On Fri, 19 Mar 1999 08:31:26 -0800 "Dodd, Kelvin" <doddk@mossmotors.com>
writes:
>Ray:
>
> If you really like the look of wires, stick with them. If
>cost and
>low maintenance are more of a priority change em over.
> The stock 4 1/2" wires will break up pretty quickly, plus you
>will
>not be able to get an adequate tire footprint for traction. 5 1/2" 72
>spoke
>wires will hold up and allow the correct use of a 185/70 tire, but are
>expensive. The right rear and front splines must be checked very
>carefully
>by someone who knows what to look for. Any questions they should be
>replaced. Good condition splines and a 72 spoke wheel can handle the
>power.
>Ask anyone with a Ferrari.
>
>Kelvin.
>
>> -----Original Message-----
>> From: Mgbreh@aol.com [mailto:Mgbreh@aol.com]
>> Sent: Thursday, March 18, 1999 7:02 PM
>> To: mgs@autox.team.net
>> Subject: Wire wheels & v-8
>>
>>
>> Hi my newest b a 78 has wires on it Im wondering if i v-8
>> this sucker will the
>> wires last more than a week or should i swap them for the
>> rostyles on my BGT.
>> id also like to here from those who have done a v-8 swap
>> would ya do it again
>> & what combo you used
>> Thanks
>> Ray Huff
>> 3 b's no brains
>> but a understanding & COOL WIFE
>>
>
Im far from being an expert on V8 conversions but chatting with various
of the mavens over the years i got the impression that changing to a
solid wheel was practically mandatory - firstly you will have a mustang
(or similar) rear end which i doubt readily accepts splined hubs
plus(dont know what Kelvins V6 uses) i would imagine the additional power
would put a lot of stress on aged spokes as Kelvin said - Wheres Jim
Stuart? - he will know!!
mike robson
69 roadster
70 BGT
53 Riley
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