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Which steering wheel?
OK you experts, which steering wheel is correct for CSX2xxx and CSX3xxx? And COB/COX cars too, if there's a difference?
Here are three... Wheel #1 http://i1120.photobucket.com/albums/...toLita_475.jpg Wheel #2 http://i1120.photobucket.com/albums/...toLita_135.jpg Wheel #3 http://i1120.photobucket.com/albums/...oLita_375M.jpg Cheers, Glen |
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Wheel one looks right for the csx cars, 16 inch diameter.
Not sure what the cob/Cox cars had. |
No. 1 is correct (or as close as you'll get) for COB cars. Available from Motolita with the correct boss.
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None are correct!
#1 is close, can get the correct wheel from actoncustom.com #1 has the bend too far out from the center, it is close but no cigar :p |
How about correct for a MKI?
Larry |
That's what I meant. ActonCustom are showing wheel no.1 from Motolita on the website - do they offer another one as well?
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Jeff is correct, sort of. The flat center flang to kick up dimension is different. The wood stock, the color, the overall finish of the wood and aluminum are all "Upgraded" by the current original manufacturer. I have discussed this with Nick and I am not sure if he has addressed these issues with Motolita or even if they care. For most, the Nick supplied wheel should be good enough, or the best you can get.
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I don't believe the 'current' production of wheels use the same type of layers of wood as originals did.
http://farm3.staticflickr.com/2582/3...88b_z.jpg?zz=1 |
I want old-growth wood used on my wheel! Not going to settle for less!:3DSMILE:
Larry |
I agree that a version of wheel #1 (with the bends closer to the centre of the wheel) would seem to be more correct.
The wheel shown on Nick's website looks to me to be very similar to wheel #1, with the bend lines close to the inner end of the slots. Am I missing something? Acton Custom Enterprises Custom Metal for Cobra's Further information on the pictured wheels.... Wheel #1 is a MotoLita "Cobra" wheel, selling price around $475 Wheel #2 is a MotoLita "Mk 3" wheel, selling price around $135 Wheel #3 is a MotoLita "Mustang" wheel, selling price around $375 Cheers, Glen |
I have just been supplied with their stock wheel photo from MotoLita. I would put a picture of their wheels they do to my specs but I can't give away all my secrets ;-)
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Steering Wheel
Here are some photo's of my original wheel, hope this helpshttp://www.clubcobra.com/photopost/d..._Wheel_001.jpg http://www.clubcobra.com/photopost/d..._Wheel_003.jpg http://www.clubcobra.com/photopost/d..._Wheel_004.jpg
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The wheel that was installed by Shelby on my CSX4000 series Cobra appears to be an exact reproduction of the 3000 cars. The kick/ bend points are so close to the center that the Cobra emblem outer diameter actually overlaps them. The center emblem is raised enough so that it does not contact the bends......OD measures 15 inches and all slot lengths are 3 3/16 inches from outer radius to outer radius......The clear coat is starting to chip on mine.....Must lighten up on the grip !!
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Bruce you're a fabulous resource for us as always. You guys have eagle eyes. Spotting the bend is good work. Of course the 16" wheel was the correct size but with overstuffed seats on newer cars it puts the wheel against your knee when your trying to drive.
Rims have a layer or two like the old days. http://img607.imageshack.us/img607/7721/1214125.jpg If Jeff posted a picture of his you'd think it was 50 years old. |
Yes you would.................... :D
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It is so great when owners of original cars are willing to share info as such.
Thank you 3170 |
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What is the lever on the hub of the early mk1 used for?
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Directional switch, I thought it was timing but I guess they are newer fangled than something at least.
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