Watanabe wheels

[Zedrally]

Originally posted by Alfadog

That'd be a squashed fender!

Yes, no doubt it is and I would think thats only half the story as well!

[2ManyZs]

Recognize the wrinkles in the fender when you see the rest of the car?

http://www.classiczcars.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=5489&password=&sort=7&thecat=500

[Zedrally]

Oh I don't know about that. This could be from Alan's replica of the Safari Car!

[Caen Fred]

I am the proud owner of one of Alan's wata set! The other wheels (minilite, superlite,...) just don't match, if your after that real Z racing look!

The wheels where in good shape, and Alan went a long way (sandblasting, renewal of the thread!) to make them perfect.

Just my two euro cents...

[HS30-H]

Many thanks to Alfadog and Caen Fred for the endorsements.

I just weighed a wheel and it was 5.8kg without any packaging at all. Rather than try to find a box or boxes that will fit them exactly, I think I will bubblewrap them and fabricate a double-wall carboard wrapper for each pair. That might reduce the volume as well as the weight. Stay tuned.

Some more pictures:

[HS30-H]

Watanabe symbol is cast into each wheel:

[HS30-H]

"B" type identification and the Japanese safety marking are stamped into each wheel:

[HS30-H]

The "B" type marking and the 6.5j x 14 size identification are cast into the reverse side of each wheel:

[Z-point]

Originally posted by HS30-H

FOR SALE

One set of four R.S. WATANABE 8-spoke "Type B".

Size 6.5j x 14 inch.

114.3 PCD.

Good condition - but need stripping and repainting ( or polishing ).

Nice wheels for a 'period' look. I had these on my old red '73, which you can see amongst my Gallery pics.

£450 or very near offer. Can ship anywhere in the world at buyer's expense.

Please note that these wheels are located in London, England, UK.

By the time I get my paycheck next January, I’ll bid £400.

I think they will make a good look on my car instead of the 280ZX cross rims.

[HS30-H]

Hi Guus,

Actually, I should have thought about you and your car. These Watanabes would be a nice touch for it.

I'll drop you a PM.

[HS30-H]

Thanks everybody for the interest.

These wheels are now SOLD.:classic:

Alan T.

[Z Kid]

So will we be seeing these on Z points car soon