I'd like to preserve my very original wheel, and am looking at different options. Who's got a wheel they really liked, but would sell (with hub and adapter) for a Pantera? Hit me with a PM, or a photo here, and let's talk.
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Mine is not for sale Adams, but I find this one to be very age-appropriate for the Pantera and they seem to come up for sale used every so often. I think they are still available new also, but not positive. It's a LeCarra.
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Adams,
This is the one in #4134. It is a Momo Proto Tipo. I have heard that it was standard in some Euro Panteras. They are still around new. You will need a hub which costs more than the wheel from some venders .
Jeff
This is the one in #4134. It is a Momo Proto Tipo. I have heard that it was standard in some Euro Panteras. They are still around new. You will need a hub which costs more than the wheel from some venders .
Jeff
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MAN! All of those are SO far superior to the original it's just not funny. The "Race" looks the most comfortable and modern; the "LeCarra" looks like a period upgrade; the Prototipo makes me want it EVEN MORE since it was GTS appropriate. In fact, if you'll take it out of your car, I'll take it!
I've seen a bunch of them on ebay and am feverishly in the hunt. Thanks guys!
What DIAMETER wheels are you guys running? Is everybody at 13 - 13.5"?
Keep 'em coming, ESPECIALLY if you have a Momo collapsible hub and wheel you're sick of seeing!
I've seen a bunch of them on ebay and am feverishly in the hunt. Thanks guys!
What DIAMETER wheels are you guys running? Is everybody at 13 - 13.5"?
Keep 'em coming, ESPECIALLY if you have a Momo collapsible hub and wheel you're sick of seeing!
The Momo Race comes in at 13.8", is comfortable, and looks like it belongs in the car, IMHO.
Ron
Ron
I have a 13" diameter LeCarra that looks identical to Mark's. It's a beautiful wheel, looks like it belongs in the Pantera, and is comfortable to drive with.
I don't know if the hub it's mounted on came with the wheel, or if that's a separate piece from one of the vendors. I'd give a couple of the vendors a call and ask.
I don't know if the hub it's mounted on came with the wheel, or if that's a separate piece from one of the vendors. I'd give a couple of the vendors a call and ask.
I am most likely going to install the Sparco Trium wheel this winter, but I absolutely MUST see it in person before making the buy.
I really like the inverted bottom and "thumb locks."
I really like the inverted bottom and "thumb locks."
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I have a Nardi 60 Anni wheel, similar to a Ferrari 250 GTO. It's the polar opposite of the wheels shown so far. Wood rim, aluminum spokes.
I went with the Momo Race on a quick disconnect hub. I highly recommend both.
Got any pix, Doug?
I strongly suggest the D wheel. It makes it easier to get in and out and give you room to stretch on those long drives. it also makes access under the dash much easier.
My two cents is don't just order something online. Take your car (and your hex tool) down to the local performance shop and try out some wheels. Put them on and do some laps around the block. Keep trying until you find just the right size and fit for you.
My two cents is don't just order something online. Take your car (and your hex tool) down to the local performance shop and try out some wheels. Put them on and do some laps around the block. Keep trying until you find just the right size and fit for you.
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Great feedback and suggestions. David, what is the diameter of your wheel? Is that a 13.5?
The seats in your car are just fabulous by the way.
The seats in your car are just fabulous by the way.
Does anyone have a picture of the Lecarra wheel in a size 14" installed?
-William
-William
Adams,
Here is a link to a great buy on a Prototipo.
Unless someone knows of a cross reference the hub is Pantera specific from the venders.
http://www.ltbmotorsports.com/moprblstwh.html
Jeff
Here is a link to a great buy on a Prototipo.
Unless someone knows of a cross reference the hub is Pantera specific from the venders.
http://www.ltbmotorsports.com/moprblstwh.html
Jeff
quote:Originally posted by EA #3528:
I currently have a GT wheel - and, at 14" I feel it's a little big.
I had your wheel on my first Pantera back in the 70s. It is from the the old Gran Turismo company. I was told that it was a Momo Prototipo made for them.
Jeff
I love my Prototipo wheel, you can get them new either in black or brushed finish. I have the brushed wheel - you can see it in my photo page at this site. If I had to do it over again I would probably go for black. The LeCarra wheel is not to my liking but is obviously popular. Getting the proper hub for the MOMO is the trick, ordering it from MOMO(LTB motorsports) directly is a mistake, don't try it, although I did get my wheel from them. I think I got my hub from precision pro-formance - the one I ordered from Graham pantera was very nice, but it didn't fit. Good luck.
quote:Originally posted by 72red:
I love my Prototipo wheel, you can get them new either in black or brushed finish. I have the brushed wheel - you can see it in my photo page at this site. If I had to do it over again I would probably go for black. The LeCarra wheel is not to my liking but is obviously popular. Getting the proper hub for the MOMO is the trick, ordering it from MOMO(LTB motorsports) directly is a mistake, don't try it, although I did get my wheel from them. I think I got my hub from precision pro-formance - the one I ordered from Graham pantera was very nice, but it didn't fit. Good luck.
Luck is what I'll need then, since I ordered a new hub from Graham today. Was told by the 'other' vendor that the hub for Momo to Pantera "...hasn't been made for like 8 years" in a smug sort of way I'm about to get sick of.
ANYWAY, we'll see if it fits the Prototipo (in the ever difficult to find 13.5") will 'mate' to my Pantera. Keep the posts coming, and thanks for all the input.
