Author Topic: 39 LaSalle hubcaps  (Read 314 times)

Offline gsplitter

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39 LaSalle hubcaps
« on: June 14, 2012, 09:31:40 PM »
I  have a 1939 LaSalle Convertible coupe model 5067.  I need the “half-moon” style hubcaps with the LaSalle logo on the cap.   Would you know of a commercial source or a club member who might have the hubcaps?  Used but in restorable condition would be acceptable.  Your assistance in this search is very much appreciated.
Best Regards,
Gary Splitter
CLC Member #20991
W1845 Alpine Rd
Brooklyn WI 53521
Gsplitter@gmail.com

Offline markl

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Re: 39 LaSalle hubcaps
« Reply #1 on: June 16, 2012, 02:00:07 PM »
Gary,
A good place to start your search would be Bruce Berghoff, fellow member and restorer of just these sorts of parts.  He routinely runs an add in the Self-Starter, and his Email is berghoff@chartermi.net  .  Got my 37 hubcaps from him after sending mine back to him and coming to the conclusion that they were basically un-restorable.  Also had him restore my bumper plates and center emblems.  Nice work, and you are dealing w/ someone that is very knowledgeable.

BTW, I would refer to these small hubcaps as "Baby Moon" style as distinct from full wheel (Disc) covers.  Though the cars often came w/o them, I think the addition of "Trim Rings" (available from Kanter) makes a great combination w/ the small hub cap.  To my eye, the small hubcaps w/ trim rings look better than the full wheel covers which were a more expensive option.

Mark Lowery, CLC #25216

Offline gsplitter

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Re: 39 LaSalle hubcaps
« Reply #2 on: June 17, 2012, 12:53:49 PM »
mark,
Excellent suggestion.  I will contact Bruce.
Thank you,
The Best,
Gary

 



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