No public brand/source suggestions please (. He started out making wheels and various parts for race cars, specifically midgets like the one he ran before the war, but what made his parts stand out was due to his background. About Halibrand An early pioneer in the racing and performance wheel industry, Halibrand has cultivated a storied presence in lightweight and competition wheels for all forms of motorsports dating back to the 1940s. http://www.mcgard.com/, Motorsport Technology wheel adapters A356: Al 91.1-93.3(wt%), Cu max 0.2, Fe max 0.2, Mg 0.25-0.45, Mn max 0.1, Si 6.5-7.5, Ti max 0.2, Zn max 0.1, Other, each max 0.05, Other, total max 0.15. Contact Seller. Advice on restoring and polishing Mag Wheels? . Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for Gasser Front Halibrand 1pc WHEELS W .950 OD Tires RVL1:25 Serch LBR Model Parts at the best online prices at eBay! Privacy Policy. +39mm Offset - Anthracite, Dinan Hyper Kinetic HB003 Wheel 20x10 in. CA. ANY HELP WOULD MAKE MY DAY. Iconic? Unfortunately, due to the Halibrand trademark being sold several times since the late 1970s, plenty of the brands story and physical history have been lost to time. Another thing would be to search the web with "magnesium wheels", see what turns up. Also in Tools, Shop Equipment & Chemicals, Cataclean - Fuel and Exhaust System Cleaner, Cataclean Diesel - Fuel and Exhaust System Cleaner, Distribution Blocks, Filters, Adapters and Fittings, Microswitch and Solenoid Mounting Brackets. If you've got chromed aluminum wheels, soap and water ought to work as good for a lot less money. Part Number: Unknown. True to Teds passion, Halibrand will honor its heritage by bringing classic wheels we all know and love, like the five-slot Sprint wheel and other classic styles, back to the market. Any help greatly appreciated. Any help would be appreciated. More information More like this Chevrolet Silverado 1985 Chevy C10 67 72 Chevy Truck Always engineering-focused, the shrinking demand for the wheels and parts wound up taking a toll, especially once Indy racers gravitated towards rear-engined machines from Europe, and in 1979, Ted sold the company off. 2023 Holley Performance Products, Inc. All Rights Reserved. He was born in 1916 in Paterson, New Jersey, home to one of the most celebrated dirt tracks through the '30s, Hinchcliffe Stadium. There is an old thread that explores the subject, as well as available alternatives, " Attached is an old ad for the wheels. The Halibrand Sprint Wheel Series is Now Available in Popular 15 Sizes a Halibrand Turbine Wheels are a Modern Spin on the Classic Turbine Style Wheels. +39mm Offset - Silver, Halibrand Sprint and Indy Roadster Wheels For 1973-1987 GM C10 Trucks, Take A Tour Inside Holley's Carburetor Factory And Check Out Some Of Holley's History. By the 1960s, Halibrand equipment was the standard for racers, gearheads, and even the OEM manufacturers. Some of the biggest brands producing magnesium wheels in the past include Halibrand, American Racing, Campagnolo, Cromodora, Ronal, Technomagnesio, and Watanabe. Halibrand Quick-Change Rear End; Brown, Orange & Cream Livery; Brown Upholstery; 12" Halibrand Magnesium Wheels; Hydraulic Rear Drum Brakes; Four-Into-One High-Mount Exhaust; Evans Manual Steering Box; Refurbished in 2010; Private Party or Dealer: Private Party. Email: stephanie.americanrebelmfg@gmail.com These Wheels ar Show off your Holley Pride! RZ5: Mg 94.05, Zn 5.62, Zr 0.19, Ce 0.10, Nd 0.03 (wt%). They were eventually specified on road cars by Carroll Shelby. Superb job. . This wheel was short lived, but I found it interesting that it was a dealer option on 1964 Studebakers, and I happen to own a '64 Studebaker Daytona Wagonaire station wagon. I recently bought a pair of rough looking 16x13 Halibrand magnesium wheels off an early funny car. http://www.haydenent.com/, Ken Huff Racing Wheels Land Speed Record racing wheels A. Hello Leonardo, Eddie -- http://www.earlywheel.com/, Esajian Wheels Skip to content. 