Kevin,
I looked for a few years for a nice stock one and almost gave up, but while browsing on CL one late Saturday nite, I found one in the same town as one of my projects.
I guess it was just dumb luck or that my wife really hated the late 70's mustang/truck sport wheel I was using. I would say, be patient, one will find you. I know that another member bought the new repro and it looks good to me, just a little pricey, IMO. I do have a center pad that is decent if you want it.
Let me know
Thanks, Jay
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I have a ginger one with the pad, but the rim has multiple cracks (4 IIRC) that need to be repaired. Seems like a poor candidate to me, but if you need it,let me know
"I love my Hookers!" and "Get some Strange" probably have a different connotation to non automotive enthusiasts!
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Kevin, I remember from some friends experience the trouble they had with horns not working properly or going off on their own (neighbors loved that at 3AM) with non stock wheels. I'm sure the ones available now are a lot better than the ones from the past. Without knowing if the car came with the base or deluxe wheel, I would say the deluxe wheel would be an easier find.
Considering the quality level of work you performed on that Mach 1, the owner would probably want the same for any wheel you install. If your search for a decent used wheel falls through, I would check with Don @ Ohio Mustang Supply. He offers a repo two spoke wheel and the standard and deluxe horizontal pads. Don was instrumental in working with the manufacturer to make sure this wheel was an exact and properly fitting replacement. As posted earlier, it may be a little pricey for some, but at least it would fit properly. And at a time when a lot repo parts are junk, don't fit and over priced, this would be a refreshing change.
You might even give Don a call to see if he is offering any "First week of Spring" discounts!
http://www.ohiomustang.com/store/order_p...temid=3354
Steve
No Officer...I really don't know how fast I was going, my speedometer stopped at 140!
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I agree, give Don a call.....
Thanks, Jay
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I think I have a 71 wheel and pad and maybe column if needed. I do not have a 71 sure as i sell it I will get one, lol. Got to let some of the hoard go. I will go get pictures and send.
David
When a man is in the woods and talks and no women are there is he still wrong??
David
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Thanks guys!!! Yes David please do!!!
I also messaged Don this morning. He's always my go to for this stuff. Just waiting to hear back from him.
Kevin
1971 Mach 1
408C Stroker
C4 w/3,000 stall
8.8" Rear w/3.73's
Disc brakes all way around.
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