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8 lugs wheels on an A body
Is it possible to install 8 lug wheels on a 65 A body? is anyone aware of that happening? if so, what had to be modified?
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That’s something I’ve thought about, too. I’d think that if the narrow space in the rear wheel Wells isn’t an issue, it can be done.
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It can be done, but I can't help with any details on what it entails.
PMD had plans to offer them on the A-Body platform but it was said to be too costly.
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This was in the parking lot at Norwalk.
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thanks for the responses, they look good, would like them better with blackwalls, or red lines.
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I would look into getting the factory specs of the early B-Bodies rear axle and front spindles to determine what it may entail.
Knowing the rear drum bolt, pattern/backspace along with spindle dimensions would at least give you a starting point.
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I don't love it. And that's coming from someone who's been an 8 lug fan for a very long time. K
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Scarebird has been working on a long term project that would recreate the look of a factory 8 lug wheel by using a flat plate that would bolt to the hub, with a 3D printed decorative cap on top to mimic the 8 lug hub. If it ever comes to fruition, I'd think the design could be adapted to match the bolt pattern of an A body. https://forums.maxperformanceinc.com...d.php?t=846445
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Last edited by Stuart; 04-19-2021 at 04:42 PM. |
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Not as wide but cool nonetheless...
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