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They wouldn't be a copy would they? (BTW the Michelin XZL is on the left!)Originally Posted by brookvale
At the moment I am investigating the Universal ones (pic below) shown on the 9.00 club forum. The rule from Customs is if the total of product, shipping and insurance is less than $A1,000.00 then there is no import licence paperwork, GST or Duty. Even if it comes in separate packages and invoices at or around the same time then the cumulative total is levied. If I buy them in groups of 3 they come in under the $A1,000.00 without import paperwork, duty/GST limit and look like they will be less than $300 per tyre. Just getting confirmation. The price for 5 landed in Oz was $US1,310.00 which is over the $1,000 limit.
Am awaiting a second quote for the reduced quantity.
The really nasty thing is that the Australian Agent, told me that Universal has stopped production - Universal US tells me they have them in stock.
They look like a good all round pattern particularly for lots of on-road work. The overall diameter of our 900-16 measures 36.3" (922 mm). The section width or widest part of the tire measures 10.38" (236.65 mm) and is designed to be used on a 6.5" (165 mm) wheel.
Will let you know when I have confirmation.
Diana
You won't find me on: faceplant; Scipe; Infragam; LumpedIn; ShapCnat or Twitting. I'm just not that interesting.
Master
I've not heard back from China (not surprising...)
I would be keener on the Michies - simply because they are radials - but maybe the STA Superlugs are the better option price-wise!
Back on the 900 forum - did you see the comment re British Army now using the Michies?
I suggested we need an insider to 'acquire' some for us
Maybe I should ask Blanchards...?
N
Master
Just sent another mail off to another Chinese place - possibly the manufacturer of the Michelin look-alikes. Will keep you posted.
Neil
Master
Hah Hah!
Noticed that the manufacturer's minimum order is 1 x 40' container - eek!
Maybe way out of our little league - but you never know the pricing might allow us to turn into exporters of FC tyres!!!
Who else could we market/sell these tyres to in OZ/NZ?
The army? (lol)
N
Super Moderator
Neil
Eeek 1 X 40' container! How many tyres would that be???? I wonder if that is all the one size? If not we would need to find a Yellow Sea Tyre importer, this morning I was having 2 Michelin fitted to my Rangie and asked the question, they had never seen the pattern but know of the Yellow Sea tyres although they sell Triangle. They have taken the page from the website and are investigating for me.
You are right I would prefer Michelin radials but at $700 each they are out of my league at present.
I wonder if we could find a Yellow Sea distributor who sells individual tyres - if you get a reply how about asking for a list of wholesale/retailer supplier?
In the mean time I am going to proceed with the Universals at least for a trial, I have two vehicles after all. Was working on the relay this morning and my relay is moving in the chassis so I need to do the modification myself.
Talk soon.
Diana
You won't find me on: faceplant; Scipe; Infragam; LumpedIn; ShapCnat or Twitting. I'm just not that interesting.
Master
Latest from 1st Chinese place:
Dear Mr.Abbott:
Thanks for your coming letter.
We have no exclusive agent in your part.
But this size is not available after the olympic games.Now for our yellowsea brand,only 11r20,11r22.5, 315/80r22.5,295/80r22.5 are available and in short supply.
If you are interested in these,pls kindly let us know,we will arrange the earliest shipment date for you.
Looking forward to cooperate with you.
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Another possible source of 900x16 down the tubes!
Let's hope the other place has some better news!
Neil
LordRover
Supporter$220 each
Last edited by 101RRS; 3rd January 2017 at 06:09 PM.
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1977 FC 101
1976 Jaguar XJ12C
1973 Haflinger AP700
1971 Jaguar V12 E-Type Series 3 Roadster
1957 Series 1 88"
1957 Series 1 88" Station Wagon
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Hi People
Have just placed an order for 3 of the Universal STA Superlugs the price landed in Sydney will be $A284.30 each unfortunately there will be a 6% increase on 1st July so ordered the remaining 2 for dispatch 30 June.
Lets see what happens.
Diana
You won't find me on: faceplant; Scipe; Infragam; LumpedIn; ShapCnat or Twitting. I'm just not that interesting.
Master
Hi Garrycol - who has the Michies (MRF?) for $220?
thanks
Neil
LordRover
Supporterag tyres wholesale
PO Box 1056
Moree
NSW
info@agtyres.com.au
Phone: Toll Free1800 028 988
Fax: 02 6752 4299
They are a wholesaler but can tell you who their dealer is in your area. Actually the price was $214 delivered to my local transport depot.
The tyres are Indian MRF and you can get them in a sand pattern or bar tread. They are 8 ply but the original FC 101 military goodyear tyres were only 6 ply.
MRF Exports | Tyres | Military Service - Sandgrip
MRF Exports | Tyres | Military Service - NDMS
REMLR 243
2007 Range Rover Sport TDV6
1977 FC 101
1976 Jaguar XJ12C
1973 Haflinger AP700
1971 Jaguar V12 E-Type Series 3 Roadster
1957 Series 1 88"
1957 Series 1 88" Station Wagon
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