1971 Wheel Upgrade
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1971 Wheel Upgrade
Hi Guys ,
Hello from Ireland I am looking to upgrade my wheels on a 71 vette (my peide and joy) I currently have the original rally style which are great but i am looking for something more sporty and advice pics etc would be greatly appreciated. It also has the standard 350 ci 275 hp engine which I am looking to beef up. prob upgrade the carb and manifold intake along with new cams also disconnecting the a/c for a extra bit of hp finishing off with a nice set of side pipes. I would love to hear from anyone who has carried out these minor mods your thoughts, suggestions etc.
Many Thanks
Tony
Hello from Ireland I am looking to upgrade my wheels on a 71 vette (my peide and joy) I currently have the original rally style which are great but i am looking for something more sporty and advice pics etc would be greatly appreciated. It also has the standard 350 ci 275 hp engine which I am looking to beef up. prob upgrade the carb and manifold intake along with new cams also disconnecting the a/c for a extra bit of hp finishing off with a nice set of side pipes. I would love to hear from anyone who has carried out these minor mods your thoughts, suggestions etc.
Many Thanks
Tony
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Hi, and welcome to the Forum
Here's a site to check out for wheels. Hopeing to buy a set in the near future myself(not sure what style yet)
http://nostalgiawheels.com/
Any wheels you are interested in, make certain they will fit a C3 Vette. Some won't because of the Vettes brake design
Here's a site to check out for wheels. Hopeing to buy a set in the near future myself(not sure what style yet)
http://nostalgiawheels.com/
Any wheels you are interested in, make certain they will fit a C3 Vette. Some won't because of the Vettes brake design
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If you like the "period correct" look take a look at http://www.etwheels.com/ and www.vintagewheelworks.com . Several forum members have delt with both companies and have been very satisfied. I delt with the former of the two and could not be more satisfied with the product and customer service.
Last edited by 3JsVette; Nov 26, 2009 at 10:43 PM.
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Since you are modernizing the wheels, you might as well buy newer 'looking' wheels & tires that are more readily available. 15" wheels and tires are becoming scarce with few choices; 16"-18" wheels are plentiful as are 50 series tires to fit them. Consider that option rather than staying with 15" rims.
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