The Cragar web site shows a 14" SS model in a 6" wide rim with a 4.0" x 5 bolt pattern. I'm sure this topic has been covered before, but I couldn't find the exact answer to my questions, so I'll go ahead and post them. I have two '65 Darts, a coupe and a convertible, that I want to build as Dart GoGo's. Eventually I want to put disc brakes (at least on the front) of both cars, but, for now, would like to be able to put a set of Cragars on my convertible. The 13" wheels aren't available (although I thought I had read that Cragar was bringing them out; they're not on their web site), and I'd like to go to 14's anyway. So -
1. Has anyone used these wheels? If so, did you use the 6" wheels or one of the larger width wheels? Does anyone have any recommendations on what offset to use (the 6" is only available in one offset.)
2. Cragar doesn't list any left-hand thread lug nuts, so I'm assuming I'd have to replace the L/H studs with standard R/H
3. Were there any 8.75 rearends that came with the 4.0 x 5 bolt pattern? I might want to go to the larger axle, and it would be nice to be able to use the same wheels.
If anyone has any comments or experience on doing this, I'd appreciate your advice. The Dart GoGo I had in 1966 had polished aluminum centers with chrome rims, but I'm ok with the all-chrome wheel, even though I know it's not technically correct. My goal is to have a pair of nice-looking drivers, not perfect restorations.
Thanks!