Re: Wanted: M37 Wheels - Original Type


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Posted by Woody on November 09, 1997 at 23:03:21:

In Reply to: Wanted: M37 Wheels - Original Type posted by Alan Bowes on October 19, 1997 at 14:42:34:

Try ACME Truck Parts & Equip., Stockton, CA.
(800-545-2263) They HAD a bunch not all that long ago. And, they may be able to tell you where a military sales depot (like Calif.'s Rough and Ready, might be near you. That's where I got wheels for my old 43 GMC 6X6.
: Hi,

: I'm looking for two original-type Budd or Goodyear wheels for my M37. They must be in EXCELLENT condition and practically rust-free inside and out. The split rings must also be absolutely straight and with practically no rust.

: A couple of people have told me this is impossible, but I know otherwise. So far, I've found three very nice wheels. One of them had absolutely NO rust whatsoever and the others only some light surface rust inside with no deep pits. Most of the used wheels that I find have a fair amount of rust inside the rim, forming two bands around the rim that correspond to the gaps between the flap and the tire beads. This is where water collects and stays wet for a long time. When the rust is sandblasted off, the pits from the rust often go quite deep into the metal. Even though the wheels may be safe enough, I'm trying to do a first-rate restoration job on this vehicle and I'd like to find some parts in the best possible condition.

: If you have a couple of nice wheels you'd like to sell, let me know.

: Thanks,

: Alan
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