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View Poll Results: What Wheels Best Suit a 105?
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GTA
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Cromodora
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Minilight
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Other (please post a convincing photo)
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06-26-2007, 01:55 AM
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What Wheels Best Suit a 105???
Well I know I'm only new here, but I am seeking some expert opinion regarding the best wheels for my 1750 GTV (or any 105 series GTV for that matter). I am going to need new tyres at some point in the near future and I realise my current rims are a bit dodgy, so I need to get on the lookout for some new ones. Since there are a few fairly common styles of aftermarket wheels people put on their 105's I thought it best to put it to the vote...
So I am chosing between the following common styles...
1. GTA
2. Cromodora
3. Minilights (or any equivalent)
4. Other Style - please nominate & post a convincing picture.
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06-26-2007, 02:07 AM
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By the way - this is the car they will be going on. I should have added a fifth option for those who think I should leave well enough alone...
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06-26-2007, 03:30 AM
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My personal view is the Momo Vega is the nicest looking wheel, especially on the later versions. My next choice would be GTA rims.
Although I think the Momo's suit some colours more than others, and I've never seem them on a car the colour of yours. The wheels on your car look fine to me.
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06-26-2007, 03:44 AM
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Momo Vegas are a bit too flashy for my liking. I'll chalk one up for the existing wheels to stay (my wife will be happiest if that is the final outcome). I guess since I have never seen another 105 with these rims I haven't really been that confident about their appropriateness.
I thought I would add this link to an earlier thread on what wheels people have on their cars - part of my research base.
http://www.alfabb.com/bb/forums/suspension-brakes-wheels-tires/1359-what-kinda-wheels-does-your-alfa-have.html
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06-26-2007, 04:12 AM
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Since wheels are very much a personal choice, it will be interesting to see if the poll reveals any sort of preference... I don't think you can go wrong with any of the choices you've posted. Personally, I think the GTA wheels look very good in a car from that era, but I like the other choices too.
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I know you car. I have seen you on Oxley Rd or on Honour Avenue from time to time. I have an Olive green Metalic S2 1750. I have always been coming the other way or out walking when you have gone past. Would really like to have a closer look at your car one day.
Phil
Oh and my wheel choice, either GTA wheels or originals wheels with hubcaps.
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06-26-2007, 08:25 AM
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[QUOTE]
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Originally Posted by Solmanic
Well I know I'm only new here, but I am seeking some expert opinion regarding the best wheels for my 1750 GTV (or any 105 series GTV for that matter). I am going to need new tyres at some point in the near future and I realise my current rims are a bit dodgy, so I need to get on the lookout for some new ones. Since there are a few fairly common styles of aftermarket wheels people put on their 105's I thought it best to put it to the vote...
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However. In period, Campagnolo actually had a fairly large range of Alfa wheels and, honestly, just about all of 'em looked very appropriate on the cars. I have, for instance, a set of Campy "star" mags which suit the 105 design so well that I'm going to use them on my car.
Somewhere in this pile of debis that passes for a study, I have an original Campy wheel catalogue listing all the the various Alfa specific fitments, including wheel offsets. When I find it, I'll scan it and put it on the forum.
Nice car, btw.
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06-26-2007, 03:59 PM
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Thanks Jim,
It would be good to post a catalogue of those period wheels. It would also be interesting to see which, of the plethora of alloy wheels seen on 105's, were actually available as dealer supplied, after-market options in those days.
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06-26-2007, 04:02 PM
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Quote:
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I know you car. I have seen you on Oxley Rd or on Honour Avenue from time to time.
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It's a small, small world! I'll keep an eye out for you - when I get a new $%&# battery (surely a battery with a two year warranty should last longer than two years and four months! )
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06-26-2007, 04:09 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Solmanic
It's a small, small world! I'll keep an eye out for you - when I get a new $%&# battery (surely a battery with a two year warranty should last longer than two years and four months! ) |
Doubt you will spot me anytime soon, the 1750 is currently being stripped down for my respray and body work. Your welcome to pop round and take a look. PM me.
BTW what sort of battery did that to you. I bought a Bosche for mine, bit worried that it will spoil before I get her back on the rd again. Silly thing to do but 6Mths ago I was happy to keep driving her as she was. Now super keen to have her fully restored and am doing as much as I can myself
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I may only own two ALFAs now, but the handle stays as I am always chasing another one.
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06-26-2007, 05:48 PM
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Personally, I prefer the original steel wheels with the proper large ring wheelcovers. My first choice though for a non stock wheel is a Minilite/Panasport.
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06-26-2007, 11:25 PM
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I agree Papajam. Im a big fan of the steel wheels....especially the widened ones that fill the guards out nicely.
There seem to be a few variations on this theme. Some show a smooth rim/ridge form the inside out to the edge ( photo 1 ) whereas others seem to have an additional rim/ridge/ledge half way out ( photo 2 ). I prefer the smooth edged version.
I believe that the additional rim/ridge/ledge is where an original narrow wheel has been widened.
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06-27-2007, 02:24 AM
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Availability is going to be a big factor
Finding momo vegas or cromodoras is a bit difficult (only harder bit is paying for them) whereas superlites can be ordered new, as can GTA replicas (although, paying for them is also a problem).
Widened steelies is also a cool look - esp 15's with the big hub cap for a 1750 or 1600 style car - very nice.
I like the wheels you have. Offset is a bit escortish, but looks very period, nice dish, cool.
However, more importantly than the wheels, that car seriously needs to be dumped about two inches - go see Avanti at Northgate and buy some springs dude!
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06-27-2007, 02:52 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by gtv27
However, more importantly than the wheels, that car seriously needs to be dumped about two inches - go see Avanti at Northgate and buy some springs dude!
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Yeah she looks a bit high, probably has Berlina springs I have seen that before in the UK. Jason any idea what Richard charges for Springs ?
Take a look at this. BTW the car in this photo now belongs to a BBer in the UK and it is fitted with GTA wheels, oh and the spring issue has been fixed.
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1961 MGA 1600 Roadster, British Racing Green
1966 Giulia Sprint GT ,Argento
1970 1750 GTV s2, Verde Olivo Metallica (AR213)
2005 Holden Rodeo LT Crew Cab, Fox Fire Red
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Previously owned
1983 Ford Laser KB, Beige
1985 Volvo 360 GLT Dark Mettalic Blue
1970 GT Junior stepnose Resprayed Red, Giallo Ochre
1923 Amilcar Sports, rusty
I may only own two ALFAs now, but the handle stays as I am always chasing another one.
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06-27-2007, 03:02 AM
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Now THAT'S WHAT I'M TALKING ABOUT!!!
Thanks Timbo.
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