295540260865 The problem is that magnesium is highly reactive and acid dipping (pickling) will not make it less so. 15 x 10 Halibrand 7011. [affil. At first it was fun using metal polish to return them to their lustrous state but that soon wore off. In his article, Gingerelli noted that Jackman sold the company to Wayne Mitchell in 1988 and Mitchell soon after brought in Barry Blackmore and the duo eventually sold out to Richard Lejeurrne. Ted Halibrand was never content to rest on his laurels. The same attention to detail will be applied to new wheel designs, such as the reborn Sprint, C10 Sprint, Indy Roadster, Five-Spoke and C10 Turbine wheels. They are cast from AZ 91 alloy. Simultaneously, we will innovate with late-model wheel designs with the same eye for engineering detail that Ted would've demanded himself. Bogie 1 - 11 of 11 Posts http://www.vintageeng.com/, D.J. And to us, photos are reason enough to run a story about the most hallowed name in the hot rod world: Halibrand Engineering. Transmission: GM 4L60E Automatic. A. Link Today's application for real magnesium wheels is generally for their lightness, not their appearance. Perhaps pick up a copy of a magazine for performance cars, i.e. $42.00. In 1982 the company was sold to wheel producer Jackman Industries, which held the company until 1988. 339.95. AZ91D: 8.3-9.7% Al, 0.15% Mn min, 0.35-1.0% Zn, 0.10% Si max, 0.005% Fe max, 0.030% Cu max, 0.002% Ni max, 0.02% max. 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Many manufacturers of this type. $24.50 . A two-component urethane coating would likely hold up fairly well with a reasonably good appearance; however, I have leaned toward the use of a good quality lacquer for several reasons. To minimize searching & thrashing, multiple threads were merged; please forgive repetition, chronology errors, or disrespect of other responses (they probably weren't there) :-). History lesson: Ted started out as a mechanic for midget racers in the 30s before buying his own car and ultimately building midgets for many great racers before the War. Following this success, Halibrand formed Halibrand Engineering in 1947 in Culver City, California. The lug nuts are concealed behind the cover which is held on by the knockoff. RFQ: I also have a pair of Halibrand magnesium 12-spoke spindle-mount wheels in need of corrosion protection. The coating acts as a clear sealant and a buffer to the environment. We offer real name brand quality for less than the cheap imitators. 279.95. Alcoa produces forged wheels of Al 6061-T6 (to my recollection), mostly for heavy trucks. [affil link] which is used as sealant coat for aluminum pontoon boats. Just before World War II he moved to Southern California, and while working as a service rep at Douglas aircraft he started dabbling with race cars-he even owned and raced a Kurtis Offenhauser midget. Not only is it the most hallowed of all in hot-rodderdom, it's probably the only chunk of real estate where the high-tech and traditional movements find common ground. Whether or not it was due to Halibrand's design, Rudge Whitworth, the company that devised the earlier spline-drive design, used principles similar to Halibrand's to create the wheels and hubs for Porsche 356 race cars and Mercedes-Benz' 300-Series gullwings and roadsters. Select all options to view Wheel Specs: Need to locate an installer? Doesn't magnesium catch on fire and burn at like 5,000 degrees? I sprayed it and let it sit a couple minutes then wiped it even. Built for the true American Hot Rodder. Do you know where I can get student info on the history of magnesium wheels? Original Shelby 427 Sc Halibrand Magnesium Wheels - Front. The mere thought makes us cringe, but Jackman's employees allegedly re-purposed many of the company's exquisite mahogany patterns as fuel for bonfires at various desert outings. + $9.99 shipping. I have some deep dish mag wheels Ansens 15x10 they are very dull and have blemishes scratches, etc. Good luck! post . . http://www.esajianwheels.com/, Gilbertson Machine Shop Lon Gilbertson can widen or narrow your aluminum wheels . http://www.petepaulsen.com/, Radir Custom Wheels of the 'HALBRAND' magnesium cast wheels which were an option during 1963/64. http://www.kenlowe.com.au/, MRT Marsh