Peter Jon White wrote:
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> PBridge130@aol.com wrote:
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> > Is the MA2 identical to the older Mod E, save for finish?
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> The difference is that the MA-2 has a hooked bead, which makes it
> possible to mount foldable tires without having them blow off.
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> Otherwise the rims are the same.
Mod.E had a hooked bead too. It was designed for Michelins first foldable performance tire the "Elan" "E" in mod. E equals "Elan"
chuck Schmidt South Pasadena, Southern Calirornia
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