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Pat Martone · 08-02-2011, 10:08 AM

Since I am learning about and will eventually acquire a Model A, I was wondering about the pros and cons of having dual sidemounts and came up with this list, and was hoping from inputs from others:

Pros:
- 'Looks nice (subjective) and makes the car shorter in length when adding accessory trunk.
- You don't have to worry about kids ruining the paint by using the front fenders as a "slide".
- Adds value to the car?

Cons:
- Costs more money to install fenders with wells, and to supply two more wheels and tires.
- Adds weight to the car.
- Does sidemounts interfere with access to the engine?

Any opinions on the desireability of buying a car that has dual or single sidemounts is appreciated.

Thank you.

08-02-2011, 10:08 AM	#1
Pat Martone Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Posts: 495	Question about sidemounted wheels Since I am learning about and will eventually acquire a Model A, I was wondering about the pros and cons of having dual sidemounts and came up with this list, and was hoping from inputs from others: Pros: - 'Looks nice (subjective) and makes the car shorter in length when adding accessory trunk. - You don't have to worry about kids ruining the paint by using the front fenders as a "slide". - Adds value to the car? Cons: - Costs more money to install fenders with wells, and to supply two more wheels and tires. - Adds weight to the car. - Does sidemounts interfere with access to the engine? Any opinions on the desireability of buying a car that has dual or single sidemounts is appreciated. Thank you.