In the final chapter of my custom wheel fitting series, I reflect on fitting custom aluminum wheels to vintage axles and a modern Auto World chassis. Initially dissatisfied with their appearance on a ’72 Buick Skylark, I found a better fit with a ’66/’67 Chevy Nova, resulting in a satisfying build outcome.
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Threaded Aluminum Wheels, Pt II: Going Full Kustom!
On February 9, I shared insights about AJ’s aluminum wheels and my plan to test modern aluminum wheels on an Ultra G muscle car. I purchased a new ‘72 Buick Skylark GS in “Cortez Gold” for this purpose. The experiment’s results were surprising, revealing unexpected issues during the setup.
Threaded Aluminum Wheels, Pt I: What’s The Deal, Really?
The post discusses the author’s experience with AJ’s threaded aluminum wheels for slot cars. Although initially drawn by nostalgia and aesthetic appeal, the author questions their practicality due to design flaws like non-counter-threaded axles, which can cause issues during use. Despite performance challenges, the wheels remain popular among collectors for their vintage charm, leading to a planned experiment with modern slot cars to assess their performance.