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Re: [A/S] Split rim wheels

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Subject: Re: [A/S] Split rim wheels
From: "Colin Hyde" <chyde@xxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Date: Wed, 09 Nov 2005 09:11:01 -0800




> Thanks Colin
> So, can you disconnect the clips from the original wheels or buy new
> clips that fit on the modern wheels to hold them?

Debbie,
There are solid steel rivets holding the clips on the original wheel. These
rivets can be ground off & the clip removed. I have not found a currently
produced wheel that is identical to the original "later" model wheels to add
the clips to. You may have better luck than I have had.
Colin Hyde
GSM Vehicles Inc.
www.theVAP.com

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- Re: [A/S] Split rim wheels
  - From: devilchick6525

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