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MG MGC & MGC GT

Body Sports (Roadster) or Fixed Head Coupé
Engine 2912 cc / 6 cylinder
Year 1967 - 1969

Wheels

Original XW457 - preferred (see notes)
Rim Size 5½" x 15"
Centre 42mm Curly
Number of Spokes 72
Finish Stainless steel, chrome, silver-painted or black-painted
Lacing Inner & Outer
Inset (mm) 12.7
Back Spacing (mm) 95.5 (+/- 3)

Click here to view an explanation of inset, outset and back spacing.
Tyre 185/70R15
Tube 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.
Notes The original standard wire wheel was a 5" x 15" that has never been manufactured by MWS; the original wheel would have been fitted with a 165R15 tyre

Other Wheel Options

Options XW459 (see notes)
XW5726 (see notes)
XW452 (see notes)
Rim Size5" x 15"6" x 15"4½" x 15"
Centre42mm Curly42mm Curly42mm Curly
Number of Spokes727060
FinishStainless steel, chrome, silver-painted or black-paintedStainless steel, chrome, silver-painted or black-paintedChrome or silver-painted
LacingInner & OuterCentreInner & Outer
Inset (mm)6.410 (Outset)17
Back Spacing (mm) 83 (+/- 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.
87 (+/- 3)

Click here to view an explanation of inset, outset and back spacing.
Tyre165R15195/65R15 or 205/70R15165R15
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 or rubber valve. 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 195/205 x 15 tubes and we recommend 15/16" rim bands.
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.
NotesA fitment check is recommended as the wheel might touch the archesThis wheel has been fitted by a customer but required arch modifications - not tried, tested or verified by MWSThis wheel has been fitted by a customer but is not a tried, tested or recommended fitment as the car is very heavy for a 60 spoke 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 1RSK079 - Front Left
RSK078 - Front Right

RSK077 - Rear Left (studs fitted)
RSK076 - Rear Right (studs fitted)

Integral fitting hubs so no nuts necessary

Click here for a guide to fitting hubs, caps and centre-lock wire wheels
Option 2If converting from steel wheels the fronts remain the same but use:

RSMGCRL-CONV - Rear Left
RSMGCRR-CONV- Rear Right

Supplied with retaining brake drum bolts and washers

Integral fitting hubs so no nuts necessary

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

Spinners

Code KCK055LH/KCK054RH
KCK057-8MGLH/KCK056-8MGRH
Type Knock-on centre caps Knock-on centre caps
Size 42 mm 42 mm
Thread 8 TPI 8 TPI
Ears 2 0
Logo MG MG
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.
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


XW457 Chrome

XW457 Silver-painted

Fitted with XW457 Chrome

Fitted with XW459 Stainless Steel

XW459 Stainless Steel

XW459 Chrome

XW459 Silver-painted

XW459 Black-painted

XW5726 Stainless Steel

XW5726 Black-painted

XW452 Chrome

XW452 Silver-painted

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