I have a 69 Cutlass conv that came with these 14" wheels. From reading other threads I think they are SSIII from the 80's. What I would like to know is if they are in fact that and if I upgrade to disc brakes will the caliper clear? I would think all cars from the 80's would have come with disc brakes.
thanks,
Steve

 

Right Stuff Detailing, Wilwood for example are offering disc conversion for that 14” wheels.

I odered the right stuff version as it looks more original with the 1 piston caliber

 

That wheel should fit stock disc brakes. The pic below shows the difference in stock wheels. #1 fits disc brakes. #2 does not. Photo courtesy of another CO member.

 

Ok, great, I'll check out my rims. Am I correct on them being SSIII from the 80's?
thanks,
Steve

 

Yes, that would be my best guess from your pic.There are some numbers stamped on them if you can locate,including a date code. I'm not versed in decoding them, but somebody here sure is.

 

14" wheels with snap on center caps would be from that era. The early (60s-1974) 14" wheels had bolt on center caps.

 

Every single SSII/SIII wheel ever made by Oldsmobile clears factory 10.75" disc brakes used on A-body and G-body cars. Nearly all of the 1967-1972 cars made with disc brakes came with 14" wheels from the factory. Only the 69 H/Os came with 15" wheels in that period.

 

That’s great info! Makes me feel sure that disc conversation will work with my 14” SSIII