meshzowner Posted January 16, 2013 Report Share Posted January 16, 2013 I have a set of 14x6 4x114.3 et +6 mesh rims. I was sold them with the understanding that they are Appliance. I cleaned up the inside and found JAPAN 14x6 and some other numbers/letters. I believe they should have an A stamp if they are appliance. Help please? Picture 1: http://m1338.photobucket.com/albumview/albums/meshzowner/WP_000114_zps31a2ccca.jpg.html?o=0&pbauth=1_uLEBonVPfaLdh1h3YMYz2WxUsbVNgqRLfufOlQwVJc9OBYFDlNs1mQAuNTAo1%2B%2Bh%2BbJ2BADfj%2BOnBQODi5Iwkc37aOzFbHNJMBfl%2Fj5NCVwie2mTv2j0Wa%2FJQVFl8JNVZEOHxTHJ%2BZ42bXPFl%2F8e6de%2FbHyhBbXCFlPRBaSiyeU%3D&pbauth=1_uLEBonVPfaLdh1h3YMYz2WxUsbVNgqRLfufOlQwVJc9OBYFDlNs1mQAuNTAo1%2B%2Bh%2BbJ2BADfj%2BOnBQODi5Iwkc37aOzFbHNJMBfl%2Fj5NCVwie2mTv2j0Wa%2FJQVFl8JNVZEOHxTHJ%2BZ42bXPFl%2F8e6de%2FbHyhBbXCFlPRBaSiyeU%3D Picture 2: http://m1338.photobucket.com/albumview/albums/meshzowner/WP_000129_zps0a70b498.jpg.html?o=1&pbauth=1_uLEBonVPfaLdh1h3YMYz2WxUsbVNgqRLfufOlQwVJc9OBYFDlNs1mQAuNTAo1%2B%2Bh%2BbJ2BADfj%2BOnBQODi5Iwkc37aOzFbHNJMBfl%2Fj5NCVwie2mTv2j0Wa%2FJQVFl8JNVZEOHxTHJ%2BZ42bXPFl%2F8e6de%2FbHyhBbXCFlPRBaSiyeU%3D&pbauth=1_uLEBonVPfaLdh1h3YMYz2WxUsbVNgqRLfufOlQwVJc9OBYFDlNs1mQAuNTAo1%2B%2Bh%2BbJ2BADfj%2BOnBQODi5Iwkc37aOzFbHNJMBfl%2Fj5NCVwie2mTv2j0Wa%2FJQVFl8JNVZEOHxTHJ%2BZ42bXPFl%2F8e6de%2FbHyhBbXCFlPRBaSiyeU%3D Picture 3: http://m1338.photobucket.com/albumview/albums/meshzowner/WP_000137_zpsa2566512.jpg.html?o=2&pbauth=1_uLEBonVPfaLdh1h3YMYz2WxUsbVNgqRLfufOlQwVJc9OBYFDlNs1mQAuNTAo1%2B%2Bh%2BbJ2BADfj%2BOnBQODi5Iwkc37aOzFbHNJMBfl%2Fj5NCVwie2mTv2j0Wa%2FJQVFl8JNVZEOHxTHJ%2BZ42bXPFl%2F8e6de%2FbHyhBbXCFlPRBaSiyeU%3D&pbauth=1_uLEBonVPfaLdh1h3YMYz2WxUsbVNgqRLfufOlQwVJc9OBYFDlNs1mQAuNTAo1%2B%2Bh%2BbJ2BADfj%2BOnBQODi5Iwkc37aOzFbHNJMBfl%2Fj5NCVwie2mTv2j0Wa%2FJQVFl8JNVZEOHxTHJ%2BZ42bXPFl%2F8e6de%2FbHyhBbXCFlPRBaSiyeU%3D Quote Link to comment
Skib Posted January 16, 2013 Report Share Posted January 16, 2013 Look like Appliance. Iv had a hard time finding the A stamp sometimes. Iv yet to find any copys that have that steeped Appliance lip tho. Quote Link to comment
meshzowner Posted January 16, 2013 Author Report Share Posted January 16, 2013 Weren't appliance American made though? Quote Link to comment
Npdavies. Posted January 16, 2013 Report Share Posted January 16, 2013 Originally made in America (50s-60s) but production moved to Japan in late 60's to the 70's. People say the wheels made in Japan were much nicer than the original 'Murican made ones. Quote Link to comment
DaBlist Posted January 16, 2013 Report Share Posted January 16, 2013 I have seen Wiremag style wheels for sale that people claimed were from Western Quote Link to comment
meshzowner Posted January 16, 2013 Author Report Share Posted January 16, 2013 Oh alright. Incase they aren't appliances. What other manufactures made similar designs? Quote Link to comment
Skib Posted January 16, 2013 Report Share Posted January 16, 2013 Iv seen a bunch of other wheels that have the same center but they have different lips. the last set I had was a stepped lip like these Quote Link to comment
meshzowner Posted January 16, 2013 Author Report Share Posted January 16, 2013 Hmm okay. I have some beat up epsilons on my 280z with that step up lip. I'm not to knowledgeable about Appliances. I pay 150 for these guys. Was it a good price? Quote Link to comment
meshzowner Posted January 16, 2013 Author Report Share Posted January 16, 2013 Lastly. Where would you find the A stamp? Quote Link to comment
DaBlist Posted January 16, 2013 Report Share Posted January 16, 2013 You bought them, so I take that to mean you are happy with the look and quality. Is there a problem if they are not Appliance? 1 Quote Link to comment
meshzowner Posted January 16, 2013 Author Report Share Posted January 16, 2013 I do like them. I own several wheels and have gone through even more. I like to be well informed and know what I own. Quote Link to comment
shhpladow Posted April 16, 2013 Report Share Posted April 16, 2013 I have a set of aplliance wheels just like in the first pic with all the a center caps Quote Link to comment
RedBanner Posted April 16, 2013 Report Share Posted April 16, 2013 These are westerns, look alot like yours, but have a stepped lip. Quote Link to comment
meshzowner Posted April 16, 2013 Author Report Share Posted April 16, 2013 I figures it out a while ago. My brother also recently got a 260z that came with western meshs. I've upgraded to a staggered set of gold 14x8 14x9 epsilons. Also looking to build a set of 16s. Quote Link to comment
Duncan Posted April 26, 2013 Report Share Posted April 26, 2013 Oh alright. Incase they aren't appliances. What other manufactures made similar designs? These are Cheviot Hot Wires that were on my wagon when it was imported from Australia. 13x7's Quote Link to comment
RedBanner Posted April 26, 2013 Report Share Posted April 26, 2013 Hot wires are awsome, but I only know 2 people.that have them in the states, kinda common in aus from what I understand. Quote Link to comment
Duncan Posted April 27, 2013 Report Share Posted April 27, 2013 Hot wires are awsome, but I only know 2 people.that have them in the states, kinda common in aus from what I understand. That is my understanding, too. The 13's won't work for me after I change out the struts, though.. Quote Link to comment
JonU Posted May 1, 2013 Report Share Posted May 1, 2013 I would say they are Appliance wheels. I have a similar set but with a bigger lip. These are what I have (mine need some TLC but here is what I got with a quick google search, hope this helps: Appliance Wire Mags: Vintage advertisements: Quote Link to comment
RedBanner Posted May 1, 2013 Report Share Posted May 1, 2013 Notice his have a stepped lip, 90° appliance meshies have a cool 45° slanted lip. Your wheels are awsome id rockem for shure. Quote Link to comment
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