15x10 Slot Mags on 1970 Longbed fleetside - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

RThree · 06-22-2019, 09:50 PM

Hey guys,

I’m thinking about buying this set of 15x10” slot mags rims for my 1970 Fleetside longbed but I’m a little worried about the width, will they fit? Any advice on tires? Any input is welcome! Truck is stock btw.

**Wikid61** · 06-23-2019, 02:10 AM

Will better look w/those slot's. The fronts will hang in the breeze more. If you had 8.5's it would be less pronounced. They will fit, yes no rubbing. BF Goodrich Radial T/A's will give you a more period classic look. Possibly Cooper Cobra's as well. 60 series will be a better fit, to fill those arched wheel wheels. Love those deep barrel style vs the standard offset.

**special-K** · 06-23-2019, 07:47 AM

You'll need a wide low profile tire on the front. It's the road hugger look of the '70s, if that's ok with you.
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I don't know the exact size of wheels or tires on this truck, but this is something close to what you will have. The wide all around look was big in the Southeast until hoopdy hoops came on. It was real common to see conversion '90s Chevy shortbeds with 10s all around with fender flare kits running around. My friend bought an '85 SWB that came with 10s all around. He had them on his '68 when he first finished it. This is more like what you can expect. I think that truck of Larry Dunn's has 12s or some minimal back space

RThree · 06-23-2019, 01:25 PM

Awesome. Thank you guys that really give me a good idea of what it will look like. I think I’ll go ahead with them then poke around and see if anybody wants to trade for a pair of 8 wide for the front.

**special-K** · 06-23-2019, 01:54 PM

That's the thing to do. It's not easy finding the perfect set and someone else will need the other two. Maybe you'll find someone with a set of 8.5s who wants 10s in the rear to straight swap

**Wikid61** · 06-23-2019, 02:58 PM

If no trades happen, I will look at the 2 you may part with. I do know shipping these are pricey due to their weight, but will not scare me off. Good luck in the search locally.

RThree · 06-23-2019, 06:18 PM

Unfortunately when I meet the guy to buy the mags every one of them was severely curb rashed even though I specifically asked him about it before hand.... but hey that’s craigslist for ya. Back to the hunt.

**Canuckvetter** · 06-23-2019, 06:30 PM

This 67 I bought a couple years ago has 5 of them there 15"x8" slot mags. I didn't like them at first but they are starting to grow on me.

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...1&d=1561328875

RThree · 06-23-2019, 09:32 PM

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Originally Posted by Canuckvetter

This 67 I bought a couple years ago has 5 of them there 15"x8" slot mags. I didn't like them at first but they are starting to grow on me.

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...1&d=1561328875

They look good! But go to Napa Auto and grab yourself some Aluminum Brightener, quick spray and scrub with water then spray on the brightener and let it foam up for a bit then hose them off. You will like them a whole lot better!

Of course you can fully buff them out if you want to keep going but that Aluminum Brightener does wonders.

**Wikid61** · 07-16-2019, 09:49 PM

Bump/Update?

Warrens69GMC · 07-16-2019, 11:41 PM

I have a pair of 15x10 westerns. I will get pictures.

**special-K** · 07-17-2019, 07:41 AM

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Originally Posted by Wikid61

Bump/Update?

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Quote:

Originally Posted by RThree

Unfortunately when I meet the guy to buy the mags every one of them was severely curb rashed even though I specifically asked him about it before hand.... but hey that’s craigslist for ya. Back to the hunt.

CG · 07-17-2019, 09:08 AM

Im a sucker for slots. No idea why haha. I have several sets (none for sale) of five and six luggers. Came close to buying some from a board member on this thread even. If I find a set come up for a reasonable price and I have truck money in my pocket I buy em. *crazy*

Im gonna try that cleaning method with the Napa stuff on one and see how it turns out.

GASoline71 · 07-17-2019, 11:42 AM

15x10 P275/60R15.s out back and 15x7 P245/60R15's up front. Original ET uni-lug 5 window slot mags from the 1960's. The rear offset is pretty deep. Truck is lowered 2" in front and 4 " out back.

Gary

**Wikid61** · 07-17-2019, 11:47 AM

He went (OP) went back on the hunt, hence 'update' ie find anything since?

RThree · 07-17-2019, 02:05 PM

Yeah i was bummed about those slots being in such bad condition but I ended up going with these 6 lug Rally Wheels instead. Bought them from Randy500 in the for sale section of this site. I really like how they turned out. I also gave my truck a 2/4 drop for a little attitude.

