Correct color of 1958 wheels

[Jim M.]

Does anyone have the correct color information for the 1958 wheels?
Also the correct color of the coves on charcoal car?

Thanks
Jim

[Don H.]

Re: Correct color of 1958 wheels

Jim,
The wheels (rims) were painted semi-gloss black, then the face is silver enamel paint. The coves could have been body color or optionally Inca Silver. All this information is in the 1958-1960 Technical Information Manual and Judging Guide that is available from the NCRS Store. If you do not have, I suggest you buy it as it is a great resource.
Good Luck,
Don H.

[Jim M.]

Re: Correct color of 1958 wheels

Don, Thanks for the reply. I do have the Judging Manual but it doesn't specify a particular silver for wheels. Would Inca Silver be okay? Another question about the wheels. Would new reproduction welded wheels get a full judging originality deduction?

[Steven B.]

Re: Correct color of 1958 wheels

Jim, suggest you contact Tim Mickey who is National Team Leader for 58-60 and excellent restorer. Steve