Technical Measurement of 53 Caddy wheel cover center.

I was hoping someone out there who has some 53 Cadillac wheel covers could measure the internal (ie center) area for me (see below), so that I can work out what size bullet and flipper bars I can use (like on Dave Leather's car - see below also).

Cheers,
Dave

 

230mm I see you are an Aussie so didn't dig out my imperial ruler

 

Thanks CadMan. I really really appreciate you doing that for me.


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Hey CadMan.

Would you mind measuring the internal diameter of the center also, both on the inside and the outside of the lip (see pictures below), so I can work out what size bullet to purchase - sorry, I have bought a set of the 53 Caddy wheel covers, but they haven't arrived from the US yet!

Cheers,
Dave

 

G'day Dave, You are lucky that my 53 conv is only a few steps from my computer. Going by your pics I reckon first measurement is close to 120 mm and the second is 140mm. If you have no sentimental attachment to the old crests let me know as I could use a couple or so. The taper upwards both ways is 70 mm
I'd try not to drill the cap if you can help it. Worst case I'd silicone the spinners with a blob . If you change your mind you can aways carefully remove it. The 53 Caps is a beautifully simple design. Personally I'd use a bullet but no the spinners.

 

Thanks heaps CadMan. When my 53s arrive, and if the crests are in good shape, I'll send em your way.




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When you get the bullets and spinners on, post what you bought and how you did it. I have a set of these I'm putting on my 1950.


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I will do.


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