**Boog** · 07-17-2019, 02:47 PM

Now you’ve got the look. 👍. Good choice.

yuccales · 07-17-2019, 07:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RThree

Yeah i was bummed about those slots being in such bad condition but I ended up going with these 6 lug Rally Wheels instead. Bought them from Randy500 in the for sale section of this site. I really like how they turned out. I also gave my truck a 2/4 drop for a little attitude.

Way better look!

**Ol Blue K20** · 07-18-2019, 09:43 AM

Looks great! Has an attitude now.

RThree · 07-18-2019, 02:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Boog

Now you’ve got the look. 👍. Good choice.

Thank you! I’m really happy with how it turned out, now I just need to replace the 255/60 in the front with 275/60 to level it out a bit.

**michael bustamante** · 07-18-2019, 03:22 PM

can never go wrong with 15x8 ralleys

06-22-2019, 09:50 PM	#1
RThree Registered User Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: Santa Rosa, CA Posts: 124	15x10 Slot Mags on 1970 Longbed fleetside Hey guys, I’m thinking about buying this set of 15x10” slot mags rims for my 1970 Fleetside longbed but I’m a little worried about the width, will they fit? Any advice on tires? Any input is welcome! Truck is stock btw. Attached Images __________________ - 1972 K20 Longhorn, 4wd conversion. "TAWNKAA" Project. 292ci Inline 6 / '93 NV4500 / 32 spline 205 TC / Dana 60s front & back / rear Detroit Locker / 4.10 Gears / 35" BFG MT KM2 / 4" Tuff Country lift. "TAWNKAA"Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s....php?p=6823933 - 1970 C10 Lonbed, 292ci Inline 6, 3 on the tree, stock.

06-23-2019, 02:10 AM	#2
Wikid61 Post Whore Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: anamosa iowa Posts: 46,604	Re: 15x10 Slot Mags on 1970 Longbed fleetside Will better look w/those slot's. The fronts will hang in the breeze more. If you had 8.5's it would be less pronounced. They will fit, yes no rubbing. BF Goodrich Radial T/A's will give you a more period classic look. Possibly Cooper Cobra's as well. 60 series will be a better fit, to fill those arched wheel wheels. Love those deep barrel style vs the standard offset.

06-23-2019, 07:47 AM	#3
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,862	Re: 15x10 Slot Mags on 1970 Longbed fleetside You'll need a wide low profile tire on the front. It's the road hugger look of the '70s, if that's ok with you. I don't know the exact size of wheels or tires on this truck, but this is something close to what you will have. The wide all around look was big in the Southeast until hoopdy hoops came on. It was real common to see conversion '90s Chevy shortbeds with 10s all around with fender flare kits running around. My friend bought an '85 SWB that came with 10s all around. He had them on his '68 when he first finished it. This is more like what you can expect. I think that truck of Larry Dunn's has 12s or some minimal back space Attached Images __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

06-23-2019, 01:25 PM	#4
RThree Registered User Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: Santa Rosa, CA Posts: 124	Re: 15x10 Slot Mags on 1970 Longbed fleetside Awesome. Thank you guys that really give me a good idea of what it will look like. I think I’ll go ahead with them then poke around and see if anybody wants to trade for a pair of 8 wide for the front. __________________ - 1972 K20 Longhorn, 4wd conversion. "TAWNKAA" Project. 292ci Inline 6 / '93 NV4500 / 32 spline 205 TC / Dana 60s front & back / rear Detroit Locker / 4.10 Gears / 35" BFG MT KM2 / 4" Tuff Country lift. "TAWNKAA"Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s....php?p=6823933 - 1970 C10 Lonbed, 292ci Inline 6, 3 on the tree, stock.

06-23-2019, 01:54 PM	#5
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,862	Re: 15x10 Slot Mags on 1970 Longbed fleetside That's the thing to do. It's not easy finding the perfect set and someone else will need the other two. Maybe you'll find someone with a set of 8.5s who wants 10s in the rear to straight swap __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

06-23-2019, 02:58 PM	#6
Wikid61 Post Whore Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: anamosa iowa Posts: 46,604	Re: 15x10 Slot Mags on 1970 Longbed fleetside If no trades happen, I will look at the 2 you may part with. I do know shipping these are pricey due to their weight, but will not scare me off. Good luck in the search locally.

06-23-2019, 06:18 PM	#7
RThree Registered User Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: Santa Rosa, CA Posts: 124	Re: 15x10 Slot Mags on 1970 Longbed fleetside Unfortunately when I meet the guy to buy the mags every one of them was severely curb rashed even though I specifically asked him about it before hand.... but hey that’s craigslist for ya. Back to the hunt. __________________ - 1972 K20 Longhorn, 4wd conversion. "TAWNKAA" Project. 292ci Inline 6 / '93 NV4500 / 32 spline 205 TC / Dana 60s front & back / rear Detroit Locker / 4.10 Gears / 35" BFG MT KM2 / 4" Tuff Country lift. "TAWNKAA"Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s....php?p=6823933 - 1970 C10 Lonbed, 292ci Inline 6, 3 on the tree, stock.

