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meangreen68 · 11-15-2009, 09:15 PM

I've seen several posts lately where opinions on vintage style aluminum slotted mags (AKA; ansen sprints) were expressed. I understand why some folks consider them too old school, or dated, but I grew up seeing these things on just about everything moving. When I was a kid, they were a constant in the pages of the Hot rod magazines. Therefore I blame my inordinate affection for these old wheels on my raising. I guess my parents should have kept me away from my uncles' race cars and garage. Oh well. I've had several sets on all sorts of vehicles and loved the way they looked on them all. So Now I have a 68 short stepside with 6 lug axles, and just picked up a set of old jeep wheels that are made just like slots. I also have another set that are newer and have the clear coating that needs to be removed, so I'll be using these for now. They were pretty bad to start with but with a little elbow grease, they are coming around. Hope to get the tires mounted up this week and then on the truck.
So If you have slots

and please post your pics in a show of solidarity.
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brad_man_72 · 11-15-2009, 09:18 PM

they are definatly cool, ive been looking for a shabby set for my boat trailer. i have 1 just need 3 more or i could have a spare to.

dennis3d · 11-15-2009, 09:18 PM

i am starting to like the slots also--what did you clean them with to get them so clean?

bigbadchev72 · 11-15-2009, 09:23 PM

Man was I dissapointed when I opened this thread, Misread the title

Looking good, Would also be interested in the process you used

**mikey531** · 11-15-2009, 09:24 PM

I looked at these"

http://maine.craigslist.org/pts/1464148754.html

They measure 7" inside the bead and they are decent just need cleaning. $100.00 will buy all 4

Tx Firefighter · 11-15-2009, 09:47 PM

Been there done that. Jeep slot mags on my old Suburban. I can't get enough of slot mags.

68C15 · 11-15-2009, 09:49 PM

I know a guy in NW Iowa who has a set of them. I'm trying to talk him out of them. now my neighbor has some on his newly acquired truck. ya think he would notice them missing? LOL

rwolf9653 · 11-15-2009, 10:00 PM

Totally with you! Old school...... yes. Dated ......yes. But that just adds to the coolness of them.

Slots and Cragars have a soft spot with me.

**Dan in Pasadena** · 11-15-2009, 10:02 PM

I love them.

meangreen68 · 11-15-2009, 10:08 PM

Thanks for the pic Kevin...I love it.
The process is not hard...just hard work.

1st. clean em up. I used oven cleaner and a scotch brite this time. followed with sos pad to get the cleaner off and any left over crud.

2nd. take care of any bumps and scars with agressive sanding. I had to use a file on the lips of a couple.

3rd. start sanding with 600 grit then graduate to 1000, then 1500, then 2000.
If you have a set thats not scared up like these you may be able to go strait to 1000. Usually don't have to spend alot of time with each grade, just enound to remove a fine layer of oxidized metal. The 2000 grit will tell the tale. And then your ready to polish.

4th. I used a buffer with fine cut compound and a sprinkle of water, then followed it with "mother's" on a cloth. could use a "powerball" if you have it. That might even work better.
that's it. It takes a little time, but I love to take something that looks used up and bring it back.

Keep the pics coming, I know you got em

northern 85 · 11-15-2009, 10:12 PM

yes we like em!

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**WIDESIDE72** · 11-15-2009, 10:13 PM

The great thing about old trucks is you can fix it like YOU want, not how the guy at the show wants, the guy at work wants or how the kid at McDonalds wants. I am planning on putting a set of 17x8 Ansens on my latest project, a 72 sbw step if I ever get that far, but I am not looking forward to $165 a piece! If I can find some used 15 x 8's for about half that, I will "settle" for 15's. I am going for the mid 70's vibe on it with M/T valvecovers on the 350, a Sun Super Tach II attached to the column with a hose clamp, a barefoor gas pedal and foam grip 10" Cal Custon steering wheel in addition to the mags. I already have the tach VC's and wheel, just need the mags. Why this kinda build? Cause I like it.

