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Daimler Dart SP250

Body Sports - Open Top Two-seater and 2+2
Engine 2547cc
Year 1959 - 1964

Wheels

Original XW452
Rim Size 4½" x 15"
Centre 42mm Curly
Number of Spokes 60
Finish Chrome or silver-painted
Lacing Inner & Outer
Inset (mm) 17
Back Spacing (mm) 87 (+/- 3)

Click here to view an explanation of inset, outset and back spacing.
Tyre 165R15
Tube Tubeless

The chrome and the silver-painted wheels have been tubeless since October 2008.

If you have the older, tubed wheels or are fitting tube-type tyres you will need 155/165 x 15 tubes - available with either metal (race) or rubber (road) valve - and we recommend 15"/16" rim bands.
Notes  

Other Wheel Options

Options XW459
XW457
XW5726
Rim Size5" x 15"5½" x 15"6" x 15"
Centre42mm Curly42mm Curly42mm Curly
Number of Spokes727270
FinishStainless steel, chrome, silver-painted or black-paintedStainless steel, chrome, silver-painted or black-paintedStainless steel, chrome, silver-painted or black-painted
LacingInner & OuterInner & OuterCentre
Inset (mm)6.412.710 Outset
Back Spacing (mm) 83 (+/- 3)

Click here to view an explanation of inset, outset and back spacing.
95.5 (+/- 3)

Click here to view an explanation of inset, outset and back spacing.
79.5 (+/- 3)

Click here to view an explanation of inset, outset and back spacing.
Tyre165R15 or 185/70R15185/70R15185/70R15 or 205/70R15
TubeTubeless

The chrome wheels have been tubeless since June 2007; the silver-painted wheels have been tubeless since April 2011; and the stainless steel wheels have been tubeless since October 2008.

The black-painted wire wheels have always been tubeless. Tubes are only required if fitting tube-type tyres.

If you have the older, tubed wheels or are fitting tube-type tyres you will need 155/165 x 15 tubes - available with either metal (race) or rubber (road) valve – or 175/185 x 15 tubes and we recommend 15"/16" rim bands.
Tubeless

The chrome wheels have been tubeless since December 2007; and the silver-painted wheels have been tubeless since April 2008.

The stainless steel and black-painted wire wheels have always been tubeless. Tubes are only required if fitting tube-type tyres.

If you have the older, tubed wheels or are fitting tube-type tyres you will need 175/185 x 15 tubes and we recommend 15"/16" rim bands.
Tubeless

This wheel has always been tubeless. Tubes are only required if fitting tube-type tyres.

If you are using tube-type tyres or wish to fit a tube for any other reason then you will need 175/185 x 15 or 195/205 x 15 tubes and we recommend 15"/16" rim bands.
NotesIf using 185/70R15 tyres this fitment may be tight on the arches - a fitment check is recommended.This fitment may be tight on the arches - a fitment check is recommended.Arch modifications at front and rear will need to be carried out to be able to fit this wheel.
Notes  
Warranty Stainless Steel and Chrome: two year structural and cosmetic
Painted: two year structural and one year cosmetic

The warranty period commences from the date of invoice and is subject to the wheels being maintained as per our Wheel Care advice and in conjunction with our Terms and Conditions. Please retain the warranty tag supplied with each wheel as it contains the information required to identify the wheel in the event of a claim.

Please note: MWS warranty automatically becomes void if the wheels have been: subject to re-work or change; fitted with tyres other than the manufacturer’s recommended fitment; or used for track events.

Splined Hubs

Option 1Original integral splined hubs:

RSK465 - Front Left
RSK464 - Front Right

RSK467 - Rear Left
RSK466 - Rear Right

Integral fitting hubs so no nuts necessary

Click here for a guide to fitting hubs, caps and centre-lock wire wheels
Option 2Bolt-on hubs:

RSK043D - Left
RSK042D - Right

Four RN716 or RN12 per hub - please check your stud size and thread before ordering

6mm spacers KAK256 are required at the front.

When ordering please confirm the stud size on your car. These hubs and spacers come pre-drilled to 7/16" as standard and need to be drilled out to accept the ½" stud. MWS can drill them at no additional cost.

Bolt-on splines, unless fitted as original equipment, will increase the track by up to 1¼" per wheel

Studs will require shortening, click here for a diagram

Click here for a guide to fitting hubs, caps and centre-lock wire wheels

Spinners

Code KCK053LH/KCK052RH
KCK057-8LH/KCK056-8RH
Type Knock-on centre caps Knock-on centre caps
Size 42 mm 42 mm
Thread 8 TPI 8 TPI
Ears 2 0
Logo Plain (no logo) Plain (no logo)
Notes We recommend using our 42mm wooden spinner saver to protect the knock-on caps (spinners) when using a copper and hide hammer.

XW5726 : Due to the positioning of the centre in relation to the rim you will require an extra-deep wooden spinner saver

Click here for advice on how tight to apply spinners.
Continental style octagonal spinner
 
Requires a spinner spanner to tighten/loosen caps.

Click here for advice on how tight to apply spinners.

Retaining Nuts

      

Extra Information

Other comments  

Always check the history of the vehicle to ensure that there have been no modifications to the running gear.

Hubs/splines, spinners and nuts remain the same, unless noted otherwise, regardless of which wheel is fitted.

We also stock wire wheel maintenance accessories such as our Cleaning Kit (Refills available), Cleaning Brush, Degreaser and Tyre Foam.

If you require any more information or advice please contact us:

UK - 01753 549 360 - e-mail Sales

Overseas - +44 1753 598 382 - e-mail Isabella

Pictures


XW452 Chrome

XW452 Silver-painted

XW459 Stainless Steel

XW459 Chrome

XW459 Silver-painted

XW459 Black-painted

XW457 Silver-painted

XW457 Black-painted

XW5726 Stainless Steel

XW5726 Chrome

XW5726 Silver-painted

XW5726 Black-painted

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