Thanks again Dave. This is exactly the sort of detailed
reference I was looking for. Brake clearance isn't a big
issue since the '57 model they're intended for has drums
on all four corners.
Joe D
> -----Original Message-----
> From: David Bondon [mailto:david.bondon@mindspring.com]
> Sent: Sunday, July 23, 2000 9:23 AM
> To: DeLuca, Joseph
> Subject: Re: Alloy wheels to replace steel...
>
>
> Joe,
>
> I have raced my 4/4 (with Lotus Twin Cam) for years on the
> "VW" wheels you
> refer to. I get them from Automod Atlanta (404 233 6116)
> Part Number 106616,
> price 144.50 each. Size is 15x5.5 with 130mm bolt circle and
> 25/32 positive
> offset. The most recent pair I bought are made by Eagle, the
> originals are
> American Racing. All are DOT rated so they are by no means
> fragile and a
> little heavier than the Minilite/Panasport wheel. (But much cheaper).
>
> You may have to use spacers to get the right clearance for
> brakes but that's
> nothing to worry about. The 4/4 is so light that you will
> never hurt the
> bearings.
>
> If you want give me a call for more details ... 770 993 9279 anytime
>
> Dave Bondon
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "DeLuca, Joseph" <Joseph.DeLuca@wl.com>
> To: "'Morgans'" <morgans@autox.team.net>
> Sent: Saturday, July 22, 2000 2:24 PM
> Subject: Alloy wheels to replace steel...
>
>
> > Another topic...
> >
> > I'd like to replace the plain steel wheels with something that has
> > a bit more pizzazz. One option is to convert to wires - very
> > expensive what with the hubs and labor and all.
> >
> > So naturally I'd like to find out about any aftermarket alloys that
> > can be bolted right on. I'm visualizing something like a spoked
> > MiniLite or PanaSport, but will stay open minded to anything
> > that looks "period" to a 50-60's style automobile like the Morgan.
> >
> > I'm dubious about anything that will bolt on because it
> coincidentally
> > has the right bolt pattern (like VW Beetle wheels) due to offset
> > issues. Extreme offset can do in your wheel bearings.
> >
> > Any suggestions?
> >
> > Joe D
>
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