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Re: Wheels for 350 + mph - 17 inch diameter

To: Malcolm Pittwood <MPittwood@compuserve.com>
Subject: Re: Wheels for 350 + mph - 17 inch diameter
From: Dave Dahlgren <ddahlgren@snet.net>
Date: Sat, 18 Oct 2003 15:15:44 -0400
Why not ask Tom Burkland what wheels he uses to spin test tires?? Or ask him
very nicely to spin test a proposed tire and wheel combo and see how it does. I
would think for some modest donation to support the spin test fixture he would
have a go at it for you..
Dave Dahlgren

Malcolm Pittwood wrote:
> 
> List
> 
> I need help to source wheels of 17 inches diameter (8 to 10 inches wide)
> that could support a car at up to 350 mph.  Have tried the bigger US makers
> internet sites but nothing found.  Is this task likley to be the same as
> looking for rocking horse s**t?
> 
> (European makers have no experience over about 240 mph).
> 
> Any suggestions please.
> 
> Malcolm Pittwood, Derby, England





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