**too much stuff** · 11-15-2009, 10:14 PM

I am unsure of the brand on these, but i know they are fairly old. These have the "machine turned" surface.

rustyescott · 11-15-2009, 10:15 PM

love,m got three sets

Tx Firefighter · 11-15-2009, 10:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by WIDESIDE72

The great thing about old trucks is you can fix it like YOU want, not how the guy at the show wants, the guy at work wants or how the kid at McDonalds wants. I am planning on putting a set of 17x8 Ansens on my latest project, a 72 sbw step if I ever get that far, but I am not looking forward to $165 a piece! If I can find some used 15 x 8's for about half that, I will "settle" for 15's. I am going for the mid 70's vibe on it with M/T valvecovers on the 350, a Sun Super Tach II attached to the column with a hose clamp, a barefoor gas pedal and foam grip 10" Cal Custon steering wheel in addition to the mags. I already have the tach VC's and wheel, just need the mags. Why this kinda build? Cause I like it.

17x8 5 on 5 Ansens are now discontinued. You waited too long. I sat down tonight with my credit card ready to order a set for my 63. Gone from production ! American Racing still catalogs the part numbers for them, but they are permanently out of stock through distributors.

tcb-1 · 11-15-2009, 10:28 PM

Kevin, say it isn't so! the 17" Ansens are discontinued??? Now that sucks!

I just almost dropped the hammer on a set of those for my stepper last year. they are period correct..... many people don't like them, but I looooooove them!

Tx Firefighter · 11-15-2009, 10:30 PM

Yep. I sat down tonight to order a set of 17 inch slots or even 15 inch slots. All of the 5 lug truck pattern slot mags are discontinued.

Since your truck is 6 lug, I think they are still available for your application.

northern 85 · 11-15-2009, 10:32 PM

I think you can still get 17" 6 bolt through stocton wheel

northern 85 · 11-15-2009, 10:33 PM

Tex why does it say you are offline?

Tx Firefighter · 11-15-2009, 10:34 PM

I just looked at the Ansens for 6 lug applications. The only size options are 15x7 and 17x7. Nothing wider. That's at Jegs. Can't find any 6 lugs at Summit.

Tx Firefighter · 11-15-2009, 10:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by northern 85

Tex why does it say you are offline?

If you knew me, you'd know I'm permanently offline 24 hours a day. My girlfriend and the guys at work can vouch for that.

tcb-1 · 11-15-2009, 10:47 PM

darn it Kev, you could have just said they discontinued them all!! now I'm paranoid and I might have to spend some money!

Mxracer202 · 11-15-2009, 11:20 PM

had apair on my jeep that i thought i would put on the c10 but i got a good deal on some 17in tires so i guess there going back to the jeep

mabey when i get new tires ill get 16's

ratrod67 · 11-15-2009, 11:21 PM

my 70.

northern 85 · 11-15-2009, 11:24 PM

Cool truck ratrod

11-15-2009, 09:15 PM	#1
meangreen68 you gotta be kiddin! Join Date: May 2009 Location: Hamburg AR Posts: 107	Slot lovers unite! I've seen several posts lately where opinions on vintage style aluminum slotted mags (AKA; ansen sprints) were expressed. I understand why some folks consider them too old school, or dated, but I grew up seeing these things on just about everything moving. When I was a kid, they were a constant in the pages of the Hot rod magazines. Therefore I blame my inordinate affection for these old wheels on my raising. I guess my parents should have kept me away from my uncles' race cars and garage. Oh well. I've had several sets on all sorts of vehicles and loved the way they looked on them all. So Now I have a 68 short stepside with 6 lug axles, and just picked up a set of old jeep wheels that are made just like slots. I also have another set that are newer and have the clear coating that needs to be removed, so I'll be using these for now. They were pretty bad to start with but with a little elbow grease, they are coming around. Hope to get the tires mounted up this week and then on the truck. So If you have slots and please post your pics in a show of solidarity. __________________ It ain't easy being greasy!

11-15-2009, 09:18 PM	#2
brad_man_72 the boat guy Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: springfield mo Posts: 2,339	Re: Slot lovers unite! they are definatly cool, ive been looking for a shabby set for my boat trailer. i have 1 just need 3 more or i could have a spare to. __________________ 67, swb, fleet, tach, throttle, 5.3, 4l60e, 3.73's, fuel cell, 5 lug, p.d.b., 4-6 drop. great little truck 66, stevens drag/ski 18' silouette, 350, 2.02 doublehump heads. comp extreme marine 278 cam, vette 7 fin valve covers, old polished edelbrock intake, velvetdrive, casale v-drive, adj cavitation plate. 28, model a rpu project,

11-15-2009, 09:18 PM	#3
dennis3d Registered User Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Louisiana Posts: 20	Re: Slot lovers unite! i am starting to like the slots also--what did you clean them with to get them so clean?

