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The Cars => 1968 Shelby GT350/500/500KR => Topic started by: Peter L. on March 26, 2025, 12:29:20 PM

Title: Steel wheels
Post by: Peter L. on March 26, 2025, 12:29:20 PM
  I have a chance to buy a set of 15"x6" steel wheels off of a 1966 Meteor. They are in decent shape according to the seller, and very reasonably priced.
 I'm looking for a set for my KR. At this point not concerned with correct date codes and markings, I just want something to get me rolling for now.
 Will these work?
              Thanks,  Pete.
Title: Re: Steel wheels
Post by: Coralsnake on March 26, 2025, 01:18:19 PM
I think you just need to make sure they will work with a disc brake caliper
Title: Re: Steel wheels
Post by: Peter L. on March 26, 2025, 02:38:19 PM
 OK, thanks Pete. Something I hadn't considered.
Title: Re: Steel wheels
Post by: Mike Shally on April 04, 2025, 10:59:44 AM
What date code do you need for your KR?
Title: Re: Steel wheels
Post by: 67 GT350 on April 04, 2025, 11:32:36 AM
Nice find, but worry about the Disc brakes fitting....

I need a set of 4 steel wheels, also dont care about date codes (Ill knock 400 off the price before working about that), I need them for a 67 GT350, as long as they will go on, work with my disc brakes, and be a ford wheel, not bent, I am good....there seems to be way to much research finding wheels, so please let me know...remember they are going on my 67 Shelby....
Title: Re: Steel wheels
Post by: 67 GT350 on May 09, 2025, 02:17:54 PM
Quote from: 67 GT350 on April 04, 2025, 11:32:36 AMNice find, but worry about the Disc brakes fitting....

I need a set of 4 steel wheels, also dont care about date codes (Ill knock 400 off the price before working about that), I need them for a 67 GT350, as long as they will go on, work with my disc brakes, and be a ford wheel, not bent, I am good....there seems to be way to much research finding wheels, so please let me know...remember they are going on my 67 Shelby....

crickets
Title: Re: Steel wheels
Post by: Coralsnake on May 09, 2025, 04:51:12 PM
https://www.ebay.com/itm/256476890398?_skw=1967+shelby+wheels&itmmeta=01JTVD01ZTCQQSEGCYEHPSR4DP&hash=item3bb736c51e:g:mX0AAOSw44JmGGd6&itmprp=enc%3AAQAKAAAA0FkggFvd1GGDu0w3yXCmi1c6FvHeLCKl0N64s6NDO2mWDrwYBThWTwqXIU%2BOOvyl3dUjq8bhOyvF%2BCpRZhvgmBy8KpdJ%2FYq8zqvTTjV%2FI7mGrYq0qAQqOM3ebeowcltDDtTsKLD0fOnHC6nZ64I%2FLyOI8ZBk92Z8%2BV9IGoY7hQ4MEgh02xeaaYoh3%2BmZ03nqgVAIuY5VgoDVh7fMrJK6fDKSL5z0v2RhMrqqb3RaSLOQUaWsa9domcAc5wIcvund7GUiOYYuAnWWVMIlVZ08r6Y%3D%7Ctkp%3ABk9SR5qggO3WZQ
Title: Re: Steel wheels
Post by: QuickSilverShelby on May 11, 2025, 09:41:36 PM
I'm now looking for a set of steel wheels for my 68 GT500 as I've finally found a set of hubcaps for my car.  I'd be interested in the wheels, posted by Coralsnake in the ebay ad above but damn, the seller sounds a bit grumpy and I'd be hesitant to interact with him.

Hell, he won't even ship them to the 51st State, up here in Canada ;D.

