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The A008 Yokohama 165/70-10" set the standard for a performance tires for the Mini that is DOT approved. The asymmetric tread pattern provides great straight line stability while having superior cornering ability. The soft compound adds tremendous grip to all applications, and this tire has been the standard for years on vintage race Minis while still being our most popular street performance tire!

Mount tires to rim by hand only! Machine mounting will damage the tire and will not be warranted!

The A008 is Yokohama's performance tire developed for the drivers of classic Austin 7, Mini 850 and Mini Cooper cars. The A008 uses Yokohama's latest technology to provide enhanced performance in dry conditions. The A008 features a high performance tread compound molded into an asymmetric design that includes a continuous shoulder rib to enhance responsiveness and dry road traction. Circumferential grooves and independent tread blocks on the inner portion of the tire focus on hydroplaning resistance and wet traction. Internally, A008 tires feature a polyester cord body and twin steel belts reinforce by a layer of nylon to help deliver exceptional dry traction and predictable handling.

 

Austin Mini 165/70/10 A008 yokohama tire set of 4

Austin Mini 165/70/10 A008 yokohama tire set of 4

Austin Mini 165/70/10 A008 yokohama tire set of 4
Part No: A008-SET
$493.95
Qty:
Fits the following:
Classic Mini

The A008 Yokohama 165/70-10" set the standard for a performance tires for the Mini that is DOT approved. The asymmetric tread pattern provides great straight line stability while having superior cornering ability. The soft compound adds tremendous grip to all applications, and this tire has been the standard for years on vintage race Minis while still being our most popular street performance tire!

Mount tires to rim by hand only! Machine mounting will damage the tire and will not be warranted!

The A008 is Yokohama's performance tire developed for the drivers of classic Austin 7, Mini 850 and Mini Cooper cars. The A008 uses Yokohama's latest technology to provide enhanced performance in dry conditions. The A008 features a high performance tread compound molded into an asymmetric design that includes a continuous shoulder rib to enhance responsiveness and dry road traction. Circumferential grooves and independent tread blocks on the inner portion of the tire focus on hydroplaning resistance and wet traction. Internally, A008 tires feature a polyester cord body and twin steel belts reinforce by a layer of nylon to help deliver exceptional dry traction and predictable handling.

 

 
 
Question:
I have an older Mini Cooper 1275GT with 165/70/R10 tires on it Im wondering if it’s possible to get a wider tire on it and what would be needed. Looking at a tire and rim package possibly?
Answer:
Not in the 10" size, not really. You'd have to go a 12" or 13" wheel to go wider. If you're wheels are already 6" wide that's pretty much the widest you can do with modifying things to fit 7" wide wheels.

Mini Mania Tech Team

The Classic Mini Parts and Accessories Experts

 
 
 
 
Question:
Directions say that the tires must be mounted by hand. Do they need to be balanced and can you use beads?
Answer:
Any wheel/tire combo should be balanced - I've seen beads used in all types and sizes of tires - so certainly can be used here if you wish to keep your wheel free of weights.
 
 
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