Chrome Plating - where do I find a shop?

Jagmandave · Jul 21, 2005

Dayton probably makes new wheels that will replace those perfectly. Last time I checked, they were about $350 -400 per wheel for my Jag E-Type, Dunlop still makes wire wheels too, but the Avanti probably came with Daytons anyway........ Link to Dayton

Junkman · Jul 21, 2005

They might also be manufactured by Kelsey-Hayes.....

RobS · Jul 22, 2005

<font color="blue"> Its an Avanti Convertible with the original wire wheels </font>

Hey, it's a product of South Bend! Have you been to any of the Studebaker reunions they have over here? The museum is moving to a nice new spot, I'm sure that will foster another gathering /forums/images/graemlins/smile.gif

Bob_Skurka · Jul 22, 2005

Rob . . . I am a member of the Avanti Owners of America, there are some very active chapters of the Association that get together in the area but I've never made one of the events. I always want to get to them, but don't seem to manage it. But just to correct one statement, mine is not from South Bend. All of the production convertibles were built in Ohio, I believe the 4 door stretch versions were all produced in Ohio too. South Bend produced about 98% of the coupes.

Jagmandave . . . my wheels look identical to one of the photos on the Dayton website. I sent them an inquiry so I think I may be on my way to getting this car fixed up over the winter.

sneaky_pete · Jul 22, 2005

Bob, have you considered using polished stainless steel spokes instead of chrome? Looks good, with no flaking or peeling. Maybe not good for a 100-point resto, but they sure are practical for a driver. These guys can probably cut you some. They used to do (or have done) re-chroming also. I've used Buchanan's in the past for some antique motorcycles and been very happy with their work. They are in CA, but I've found them to be worth shipping to.

Pete