Graham,
I forgot to mention. Make sure your existing splined hubs are in good nick
bfore putting on new wheels. New wheels on worn hubs will get chewed out
pretty quick.
Gary
Sydney
----- Original Message -----
From: "Vink, Graham" <vinkg@fleishman.com>
To: <6pack@autox.team.net>
Sent: Thursday, March 20, 2003 4:14 AM
Subject: wire wheel recommendations?
> these questions are actually for a Big Healey, but would also apply to a
> TR6, which uses the same size wheels, so I'm hoping it's pertinent to this
> group:
>
> --I'm planning to replace my existing 48-spoke wheels with new ones.
Should
> I go with 60-spoke or 72-spoke? (most suppliers seem to recommend at least
> the 60 spoke as having a greater margin of safety. 72-spoke are a bit more
> money.)
>
> --the original 48-spokers are 15 by 4 1/2 inches; the 60 spokes and 72
> spokes are 15 by 5 1/2 inches. how will that affect handling and/or tire
> fitment? I will probably buy new tires to go with the new wheels.
>
> --does anybody have strong opinions on Dayton wires vs. Dunlop? Dunlops
are
> made in India and slightly cheaper; Daytons are made in U.S. and said (by
> TRF) not to require truing.
>
> --I'm planning on buying painted finish, not chrome, a) because it's
cheaper
> and b) because this is a driver, and I don't want to worry about chrome
> rusting, flaking, etc. Also, painted is correct. What would other listers
> do?
>
> Thanks for any feedback.
>
> Graham
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