DAN,
Wire wheels and Tigers:
The Alpine wire wheel hubs, like the Jaguar, are not simply
'bolt-on' plates with splines, like Spridgets and
Triumphs.. In the front they have the entire bearing race
assembly, and in the rear they replace the woodruff keyed
hub that currently holds the studs. Everybody knows about
trying to get those off.
Making a change is no simple task. Good used parts, that
don't have stripped splines, are hard to find, and new ones
run $250 each. Can't believe anyone would do this.
Especially with their torque limitations.
The Zenith's are also 'bolt-ons hubs (not wheels), but are
built very ruggedly, and use a large diameter 'gear' drive,
rather than small splines. I have seen Tiger's with these
wheels, and they do look good.
Can't believe a car, such as you describe, would use wheels
intended for Mercedes pocketbooks. But, yes, they would be
worth restoring, if true and the correct size and offset.
(P.S. This is second hand knowledge. My son Jay has had
the experience with his Alpine(s).
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Steve Laifman < One first kiss, >
B9472289 < one first love, and >
< one first win, is all >
< you get in this life. >
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