Racing Technologies Halibrand's pin-drive idea instantly made the lighter magnesium wheels practical and as a consequence Halibrand Engineering found instant success. Trimmer Paul Reichlin (Cedardale Auto Upholstery) and machinist Buffalo (Buffalo Enterprises) let us snap shots of their collections. Thank you. Everyone has a different reason why it happened, but Halibrand Engineering went into Chapter 7 bankruptcy in the mid-'90s and ceased to exist as a part manufacturing company. Plus, the genuine Halibrand magnesium wheels with knock-off center hubs really make this worthy of the icon. For all practical purposes, it was only when someone built a Gasser that American or Halibrand would sell a pair of narrow, five-lug, bolt-on, magnesium front wheels. Magnesium Finishing One Piece Cast Wheels Champ Sprint Starburst Altered 10 Spoke Kidney Bean HOME ABOUT That wasn't always the case. http://www.championwheel.com/, Circle Racing Wheels w/ chemical supplier - Grand Rapids, Michigan, Sorry, this RFQ is outdated, but technical replies are welcome. Q. I RECENTLY PURCHASED A DATSUN 280-Z IT HAS A SET OF CROMADORA MAGNESIUM WHEELS. Thanks, ---- Discussion in 'The Hokey Ass Message Board' started by BigJim394, Feb 24, 2006. Get a Quote for . SLOT CAR Nice Solid COX Magnesium CHASSIS w/Silicones VINTAGE 1/24 . I subsequently got into a business selling buffs and compounds as I found these worked faster albeit the wheels had to be removed from the car. All rights reserved. Wheels: Halibrand magnesium wheels. Dave and I have talked about his wheels, and it would be right to say that their styling was influenced by the Halibrand Sprint, just as was the case with the Ansen Sprint and the original E-T III. Privacy Policy. Terms of Service. Halibrand, The Original Mag Wheel Company, Proudly Reintroduces the Iconic Sprint Series Wheels Choose from the Following Sizes and Backspacing (BS) Options: 15x4.5 (BS 2.13"), 15x5.5 (BS 3.0"), 15x6 (BS 3.13, 3.75"), 15x7 (BS 4.25"), 15x8 (BS 4.25"), 15x9 (BS 4.25), and 15x10 (BS 4.25") Not "most cars"every car for a decade or so was depending on the strength and performance of the magnesium wheels that Ted Halibrand and his workers made. But if anything is unclear, feel free to follow up :-). They are for a Cobra car project. A very interesting question! Dow 7 2 2 products; Original Sprint 1 1 product; The Original 2 2 products; New Arrival 4 4 products; Tri Bar 2 2 products So aluminum alloy wheels overtook magnesium. 2 Use foaming oven cleaner to break down tough grease and stains. Zora Arkus-Duntov, for example, used Halibrand magnesium wheels on the Chevrolet CERV-1 engineering vehicle. Affil. Hot Rod Magazine Simichrome is the only thing I've found that works on MAGNESIUM wheels. I have read the VERY useful advice from the folks here (some smart ones I might add). Is this some thing I can do, if so what is required? [affil. Phone: 714-533-3286 or 602-806-3757 . http://www.dwtracing.com/, Dymag Racing Wheels Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for Porsche 914 Mahle 15x5.5 magnesium wheel p/n 914.361.015.00 at the best online prices at eBay! Just after the war-some say 1947-Halibrand rented a building in Culver City, California, and set up shop as Halibrand Engineering. During Ted Halibrands ownership, the company produced quick-change rear ends, hubs, spindle kits, spool kits, V-drive units for boats, and disc brake kits for Indy cars. We need more information about your vehicle to confirm fit. Your purchases make finishing.com possible. Interchange Part Number: hilborn enderle jackson navarro algon, monocoque motorwheel fly magnesium, centerline centerlines cragar sst super trick, nova chevy ii camaro chevelle gto 442, roadster mopar amc amx sc 360 rambler, 210 bel air willys coupe ford 3 5 window coupe, chevy gasser 55 1955 1956 1957 150, 327 350 318 . Q. I am looking for the specifics of restoring various race car parts. These "knockoff" hub covers are designed to mount on the flat face of "mag" or "Halibrand" style wheels. He retained the threaded snout similar to the Rudge design; however, instead of using splines, he keyed the wheel to the hub with six pins set in the same pattern that the Midget wheels used. Magnesium, alloyed with aluminum and zinc, created brutally strong yet surprisingly light parts and once the war was over, that knowledge became his winning formula when he returned to the racetracks. Applying a standard wheel cleaner to your alloy wheels could damage them. Just have someone weld them up and remachine them, i belive magnesium can be welded. 