Halibrand Magnesium 427 Wheels

[Cobra Pack]

Not sure how I got in the mix here, but oh well. Here is the deal. Fran does not use computers, in fact I don't even know if he owns one. He had someone post on his behalf on the original post. He is well aware of the interest however.

When I talked to him today, he confirmed that he does have the molds already. He is ready to start as soon as people call him to confirm their interest and let them him know backspace needs etc.

If everyone calls him within the next couple of day, the run of wheel will start ASAP. He's ready to roll. It sounds like there will be some flexibility in backspace.

Again, his number is 412-441-5750

Thanks

[RodKnock]

Originally Posted by Cobra Pack

When I talked to him today, he confirmed that he does have the molds already. He is ready to start as soon as people call him to confirm their interest and let them him know backspace needs etc.

What is the backspace needed to fit a Kirkham?

[Cobra Pack]

Originally Posted by RodKnock

What is the backspace needed to fit a Kirkham?

They will be original spec unless you adjust them to your specific needs. You should take your wheels off and measure if you have any concerns.

[RodKnock]

Originally Posted by Cobra Pack

They will be original spec unless you adjust them to your specific needs. You should take your wheels off and measure if you have any concerns.

Maybe Rodney can help me out. They should be original spec.

[rodneym]

Well, it sure seems like things are shaping up for plan B.

As far as I understand, we have Trigos on our Kirkhams and Trigos are per original.

I'll call David Kirkham tomorrow. He'll know for sure.

Also, I emailed Richard yesterday with a sense of urgency. No response.

[601HP]

From Trigo's website:

TRIGO's 427 Cobra wheels are the same as the original 427 Cobra wheels and are intended for use on original or replica Cobras requiring a 6-pin configuration.
They are available in stock Cobra sizes:
Front, 7 1/2" x 15, 2.750 backspace | Rear, 9 1/2" x 15, 3.650 backspace

David

[rodneym]

I called David Kirkham just now.
The Trigos on Kirkhams are standard backspacing per original 427's.

I'll call Richard at Halibrand and tell him how things are shaping up.
I think he deserves to know. Someday he'll run them and eventually sell them all. But it's not easy paying taxes on stock that's collecting dust

A. How many on our list will buy Fran's wheels?

B. How many will wait for Halibrand?

C. How many would buy from Fran now AND buy from Halibrand (eventually)?

Personally, I think I'm on the A list and heavily leaning towards C. Either way, mags are in my future.

Anyone else?