<< I asked if anyone knew anything about Cosmic wheels and never heard a
word
>about it on the list. I really like these wheels and I contend that
they're
>correct because they came with the car and we've been 15 years in
restoration.
>That makes the almost period correct, no?
>
> John Lehman >>
>
>Cosmic wheels are correctly period for Triumphs.
>I had a set of Mk.2's on my Herald.
>Those are the most commonly found.
>They were current 1969-73
>They are also found on Mini's (smaller) and TR's (larger)
>also Lotus etc etc...
>They also happen to be very high quality castings, made of LM.25 Alloy
>I think the alloy has a magnesium content, as they are very light at 11.4
lb
>on my Herald.
>I have now sold that car and those wheels with it.
>Shame.
>They were the best wheels that I have ever had.
>Keep on rolling
>Leon
>
That's pretty much what I hoped to hear. I think they look great and appear
awfully stout, and they are indeed quite light weight. Thanks to all who
replied.
John Lehman
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