12" Halibrand Solid Mag Midget Wheels with Race Master Slicks. Any suggestions? The uncoated portion grayed up and the rest remained polished. okay, stupid question, but why can't you spray mags with water? A. Magnesium is very difficult to keep bright as you'll read above, which is why real mag wheels are rarely sold anymore (today's wheels are usually cast aluminum even if still called 'mag wheels'). Ed. To see our many discussions of aluminum alloy wheels please search the site using the search term "aluminum alloy wheels" plus "stripping", "chrome plating", "powder coating", "peeling", etc. http://www.hotrodsbyboyd.com/, Center Line Wheels Halibrand 5 5 products; Small Kidney Bean Style 4 4 products; Smoothie Style 4 4 products; Sprint Style 7 7 products; Magnesium 5 5 products. Halibrand's new wheels caught the eye of fellow racers, including George Robson, who, behind the wheel of the "Thorne Engineering Special," won the 1946 Indianapolis 500 rolling on a set of 18" Halibrands. As well as we know those wheels, there really isn't that much published about them. 4=HALIBRAND MAGNESIUM WHEELS / Safety six pin Sprint , Rat Rod , USAC , Indy - EUR 2.357,38. A. I found this question in my ongoing search for a good way to protect my 16 x 13 Halibrand magnesium wheels. The alloys are given in ASTM B94 Our E-list is secure, fast and FREE. ). Good luck! http://www.motorsport-tech.com/, Prestige Wheel Accessories Scotchbrite pad got them looking clean and vintage looking. Halibrand 15x6 Magnesium Culver City Wheels scta nhra sprint indy car 6 pin vtg Pre-Owned C $3,283.86 Seller: vintageflth (653) 100% or Best Offer +C $703.68 shipping from United States 13 watchers Sponsored 1/24 Scale: Resin 17/15-inch Vintage Halibrand Gasser Drag Wheels W/ Slicks Brand New C $24.11 Top Rated Seller Buy It Now Then they apply a 2-component Polyurethane paint over the finished rims. Thank you. Probably no word lights a hot rodder's charge more than the Halibrand name. Innes, and I got this address. While builders at the time made midget wheels by welding Model T brake drums to 12-inch-diameter rims, Halibrand made his the same way Douglas did for its Dauntless fighters. the best custom wheel deals and close-out specials. He started out as a dirt track racer who haunted Hinchliff Stadiums sprint car racing scene in New Jersey, coming into his own during the Great Depression. A. http://www.circleracing.com/, Compomotive Wheels Thank you. They had some problems including the fact that they went dull grey quickly. The 18" rear and matching 16" front, which was never made, yield the perfect big and little combination. New Zealand, land of the long white cloud. Eric Vaughn, who produced wheels inspired by Halibrand's designs, summed it up best: "Just about the time you think you've seen 'em all, another style shows up." The Halibrand Replica Wheels are made of aluminum and can be purchased, for example, in metal gray with polished beds. WHAT IS THE PROCEDURE TO POLISH THEM SO THEY WILL LOOK NEW AGAIN. With other racers quickly gaining interest in Teds wheels, the Halibrand Engineering Company came to be in 1947. The only thing that I've used for over 50 years. Al 6061: Al 95.8-98.6(wt.