only problem is I think the tires are to small for the car. They are 225/45/17 I am putting them on my 67 Chevelle. I am looking at putting 245/45 on the front and 255/45 on the rear. I just priced a set of BF Goodrich G Sports and I can get them for $440 shipped. I also like the Nitto the only thing is I would much rather by stuff that is made in the USA and where the $$$$$ will stay here. I guess my question is are the Goodrich's decent tires. I am not racing the car or doing any hard cornering, it will be used to go to shows and to cruise it around. Thanks for any input.

[ProdigyCustoms]

Both are good brands, either will be good.

[71RS/SS396]

BFG's are good tires they are made by Michelin, I have never had any problems with any BFG's I have owned. The only tire brand I wouldn't buy are Good for a year because thats about how long they last LOL

[Randy67]

Even if the tire company is US, it doesn't always mean their tires are made here. It seems more companies are resorting to overseas manufacturers. I found this out when looking for trailer tires, even the Goodyear Marathons were being made in China or New Zealand. I notice Tirerack lists country of orgin in the tire specs, that may help you find the US made tire you want. Hope this helps some.

[86Cutlass383SR]

I drove a truck for years and we'd haul tires for General Tire out of Mt. Vernon, IL. Then they became Continential-General Tire. They made the Generals and Continential passenger car tires. They also made Yokohama and Toyo semi truck tires. USA made Yoko & Toyo tires. The car tires still floated over on a boat...

[kochevy67]

I figured that most of them are made overseas, but the way the economy is I would like to keep the $$$ here to keep our people employed. So I guess what I am saying is I am going to buy the BF's instead. I checked the tirerack and they are made here. Thanks guys.

[DriverzInc]

I have three sets of NITTOS in the shop right now that all say made in the USA on the sidewall. A lot of Nittos manufacturing is now done in the States. Just FYI.

I literally just took this photo today with my phone. It is on the side wall of a Nitto 555.

[kochevy67]

Thanks, but i ordered the BF's earlier today. I was told that some of the Nitto's are made here but I still think the $$$$ goes baclk overseas. That is the main reason I bought the BF's. Thanks for the responses.

[jknight16]

BFG=Michelin=French

Might be made in USA, don't know, but the profits still don't stay at home.

[DriverzInc]

BFG=Michelin=French

Might be made in USA, don't know, but the profits still don't stay at home.

You read my mind....

I applaud your efforts, and at least you care enough to try and keep the money on our turf. Both companies employ Americans, so you can't go wrong.

[E.rodz]

I love your way of thinking I wish more people would think about this PLEASE KEEP THE US ECONOMY FROM TANKING EVEN LOWER!!!! keep up the good work.and good luck with your project

[Scooby]

good try atleast

[67greengt]

Just my two cents...

But I really like the BF Goodrich G Force sports - great tire for dry traction, great tread life, and quiet. The odd time I've been caught in the rain, they've worked great.

I just recently ordered a new set of wheels, and will be using BF Goodrich Tires again - just went with the KDW NT tire only because of the radical looking tread pattern. From what I've heard, and read they don't seem to be as favoured as the G Force Sports due to excessive noise, but are supposed to have the same or better handling characterstics of the Sports.

Anyways more food for thought

Good Luck!