I'm not sure about the later Sprites and Midgets, but there was an optional
wooden wheel for the Bugeye. It had three slotted polished spokes with a
wood rim. The spokes were positioned at approx. 12:00, 4:00, and 8:00,
unlike their aftermarket counterparts. The factory option also could use the
original horn push. A good photo of it is in "Original Sprite and Midget" by
Terry Horler. I looked for one or a reproduction, but was unable to locate
one, so I settled for the Moto-Lita instead. They make laminated as well as
solid mahogany, with drill spokes and slotted. Moss sells them here in the
states, ordered mine from AH Spares.
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'99 (59) Bugeye and the rest of the LBC Orphanage...
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