QSS
Title: Re: Steel wheels
Post by: Coralsnake on May 12, 2025, 06:50:02 AM
The wheels I posted were not 1968 wheels, they were 1967s

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Title: Re: Steel wheels
Post by: Survivor on May 12, 2025, 10:46:16 AM
I have 3 restored steel wheels available.  I can verify dates etc., but I believe 1 is a late '66 date and the other 2 '67's.  I have detailed pics.and a breakdown of numbers.  I know it's not a complete set but...  Reach me at anthonyjeffery@comcast.net if interested.  Thanks.
Title: Re: Steel wheels
Post by: geraldt52 on May 12, 2025, 07:10:34 PM
Those wheels on eBay seem like crazy money.  Is that what they typically sell for?
Title: Re: Steel wheels
Post by: 67 GT350 on May 13, 2025, 11:03:44 AM
Quote from: Coralsnake on May 09, 2025, 04:51:12 PMhttps://www.ebay.com/itm/256476890398?_skw=1967+shelby+wheels&itmmeta=01JTVD01ZTCQQSEGCYEHPSR4DP&hash=item3bb736c51e:g:mX0AAOSw44JmGGd6&itmprp=enc%3AAQAKAAAA0FkggFvd1GGDu0w3yXCmi1c6FvHeLCKl0N64s6NDO2mWDrwYBThWTwqXIU%2BOOvyl3dUjq8bhOyvF%2BCpRZhvgmBy8KpdJ%2FYq8zqvTTjV%2FI7mGrYq0qAQqOM3ebeowcltDDtTsKLD0fOnHC6nZ64I%2FLyOI8ZBk92Z8%2BV9IGoY7hQ4MEgh02xeaaYoh3%2BmZ03nqgVAIuY5VgoDVh7fMrJK6fDKSL5z0v2RhMrqqb3RaSLOQUaWsa9domcAc5wIcvund7GUiOYYuAnWWVMIlVZ08r6Y%3D%7Ctkp%3ABk9SR5qggO3WZQ

That price is the reason why I do not care about part numbers and date codes.....just wheels that will fit correctly on my 67 Shelby....
Title: Re: Steel wheels
Post by: Coralsnake on May 13, 2025, 01:03:25 PM
At this point its a 400-600 wheel.

You have choices
Title: Re: Steel wheels
Post by: azdriver on May 13, 2025, 01:10:25 PM
If you can find some the K2/9 wheels are really similar with a slightly larger center hole. Much cheaper than correct K2/8 wheels.
Title: Re: Steel wheels
Post by: 67 GT350 on May 13, 2025, 09:38:30 PM
Quote from: azdriver on May 13, 2025, 01:10:25 PMIf you can find some the K2/9 wheels are really similar with a slightly larger center hole. Much cheaper than correct K2/8 wheels.

Where do you find them?
Title: Re: Steel wheels
Post by: azdriver on May 13, 2025, 10:19:14 PM
Have had some success with a local steel wheel place. Get them to look for 15 x 6 with the correct hole spacing...

Pat
Title: Re: Steel wheels
Post by: Coralsnake on May 14, 2025, 07:16:11 AM
If youre looking for $100-200 wheels, youre going to need to be very lucky.

There is no hidden secret.

Oem wheels are expensive
Title: Re: Steel wheels
Post by: 65cobra on May 16, 2025, 03:02:07 PM
do mopar wheels fit?  sacrilege...
Title: Re: Steel wheels
Post by: Mike Shally on May 16, 2025, 03:42:37 PM
Yes Mopar steel wheels fit the 1968 mustangs with disc breaks.
Be careful to check your offset and back spacing.
Title: Re: Steel wheels
Post by: Mustang_Charlie on June 02, 2025, 05:50:38 PM
Quote from: 67 GT350 on May 13, 2025, 09:38:30 PM
Quote from: azdriver on May 13, 2025, 01:10:25 PMIf you can find some the K2/9 wheels are really similar with a slightly larger center hole. Much cheaper than correct K2/8 wheels.

Where do you find them?
Where are you located?   I have a set of 4 Magstars off a mercury (same wheel but uses chrome trim).
I will be going to Carlilse this weekend.
Title: Re: Steel wheels
Post by: TA Coupe on June 02, 2025, 07:07:45 PM
Don't the Mercury Magstars have a larger "Disc" than the Mustang ones so not the same?

     Roy
Title: Re: Steel wheels
Post by: Bob Gaines on June 02, 2025, 07:29:29 PM
Quote from: TA Coupe on June 02, 2025, 07:07:45 PMDon't the Mercury Magstars have a larger "Disc" than the Mustang ones so not the same?

     Roy
Different yes because they are steel rim and aluminum center but they will work fine on a Mustang. They are commonly referred to as Mercury Marauder wheels. There are more 14 inch rim versions out there then 15 inch so there is that.