[TR] Wheels for Spitfire???

[Joe Curry]

There is a very food chance that they will work.  Spits will tolerate a
quite large backspace before they will rub.  In fact, they work much better
with a large back space than if they were off centered in the opposite
direction.  Having too much outer space makes the tire rub the wheel opening
of the fender. 

If you do have rubbing, it is typically at extreme lock on the firewall.
This can somewhat be alleviated with a large rubber mallet. (Ask me how I
know)   :)

Joe C.

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Sent: Saturday, June 21, 2008 9:12 AM
To: triumphs at autox.team.net
Subject: [TR] Wheels for Spitfire???

Another question for the Spitfire guys.
 My friend rechecked the wheels and it turns out the bolt spacing is 3  &
3/4 
". Given the bolt pattern is correct, would the different back  set from 
standard be a problem or could these wheels be used on a Spitfire?  We don't
want 
to tell someone they will work if they wont.
 
 
 
 
Two sets of 4 Light weight, multi-piece,Formula Ford racing wheels, 13"
four 
bolt pattern, 3 & 3/4" center to center, made in England. Might also be
used 
on other 13" applications like a Triumph Spitfire. 

Set # 1 = 8 lbs  each, Silver color, Back set from mounting surface to inner

edge of rim- two = 2  & 11/16", two = 3 & 7/8". 

Set # 2 = The yellow set, 11 lbs each,  back set two = 3 & 5/8", other two =

3 & 5/8". One rim has a small dent  on inner rim. Still usable.



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