People will do a doubletake when you roll by sporting konigs rewind graphite wheels with machined lip. The original minilite wheel was one of the most successful competition wheels of the 1960s and 70s, winning track and rally events in a variety of different cars. The famous 8 spoke design was incorporated with subtle variations from the mag style to provide an attractive and unique minilite wheel. Online shopping from a great selection at books store. These wheels are 2 piece wheels front to back or back to front, machining pad changes back space.
Other wheels are 2piece and assembled to order with a 12 week turnaround. Hopefully accurately made so sit well on hub and are easily balanced i remember complaints on this forum about the a uality on the later nonuk made kn minators, although support above for jbw wheels. About a dozen years back i was lined up with an author and raring to go to publish a book on the company, techdel limited ie. It is the secondmost popular fibreglass car in history, with reliant being the secondbiggest ukowned car manufacturer for a time. Wire wheels are elegant and classic, and they look good on everything from a concoursquality ferrari or maserati to a 289 cobra or a jaguar etype. Minilite,minilite wheels,historic and classic car wheel. The original minilite wheel, was probably the most successful competition wheel of the 1960s and 70s. The genuine article if imitation is the sincerest form of flattery, the original minilite wheel must be blushing by craig fitzgerald from the september 2006 issue of hemmings motor news. Car wheels design matte black old car wheels mercedes benz. Im going to geek out on a more detailed history of the minilite now. Minilite wheels australia tractor rear wheel weights. The automotive aftermarket is rife with good ideas that have been reverse engineered by competitors looking to grab a slice of market share. Minilite alloy wheels for sale in uk view 60 bargains. Complete book of hot wheels schiffer military history.
Fascinating new hot wheels book chronicles toy cars 50year. As the name suggests, it was originally developed as a magnesium competition wheel for the then revolutionary new austin mini, but its instant success meant that it was soon to be seen on many of the serious race and rally cars of that era. The reliant robin is a small threewheeled car produced by the reliant motor company in tamworth, england. Vintage engineering new magnesium minilite replacement trans. A concise history of the alloy wheel auto universum. One of the first american racing wheels that were intended for the street was the aluminum torqthrust, introduced in 1963. Original minilite sport wheels inch listing as used but this wheel looks like it has never been installed and is in like new condition.
Originally developed for the bmc mini and produced in cast magnesium, the minilite made its competition debut in february of 1964. I think minilite still makes them if you are not on a budget. The earliest example of the minilite style i could find were fitted to late 50s cooper formula racecars. Available in classic silver or darker anthracite colors. Minilites were eventually available in a full range of sizes in both magnesium and aluminium. These wheels use 2 rim barrels to make the rim width.
Throughout australia, and even to the furthest reaches of russia, the usa, chile, and new zealand, superlites are known to bring the best to the gameand that is exactly what they do. This is for a single one only new 15 x 8 magnesium trans am eight spoke wheel that is faithful in detail to the wheels used in the sccas legendary trans. Jan 20, 2010 the minilite wheel was probably the most popular aftermarket wheel ever, ubiquitous on both road and track for decades. Magnesium alloy was chosen for weight savings, and minilite wheels quickly became a. Did john cooper have anything to do with the classic 8spoke design,or was it purely a minilite concept. Magnesium alloy was chosen for weight savings, and minilite wheels quickly became a popular choice for racing and road use. The original minilite wheel, probably the most successful competition wheel of the 1960s and 70s. Starting first time and rumbles away with menacing purpose. Default featured by name a z by name z a by price low to high by price high to low by manufacturer a z by manufacturer z a displaying 1. Having the best suited motorsport wheels for your race or rally car can make all the difference. I brought this as a trial machine but its not suitable for what i had planned so needs to go. It was offered in several versions mk1, mk2 and mk3 over a period of 30 years. Unfollow minilite wheels to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Minilite,minilite wheels,historic and classic car wheel replacement.