06-23-2019, 06:30 PM	#8
Canuckvetter How did I get this OLD! Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: Lamont County, AB, CANADA Posts: 1,041	Re: 15x10 Slot Mags on 1970 Longbed fleetside This 67 I bought a couple years ago has 5 of them there 15"x8" slot mags. I didn't like them at first but they are starting to grow on me. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...1&d=1561328875 Attached Images __________________ 1967 Oshawa built LWB Fleetside. 327,3 OTT, 515 Vermilion, CST, PS, PB, Shoulder Harness, Tach,Vac, Speed Warning, Choke Delete, Manual Throttle, Fawn interior. Dealer installed A/C 04/2015, N34 Rosewood Wheel 06/2023 Members who I have met personally. Metaldoc, chevnkevin, 62 Longbed, 72LHorn, 72MARIO, YBNORML, TBONE1964, Classic Bowties, Chevemall, Dagnabbitt.

07-16-2019, 09:49 PM	#10
Wikid61 Post Whore Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: anamosa iowa Posts: 46,604	Re: 15x10 Slot Mags on 1970 Longbed fleetside Bump/Update?

07-16-2019, 11:41 PM	#11
Warrens69GMC Registered User Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Safford,AZ Posts: 3,613	Re: 15x10 Slot Mags on 1970 Longbed fleetside I have a pair of 15x10 westerns. I will get pictures.

07-17-2019, 09:08 AM	#13
CG BlahBlahBlah Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Monroe, Wa. Posts: 19,769	Re: 15x10 Slot Mags on 1970 Longbed fleetside Im a sucker for slots. No idea why haha. I have several sets (none for sale) of five and six luggers. Came close to buying some from a board member on this thread even. If I find a set come up for a reasonable price and I have truck money in my pocket I buy em. crazy Im gonna try that cleaning method with the Napa stuff on one and see how it turns out. __________________ … … … … … … … … ... … … … … … … … … … … … Monroe Swap meet May 18-19. Mike has the same spots for the NW guys he's had forever. Lunch time BBQ at the spaces. If you have stuff to sell bring it along. If you have a question PM stllookn (Mike) here via the board. https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=851291

07-17-2019, 11:47 AM	#15
Wikid61 Post Whore Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: anamosa iowa Posts: 46,604	Re: 15x10 Slot Mags on 1970 Longbed fleetside He went (OP) went back on the hunt, hence 'update' ie find anything since?

07-17-2019, 02:05 PM	#16
RThree Registered User Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: Santa Rosa, CA Posts: 124	Re: 15x10 Slot Mags on 1970 Longbed fleetside Yeah i was bummed about those slots being in such bad condition but I ended up going with these 6 lug Rally Wheels instead. Bought them from Randy500 in the for sale section of this site. I really like how they turned out. I also gave my truck a 2/4 drop for a little attitude. Attached Images __________________ - 1972 K20 Longhorn, 4wd conversion. "TAWNKAA" Project. 292ci Inline 6 / '93 NV4500 / 32 spline 205 TC / Dana 60s front & back / rear Detroit Locker / 4.10 Gears / 35" BFG MT KM2 / 4" Tuff Country lift. "TAWNKAA"Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s....php?p=6823933 - 1970 C10 Lonbed, 292ci Inline 6, 3 on the tree, stock.

07-17-2019, 02:47 PM	#17
Boog laying low Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: Searcy, Ark. USA Posts: 12,947	Re: 15x10 Slot Mags on 1970 Longbed fleetside Now you’ve got the look. 👍. Good choice. __________________ Boog 69 Chevy stepside, 358/T350, 4.11 posi, 4.5/4 drop, rallys, poboy driver primer is finer 91 Chevy sportside, Tahoe, Yukon & GMC Crewcab All GM..'nuff said. I stand for the flag and kneel at the cross

07-18-2019, 09:43 AM	#19
Ol Blue K20 Proprietor of Dale's Corner Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Vacaville , CA Posts: 15,834	Re: 15x10 Slot Mags on 1970 Longbed fleetside Looks great! Has an attitude now. __________________ "Some Days Chickens And Some Days Feathers" Dale XNGH ECV Sam Brannan 1004 R.I.P. 67ChevyRedneck R.I.P. Grumpy Old Man



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07-18-2019, 03:22 PM	#21
michael bustamante Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Albuquerque NM Posts: 7,814	Re: 15x10 Slot Mags on 1970 Longbed fleetside can never go wrong with 15x8 ralleys __________________ 1967custom

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