Larry: My current sale catalog from VB shows a set of bolt-on alloys for
$499.99
for 4. The splined were a little more, but I think well below the $1,000 mark.
Conversion to bolt-on might be very cost effective.
Larry Macy wrote:
> I am thinking on looking for some new wheels for my Midget. I currently have
> rusty chrome wires. I can get Dayton Chrome wires and I can find Minilite
> replicas, both for about a grand a set. I like to looks of the wires, but
> since the car is a daily driver I suspect that maintenance on the alloy
> wheels is a LOT easier. Plus the benefit of loosing the freaking inner
> tubes.
>
> However I am not sure I have ever seen a Spridget with the Minilite
> replicas. And I am not sure I like the 2 piece look to them. You know the
> chrome center bolted to the alloy outer with about 300 bolts.
>
> Suggestions, Rational and Irrational Thoughts, Unwanted Opinions, and
> cleverly disguised sarcastic comebacks are all welcome and will be dealt
> with appropriately.
>
> Thanks
>
> Larry
>
> Larry Macy
> 78 Midget
>
> Keep your top down and your chin up
>
> Larry B. Macy, Ph.D.
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