Product Summary

  • BFGoodrich Classic Tires line offers original fitments and custom sizes for hot rods, classic trucks and more
  • Bias ply tire construction method was used from the 1900's through the 1970's on passenger cars and light trucks
  • J78-15 bias ply tire with 5/16in double whitewall sidewall
  • Max load 1,860 lbs at 32 psi max inflation
  • Approx. 28.72 in overall diameter
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Key Specs

MFG. Part #62858
PositionFront or Rear
Tire TypePassenger Car
Tire ConstructionBias Ply
Tire SidewallWhitewall
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BF Goodrich 62858 Details

The BF Goodrich Silvertown Alphanumeric J78-15 is a bias ply tire with a 5/16in double whitewall sidewall. It is rated for up to 1,860 lbs at 32 psi. Mounted on a 15 in wheel, it measures about 28.72 in tall. Listed applications include 1967-1974 Oldsmobile Toronado, 1969-1974 Pontiac Bonneville and 1970-1974 Plymouth Fury, plus 15 more.

These BF Goodrich bias ply vintage whitewall tires feature very unique dual narrow whitewall sidewalls and look fantastic on the big cars from that era. These tires are incredibly authentic and feature original sidewall markings tread designs of the sixties. Specific tread and sidewall designs may vary slightly by size. Contact a Tire Expert for assistance in selection the correct tire for your fitment.

Features:

  • BF Goodrich Classic Tires line offers original fitments and custom sizes for hot rods, classic trucks and more.
  • Bias ply tire construction method was used from the 1900's through the 1970's on passenger cars and light trucks.

Specifications:

  • Size: J78-15
  • Construction: Bias Ply
  • Sidewall: 5/16in Double Whitewall
  • Overall Diameter: 28.72 in
  • Wheel Diameter: 15 in
  • Max Load: 1,860 lbs
  • Max Inflation: 32 psi

Dimensions are approximate and vary with rim width and inflation pressure.

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Coker Tire is proud to offer a 100-year range of outstanding tire fitments, thanks to a huge variety of BF Goodrich tires. From the early 1900's to the modern era, the BFG product lines offer original fitments and custom sizes for hot rods, classic trucks and more. Included in the BFG line are the famous Silvertowns, Radial T/A, Phenom and All Terrain T/A KO2 tires. You won't find a more comprehensive tire product line in the world!

Vehicle Fitment Notes:

  • J78-15 Optional 2 Base model: 1970-1971, 1973-1974 Buick LeSabre; 1971-1972, 1974 Pontiac Bonneville; 1972-1973 Buick Centurion; 1973-1974 Pontiac Catalina; 1974 Ford Custom 500
  • J78-15 Optional 2 Base & Custom model: 1972 Buick LeSabre; 1973-1974 Chrysler Newport
  • J78-15 Standard Base model: 1970-1973 Chrysler New Yorker; 1974 Buick Riviera
  • J78-15 Optional 2 (FWD) model: 1967-1969 Oldsmobile Toronado; 1969 Cadillac Eldorado
  • J78-15 Standard Brougham model: 1972-1973 Chrysler New Yorker
  • J78-15 Optional 2 Base & 300 Series model: 1971 Chrysler Newport
  • J78-15 Standard Wagon model: 1970 Chrysler Town & Country; 1970-1971 Plymouth Fury
  • J78-15 Standard 2 Seat Wagon model: 1970-1974 Dodge Monaco; 1970-1971, 1973 Dodge Polara
  • J78-15 Standard D300 4x2 (GVWR 9000) model: 1972 Dodge Polara
  • J78-15 Optional 2 Base & Brougham model: 1973 Ford LTD
  • J78-15 Optional 2 w/429 & 460 Eng. model: 1973 Mercury Marquis
  • J78-15 Optional 2 w/460 Eng. model: 1974 Mercury Marquis; 1974 Mercury Monterey
  • J78-15 Optional 2 MX Brougham w/429 & 460 Eng. model: 1973 Mercury Montego
  • J78-15 Standard (FWD) model: 1970-1974 Oldsmobile Toronado
  • J78-15 Optional 2 w/360/400/440 Eng. model: 1973 Plymouth Fury
  • J78-15 Standard Suburban 2 Seat Wagon model: 1972-1974 Plymouth Fury
  • J78-15 Optional 2 Brougham model: 1969 Pontiac Bonneville
  • J78-15 Optional 2 w/Air & Big Eng. model: 1971-1972 Pontiac Catalina

BF Goodrich 62858 Specifications

KEY SPECS
MFG. Part #62858
BrandBF Goodrich
PositionFront or Rear
Tire TypePassenger Car
Tire ConstructionBias Ply
Tire SidewallWhitewall
Wheel Diameter15 Inch
Tire SizeJ78-15
Tire Diameter28.72"
Load Capacity1860 lbs.
GENERAL
GTIN Code00842199105544
Tire(s) Mounted & BalancedNo
Tire Diameter Range28.00 - 28.99"
Maximum PSI32 lbs
Whitewall Width0.3125"
Tread Ply Quantity4 Ply Poly/steel
Run-Flat TechnologyNo

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