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Tires, Brakes & Suspension / Re: YearOne snowflake customs

« Last post by roadking77 on Today at 07:51:26 AM »

I kinda like them, being that they can take a wider tire and keep the original appearance. However, one thing I like about the original 8" wheel is the lip on the face side of the rim. I do have a set of original 7" wheels that I have been wanting to get refinished for the sake of authenticity but my 79 needs to get finished first.

As far as seeing them in the wild, my trans am is usually the only 1 I see out and about. I have been to 2 shows in the last 2 weeks. Last week well over 300 cars and 1 '78 trans am besides my 77. Yesterday about 150 cars and my TA was the only firebird/ta period.

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Tires, Brakes & Suspension / Re: YearOne snowflake customs

« Last post by Wallington on Today at 06:38:52 AM »

Just any tyre size that's been used with every 15x8 snowflake forever. Only difference is it's b based on the design that only came in 7" from GM.

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Tires, Brakes & Suspension / Re: YearOne snowflake customs

« Last post by apfstg on Today at 06:32:12 AM »

Just getting ready to buy a set - very good timing
Going with 15 inch because of white letters
Do you also have tire size recommendations too? I took off air shocks and going with stock gas shocks unless it really sags
Being in my age group I’d like to try something a little wider in rear

I know it’s a personal preference in looks but I’d like to buy just one set instead of getting wrong sizes .I’ve found I can talk myself into wrong choices when it’s only my brain I’m picking….

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Tires, Brakes & Suspension / Re: YearOne snowflake customs

« Last post by Wallington on Today at 04:09:12 AM »

Yes, I was being lazy and decided to start a new post for sake of new posts. A whole year ago, but no pics other than their ads. Seems I posted the same comments so thoughts haven't changed. Just making convo.

http://www.transamcountry.com/community/index.php?topic=84851.msg17256#msg17256

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Tires, Brakes & Suspension / Re: YearOne snowflake customs

« Last post by b_hill_86 on June 01, 2024, 06:30:52 PM »

I thought we had a post here somewhere with examples on a few vehicles

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Tires, Brakes & Suspension / YearOne snowflake customs

« Last post by Wallington on June 01, 2024, 06:13:10 PM »

These 'custom' original snowflakes have been listed for some time now. Anyone seen some in the wild or where an owner has installed a set? I like them but haven't noticed any in use yet. Having said that, the lack of stepped outer edge gives the effect of being even larger than the original type in 17x9.

They are reproductions based on the original 15x7 Snowflake but in custom sizes. So now a 15x8 option of same design and looks original or the 17x9 rendition, different to the WS6 style snowflakes they have done now for nearly 15 years.

https://www.yearone.com/Product/wheels/bsfw158glds#prettyPhoto

https://www.yearone.com/Product/wheels/bsfw179glds#prettyPhoto

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Second Generation 1970-1981 / Re: Fuel and brake line clamps

« Last post by Wallington on June 01, 2024, 12:58:12 PM »

Luckily, I've not had to share a thing in 19 years.

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Projects & Restorations / Re: 77TA Resto Reboot - a long journey to an LS swap

« Last post by b_hill_86 on June 01, 2024, 11:51:34 AM »

Alrighty no problem

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Second Generation 1970-1981 / Re: Fuel and brake line clamps

« Last post by wheels78ta on June 01, 2024, 10:05:04 AM »

Hmmmmmm..........if I can convince the wife......Nah....she won't go for it.

But on the other hand.....I've read where it's better to ask for forgiveness than permission. 

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Projects & Restorations / Re: 77TA Resto Reboot - a long journey to an LS swap

« Last post by stros on June 01, 2024, 08:50:29 AM »

Thanks Brian.  I actually ordered a replacement socket already. 

The OER tach gauge is the one for the 1977.  Not going to spend another $360 on another one.
https://www.jegs.com/i/OER/691/5659065/10002/-1