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Old December 7th, 2014, 05:42 PM
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Default Re: Split rims worth $$ ?

So, the split rims are called "widowmakers" because of how dangerous they can be when they come apart - 90% of today's tire stores will not mount tires to these rims because of how many people have been killed and seriously hurt by them. So the value of these type wheels is hard to say because its so hard to find anyone who will use them. I chose to retain the original split rims on my 64 despite all this because I wanted to run the stock hubcaps. Likewise, I have bought a 3/4 ton 59 Apache now that will arrive here soon from Idaho, and it does not have the stock split rims, but I was considering hunting a set for it because I incidentally happen to already have a set of the correct hubcaps for it. I would like for some other members to chime in on their thoughts on values of these type wheels before I say anything about what I think they are worth....would like you to get a good accurate idea from people who are not necessarily interested in buying them first
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1960 1001 Custom Cab short wideside BBW, 305A V6, factory PB, Hood Jet, Radio and Hydramatic.

1962 K1000 4x4 short wideside, BBW, 305D w/ SM420, PTO Winch

1966 1001 Custom Cab short wideside, w/ super rare Sport Trim option interior (bucket seats)
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