PSA 26/27 WIRE WHEEL LUG NUTS (UPDATE)!
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PSA 26/27 WIRE WHEEL LUG NUTS (UPDATE)!
We are in the final stages of producing a limited run (100 Sets) of correct 26/27 Wire Wheel Lug Nut sets. Each set will be 20 pieces each and made exactly as Ford manufactured them. Including the polished Cadmium plating. Previous offerings were close but not perfect. Past retail was $129.95 when last manufactured by other vendors.
Material is 4130 and heat treated to 30-35 Rockwell. Brass plated followed by Cadmium. No more bottoming out due to inadequate thread depth. No more pulled nut threads. Satisfaction is guaranteed.
Price per set will be $89.95. No quantity restrictions. Place your pre-orders now by sending your name, address and telephone number to us at:
chaffinsgarage@pacbell.net
Please, no phone calls regarding this item availability. All pre-orders by email will ONLY be accepted at this time.
Thank you
Mark Chaffin
Material is 4130 and heat treated to 30-35 Rockwell. Brass plated followed by Cadmium. No more bottoming out due to inadequate thread depth. No more pulled nut threads. Satisfaction is guaranteed.
Price per set will be $89.95. No quantity restrictions. Place your pre-orders now by sending your name, address and telephone number to us at:
chaffinsgarage@pacbell.net
Please, no phone calls regarding this item availability. All pre-orders by email will ONLY be accepted at this time.
Thank you
Mark Chaffin
Last edited by Mark Chaffin on Mon Mar 17, 2025 11:12 pm, edited 1 time in total.
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Re: PSA 26/27 WIRE WHEEL LUG NUTS AVAILABLE SOON!
These look real nice and it’s been a long time since good ones have been available; but are they really going to be sets of 20 as your ad says or did you mean to say 23 ? I think most people who want really good looking correct wheel nuts on their car are going to want the 3 on the spare wheel to match too…
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Re: PSA 26/27 WIRE WHEEL LUG NUTS AVAILABLE SOON!
They will also be offered a-la-carte.
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Re: PSA 26/27 WIRE WHEEL LUG NUTS AVAILABLE SOON!
What about the locking nut for the spare tire?
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Re: PSA 26/27 WIRE WHEEL LUG NUTS AVAILABLE SOON!
Already available.
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Re: PSA 26/27 WIRE WHEEL LUG NUTS AVAILABLE SOON!
About 20 sets remain available.
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Re: PSA 26/27 WIRE WHEEL LUG NUTS AVAILABLE SOON!
What's the status of these I ordered 3 sets (20 pieces in a set) plus 6 additional lug nuts and 3 lock nuts. Sent 1st email 21 Jan, plus some additional emails & no RSVP.
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Re: PSA 26/27 WIRE WHEEL LUG NUTS AVAILABLE SOON!
Waiting on Cadmium plating. Check your spam folder. Replies were sent to all emails received at chaffinsgarage@pacbell.net
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Re: PSA 26/27 WIRE WHEEL LUG NUTS AVAILABLE SOON!
I did get an initial RSVP but was expecting the items to be available by now - still want them - thanks for the updateMark Chaffin wrote: ↑Wed Feb 26, 2025 9:16 pmWaiting on Cadmium plating. Check your spam folder. Replies were sent to all emails received at chaffinsgarage@pacbell.net
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Re: PSA 26/27 WIRE WHEEL LUG NUTS AVAILABLE SOON!
Yes. The Cadmium plating company is backed up and we have to wait our turn. I was told today they should be finished soon and shipped by next week. Thanks for your patience.
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Re: PSA 26/27 WIRE WHEEL LUG NUTS AVAILABLE SOON!
Mark, cadmium plating of fasteners has almost universally banned due to toxicity and environmental issues. I would have thought California would be right at the head of this ban. There are alternatives, and looking at the samples you show, the platers are using one of these, for much better results. Perhaps this is the reason for the delay.
Allan from down under.
Allan from down under.
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Re: PSA 26/27 WIRE WHEEL LUG NUTS AVAILABLE SOON!
