MWS Fitment Guide
Car Jaguar E-Type Series II
Body Roadster, Fixed head coupé and 2+2
Engine 4235 cc / 6 cylinder
Year 1968 - 1971
Wheels
Original XW472
Rim Size 5" x 15"
Centre 52mm Flat (Easy Clean)
Number of Spokes 72
Finish Stainless steel, chrome or silver-painted
Lacing Inner & Outer
Inset (mm) 18.3
Back Spacing (mm) 95 (+/- 3)

Click here to view an explanation of inset, outset and back spacing.
Tyre 185R15
Tube 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 June 2012.

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 When fitting a wider wheel option the rear bump stops MUST be removed.

Wheels which are larger than the standard size might not fit into the spare wheel compartment.
OptionsXW474 XW5721
Rim Size6" x 15"6½" x 15"
Centre52mm Flat (Easy Clean)52mm Flat (Easy Clean)
Number of Spokes7272
FinishStainless steel, chrome or silver-paintedStainless steel or chrome
LacingInner & OuterCentre
Inset (mm)7.12
Back Spacing (mm) 96.5 (+/- 3)

Click here to view an explanation of inset, outset and back spacing.
97.5 (+/- 3)

Click here to view an explanation of inset, outset and back spacing.
Tyre205/70R15205/70R15
TubeTubeless

The chrome and silver-painted wheels have been tubeless since April 2005; and the stainless steel wheels have been tubeless since May 2007.

If you have the older, tubed wheels or are fitting tube-type tyres you will need 195/205 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 195/205 x 15 tubes and we recommend 15"/16" rim bands.
NotesWhen fitting a wider wheel option the rear bump stops MUST be removed.

Wheels which are larger than the standard size might not fit into the spare wheel compartment.
We have known the XW5738 wheel to fit without any problems but it has a curly hub rather than the original flat hub and has been tight on the rear, especially when fitting and removing, so needs care.

When fitting a wider wheel option the rear bump stops MUST be removed.

Wheels which are larger than the standard size might not fit into the spare wheel compartment.
Options XW5744 XW5745
Rim Size5½" x 15"6" x 15"
Centre52mm Curly52mm Curly
Number of Spokes7272
FinishChrome or silver-paintedStainless steel, chrome or silver-painted
LacingTripleTriple
Inset (mm)6.356.35
Back Spacing (mm) 89 (+/- 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.
Tyre185R15205/70R15
TubeTubeless

The chrome wheels have been tubeless since January 2010 and the silver-painted wheels have been tubeless since June 2010.

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 195/205 x 15 tubes and we recommend 15"/16" rim bands.
NotesWhen fitting a wider wheel option the rear bump stops MUST be removed.

Wheels which are larger than the standard size might not fit into the spare wheel compartment.
When fitting a wider wheel option the rear bump stops MUST be removed.

Wheels which are larger than the standard size might not fit into the spare wheel compartment.
Options XW5778 XW5958
Rim Size6" x 15"6" x 15"
Centre52mm Curly52mm Curly
Number of Spokes7272
FinishChrome onlyChrome only
LacingInner & OuterCentre
Inset (mm)83.2 (Outset)
Back Spacing (mm) 97 (+/- 1.5)

Click here to view an explanation of inset, outset and back spacing.
86 (+/- 3)

Click here to view an explanation of inset, outset and back spacing.
Tyre205/70R15205/70R15
TubeTubeless

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

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.
NotesWhen fitting a wider wheel option the rear bump stops MUST be removed.

Wheels which are larger than the standard size might not fit into the spare wheel compartment.
When fitting a wider wheel option the rear bump stops MUST be removed.

Wheels which are larger than the standard size might not fit into the spare wheel compartment.
Notes
WarrantyStainless Steel and Chrome: three year structural and two year 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 1RSK027J-PLATED or RSK027J-BLACK - Front Left
RSK026J-PLATED - Front Right

RSK023J-PLAIN - Rear Left
RSK022J-PLAIN - Rear Right

Integral fitting hubs so no nuts necessary

Click here for a guide to fitting hubs, caps and centre-lock wire wheels
Spinners
Code KCK059LH/KCK058RH KCK127LH/KCK128RH KCK359LH/KCK358RH
Type Knock-on centre caps Knock-on centre caps Knock-on centre caps
Size 52 mm 52 mm 52 mm
Thread 8 TPI 8 TPI 8 TPI
Ears 2 0 3
Logo Jaguar Jaguar Jaguar
Notes We recommend using our 52mm wooden spinner saver to protect the knock-on caps (spinners) when using a copper and hide hammer.

XW5721 : Due to the positioning of the centre in relation to the rim you will require a deep wooden spinner saver

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

Click here for advice on how tight to apply spinners.
We recommend using our copper and hide hammer to tighten/loosen the knock-on caps (spinners).

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 (info@mwsint.com)

Overseas - +44 ­1753 ­598 ­382 - e-mail Isabella (isabella@mwsint.com)
Pictures
XW472 Chrome

XW472 Silver-painted

XW474 Chrome

XW474 Silver-painted

XW5721 Chrome

Fitted with XW5721 Chrome

XW5744 Silver-painted

Fitted with XW5745 Stainless Steel

XW5745 Chrome

XW5745 Silver-painted

XW5778 Chrome

XW5958 Chrome