throw-down wheels

boilerrat · #1 (**permalink**) 12-30-2003, 02:52 PM

Anyone know where I can get a set of throw-down wheels for my build up. I have some 15" tires to use, just need some old 5 lug steel wheels. I was quoted at the local junk yards anywhere from 20 to 35 bucks a piece. Aycaromba! Have I missed something or am I picking the wrong junk yards. I figured they would be a dime a dozen. I know I havent dealt with junk yards in quite some time but come on. Sheeesh.

mbishop · #2 (**permalink**) 12-30-2003, 09:03 PM

Hey Pat, it's good to see the project moving along (or maybe without wheels it's just sitting). I ran into the same problem, couldn't beg, borrow or at these prices buy any use wheels. I just gave up and ordered a set of Team III's and said the heck with the search. I figured if I'm going to invest the money it would be on some keepers.

Good luck,
Mark

mustangmendez · #3 (**permalink**) 12-31-2003, 07:56 AM

Boilerrat
I am in the same boat The wrecking yard I deal with wants big bucks as well .
I have all the stuff to change mine over to 5 lug so I can measure backspacing but then I would have to change it back to 4 lug then back again as well .I dont have the room at the present time to put on jack stands .I really dont know if I want to go 15 or 17 s either Its a mess I have 4 lug wells out the gazoo .I just got my car back from getting the headers made !
Tony

RPRICE · #4 (**permalink**) 12-31-2003, 12:24 PM

This was not an issue on my SPF, but on another car I'm building I was able to get the donut spares for 5 each. Turned out very well. Gives a lot of extra room to get in there to see what you are doing. And if you are like me and space in the garage is a premium, I have to move it out from the wall when working and then back again. The very narrow tires make moving the chassis a breeze.
Richard
Memphis

boilerrat · #5 (**permalink**) 12-31-2003, 01:26 PM

Thanks for the info guys. I guess I will break down and buy some. The auto recycle industry has changed considerably since I used play in 'em. Later.

boilerrat · #6 (**permalink**) 01-20-2004, 06:43 PM

Woohoo!! A buddy gave me a couple of wheels today. 2 down and 2 to go!

EarlsflyinCobra · #7 (**permalink**) 01-21-2004, 07:47 AM

I'm using the donuts on my project and got them at a local yard. I went to 2 yards, one they gave them to me, said they have to pay to dispose of them, the other charged me 5 bucks. No worries about scratches or overspray, etc......

boilerrat · #8 (**permalink**) 01-21-2004, 04:37 PM

Thanks for the info Earl. I'll be in your neighborhood next month. Go #8.