40273 Wheel

[ivorydan]

Well, I need one new 40273. I've got the other three. Someone out there have one extra? Thanks! Dan

[rkapteyn]

Dan
Explain what you need 40273 is not a Stude number.
Bob K.

[BobPalma]

40273 is the universal NWRA (National Wheel & Rim Association) number for the slightly wider Ford wheel being sold by Bob Helm until stocks ran out (or low) about eight months ago, Bob. BP

[JBOYLE]

quote:Originally posted by BobPalma

40273 is the universal NWRA (National Wheel & Rim Association) number for the slightly wider Ford wheel being sold by Bob Helm until stocks ran out (or low) about eight months ago, Bob. BP

I thought the Ford wheel was 40709?
If it will do, there is a guy here that has soem in stock, inspected and painted. He's sold some to local Stude guys like Allen Barth.

63 Avanti R1 2788
1914 Stutz Bearcat
(George Barris replica)

Washington State

[Roscomacaw]

John,

Is it a qualifying factor that one has to be prtetty much like Allen Barth to be able to purchase these wheels. I'd like to think I wouldn't qualify.[:0][B)][:I][)]

1957 Transtar 1/2ton
1963 Cruiser
1960 Larkvertible V8
1958 Provincial wagon
1953 Commander coupe
1957 President two door

[ivorydan]

John, 40709 is the available replacement for 40273, but is 1/2 inch wider. Since I already have 3 of the 40273's, I need to stick to the same width for the 4th wheel, consequently need 40273. Dan

[JBOYLE]

quote:Originally posted by Mr.Biggs

John,
Is it a qualifying factor that one has to be prtetty much like Allen Barth to be able to purchase these wheels. I'd like to think I wouldn't qualify.[:0][B)][:I][)]

Now you tell me!!![:0]
He's got my gutted Avanti in several hundred pieces in his shop....

63 Avanti R1 2788
1914 Stutz Bearcat
(George Barris replica)

Washington State

[rkapteyn]

Ask Bob Helm
He may have a single straggler or one with slight paint damage

[ivorydan]

Thanks, Robert. I did talk to Bob. He has none left; said he could have sold 500 more if he had them. Said Hayes closed down the plant in Venezuela some time ago where they made this and other steel wheels.

The only hope is finding a dealer somewhere with some getting dusty on the shelf. The internet is the way. Dan

[BobPalma]

Dan (and anyone else in central Indiana): If you are so inclined and have the time, take one of your existing 40273 wheels down to Midwest Brake & Wheel at 1140 South West Street in Indianapolis, south and west a couple blocks from Lucas Oil Stadium.

I've been there several times and found all the counter men knowledgable and very helpful. They may be able to locate a stray for you. (But I'd advise doing it in person; a phone call might not yield what you really want.)

Or, they might come up with a set of four very close and you could sell your extra 40273s to people who themselves need "ones and twos". BP

[JBOYLE]

I sent you an email...the shop I mentioned [u]might</u> have what you need. But would like to see what you currently have just to be sure.

63 Avanti R1 2788
1914 Stutz Bearcat
(George Barris replica)

Washington State

[ivorydan]

AA Wheel & Truck Supply, Inc, Mo. 800-486-4335
Inventory as of 02/07/2009: 17

[259man]

quote:Originally posted by ivorydan

AA Wheel & Truck Supply, Inc, Mo. 800-486-4335
Inventory as of 02/07/2009: 17

Very good recommendation! They shipped the wheels the day I ordered them, which was on Thursday. I received the wheels on Monday. They were shipped from western Missouri to central Indiana. The price was very reasonable, even with shipping added on.

I highly recommend AA Wheel to anyone looking for the 40273 wheel.

One question to anyone who uses 40273 wheels. Do you need to use Ford lug nuts or do the Stude lugs work?

Thanks!

Tom
1960 Lark VIII
1962 Lark Cruiser

[64V-K7]

I have 40273 wheels on my Hawk and they did require the larger nut (13/16X 3/4"). They're plentiful at Autozone, but about $1.00 apiece


Bob Johnstone

https://www.studebaker-info.org

64 GT Hawk
55 President State Sedan
70 Avanti (R3)

[259man]

[quote]Originally posted by 55Prez

I have 40273 wheels on my Hawk and they did require the larger nut (13/16X 3/4"). They're plentiful at Autozone, but about $1.00 apiece


Thanks, Bob.

Tom
1960 Lark VIII
1962 Lark Cruiser