I picked up four of these a few years ago. Of course one was busted so I would like to find a fourth, but good luck considering I cant even identify them. They are one piece measure 14 x 6 on a 5 on 4.5 pattern . The caps said ET but I think those were just stuck on there as nothing on the rim itself says ET. Distinguishing marks are a stamp that says A14, a raised stamp that says OK T & R CO, and a sticker inside rim that says S 400. Spokes are round, no triangulation to them and also note there is no little bead on edge next to rubber. Just smooth. I have a theory about what they might be but lets see what you guys come up with. Zinky
You need to pay attention to the small details, sometimes it’s the little things that stand out and give you answers.
Are they magnesium? Or aluminum? You said mags but not sure if you meant it literally. Not that I can answer the question or anything but that might help clarify for someone else.
Look like Fenton Ram Rod wheels. OK T & R Co may be Otasco, which sold bikes, aftermarket wheels, lawn mowers and all kinds of things made by other manufacturers but with their name on it.
I agree with arkie on Fentons. This is from 1970 and advertises Western Auto as a retailer. In addition to Oklahoma Tire & Supply, there were also original OK Tire franchises that ran from 30s until they folded in the 70s.
I have a set of Ramrods and they are two piece marked ramrod on the back. Those are one piece it looks like? Aren't the one piece Fenton's called Hustlers?
OK Tire and Rubber Co. This has been discussed before in another thread like 5 years ago. Most likely cast as a private label deal. Many 5 spoke copies back in the day.
they are definitely one piece alloy of some type. No steel and definitely not two piece. The ramrod ad said they had steel rim
With the smooth outer edge and the big rounded spokes they look like the ET wheels I had on my '33 5w back in '69-70. Maybe OK T&R made up some knock offs from ET wheels.
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