11-15-2009, 09:23 PM	#4
bigbadchev72 People know me Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Hermiston, oregon Posts: 840	Re: Slot lovers unite! Man was I dissapointed when I opened this thread, Misread the title Looking good, Would also be interested in the process you used __________________ 1972 k/5 blazer CST 4X4 Crate 350, th350/205, dana44with trac-loc/14 bolt with detroit locker, 4 wheel discs 4.56s, 8" suspension lift using 73-87springs, 1" zerorate custom front crossmember, HAD CV drivelines and driveshaft e-brake, full cage, PRP seats, Full autometer gauges, 38x14.5x16 Toyo M/Ts, 16x10 Polished aluminum rockcrusher wheels 1967 longbox 4x4, Strong 400/400/208, 44/12bolt 4.10s, 6" lift, 35" Toyo M/Ts on corvette rally wheels

11-15-2009, 09:24 PM	#5
mikey531 Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Exeter, NH Posts: 775	Re: Slot lovers unite! I looked at these" http://maine.craigslist.org/pts/1464148754.html They measure 7" inside the bead and they are decent just need cleaning. $100.00 will buy all 4

11-15-2009, 09:47 PM	#6
Tx Firefighter Watch out for your cornhole ! Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Azle, Texas Posts: 14,162	Re: Slot lovers unite! Been there done that. Jeep slot mags on my old Suburban. I can't get enough of slot mags. __________________ I'm on the Instagram- @Gearhead_Kevin Last edited by Tx Firefighter; 11-15-2009 at 09:47 PM.

11-15-2009, 09:49 PM	#7
68C15 blood type; Retumbo Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: next to my reloading bench Posts: 10,269	Re: Slot lovers unite! I know a guy in NW Iowa who has a set of them. I'm trying to talk him out of them. now my neighbor has some on his newly acquired truck. ya think he would notice them missing? LOL

11-15-2009, 10:00 PM	#8
rwolf9653 more ideas than money Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: spring grove, pa Posts: 1,068	Re: Slot lovers unite! Totally with you! Old school...... yes. Dated ......yes. But that just adds to the coolness of them. Slots and Cragars have a soft spot with me. __________________ Randy 1948 Chevy 3100 5 window 1966 Chevy C30 Dually 1967 Chevy K10 1972 Chevy K20 1972 Chevy C10 1972 Chevy K5 Blazer 1987 Chevy V10 2003 Chevy Suburban

11-15-2009, 10:02 PM	#9
Dan in Pasadena Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Glendora, CA Posts: 6,331	Re: Slot lovers unite! I love them.

11-15-2009, 10:08 PM	#10
meangreen68 you gotta be kiddin! Join Date: May 2009 Location: Hamburg AR Posts: 107	Re: Slot lovers unite! Thanks for the pic Kevin...I love it. The process is not hard...just hard work. 1st. clean em up. I used oven cleaner and a scotch brite this time. followed with sos pad to get the cleaner off and any left over crud. 2nd. take care of any bumps and scars with agressive sanding. I had to use a file on the lips of a couple. 3rd. start sanding with 600 grit then graduate to 1000, then 1500, then 2000. If you have a set thats not scared up like these you may be able to go strait to 1000. Usually don't have to spend alot of time with each grade, just enound to remove a fine layer of oxidized metal. The 2000 grit will tell the tale. And then your ready to polish. 4th. I used a buffer with fine cut compound and a sprinkle of water, then followed it with "mother's" on a cloth. could use a "powerball" if you have it. That might even work better. that's it. It takes a little time, but I love to take something that looks used up and bring it back. Keep the pics coming, I know you got em __________________ It ain't easy being greasy!

11-15-2009, 10:12 PM	#11
northern 85 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Fairfield Maine Posts: 1,759	Re: Slot lovers unite! yes we like em!

11-15-2009, 10:13 PM	#12
WIDESIDE72 Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Cedar Park, Texas Posts: 7,494	Re: Slot lovers unite! The great thing about old trucks is you can fix it like YOU want, not how the guy at the show wants, the guy at work wants or how the kid at McDonalds wants. I am planning on putting a set of 17x8 Ansens on my latest project, a 72 sbw step if I ever get that far, but I am not looking forward to $165 a piece! If I can find some used 15 x 8's for about half that, I will "settle" for 15's. I am going for the mid 70's vibe on it with M/T valvecovers on the 350, a Sun Super Tach II attached to the column with a hose clamp, a barefoor gas pedal and foam grip 10" Cal Custon steering wheel in addition to the mags. I already have the tach VC's and wheel, just need the mags. Why this kinda build? Cause I like it. Last edited by WIDESIDE72; 11-15-2009 at 10:18 PM.

