02-26-2003, 11:10 AM
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Join Date: Feb 2000
Location: San Antonio,
TX
Cobra Make, Engine: Former owner: JCF 289 slabside, ERA #329 and 424, GTD "Essex Wire" GT40; currently enjoying Hi-Tech 427 #147
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John, yes, they are 8's and 10's. They are ERA's "insert" FIA-look wheels. If you are not familiar with those, ERA uses a Centerline wheel with an adaptor that bolts underneath the lugs. The insert fits over the adaptor and is held on by a normal Halibrand-type spinner. It looks like a normal knock-off wheel as the lugs are well hidden by the insert. Painting the "hidden" part of the wheel and the lug nuts flat black helps, too.
I don't know if ERA is still selling these wheels, as I have heard that Centerline no longer produces the style of wheel necessary to hold the insert in. They come up for sale occasionally on this forum, however; I've seen two or three sets in the $1000 range, complete, over the last three years.
As far as fitment, I've had no problems. The front tires are 245's and the rears 295's, I believe. They are Comp T/A's which are unfortunately one of the only choices in the 15" size these days. They provide decent traction for street driving but that's about it. I haven't a clue as to backspacing but ERA can probably provide you with those details if needed--try asking Bob P. on the ERA forum which is part of Club Cobra.
Hope this helps--
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