Seeking Hubcap for '72 Overlanded

[AirConditioner]

Need to replace one that got away. I'm seeking one or two hubcaps for my '72. Any help appreciated.

[overlander64]

Greetings AirConditioner!

Originally Posted by AirConditioner

Need to replace one that got away. I'm seeking one or two hubcaps for my '72. Any help appreciated.

If the wheelcovers on your coach are similar to those in the photo below, you can often find replacements offered on E-Bay - - there is one vendor who seems to be offering a reproduction that is closer to the cover used on Argosys (as it doesn't have the color centers) - - I have also been told that the "reproduction" that is being offered "may" be plastic rather than metal (before bidding, I would suggest contacting the vendor to verify this if you consider the reproductions). When I needed to replace two of the wheel covers on my coach, used original OEM wheel covers were typically bringing between $30.00 and $50.00 each depending upon condition. You might also want to check the VAC classified as they are ocassionally offered for sale there as well. The wheel covers on my coach are not correct for '64, but were added by the original owner when the split-rims were replaced in the 1970s and the wheel covers were the then current offering on similar Airstream coaches.

http://www.airstreamphotos.com/photo...awning-med.jpg

Good luck with your search!

Kevin

[AirConditioner]

Thanks for those leads. I'm also considering going to Alcoa wheels. I'm having a tough time finding these locally in Baltimore. Any leads on suppliers and specs. I'm running a set of 7.00/15 LT tires.

[overlander64]

Greetings AirConditioner!

Originally Posted by AirConditioner

Thanks for those leads. I'm also considering going to Alcoa wheels. I'm having a tough time finding these locally in Baltimore. Any leads on suppliers and specs. I'm running a set of 7.00/15 LT tires.

I don't know whether it is still true, but a little over a year ago my local custom wheel shop indicated that the following two wheels were available rated for trailer service with weight ratings up to 3,600 pounds - - they are quite similar to those currently being utilized by Airstream on some of the coaches, but are manufactured by American Racing. The two rims that I am referring to are:

American Racing Outlaw Series I Wheel

American Racing Outlaw Series II Wheels

Good luck with your search for wheels or wheel covers!

Kevin