C-1, 5.5" wheels - Are Repro's Available?

[David B.]

Is anybody reproducing 5-1/2" wide C-1 wheels (RPO276)? Or, is there a cross reference wheel for another vehicle that is close in appearance for non-judged use.

Thanks,
Dave

[Dan A.]

Re: C-1, 5.5" wheels - Are Repro's Available?

Not an area I have any real in depth knowledge. I have seen GM wheel part number 3838080 used. They are 15x5.5 and were a service only replacement wheel. If memory serves they became available in 1966. I don’t think they are available from the General anymore. The configuration of the rim accommodates disk brakes on the “8080” wheel.

[Verle R.]

Re: C-1, 5.5" wheels - Are Repro's Available?

David,

Early to mid 60's Chevrolet station wagons had wheels that are an approximation. They are 15", I think they are six inches wide, they do have the correct "nubs" on the hub to attach dog dish hubcaps.

A friend has a set on his 56. They look good and fit right.

Verle

[David B.]

Re: C-1, 5.5" wheels - Are Repro's Available?

Just what I needed to know.

Thanks Verle and Dan : )

David

[John D.]

Re: C-1, 5.5" wheels - Are Repro's Available?

David, Scroll down about a dozen posts and you will see someone asking for George "Seltzer" phone number. Wrong spelling. Anyhow call George for the repro wheels. I had a set of NOS 15-5-1/2 wheels with 4-3/4 bolt pattern. Thought I was gonna retire selling those wheels. Trouble was that instead of having the nubs to hold the cheap hubcap the wheels had big heavy duty spring clips riveted on. John

[David B.]

Re: C-1, 5.5" wheels - Are Repro's Available?

Thanks John. I will check that out.
If you retired though, I would miss out on gawking at the beautiful FI Units you bring to Carlisle each year

David Banwarth