RTMs

[dreamin']

I've seen a few threads mentioning Dunlop Road Trak Major crossply tyres, and rumors that they are still around as NOS if you know where to ask.

So does anybody know where there might be some - 6.00 or 6.50x16 version - and are they likely to be any good after decades(?) in storage?

Thanks

D

[Lost Landy]

I know you can still buy RTMs new in 750 x 16 not sure if you can still get them in the smaller sizes.

[ellard]

Hi there

You can still buy the Road Track Majors - well we still can...

Correction - Sorry after re-reading your post, only available in 750's

Wayne

[chris1983rangie]

i managed to get my set from my Mechanic there were a set sitting in his workshop and he noticed me looking at them, said do you want them for $150 i said yes please.......!

Chris;)

[dreamin']

Thanks Chris - all I need to do now is get lucky like you!

There is a pair for sale on ebay right now - but not much use without a couple more to match. It's starting to look like a long shot.

Cheers

[gromit]

You can definitely buy 7.00 x 16's new (well 18months ago you could), not sure about 6.00's or 6.50's though. They have increased to 8-ply from the original 6-ply and are now made in Indonesia.

http://www.aulro.com/afvb/series-i-land-rover-enthusiasts-section/50205-anyone-interested-tyres-2.html

Just ask your local tyre dealer for Dunlop RTM's and they should be able to find them. Shop around though because prices vary.......


Colin

[gromit]

Spoke to the tyre place I use today and RTM's have been discontinued (at least in 7.00x16).
He is looking into sourcing 6.50x16's from an Indian company.

Colin

[JDNSW]

I have an unused 7.50x16 RTM which is surplus to requirements - anyone interested should contact me - I could bring it to the Expo.

John

[iannuls]

I've been digging around for authentic 600 x 16 bar tyres for my S1, and stumbled on the attached website. NSW company, but haven't phoned them yet, selling Firestone bar tyres. I like the look, but expect them to be expensive...

Ian

S1 '56 86"

Sorry forgot the link :angel:

Military Tyres | Antique Tyres (http://www.antiquetyres.com.au/tyre-brands/military-tyres)

[Lost Landy]

I spoke to a sales man at Goodyear at Acia Ridge earlier this year & he said that he can get the 600 x 16 bar treads for around $110 ea & can get 750 X 16, though there made in India.

[dreamin']

LL/Ian - my latest quote for Firestone Military NDT or Ford Script bar treads in 6 x 16 was $220 - think it was from Antique tyres - so $110 sounds like a bargain.

For those looking for 750x16 bar treads (I think - have asked the question) there's a full unused set on Defender rims on ebay right now - search 'land rover' - $650.

Gromit I'd be interested in any news on the 650x16s from India.

Thanks

D

[lro11]

I spoke to a sales man at Goodyear at Acia Ridge earlier this year & he said that he can get the 600 x 16 bar treads for around $110 ea & can get 750 X 16, though there made in India.

That is a good price. I got a price of $75 for these in China
T28 are still available in Malaysia but the tyre suppliers won't bring them in to the country.

Dunlop - Tyres (http://www.dunloptyres.com.my/go/system/mod/tyres/opr/view/code/T28)

[iannuls]

Where do I get the 600 x 16 for $75? I'd be calling them tomorrow.

Phone number or name and I'll look up their number, cheers

Ian

[lro11]

Where do I get the 600 x 16 for $75? I'd be calling them tomorrow.

Phone number or name and I'll look up their number, cheers

Ian

Ian, Ningbo China if your keen I will get you the number but I would think the freight would be a killer.

[Lotz-A-Landies]

Any truck tyre service should be able to get you a range of tyres from China or India. The Indian MRF brand seem to have no complaints, although if you want to be original in Oz then the tyres you should have on the fully imported 1948 or 1949 should be Dunlop T28 (lotz-A-luck), on your CKD 80", 86' or 107" should be Olympic Bar treads, while later series 1's had a variety of Dunlop and Olympic Bar treads and later Olympic "All Purpose Lug" or Dunlop "RTM".

Diana

[dreamin']

Had a look at the Malaysian Dunlop website - new T28 Trakgrips and T29As straight from the 1950's workshop manual - amazing. I want them!

Had my tyre bloke chase around and got the same response as others - not a chance.

Someone must know someone bringing a container down who could stash a few tyres in? Or a tyre retailer who's not tied to major buying contracts?

Hmmm

[JohnF]

I am not buying tyres at the moment--when I wear out the tyres on the series 3 have 2 brand new spares a bit like bar treads, forget what they are, and would chase two more matching at that time, but I recon you guys should get together a group buy from C hina now. Just a thought

[slug_burner]

I know people who got a container load of T28s into Australia. They could not offload them locally and had to send them to the UK. I am pretty sure that the series one club has them for sale if you want to import them from England back to Australia.:eek:

[dreamin']

Thanks slug. Sounds like one of those 'should have been here yesterday' fishing stories. Are these people you know planning any more imports?