11-15-2009, 10:14 PM	#13
too much stuff Roadtrip! Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Grand Rapids MN Posts: 13,692	Re: Slot lovers unite! I am unsure of the brand on these, but i know they are fairly old. These have the "machine turned" surface. Attached Images __________________ 67 gmc custom lwb dakota truck. Sold...And bought back 69 swb 4x4 project (in progress) 70 c-10 lwb texas truck 70 4x4/BB/bkts/posi/tach(retired) 70 swb (wifes) 70 jimmy camper 71 K-5 factory 2wd 71 cheyenne 4x4/tach/posi/ plow rig 71 Cheyenne20 BB, buckets, tach, tilt, 4 speed 72 jimmy CST wyoming rig 72 jimmy Colorado rig 72 lifted texas 4x4 3/4 ton burb 65 fury conv. 383/auto 65 chrysler 300 "L" 413 auto

11-15-2009, 10:15 PM	#14
rustyescott Registered User Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: clifton tx Posts: 209	Re: Slot lovers unite! love,m got three sets

11-15-2009, 10:28 PM	#16
tcb-1 Nothing to see here..... Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Shawnee, KS Posts: 4,625	Re: Slot lovers unite! Kevin, say it isn't so! the 17" Ansens are discontinued??? Now that sucks! I just almost dropped the hammer on a set of those for my stepper last year. they are period correct..... many people don't like them, but I looooooove them! __________________ Doug THANK YOU to our American Soldiers & Veterans - POW MIA "You will NEVER be forgotten". The democracy will cease to exist when you take away from those who are willing to work and give to those who would not. Thomas Jefferson



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11-15-2009, 10:30 PM	#17
Tx Firefighter Watch out for your cornhole ! Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Azle, Texas Posts: 14,162	Re: Slot lovers unite! Yep. I sat down tonight to order a set of 17 inch slots or even 15 inch slots. All of the 5 lug truck pattern slot mags are discontinued. Since your truck is 6 lug, I think they are still available for your application. __________________ I'm on the Instagram- @Gearhead_Kevin

11-15-2009, 10:32 PM	#18
northern 85 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Fairfield Maine Posts: 1,759	Re: Slot lovers unite! I think you can still get 17" 6 bolt through stocton wheel

11-15-2009, 10:33 PM	#19
northern 85 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Fairfield Maine Posts: 1,759	Re: Slot lovers unite! Tex why does it say you are offline?

11-15-2009, 10:34 PM	#20
Tx Firefighter Watch out for your cornhole ! Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Azle, Texas Posts: 14,162	Re: Slot lovers unite! I just looked at the Ansens for 6 lug applications. The only size options are 15x7 and 17x7. Nothing wider. That's at Jegs. Can't find any 6 lugs at Summit. __________________ I'm on the Instagram- @Gearhead_Kevin

11-15-2009, 10:47 PM	#22
tcb-1 Nothing to see here..... Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Shawnee, KS Posts: 4,625	Re: Slot lovers unite! darn it Kev, you could have just said they discontinued them all!! now I'm paranoid and I might have to spend some money! __________________ Doug THANK YOU to our American Soldiers & Veterans - POW MIA "You will NEVER be forgotten". The democracy will cease to exist when you take away from those who are willing to work and give to those who would not. Thomas Jefferson

11-15-2009, 11:20 PM	#23
Mxracer202 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: RC, South Dakota. Posts: 164	Re: Slot lovers unite! had apair on my jeep that i thought i would put on the c10 but i got a good deal on some 17in tires so i guess there going back to the jeep mabey when i get new tires ill get 16's __________________ 58 Jeep willys pickup 67 K10 4x4- soon to be trail truck TROUBLE MAKER RACING "If you can't stand BEHIND our troops, please stand in FRONT of them."

11-15-2009, 11:21 PM	#24
ratrod67 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: DFW Texas Posts: 2,270	Re: Slot lovers unite! my 70. Attached Images

11-15-2009, 11:24 PM	#25
northern 85 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Fairfield Maine Posts: 1,759	Re: Slot lovers unite! Cool truck ratrod

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