Magnum 500 black flat or gloss?

[B5blueGC]

Trying to refresh the original Magnum 500 rims. What type of black should these be? Flat or gloss?

TYIA

 

[moparlee]

Actually neither. They are a satin black.

 

[B5blueGC]

Actually neither. They are a satin black.

Thank you

 

[moparleo]

"Road wheel",
Magnum 500 is a Ford wheel.
Also some of the lug nut seats are in questionable shape. Do a good inspection on your wheels.
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[moparleo]

For 1970s Mopar vehicles with steel wheels, the most common lug nut type is the 1/2-20 thread with a 60-degree conical (acorn) seat, typically found on original equipment (OE) and aftermarket steel wheels. These lug nuts often have a 3/4" hex size. Left-hand thread lug nuts were used on the left side of full-size, B-body, and E-body Mopars through 1970.

Lug Nut Details:

• Thread Size: 1/2-20 (standard thread).
• Seat Type: Conical (60-degree).
• Hex Size: Typically 3/4".
• Material: Steel, often with a chrome plating.
• Length: Varies, but commonly around 1.38".
• Left-Hand Thread: Used on the left side of some Mopar models through 1970.
  

Important Notes:

• Verify Compatibility:
  Always confirm the lug nut type and thread size with your specific vehicle's specifications, as some models or aftermarket wheels may vary.
• OE vs. Aftermarket:
  OE (original equipment) steel wheels often use a lug nut that secures a hubcap or center cap. Aftermarket wheels may require a different lug nut style.
• No Lubrication:
  Avoid using lubricants or anti-seize on lug nuts or studs, as this can affect torque values and lead to loosening.
• Proper Torque:
  Always torque lug nuts to the manufacturer's specifications to ensure safe and secure wheel attachment.

 

[B5blueGC]

For 1970s Mopar vehicles with steel wheels, the most common lug nut type is the 1/2-20 thread with a 60-degree conical (acorn) seat, typically found on original equipment (OE) and aftermarket steel wheels. These lug nuts often have a 3/4" hex size. Left-hand thread lug nuts were used on the left side of full-size, B-body, and E-body Mopars through 1970.

Lug Nut Details:

• Thread Size: 1/2-20 (standard thread).
• Seat Type: Conical (60-degree).
• Hex Size: Typically 3/4".
• Material: Steel, often with a chrome plating.
• Length: Varies, but commonly around 1.38".
• Left-Hand Thread: Used on the left side of some Mopar models through 1970.

Important Notes:

• Verify Compatibility:
  Always confirm the lug nut type and thread size with your specific vehicle's specifications, as some models or aftermarket wheels may vary.
• OE vs. Aftermarket:
  OE (original equipment) steel wheels often use a lug nut that secures a hubcap or center cap. Aftermarket wheels may require a different lug nut style.
• No Lubrication:
  Avoid using lubricants or anti-seize on lug nuts or studs, as this can affect torque values and lead to loosening.
• Proper Torque:
  Always torque lug nuts to the manufacturer's specifications to ensure safe and secure wheel attachment.

Already replaced the left-hand threads. Will need to get new lug nuts.

 

[gran coupe john]

Magnum 500 are Ford rims? The coupe has them. What numbers on build sheet tell you the correct rims?

 

[B5blueGC]

Magnum 500 are Ford rims? The coupe has them. What numbers on build sheet tell you the correct rims?

It came with steel rims and hubcaps. Putting these on cuz I like them.

 

[gran coupe john]

Love the magnum rims.

 

[MoparCarGuy]

You can carefully clean up the conical lugnut seats in the wheels with a 1/2" 60° countersink bit. Link is to Amazon.
This can remedy minor seat issues but does take away a small amount of seat material which slightly enlarges the 1/2" holes.