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fyrffytr1 · 06-02-2013, 10:02 PM

If I go with the 15s what size, 15x7 or 15x8? Would the 15x8s give me the same clearance issue as the 17x8s did on the rear?

400 4spd. · 06-02-2013, 10:18 PM

No idea how it would compare with the 17's. But I can tell you this, I tried 15x8 Rally IIs on my 67 with 275/60/15's, and the lip was close but not touching, 3/8" maybe?. Under driving/cornering conditions I think it would rub.
You also have to consider trim ring fitment with the 8" wheels.

fyrffytr1 · 06-02-2013, 10:32 PM

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Originally Posted by 400 4spd.

No idea how it would compare with the 17's. But I can tell you this, I tried 15x8 Rally IIs on my 67 with 275/60/15's, and the lip was close but not touching, 3/8" maybe?. Under driving/cornering conditions I think it would rub.
You also have to consider trim ring fitment with the 8" wheels.

I was just looking at the PY catalog and saw the 15x8s and they come with a trim ring. It probably isn't "correct" but neither were 15x8 Rally Is were they?
I am still undecided but I may go with 15x7s in whatever I get.

6 Grrrs · 06-03-2013, 07:58 AM

15" Rally IIs. Keep the 14s in case you ever decide you want it correct.

fyrffytr1 · 06-04-2013, 10:34 PM

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15" Rally IIs. Keep the 14s in case you ever decide you want it correct.

Whatever I go with I will definitely keep the originals. I still have the original front drum brakes in the shop.

fyrffytr1 · 06-09-2013, 06:16 PM

I am still waiting on my refund from Year One. once I get that I will update the totals. I still have to get the rest of the A/C stuff but that is about the only big expense left.
I haven't had a chance to drive the car this week what with work and the weather. The local cruise in is next Saturday and I hope to make it.
Y'all have a good one!

Old Blue 66 · 06-10-2013, 02:03 PM

Here's your wheels Phil.

fyrffytr1 · 06-10-2013, 07:35 PM

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Originally Posted by Old Blue 66

Here's your wheels Phil.

I don't like you anymore!!! That is beautiful!! What size tires and whose car?

Old Blue 66 · 06-11-2013, 01:42 AM

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Originally Posted by fyrffytr1

I don't like you anymore!!! That is beautiful!! What size tires and whose car?

Dunno. Saw it on Facebook and thought of you. Its stunning.

fyrffytr1 · 06-11-2013, 11:01 PM

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Dunno. Saw it on Facebook and thought of you. Its stunning.

Could you post a link to it? Maybe we can find out who it belongs to.

Nicks67GTO · 06-11-2013, 02:05 AM

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Here's your wheels Phil.

I sure wish we knew who owned this car?? I would love to ask a few questions

Greg Reid · 06-13-2013, 10:37 PM

As nice as that car is, I like yours better Phil....and I'm not just blowing smoke. Your car looks great!

fyrffytr1 · 06-13-2013, 10:52 PM

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Originally Posted by Greg Reid

As nice as that car is, I like yours better Phil....and I'm not just blowing smoke. Your car looks great!

Thanks Greg.

fyrffytr1 · 06-16-2013, 09:15 PM

Paul,
I have looked on Facebook as well without success. I appreciate your looking. Now. onto the Sunday update. I got my refund from YearOne on the 17" wheels and I spent $178.00 on a breaker-less ignition conversion from M&H. It took me 2 hours to install it and set the timing. I ended up taking the distributor out of the car to do it. It was much easier that way and I only got it off one notch when I put it back in! I fixed that and the car runs fine.
But, I have an issue with the transmission. When it gets hot it starts slipping between first and second gear shifts. The shop owner that built the tranny for me told me to bring the car back in and he would fix the problem. I told him he could do it at his convenience so I am waiting on a call to get it to the shop. I still drive the car but I take it easy.

My Labor @ 497 hrs........$9,940.00
Parts .........................$17,350.06
Outside Labor...............$18,434.00
Gifts............................$3,024.25

Total...........................$48,748.31

Old Blue 66 · 06-17-2013, 03:26 PM

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Originally Posted by fyrffytr1

Paul,
I have looked on Facebook as well without success. I appreciate your looking. Now. onto the Sunday update. I got my refund from YearOne on the 17" wheels and I spent $178.00 on a breaker-less ignition conversion from M&H. It took me 2 hours to install it and set the timing. I ended up taking the distributor out of the car to do it. It was much easier that way and I only got it off one notch when I put it back in! I fixed that and the car runs fine.
But, I have an issue with the transmission. When it gets hot it starts slipping between first and second gear shifts. The shop owner that built the tranny for me told me to bring the car back in and he would fix the problem. I told him he could do it at his convenience so I am waiting on a call to get it to the shop. I still drive the car but I take it easy.

My Labor @ 497 hrs........$9,940.00
Parts .........................$17,350.06
Outside Labor...............$18,434.00
Gifts............................$3,024.25

Total...........................$48,748.31

BINGO!!! I found it. Its on the Year One FB page. Its in the photo album "Our wheels on your cars" or this link about 26 rows down.

https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?f...type=3&theater

fyrffytr1 · 06-17-2013, 08:30 PM

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Originally Posted by Old Blue 66

BINGO!!! I found it. Its on the Year One FB page. Its in the photo album "Our wheels on your cars" or this link about 26 rows down.

https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?f...type=3&theater

No wonder the wheels fit. They used 245/40/17s. They also recommended that I put spring spacers in the rear coils. I did not want that look.

Jazz · 06-18-2013, 12:37 PM

fyrffytr1....

You are a brave soul ! ! !
I am So Scared to total mine up so far...
If I actually know the amount I may hang myself ! ! ... lol.

fyrffytr1 · 06-18-2013, 04:54 PM

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fyrffytr1....

You are a brave soul ! ! !
I am So Scared to total mine up so far...
If I actually know the amount I may hang myself ! ! ... lol.

As long as my wife doesn't see this thread I am OK! But, I just bought her a new Camry so she shouldn't have anything to say!

fyrffytr1 · 06-23-2013, 04:24 PM

I am getting my A/C underhood parts together so I can start putting them on the car. I bought a drier and POA valve from Pacecarjeff.com and was very pleased with the look of them. I still need to get the lines and hoses as well as route the vacuum lines and hook up the wiring. The vacuum lines I will need a lot of guidance on as they weren't on the car when I got it so I don't know how and where what goes.
But, I have faith that Y'all will lead me in the right direction.
I will update totals next week if I have anything more to add. Y'all have a good one.

fyrffytr1 · 06-30-2013, 06:19 PM

I didn't get any more parts ordered or anything done to the car this week. It has rained almost every day. It's all I can do to keep the grass cut. I have given up on trying to weed the flower beds! I will order some stuff this week and will update totals next week.

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