5 spoke wheels on a 92?
02-17-2015, 06:05 PM
#21
Melting Slicks
Well I ended up purchasing a set of original A-Molds from Ron, who delivered them this past Saturday. I thought about it for awhile, and then decided to buy them. Although the A-Molds on my 94 are in great shape, I feel that these will be harder to find in the future. Now, if I damage a wheel, I don't have to worry about finding a replacement or getting a repair in order to keep the Z on the road.
They are in near excellent condition, just needing a good clean-up both outside and inside. And having all of the GM markings, they are as original as original can be......also they have had a few owners before me. It seems like they are making the rounds with ZR-1 owners.....
All in all, I feel that I made the right decision and a great purchase...
Thank you Ron for the delivery, shame about the snow.......
They are in near excellent condition, just needing a good clean-up both outside and inside. And having all of the GM markings, they are as original as original can be......also they have had a few owners before me. It seems like they are making the rounds with ZR-1 owners.....
All in all, I feel that I made the right decision and a great purchase...
Thank you Ron for the delivery, shame about the snow.......
Last edited by 74 LS4-454; 02-17-2015 at 06:07 PM.
02-18-2015, 08:15 AM
#22
Racer
I've always wondered what the differences were between real GM A molds and the repro versions, other than markings. Are they in some way lesser quality. And where did the term A-Mold come from?
Also, about the rear wheel mentioned above, how could an eleven inch rear not have the deep recess and still fit a ZR-1. It must certainly have a different offset.
It would be great if we could have a chart with the specs and description of all the different stock appearing wheels that have been offered for the C4 ZR-1, (including the GM/GS wheels), their differences, and their markings.
As for my 91', I bought a set of the 94/95 style versions for use with racing tires as soon as they came out in the mid nineties, and have never bothered to look for factory markings. I assume they're repros.
They are still on the car, but those original saw blades are looking better every year.
Also, about the rear wheel mentioned above, how could an eleven inch rear not have the deep recess and still fit a ZR-1. It must certainly have a different offset.
It would be great if we could have a chart with the specs and description of all the different stock appearing wheels that have been offered for the C4 ZR-1, (including the GM/GS wheels), their differences, and their markings.
As for my 91', I bought a set of the 94/95 style versions for use with racing tires as soon as they came out in the mid nineties, and have never bothered to look for factory markings. I assume they're repros.
They are still on the car, but those original saw blades are looking better every year.
02-20-2015, 07:42 PM
#23
Instructor
Thread Starter
I've always wondered what the differences were between real GM A molds and the repro versions, other than markings. Are they in some way lesser quality. And where did the term A-Mold come from?
Also, about the rear wheel mentioned above, how could an eleven inch rear not have the deep recess and still fit a ZR-1. It must certainly have a different offset.
It would be great if we could have a chart with the specs and description of all the different stock appearing wheels that have been offered for the C4 ZR-1, (including the GM/GS wheels), their differences, and their markings.
As for my 91', I bought a set of the 94/95 style versions for use with racing tires as soon as they came out in the mid nineties, and have never bothered to look for factory markings. I assume they're repros.
They are still on the car, but those original saw blades are looking better every year.
Also, about the rear wheel mentioned above, how could an eleven inch rear not have the deep recess and still fit a ZR-1. It must certainly have a different offset.
It would be great if we could have a chart with the specs and description of all the different stock appearing wheels that have been offered for the C4 ZR-1, (including the GM/GS wheels), their differences, and their markings.
As for my 91', I bought a set of the 94/95 style versions for use with racing tires as soon as they came out in the mid nineties, and have never bothered to look for factory markings. I assume they're repros.
They are still on the car, but those original saw blades are looking better every year.
02-22-2015, 06:16 AM
#24
Le Mans Master
Well I ended up purchasing a set of original A-Molds from Ron, who delivered them this past Saturday. I thought about it for awhile, and then decided to buy them. Although the A-Molds on my 94 are in great shape, I feel that these will be harder to find in the future. Now, if I damage a wheel, I don't have to worry about finding a replacement or getting a repair in order to keep the Z on the road.
They are in near excellent condition, just needing a good clean-up both outside and inside. And having all of the GM markings, they are as original as original can be......also they have had a few owners before me. It seems like they are making the rounds with ZR-1 owners.....
All in all, I feel that I made the right decision and a great purchase...
Thank you Ron for the delivery, shame about the snow.......
They are in near excellent condition, just needing a good clean-up both outside and inside. And having all of the GM markings, they are as original as original can be......also they have had a few owners before me. It seems like they are making the rounds with ZR-1 owners.....
All in all, I feel that I made the right decision and a great purchase...
