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Old Jul 2, 2015 | 04:49 AM
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I got a set of Western Wheel Division knock off wheels I'm putting them on my 77 project. Is there any particular order they should be installed as to left hand or Right hand ? The car I took them off of the fronts I had to knock counterclockwise and the back wheels I had to knock clockwise ?
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I got a set of Western Wheel Division knock off wheels I'm putting them on my 77 project. Is there any particular order they should be installed as to left hand or Right hand ? The car I took them off of the fronts I had to knock counterclockwise and the back wheels I had to knock clockwise ?
Good info on both Corvette America and Wilcox web sites on installation.
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Good info on both Corvette America and Wilcox web sites on installation.
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They thread on towards the rear. I would put a little antiseize on the threads. There is a little suction cup tool that Zip has for removing the center cap so you don't damage it when trying to pry it out. Don't forget the safety pins (get new ones) and a good lead hammer.

When you put the wheel on, really make sure it is square and tight to the knock-off adapter as you tighten the knock-off.
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I think they add a mean look to a C3.

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