[Lotz-A-Landies]

I know people who got a container load of T28s into Australia. They could not offload them locally and had to send them to the UK. I am pretty sure that the series one club has them for sale if you want to import them from England back to Australia.:eek:That was at least 5 years ago and I am almost positive the supply has run out almost as long ago. The problem here, as i understand, was not necessarily that they didn't want to buy, it was more of the typical "Yes I ordered them but now I don't want to pay for them" or "I'm not paying that price, I'll wait until you can't sell them and I'll buy them at a bargain price".

Well it didn't happen, as usual people in the U.K. know the true value of these things and were prepaired to pay the full price so they went to the U.K.

If we in Oz want to be cheapskates then all our good bits will go to the UK where they are happy to pay the price.

[slug_burner]

"More recently the club has imported a number of 'Trakgrip' tyres"

Taken from the "Land Rover Register 1948 - 1953" shop site. They don't actually claim to have any at the moment. I don't know how long ago it was either. I'd say that the import into Australia happend more than 5 years ago.

Having seen the tyres on an 80" I know that it wasn't a "should have been here yesterday, the fish were jumping into the boat" story.

You would have to raise about $40k to get a container load into the country. I don't see myself raising that sort of money in the very near future.

[123rover50]

I bought these yesterday, "GRANDTOUR" 700x16 8 ply made in China.
Cost $155.00 each plus $ 30 for tubes. They do 750x16 for $175 each.
They came from our local Continental dealer.
Cheers
Didiman

[RobHay]

i managed to get my set from my Mechanic there were a set sitting in his workshop and he noticed me looking at them, said do you want them for $150 i said yes please.......!

Chris;)

CHRIS ! ! I hate you :D;):p

[dreamin']

[QUOTE=123rover50;1085037]I bought these yesterday, "GRANDTOUR" 700x16 8 ply made in China.

Good find, Didiman

I assume these are crossplies? I am looking at something similar in 6.00 x 16, called 'Journey' - same tread pattern going by the photos. Please post some more photos once you've got them on, and let us know how they are to drive on - road noise, tracking etc. Seems some people have strong opinions about crossplies vs radials.

Cheers

[123rover50]

Yes Crossplys,going on a 109 58 ute , may be a while yet before it is on the road.

[dreamin']

Came across this today on the 'Deestone' tyres website.

DEESTONE (http://www.deestone-tires.com/product/productdetail.php?idproduct=1290&setype2=&setype3=&selectcode=&idmaintypes=1&idmaintypes=1&page=14&whatpage=product_B.php)

Looks a lot like the old Dunlop Roadtrak Major? No 6.00 or 6.50 though.

Deestone have agents in Aust so might be available on request?

D
http://www.deestone-tires.com/images/printE.png (http://www.deestone-tires.com/product/productdetail_showdetail.php?idproduct=1290)TRUCK & BUS > LIGHT TRUCK

D903http://www.deestone-tires.com/fileupload/1604May10TMfYde9.jpg (http://www.deestone-tires.com/product/productshow.php?idproduct=1290)
SIZEPRTYPE7.50-16 12TT

[ellard]

Hi there

Its a nice looking tyre - and looking like the old RTM's

All the best

PS - any idear of price yet?

Wayne

[dreamin']

Hi Wayne

No price and I won't be chasing one - be a different story if they had it in 6.00 or 6.50x16 but website only lists 7.50x16 which is a bit big for mine.

They do list a 6.00x16 with 'super gripper' type tread though, so will see if I can get a get a price on those.

Others have talked about sourcing RTMs in the past, so posted this in case anyone was interested. Any dealer who carries Deestone tyres should be able to quote on them.

Cheers

D

[chazza]

Here is a 6.00x16

DEESTONE (http://www.deestone-tires.com/product/productdetail.php?idproduct=1233&setype2=39&setype3=58&selectcode=&idmaintypes=1&idmaintypes=1&page=1&whatpage=product_B.php)

[dreamin']

Saw that one too, Chazza

Have a look at the D502 also - that comes in 6 x 16

Have asked for prices for both.

They don't seem to do a 6 x 16 in the RTM look-alike though - sadly

D

[chazza]

Well spotted Dreamin!

I could be sorely tempted with the bartreads, although I agree the D903 looks fantastic. Let us know what the prices are :D

Cheers Charlie

[dreamin']

Charlie

A dealer in WA is selling Deestone bartreads on ebay for $140 ea delivered anywhere in Aust. Deal for you locals could be better. Search bar tread on eBay.

No response yet re prices

D