Yes. You are correct. Cadmium plating has been banned in Califunny. Because these were to be made "to the print", Cadmium plating was non-negotiable. We were fortunate to find a source willing to do it. It's a secret. 

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Re: PSA 26/27 WIRE WHEEL LUG NUTS AVAILABLE SOON (UPDATE)!
All have been spoken for (thanks all). We are no longer accepting pre-orders. Although this was initially a one time venture, we may elect to do another run in the future. We'll keep you posted.
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Re: PSA 26/27 WIRE WHEEL LUG NUTS AVAILABLE SOON!
As of today's date, the plating has been completed. After inspection for quality control, they should be shipped to us soon. We will let you know once they have arrived. Thank you all for your patience.
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Re: PSA 26/27 WIRE WHEEL LUG NUTS (UPDATE)!
just FYI, cad is still specified for many mil-spec fasteners, so it is still being done by some companies.
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Re: PSA 26/27 WIRE WHEEL LUG NUTS (UPDATE)!
Ain't it marvelous what a Government agency can do that is denied to us for our own good. Cad plating has some advantages in certain applications, but its widespread use led to its restriction for the general public.
Allan from down under.
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Re: PSA 26/27 WIRE WHEEL LUG NUTS (UPDATE)!
A quantity of the lug nuts are in and calls are going out to those on the list. Thank you for your patience.
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Re: PSA 26/27 WIRE WHEEL LUG NUTS (UPDATE)!
Mark,
I received a call from you about lug nuts, but I haven't received total or the address for payment.
Please send pm with details.
Thanks,
Clay Atkins
I received a call from you about lug nuts, but I haven't received total or the address for payment.
Please send pm with details.
Thanks,
Clay Atkins
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Re: PSA 26/27 WIRE WHEEL LUG NUTS (UPDATE)!
I received mine this week and they are beautiful, almost too nice to put on my 26 coupe. thanks Chaffins Garage for making these. Tim
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I received mine this week and they are excellent, Thank you for another perfect part.
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Re: PSA 26/27 WIRE WHEEL LUG NUTS (UPDATE)!
We may make one more run if we get more interest. Like before. Send us an email with your name, address and phone number. chaffinsgarage@pacbell.net
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Re: PSA 26/27 WIRE WHEEL LUG NUTS (UPDATE)!
Well sounds like Mark is working on my order today since my credit card has been charged and I should be expecting the new plated parts very soon.
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Re: PSA 26/27 WIRE WHEEL LUG NUTS (UPDATE)!
Yes. Dave has been filling pre-orders as fast as he can. Thank you for your patience and support.
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Re: PSA 26/27 WIRE WHEEL LUG NUTS (UPDATE)!
Dave or Mark can you call me about my pre-order from Jan. 28th confirmed Jane. 29th.? Thanks Clay Atkins you have my number.
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Order received... Great work and the quality does shine through. Thank you very much.
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I shall join the Chorus to sing Praise for the workmanship. I just received my set of wire wheel nuts . It was like getting a Wonderful Christmas Present in April !
They are show quality ! Kudos to you Mark ! -Dusty

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Re: PSA 26/27 WIRE WHEEL LUG NUTS (UPDATE)!
Hi Mark, I have been trying to email you but the messages keep being rejected by your server ( ? ? ) I am using < chaffinsgarage@pacbell.net > is that correct address ?
I sent you my name to go on the orders list when you first posted notice but have not heard anything back still.
I sent you my name to go on the orders list when you first posted notice but have not heard anything back still.
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Re: PSA 26/27 WIRE WHEEL LUG NUTS (UPDATE)!
I too received mine and the look absolutely perfect. Thanks for the excellent work.
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Re: PSA 26/27 WIRE WHEEL LUG NUTS (UPDATE)!
One more satisfied customer, thanks to Mark for help in keeping Model T's on the road!
(or at least making progress in the garage!)
Chris
(or at least making progress in the garage!)
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I received my lug nuts, Thanks Guys, they look nice.
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Re: PSA 26/27 WIRE WHEEL LUG NUTS (UPDATE)!
I haven't heard any update on my order so wondering about the present status.
Cheers ..... Joe
Cheers ..... Joe
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