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Fitment Guide
MG TD, TF & TF 1500
| Body |
Sports |
| Engine |
1250 cc / 4 cylinder & 1466 cc / 4 cylinder (1500) |
| Year |
1949 - 1955 |
Wheels
| Original |
XW450 |
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| Rim Size |
4" x 15" |
| Centre |
42mm Curly |
| Number of Spokes |
48 |
| Finish |
Chrome or silver-painted |
| Lacing |
Outer |
| Inset (mm) |
19 |
| Back Spacing (mm) |
83 (+/- 3)
Click here to view an explanation of inset, outset and back spacing. |
| Tyre |
5.60 x 15 (original crossply) or 165R15 (modern radial) |
| Tube |
The chrome wheels have been tubeless since March 2019; and the silver-painted wheels have been tubeless since May 2018.
If you have 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
This wheel is laced to the outer part of the rim only and so does not require a rim band |
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Other Wheel Options
| Options |
XW452
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XW459
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| Rim Size | 4½" x 15" | 5" x 15" | |
| Centre | 42 mm Curly | 42 mm Curly | |
| Number of Spokes | 60 | 72 | |
| Finish | Chrome or silver-painted | Stainless steel, chrome, silver-painted or black-painted | |
| Lacing | Inner & Outer | Inner & Outer | |
| Inset (mm) | 17 | 6.4 | |
| Back Spacing (mm) |
87 (+/- 3)
Click here to view an explanation of inset, outset and back spacing.
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83 (+/- 3)
Click here to view an explanation of inset, outset and back spacing.
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| Tyre | 165R15 | 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 or rubber valve. We recommend 15/16" rim bands. | Tubeless
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 or rubber valve. We recommend 15/16" rim bands. | |
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| 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.
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Splined Hubs
| Option 1 | Integral (12 TPI) :
RSK035 - Front Left
RSK034 - Front Right
RSK033 - Rear Left
RSK032 - Rear Right
To convert using integral splines you would need to change the existing drums at front and rear to wire wheel drums (KAK153)
Integral fitting hubs so no nuts necessary
Click here for a guide to fitting hubs, caps and centre-lock wire wheels |
| Option 2 | Bolt-on (8 TPI) :
RSK347 - Front Left
RSK346 - Front Right
RSK349 - Rear Left
RSK348 - Rear Right
Five RN12 per spline
Some very early models had a ½" BSF thread, these nuts are not available and we recommend that the studs are changed to ½" UNF or 7/16" UNF.
Bolt-on splines, unless fitted as original equipment, will increase the track by up to 1¼" per wheel - please note that the wheels might protrude when using bolt-on adapters, especially at the front
Studs will require shortening, click here for a diagram
Click here for a guide to fitting hubs, caps and centre-lock wire wheels |
Spinners
Retaining Nuts
Extra Information
| Other comments |
Details above may apply to MG Series YA/YB 1947-1953 Saloon 1250 cc / 4 cylinder but has not been tried, tested or verified by MWS.
A single spare wheel was fitted as standard equipment. The tubular spare wheel bracket in the form of a letter H was mounted on the chassis at the rear of the petrol tank, and attached to the rear of the body at the top. A special spare wheel carrier for two spare wheels could be obtained as an optional extra.
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
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Pictures
XW450 Chrome
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XW450 Silver-painted
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XW452 Chrome
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XW452 Silver-painted
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XW459 Stainless Steel
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XW459 Chrome
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XW459 Silver-painted
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XW459 Black-painted
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UK Sales: 01753 549 360
UK Fax: 01753 547 170 | | Export Sales: +44 (0) 1753 598 382
| | Motor Wheel Service International Ltd, Units 1-4 Elder Way, Waterside Drive, Langley, Slough, Berkshire, SL3 6EP, UK |
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