could someone tell me exactly what these wheels are called??
It has been suggested that theyre dunlop D1’s??
definately on an elan.
thanks in anticipation!!
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could someone tell me exactly what these wheels are called??
It has been suggested that theyre dunlop D1’s??
definately on an elan.
thanks in anticipation!!
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I have always heard them referred to a Lotus spider style alloy wheels. Dont know if they have a proper name
cheers
Rohan
They look similar/maybe same as the rims fitted to the Ford Cortina MkII
1600E (albeit spinnered not bolt on).
Can’t remember the darned name though.
Regards,
Stuart.
Stuart,
I believe you’re thinking of the “Rostyle” wheels of the period.
They were however pressed steel.
I think Rohan’s hit the nail on the head.
That wheel & tyre look a bit beyond saving though.
I’ve seen those wheels for sale new at Paul Matty.
John
“Lotus Brand Alloy Wheels”.
Matthew
They look like Dunlop mags. I have seen many +2’s and Europas with these wheels. It is likely they were an option.
A friend has recently bought a new set for his +2. I like 'em.
Peter
66S2
I would have to agree with Peter. Those are the nicest alloys I have ever seen fitted to an Elan and would love to see what they looked like after a trip to a good Alloy wheel refurb specialist.
Andy
Just checked out Paul Matty’s website and it appears those wheels are on special offer at the moment:
[i]Knock on Alloy
Paul Matty P/N: WGRWH050C
51/2" x 13" Knock on Alloy wheel
RRP - ?96.00 *
Special Price - ?94.08 *
Would like to point out I am nothing to do with the company, was just curious as I wouldn’t mind a set myself.
Are those the same size as the standard Colin Chapman special steel wheels?
Cheers
Andy
No they are 5 1/2 J x 13. Original Elan steel wheels are 4 1/2J x 13
They will fit however; the 70’s race boys favour them on their Elans. They are a very tight fit around the rear outer lower wishbone bolts. The hexagon heads normally need the attention of an angle grinder or file.
John
Very true about the tightness of fit.
Use as thin a bolt head as you can, and use a 6 pt socket when removing to keep from rounding the heads.
The improvement in handling is worth it though. This allows you to run 165-13 instead of the standard 155-13 (or 185/70-13, 185/60-13) and use 28/33 tire pressures. The steering is more precise and the handling limits noticably higher.
David
1968 36/7988