Raymond Compton Posted February 5, 2015 Report Share Posted February 5, 2015 The ad in the Fall Winter Avanti magazine for replica Halibrand #7011 wheels caught my eye. Having lusted for those wheels since the introduction of the Avanti, I found the ad almost too good to be true. No matter the hobby, we have all seen ads that were, to use the computer term, "vapor ware". Ads placed to determine the level of interest for the new product, which may or may not ever become available. When I saw a posting on the Studebaker Drivers Club forum that the wheels had arrived at Real Rodders Wheels, I gave them a call. Yes, the wheels did exist and Jon Myer was making the spinners in a partnership deal. I ordered a set of five, to have a spare. I sent a check, to save the credit card charge and in about a week, Pat O'Brien called to notify me that the wheels had been shipped. They arrived yesterday, two days after the call. If you have seen the ad for the wheels or the picture on the http://www.realrodderswheels.biz/ web site, they do not do the wheels justice. I think that these reproductions are much better looking than the originals, which by modern standards, look to be roughly finished. Anyway, if you have ever wanted these wheels for your Avanti, Hawk, or Lark, now is the time. Limited market, limited production items such as these wheels tend to disappear from the market all too soon. When I bring my Avanti II out of winter storage in March, I will post pictures of the mounted wheels. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Silverplate Posted February 7, 2015 Report Share Posted February 7, 2015 Look forward to the photos Raymond. What did you use for spinners? Thanks, Mike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marc212 Posted March 21, 2015 Report Share Posted March 21, 2015 Art Thumwood showed his beautiful 1963 Avanti at Amelia Island sporting the new Halibrand style wheels with spinners from Jon Myers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marc212 Posted March 21, 2015 Report Share Posted March 21, 2015 Here are three more images showing the Halibrand style wheels on my 1964 R2 Avanti. The wheels are 6 inches wide and have 225x75x15 tires mounted. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gunslinger Posted March 21, 2015 Report Share Posted March 21, 2015 Looks really sharp. I think they have a better appearance than the originals. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
plwindish Posted March 22, 2015 Report Share Posted March 22, 2015 Raymond, those wheels should really set off your car! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mfg Posted March 22, 2015 Report Share Posted March 22, 2015 Looks great!....Worth every penny you paid for them! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
warren55 Posted March 22, 2015 Report Share Posted March 22, 2015 I just saw a set over at Avanti NW, and they are very nice. Much nicer than the originals! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MARK Posted March 23, 2015 Report Share Posted March 23, 2015 I was at York PA and had a chance to view a sample wheel. WOW O WOW really nice. If my final restoration on my 63 GT Hawk bill is about $1500 under the estimate I will order. As we all know, final bills are never under, maybe time to save up a few extra $ for a set. Beautiful addition Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Create an account or sign in to comment
You need to be a member in order to leave a comment
Create an account
Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!
Register a new accountSign in
Already have an account? Sign in here.
Sign In Now