New Magnesium Wheels

[CompClassics]

A buddy of mine bought a set of the FIA wheels from Fran.

[CompClassics]

At one point you could buy "FIA" Trigo wheels and PS wheels, although neither was an exact copy, one of them included some of the small details that were on the original wheels.

[RodKnock]

Originally Posted by patrickt

Did anybody from this forum actually buy any from him? We keep whooping up threads on this subject but it doesn't seem like anybody will actually reach in to their pockets and write a check for the wheels.

There was a time when I would have purchased a set of mag wheels, but the cost kept creeping upwards (from $4,000 to $6,000) and the desire to own a set went the opposite direction.

As I've mentioned in the past, there's a strong possibility that I'll purchase a set of mag look-a-likes from Vintage, when the time comes to purchase a set of Avons for my car.

[RodKnock]

Originally Posted by cycleguy55

That's what I need - a set of lightweight wheels that will burn. I think I'll pass.

Yep, there are just so many burning magnesium wheel stories out there today.

[1985 CCX]

I bought two sets from Fran.
So yup, did reach.

[legenmetals]

Real Rodders Wheels had their new magnesium wheels on display at the L.A. Roadster show. I was told they offer custom back spacing. I don't have any other details

[joyridin']

For a street car, why would anybody drop that kind of money on a magnesium wheel? I go to a local car show and a guy has a Factory 5 Cobra. It is about as far from original looking as you can get. Last year I was talking with him and almost everybody that walked up asked..."is it real?". It is bright yellow with a modern interior, stereo, dual roll bars, automatic trans, 5.0l with FI, and some type of aftermarket 18" wheels. 95% or more of the population cannot even pick a Cobra out that looks somewhat real. Is anybody really going to notice your real magnesium wheels? Would they even care if you told them?

Just curious.

[patrickt]

Originally Posted by joyridin'

95% or more of the population cannot even pick a Cobra out that looks somewhat real. Is anybody really going to notice your real magnesium wheels? Would they even care if you told them?

Just curious.

No, more like 99.9% of the population. But, 99.9% of the world's population couldn't identify a picture of Joe Biden, either. But, presumably, the purchase is not being made for others, it is being made for one's self.

[RodKnock]

Originally Posted by patrickt

No, more like 99.9% of the population. But, 99.9% of the world's population couldn't identify a picture of Joe Biden, either. But, presumably, the purchase is not being made for others, it is being made for one's self.

That's correct. You do it for yourself.

The realrodderswheels look promising. I might look into them. Thanks legenmetals.

[cycleguy55]

Originally Posted by patrickt

No, more like 99.9% of the population. But, 99.9% of the world's population couldn't identify a picture of Joe Biden, either. But, presumably, the purchase is not being made for others, it is being made for one's self.

Agreed. Some folks are going for authenticity, probably more for themselves than anything else. Others care less about authenticity and are more interested in tailoring it to their personal desires than remaining faithful to the original cars.

To each their own or, as my wife puts it, "there's a lid for every pot".

[legenmetals]

I think for some of us it's an expression of our mechanical artistic ability, to create what we think is the purist representation of the perfect iconic vehicle ,whether it's a 1932 ford or a Cobra.

It's a shame money has to ruin it. Whenever I finish a build and add up the receipts I get "Buyers Remorse" and then need to justify the expense to myself. I love driving my race cars the most, building them second. I get zero satisfaction taking them to car shows.

I will continue as long as I can afford it. I come to this web site to reassure myself that I am not the only one that suffers from this affliction. Thanks for the couch time.

[1985 CCX]

They notice mine on a regular basis

[legenmetals]

I know Jeff, you've been dumping fuel on my fire for some time. Thank you.

[DanEC]

[quote=patrickt;1337657] But, 99.9% of the world's population couldn't identify a picture of Joe Biden, either. /QUOTE]

That only applies if he's smiling - then people tend to confuse him with the Chesire cat in Alice in Wonderland.

[Fred2]

Thanks for the interest.

The wheels that are being developed are intended for those doing a "correct" restoration. Marvic has spent a good amount of time an effort to make these wheels correct, and made to current quality standards.

[1985 CCX]

I have interest in 7.5"x15"
Will PM you

[rodneym]

Fred2,
Thanks for the info. But I'd like to note: if the Cobra mags are indeed accurate, then those with Wilwood brakes (like Kirkhams) will not be able to use them. The brakes interfere with the wheel. Even the new CSXs are using 'Shelby' branded Wilwoods, although I have not verified fitment issues with these, I wouldn't count on it.
Just wanted to note it. If Marvic wanted to expand their market, they should produce a mag with Trigo measurments.

[1985 CCX]

Also want to add $...............

$6500 a set of 4 plus the ride......

[750hp]

Ouch!

[Fred2]

Originally Posted by 750hp

Ouch!

Actually this is not so bad, due to the strength of the USD vs Euro.
In the not to distant past, they would have been about 2K more for the set.