Other sizes can be made, but please call to discuss application. Magnesium wheels are wheels manufactured from alloys which contain mostly magnesium. Give your oe wire wheel equipped mgb a racing look with a set of minilite style wheels. The minilite wheel was probably the most popular aftermarket wheel ever, ubiquitous on both road and track for decades. Minilite wheels us minilite mag style click here for. The original aluminum torqthrust wheels were only produced in 14 by 6 shown on the right, 14 by 7, 15 by 6, 15 by 7, and 15 by 8 12 shown on the right. This wonderfully rare mk3 triumph gt6 which has been prepared for track use. Minilite mag the original with flat hub minilite sport aluminum with ridged hub minilite ev2000 aluminum for high offsets. Perhaps the most common replacement wheels which you can buy off the shelf these days are minilite replica 8spoke aluminum wheels. Car and driver magazine 2017 hellcat v8 stuffed into the 2018 jeep grand cherokee trackhawk aaron robinson chevy camaro zl1 sixspeed performance 2016 ford mustang gt evolves. No matter what youre driving, we have the right minilite wheels for your vehicle new and used automotive parts and accessories on sale. Minilite wheels usa will not share your information with third parties unless requested to do so. Minilite wheels are 8spoke design wheels, developed in 1962 for austin mini. Variations of the minilite wheel north american motoring.
Aftermarket magnesium wheels minilite magnesium wheels. Genuine minilite is a timeless style that will always be in fashion. Minilite sports wheels were introduced to provide a lower cost alternative to magnesium minilite in the 70s. Minilite no date minilite no date minilite 1970 minilite ad 1978 minilite 1979. The authentic look of the 60s manufactured using modern technology ensures our product is the only choice for the serious competition and classic car. The mga with an attitude alternate wheels wl201b minilite style. Documenting and preserving the history of vintage wheel catalogs. Whether your taste leans toward borranis, daytons, dunlops, or whatever else, two or threeeared spinners absolutely complete this ensemble. Presented in the desirable damson red with racing roundels and a nice set of inch minilite wheels on yokohama rubber. We offer a variety of minilite wheels for your automotive needs. Minilite enthusiast page, wheels available in the philippines through classic sportsparts inc. Australia is packed with color photographs, illustrations, and detailed maps that will help you discover australia regionbyregion, from the aboriginal sights of the northern territory to the wilderness of tasmania. Maybe somebody here can answer this,im curious about the developmental history of minilite wheels.
Complete book of hot wheels schiffer military history bob parker on amazon. Old car wheels mercedes benz car wheels diy seat covers. Development of the mgb started at least as early as 1958 with the prototype known by its abingdon codename. Konig rewind graphite wheels with machined lip rw75114006. In 1962, john ford and derek power sought to create a lightweight racing. Almost all our wheels are cast as blanks and we are able to machine a variety of pcds bolt patterns and offsets. These cool wheels feature a unique, 8spoke center with a. The following applications are the most common however, we specialise in custom offsets and rare applications, so if you do not see your requirements here please go to our technical section for more information. During this time spent indoors during shelter in place, i have been able to continue work on the mgb gt restoration. Now the same wheel is being produced in an affordable aluminium alloy to that original design. Triumph spitfire tr7 herald gt6 minilite style wheel 5. Here are 11 of the bestever wheel designs hagerty media. Trans am race engineering superlite wheels free shipping on. Minilite wheels having the best suited motorsport wheels for your race or rally car can make all the difference.
Here at neil allport motorsports we are new zealands only official distributor for minilite wheels. Minilite mag style wheels are available in a range of sizes as listed in the linked table. Old car wheels repurposed muscle car wheels products. Proven performance and a classic style ensured that they were soon popular with street car applications. In this book, the author traces the development of the wheel over 5000 years, depicting the human victory over space and inertia beginning with the its first form the captive roller. In structure the car was an innovative, modern design in 1962, utilizing a unitary structure, instead of the traditional bodyonframe construction used on both the mga and mg ttypes and the mgbs rival, the triumph tr series. Shop our selection of silver saleen minilite style wheels 20152020 at. Minilite wheels are available in a wide range of fitments for most historic and classic cars. They combine quality craftsmanship and oldschool style for great looks and performance on the street or track. Trans am race engineering is now in the united states with a warehouse located in the heart of irvine. For the mga they would be 15 x 512, and will accept up to 205 width size tires taller tire profiles may rub fenders. For the authentic look of the 60s, meeting all current regulations.
Oem porsche ats cookie cutter rims caps wheels tires. S rich history evolved through strong development and engineering coming from over a 25 year history in the motorsports industry down under in australia. Minilite wheels continue to be manufactured to the original design, with. Car wheels recycle hot rods car wheels rims cleanses. The offset is calculated from the centre line of the wheel to the back face of the wheel, and a backface in line with the centre of the wheel is zero offset.
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