Thank you Ron for the delivery, shame about the snow.......
many of the repos don't have the deep dish rear lug nut area, and are typically heavier
the stock a molds are pretty hard to beat and even many of the aftermarket rims aren't as light
it was a fun trip, I headed up to atlantic city and flipped some black jack, walked away with enough to pay the rip off 20 parking *(last time I was there it was 5 !!) and enjoyed some gale force winds on the board walk wow it was cold
just north of Pa ran into some snow which was NEW for the LSV other than cruising skyline in some flurries
a few dicey moments as about an inch fell in an hour
made it back to the highway and a relatively drama free cruise home
enjoy the rims! you have a great collection vettes that spans generations
I'm a c3, 4, 5 lover so I have one of each
the next zr1 will be a tempting piece as well
great meeting you, keep in touch
02-22-2015, 01:46 PM
#25
Melting Slicks
many of the repos don't have the deep dish rear lug nut area, and are typically heavier
the stock a molds are pretty hard to beat and even many of the aftermarket rims aren't as light
it was a fun trip, I headed up to atlantic city and flipped some black jack, walked away with enough to pay the rip off 20 parking *(last time I was there it was 5 !!) and enjoyed some gale force winds on the board walk wow it was cold
just north of Pa ran into some snow which was NEW for the LSV other than cruising skyline in some flurries
a few dicey moments as about an inch fell in an hour
made it back to the highway and a relatively drama free cruise home
enjoy the rims! you have a great collection vettes that spans generations
I'm a c3, 4, 5 lover so I have one of each
the next zr1 will be a tempting piece as well
great meeting you, keep in touch
the stock a molds are pretty hard to beat and even many of the aftermarket rims aren't as light
it was a fun trip, I headed up to atlantic city and flipped some black jack, walked away with enough to pay the rip off 20 parking *(last time I was there it was 5 !!) and enjoyed some gale force winds on the board walk wow it was cold
just north of Pa ran into some snow which was NEW for the LSV other than cruising skyline in some flurries
a few dicey moments as about an inch fell in an hour
made it back to the highway and a relatively drama free cruise home
enjoy the rims! you have a great collection vettes that spans generations
I'm a c3, 4, 5 lover so I have one of each
the next zr1 will be a tempting piece as well
great meeting you, keep in touch
when I saw you come around the corner in the Z, (of course I heard you long before you arrived) I said, "whaaaaaat", wish I had snapped a pic, but was to concerned about getting you back on your way with the snow....well at least I know they go in the snow
......a little fishtail when you pulled away, but what a sight.......and your Z looked and sounded great even snow covered.....you mean my Hotwheel collection???
I'm happy with the Vettes that I have, would like to own a 58-62 one day, we shall see. I need to get the 74 back together and finish up on the 82 before I even think about that....
great meeting you also, will do......
02-23-2015, 11:33 PM
#26
a molds
Enjoy your aftermarket a molds because they look just like the origianls.
ed ramos #3028
03-01-2015, 08:36 AM
#27
Melting Slicks
Well I ended up purchasing a set of original A-Molds from Ron, who delivered them this past Saturday. I thought about it for awhile, and then decided to buy them. Although the A-Molds on my 94 are in great shape, I feel that these will be harder to find in the future. Now, if I damage a wheel, I don't have to worry about finding a replacement or getting a repair in order to keep the Z on the road.
They are in near excellent condition, just needing a good clean-up both outside and inside. And having all of the GM markings, they are as original as original can be......also they have had a few owners before me. It seems like they are making the rounds with ZR-1 owners.....
All in all, I feel that I made the right decision and a great purchase...
Thank you Ron for the delivery, shame about the snow.......
They are in near excellent condition, just needing a good clean-up both outside and inside. And having all of the GM markings, they are as original as original can be......also they have had a few owners before me. It seems like they are making the rounds with ZR-1 owners.....
All in all, I feel that I made the right decision and a great purchase...
Thank you Ron for the delivery, shame about the snow.......
Beautiful set of wheels!!!
Good future planning!
Purchased from a great guy at a great price!
Nice to see everyone make out on the deal!
Now get busy and finish the 74!
Marty
03-01-2015, 03:00 PM
#28
Melting Slicks
Still thinking about Ron driving up in his ZR-1 to make the delivery in the snow....
thought I had seen everything.....Good guy, and I also felt it was a great price!!!
About the 74, well I my buddy Chris has a bet with me, (that is where the 74 is residing, in his garage) that it would be done by the end of June. That is suspension and motor in.......
looks like I will lose that one and have to buy him lunch at the establishment of his choosing.....looks like it is going to cost me some $$$......Even my wife keeps asking me if it will ever be done in our lifetime
She is anxious to see the 74 come back to life, and so am I. Making every attempt to have it running sometime during the summer. Just going to make it happen!!!Later..........Tom
