Halibrand Magnesium 427 Wheels

[rodneym]

Originally Posted by ACademic

... I'm starting to believe that this particular effort has some teeth to it, and I might as well speculate. Better to have 60 (80?) or so pounds of finely molded magnesium stored in my garage rafters than a stale pile of greenbacks sitting at some too-big-to-fail institution paying me crumbs. Plus it's more fun that way and you only live once.

Are you saying what I think you're saying? +1 for ACademic
No one could call you ACanemic with an act of bravery like that. I'll even supply the polybags and dessicant packets.

Oh, baby. Here we go again!
I'm getting my second wind.

[ACademic]

Until I see a fat lady with horns enter the stage, the possibility is still on.

[RodKnock]

Originally Posted by ACademic

Until I see a fat lady with horns enter the stage, the possibility is still on.

Please refer to Page 27, Post #392.

[ACademic]

Originally Posted by RodKnock

Please refer to Page 27, Post #392.

You probably posted that when you were just having a bad day.

[ERA Chas]

There are worse things to be called than boobs...

[RodKnock]

I think Patrick is on Spring Break. You would think he has every Internet device known to mankind. In fact, I think he said that some time back.

I think we should hit Darren up for 4 sets. He has two Kirkhams and both need two sets of shoes each. At least.

[patrickt]

Originally Posted by RodKnock

I think Patrick is on Spring Break. You would think he has every Internet device known to mankind. In fact, I think he said that some time back.

Of course I'm here. I'm just waiting for the UPS man.

[computerworks]

Is it time to move this thread to the Lounge?

[ERA Chas]

Originally Posted by computerworks

Is it time to move this thread to the Lounge?

NO! We'll be good boys-Rodney's gonna make it happen now.

[rodneym]

Originally Posted by computerworks

Is it time to move this thread to the Lounge?

One more week, please!
Don't pull the plug on my baby.
It's all I've got.

[patrickt]

Originally Posted by rodneym

It's all I've got.

Man, you need a new hobby....

[RodKnock]

If my math is right, then that's 7 sets confirmed.

Well, Halibrand will probably make them again someday. We'll just have to wait.

[RodKnock]

Don't hold your breath.

[bret a ewing]

Too bad SA and Kirk doesn't add them to the option list, great upfit.

[dcdoug]

Originally Posted by bret a ewing

Too bad SA and Kirk doesn't add them to the option list, great upfit.

I agree. I would have done it.

[RodKnock]

Originally Posted by dcdoug

I agree. I would have done it.

There aren't usually 2nd chances in life, but this could be one for you.

[ACademic]

Originally Posted by RodKnock

There aren't usually 2nd chances in life, but this could be one for you.

Sheeesh (quiet)! The plan is to just barely get enough volume to cross the finish-line. Then that makes my set all the more valuable.

[rodneym]

Originally Posted by bret a ewing

Too bad SA and Kirk doesn't add them to the option list, great upfit.

Yup yup. Some of those alum CSXers go to lots of expense to make their cars accurate.
How could you spend so much $$$ on an alum CSX and NOT have $4k mags? That price is not out of line by ANY means on a car like that. Not to mention some exquisite KMP's! I guess I should stop. The soap box is getting wobbly.

BTW, both SA and Kirkham know about......The Thread That Wouldn't Die

Still waiting for Fran. I got my hand the plug and ready to pull (if Ron and Jamo don't beat me to it)

[rodneym]

Fran called. We're a GO on the MAGNESIUM WHEELS!!!

He got the supplier to accept a "half order" for a 10% increase.
That's $1,100 per wheel or $4,400 per set.
Six pin. Adapters are available from other companies.
Fran can do ANY backspacing. Measure yours!! Be certain of them, front and back. Measure again. Fran needs this info from you.
Available in "All natural" or "Gold Centers".
50% deposit required. Fran will start when he gets ALL the deposits.
Wheels will say "COBRA II" and the measurement that applies, "15x7.5" for example. No HALIBRAND name (for obvious reasons).
Contact Fran NOW!!! (412) 441-5750. Operators are standing by.

It's time to put our money where our mouths are!
Contact Fran NOW!!! (412) 441-5750

The ride won't be over until the boxes arrive but hey...major hurdle jumped!!!

[RodKnock]

Originally Posted by rodneym

Fran called. We're a GO on the MAGNESIUM WHEELS!!!

He got the supplier to accept a "half order" for a 10% increase.
That's $1,100 per wheel or $4,400 per set.
Six pin. Adapters are available from other companies.
Fran can do ANY backspacing. Measure yours!! Be certain of them, front and back. Measure again. Fran needs this info from you.
Available in "All natural" or "Gold Centers".
50% deposit required. Fran will start when he gets ALL the deposits.
Wheels will say "COBRA II" and the measurement that applies, "15x7.5" for example. No HALIBRAND name (for obvious reasons).
Contact Fran NOW!!! (412) 441-5750. Operators are standing by.

It's time to put our money where our mouths are!
Contact Fran NOW!!! (412) 441-5750

The ride won't be over until the boxes arrive but hey...major hurdle jumped!!!

Come on now. Stop the April Fools jokes.

Questions, which you may or may not be able to answer.

1. When you say "gold center", is that Dow 7/dichromate or its modern equivalent being applied to the wheel?

2. Don't get me wrong, I like the fact that the wheels will have "Cobra II", and the sizing, embossed on the wheels, but the "Cobra II" isn't trademarked?

3. Is the supplier/manufacturer/foundry M&A Castings?