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    First thing that came to mind reading the thread title was that crash on the 407 a few years back, a 1948 Chevrolet, killing the 3 occupants.



    Tire blow-out is bad enough in a modern car with modern suspension, brakes, and stability control. But in a vintage car?
    Get new tires.
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    Quote Originally Posted by RedSN View Post
    First thing that came to mind reading the thread title was that crash on the 407 a few years back, a 1948 Chevrolet, killing the 3 occupants.



    Tire blow-out is bad enough in a modern car with modern suspension, brakes, and stability control. But in a vintage car?
    Get new tires.
    I remembered that very sad - avid hot rodder too
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    Quote Originally Posted by RedSN View Post
    First thing that came to mind reading the thread title was that crash on the 407 a few years back, a 1948 Chevrolet, killing the 3 occupants.



    Tire blow-out is bad enough in a modern car with modern suspension, brakes, and stability control. But in a vintage car?
    Get new tires.
    Likely no seat belts...
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