wtb 15"x 7" Rally rim

[don selleck]

looking for a 15x7 Rally rim to replace a damaged one, thanks.

 

[heminut]

We have a 'Parts Wanted' section. Probably get a better response posting this there.

 

[pschlosser]

new aftermarket, these wheels are readily available. for those seeking an OEM original with deep pockets, they often want part number matching and date codes. If you do not need such specific detail, consider buying an aftermarket wheel. Visually, I'm not sure many can tell them a part, once installed.

 

[don selleck]

new aftermarket, these wheels are readily available. for those seeking an OEM original with deep pockets, they often want part number matching and date codes. If you do not need such specific detail, consider buying an aftermarket wheel. Visually, I'm not sure many can tell them a part, once installed.

I saw those, since I only needed one thought i would seek an original. Didn't want to mismatch one rim in case they were slightly different look or weight.

 

[pschlosser]

I saw those, since I only needed one thought i would seek an original. Didn't want to mismatch one rim in case they were slightly different look or weight.

I don't think they are very different. Visually identical, except for maybe missing a factory part number and date codes (hidden under the trim ring)

 

[don selleck]

ya, I'm not concerned about numbers. I probably will end up going that route if I can't find one. thanks again for the info.

 

[DaveBob]

I saw those, since I only needed one thought i would seek an original. Didn't want to mismatch one rim in case they were slightly different look or weight.

Don - You are doing the right thing. The aftermarket copies have at least one obvious flaw. The valve stem doesn't align with one of the decorative holes so it doesn't get hidden in the reflection of the decorative hole on the trim ring. Also, the raised lip around each decorative hole was the sharpest and narrowest on the first stamping in 70-71. This lip got wider and more rounded with each successive version. Some aftermarket rims get this detail wrong as well. In the late 70s, I bought 15x7 rally wheels for $10-$15 a piece. I only bought the 70-71 stamping with part number 2944390 for my 70 Cuda. Back then, everyone was tossing the stock wheels in favor of mags and I wanted to be different.

 

[don selleck]

thanks for the info, will continue the search, i have some time before the rest of the car is road worthy.

 

[don selleck]

I think these are falling into the unataininium category. . The aftermarket does have wider models, looking better all the time.