%), Cr 0.04-0.35, Cu 0.15-0.4, Fe max 0.7, Mg 0.8-1.2, Mn max 0.15, Si 0.4-0.8, Ti max 0.15, Zn max 0.25, Other, each max 0.05, Other, total max 0.15. The popularity of magnesium wheels peaked in 1950 -1960. by Dow Chemical Co. NEW Halibrand Quick Change Rear End 6.77-8.00 Gears 10 Spline Winters Set #41. FOR SALE! Zora Arkus-Duntov, for example, used Halibrand magnesium wheels on the Chevrolet CERV-1 engineering vehicle. Disclaimer: It's not possible to fully diagnose a finishing problem or the hazards of an operation via these pages. Halibrand Hb008-025 Sprint Wheel 15x4.5 5 On 4.75 In Polished. Through countless successes in Indy car championships, land-speed records, drag racing wins, and more, the Halibrand name continues to be synonymous with victory and a powerful aesthetic to match. PART NUMBER WIDTH HEIGHT Oven cleaner is potent enough to eat through oil, rust, water and mineral stains, and any number of other hard-to-remove substances. Thanks for the valuable info. With the graphite, Is it just a quick wipe, or let it sit for a few minutes? They are held on by the same long-shank lug nuts that hold the wheel on. Dave 604-454-4010 Attached Files: Halibrands 18X5.5.jpg File size: 172.2 KB Views: 117 HairyCanary, Feb 22, 2023 SHARE POST #1 bowie likes this. It was during WWII that he was exposed to aircraft technology while working for Douglas as a service rep (the polished shine lasts about 2 days with magnesium). I don't think I'd be welding on them unless I just don't know what I'm talking about. American Rebel Wheels are classically styled wheels designed and built with the high standards and quality you have come to expect from American Made products. RFQ: Need to know of a local shop in northwest Indiana or southwest Michigan that can polish and chrome a set of Harley stock mag wheels. or - Bert, "Engineer To Win" I guess the procedure would be about the same but advise on sanding how to wet or dry ? These have been on the car since the late 50's and a real polish problem that takes hours to clean/polish. I recently bought a pair of rough looking 16x13 Halibrand magnesium wheels off an early funny car. (You must log in or sign up to reply here. Mehelich wheels were nice for what they were. Wayne's Wheels ~ Custom Wheels & Tires ~ 714.892.2210. . The internet is largely anonymous & unvetted; some names may be fictitious and some recommendations might be harmful. It would be wrong to refer to any of these wheels as Halibrand copies, because they're not. I have a set of 15 inch x 4 inch American Racing magnesium 12 spoke rims. A. Please HELP ! True of some, perhaps even most, but certainly not all. Dow 7 2 2 products; Original Sprint 1 1 product; The Original 2 2 products; New Arrival 4 4 products; Tri Bar 2 2 products Classic racing wheels Racing wheel and tire manufacturers. This car has all the right standard Cobra features you love, like the widely flared fenders, hood scoop, race bumpers, and growling side pipes. Does anyone have an idea on how to remove the corrosion from a magnesium motorcycle case and leave it bright? Halibrand Hb008-009 Sprint Wheel 15x4.5 5 On 4.75 In Anthracite. Many sports car racers had them, a majority of the field at the Indy 500 had them, land-speed racers like Mickey Thompson put them into the limelight, drag racers used them, and even Ford was interested, offering the kidney bean wheel as an option on the Thunderbird. Rare 19" pre VE alloy mag wheels and tyres. Yes the wheels in the second photo were highly polished and would stay like that as long as they were attended to with Mother's Mag & Aluminum Polish We all remember for how many years so many of us looked for a set of the original wheels (of which I have a set), but even after acquiring them, could not use them since the magnesium was likely to be brittle. Despite being difficult to polish, I think Mother's Mag & Aluminum Polish Halibrand was belly up for a long time and Richard bought it. 2 - 15x6 Halibrand Wheels Torq Style Halicoat 5spk Gray Thrust 5x4.75 3.62bs Gm. For the ultimate in visual and mechanical authenticity, you should use Pin Drive wheels.All pieces are available from E.R.A. Most current wheels dont use the long shank lugs. http://www.lonniesplace.com/, Independent Racing Wheel Q. Yes, magnesium can be chrome plated. http://www.superlite-wheels.com/, Taylor Made Wheels Land Speed Record racing wheels Chassis: Kugel-built, independently sprung chassis. Copyright 1995-2021 The Jalopy Journal: Steal our stuff, we'll kick your teeth in. Posted Here's the ordering information: 1963/1964 Studebaker Avanti Authenticity Manual . http://www.minilitewheels.com/, Glen