MHirsch424 wrote:
> If you have to have the wheels tuned(trued?) I find the cost about the
> same as a new wheel. This includes the repainting.
This may be true. You can, of course, true them yourself. I have 2
different text files containing instructions if anyone wants them.
> Also, getting tires mounted and/or tubes replaced is a real pain. Most
> major tire dealers, (Sears, Firestone, etc.) will not touch anything
> that needs a tube.
True, but the local older shops rarely flinch. Besides, tube tires can
be mounted yourself.
> I like the look of wire wheels, but still have not found out why (if)
> they are better then steel. They are heavier, more expensive, more
> difficult to maintain.
I agree 100%. That's why I'm selling my spare set of wheels and plan to
convert to steel discs or alloys someday. However, I know some people
love the look enough to deal with them. Otherwise Moss et. al. would not
be able to keep selling new ones.
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