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  1. 10-08-2019, 07:15 PM #1
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    Lightweight Fuchs......really?

    Is there really such a thing as "lightweight" Fuchs?
    I've seen a couple sets advertised as such, so obviously I've answered my own question.

    But what are these?
    And how do they differ from "normal" Fuchs?

    https://www.ebay.com/itm/7-8x15-Fuch...wAAOSwofFbf6vs
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  2. 10-08-2019, 11:19 PM #2
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    The three prong (center cap) Fuchs are marginally lighter than the later versions.
    I want what this seller is smoking.
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  3. 10-09-2019, 09:22 AM #3
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    the real lightweights were the 5.5x15 mahle "gas burners"
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    Those early 3 prong 7" & 8" x 15" wheels on ebay are super rare.
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    Quote Originally Posted by mfitton View Post
    Those early 3 prong 7" & 8" x 15" wheels on ebay are super rare.
    But are they $20k rare?
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  6. 10-09-2019, 11:31 AM #6
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    7s are not too hard to find (had quite a few, still have one). 8s are much more rare, but I'd not pay that much… No one would know once on the car.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Arne View Post
    But are they $20k rare?
    No Way! But you can't raise your price, Lol!
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    I think you have to do some work to make FUCHS lightweight.

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