Sander Engineering, Inc. 100% Made by Craftsmen Who Care. Our sale prices are even lower than the imitators. ORIGINAL EMPTY TUBES for CHAMPION 707 MOTOR and CANDIES SLICKS from the 1960's company". LeJuerrne poured his heart and soul into Halibrand during the 25-plus years that he owned the business and managed it until his passing in 2019. Our good bud Greg Sharp, at the NHRA museum, has a photo collection to end all, and a number of the cars in those photos sport Halibrand wheels. Search for: . P.S. Real magnesium wheels are no longer produced in great numbers for the reason stated. Instagram Map-marked-alt Is there a company that will, at some reasonable cost, apply a protective coating for the individual consumer such as myself for such a low-volume application? You could find many hot machines (like Lance Reventlow's Scarab Mk.1) wearing nothing less. The store will not work correctly in the case when cookies are disabled. His passion, drive, and determination to engineer the best products for the automobile racer and enthusiast is what catapulted Halibrand into the forefront of wheel and race car technology, a market that demands nothing but the best. He passed away May 14, 2015. The vast majority of "mag wheels" are actually aluminum alloy. Very Clean nice Six pin Safety Wheels with good dirt tires . ARC Industries bought the Halibrand name and the casting patterns in 1979 and moved the business to El Cajon, California, where the wheel production switched to aluminum castings. I can't say for certain, but the highly reflective wheels in your second photo, I'd wager are highly polished and buffed magnesium and are not chrome plated. Thanks - Lonnie. This would reduce the cars overall weight and more important, the unsprung weight of the vehicle, and the experiment paid dividends on the track. Take advantage of our sale and enjoy owning the best for less! As anyone knows with these rims, the polishing required to keep them shined is a full time job. http://www.bassettwheel.com/, Bogart Racing Wheels A final thought is to be very careful when power buffing magnesium. Consult'g, Train'g& Software, About/Contact-Privacy Policy-1995-2023 finishing.com, Pine Beach, New Jersey, USA, Pacers Auto, Inc - West Hempstead New York USA, Pacers Auto, Inc - West Hempstead, New York USA, [last name deleted for privacy by Editor], Your purchases make finishing.com possible, tech svc. http://www.billetspecialties.com/, Boyd Coddington Wheels From the early 1950s right on into the 1960s, EVERY car competing at Indy had Halibrand wheels on them. No one can offer so many styles, fitments and finish options. Discussion in 'The Hokey Ass Message Board' started by ShakeyPuddin55, Mar 5, 2008. http://www.cragarwheel.com/, Dayton Wire Wheels And polishing till the black is gone? Please see our quite comprehensive on-line article: "Finishing of Magnesium" by Tom Pullizzi which includes the needed info on the Dow #7 process / dichromating sealer, as well as letter 14207, "Dow #7 / Dichromate treatment". I have a set of aluminum wheels, had them sandblasted and it turned them chalk white. Now part of Holley, Halibrand offers a comprehensive selection of modern, high-performance wheels, that continue its tradition of style and speed. Most commonly, for North American cars & light trucks, alloy A356 (strontium-modified) cast by the low-pressure die-casting (LPDC) process. If you ever wondered about the origin of the term mag wheel, you can look directly to Halibrands magnesium-alloy wheels that dominated racing for the answer. Q. Sometimes you get lucky on Marketplace.this time, my score is a pair of magnesium Halibrand wheels, which were only offered for a short time in 1964. It is known that Wayne Mitchell acquired Halibrand afterwards and shortly thereafter brought in Barry Blackmore, but not much came about until Lamar Electro-Air Corporation and Richard LeJuerrne purchased the Halibrand property in 1993. That name is similarly familiar in the wheel world: it made stamped-steel and spun-aluminum wheels through the late '70s and '80s.
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