| MWS Fitment Guide | |||
| Car | Aston Martin DB5; DB5 Vantage; DB6 Mk I; DB6 Mk I Vantage and DB6 Mk I Volante | ||
| Body | Saloon, Convertible, Drop Head Coupé | ||
| Engine | 3995 cc, 6 cyl DOHC | ||
| Year | 1964 - 1969 | ||
| Wheels | ||
| Original | XW480 |
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| Rim Size | 5½" x 15" | |
| Centre | 42mm Curly | |
| Number of Spokes | 72 | |
| Finish | Chrome or silver-painted | |
| Lacing | Inner & Outer | |
| Inset (mm) | 22.2 | |
| Back Spacing (mm) | 105 (+/- 3) Click here to view an explanation of inset, outset and back spacing. |
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| Tyre | 670 x 15 (original crossply for the DB5) or 185R15 (modern radial) | |
| Tube | Tubeless The chrome wheels have been tubeless since October 2007; and the silver-painted wheels have been tubeless since April 2017. If you have the older, tubed wheels or are fitting tube-type tyres you will need 175/185 x 15 tubes and we recommend using 15"/16" rim bands. |
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| Notes | ||
| Options | XW5726 |
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XW5768 |
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XW5794 |
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| Rim Size | 6" x 15" | 6" x 15" | 7" x 15" | |||
| Centre | 42mm Curly | 42mm Curly | 42mm Curly | |||
| Number of Spokes | 70 | 72 | 72 | |||
| Finish | Stainless steel, chrome, silver-painted or black-painted | Stainless steel or chrome | Silver painted only | |||
| Lacing | Centre | Inner & Outer | Centre | |||
| Inset (mm) | 10 Outset | 18 | 2 Outset | |||
| Back Spacing (mm) | 79.5 (+/- 3) Click here to view an explanation of inset, outset and back spacing. |
107 (+/- 3) Click here to view an explanation of inset, outset and back spacing. |
100 (+/- 3) Click here to view an explanation of inset, outset and back spacing. |
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| Tyre | 205/70R15 | 205/70R15 or 205R15 | TBC | |||
| Tube | 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 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 please contact us. We recommend using 15"/16" rim bands. | |||
| Notes | This wheel may foul the rear arches on the DB5. Due to body variations of the DB6 Mk I the rear arches may require modifying. | You may need to relocate the bump stop strap if using this wider wheel, click here for a diagram with instructions. | This wheel has been manufactured for DB5 and DB6 Mk I Racing. Arch modifications are required to fit this wheel. | |||
| Notes | |||
| Warranty | Stainless Steel and Chrome: full two year cosmetic and structural Painted: one year cosmetic and two year structural 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 1 | RSK469-PLATED or RSK469-BLACK - Front Left RSK468-PLATED or RSK468-BLACK - Front Right RSK471-PLATED or RSK471-BLACK - Rear Left RSK470-PLATED - 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 | KCK053LH/KCK052RH |
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KCBR4283L/KCBR4283R |
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| Type | Knock-on centre caps | Knock-on centre caps | ||||
| Size | 42 mm | 42 mm | ||||
| Thread | 8 TPI | 8 TPI | ||||
| Ears | 2 | 3 | ||||
| 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 / XW5794 : 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. |
Due to the design of the centre of the XW5768 this three-eared spinner is not the best fit for this wheel. It is still safe to fit these spinners, however, we would recommend using the two-eared 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. |
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| Retaining Nuts | |||
| Extra Information | |||
| Other comments | The DB5 (1964-1965) and DB6 Mk I (1965-1969), both four-seaters, were also available with a Vantage engine. The DB6 Mk I was also offered with a Volante engine. 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) |
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| Pictures |
 XW480 Chrome |
 XW480 Silver-painted |
 Aston Martin DB6 Mk I Vantage fitted with XW480 |
 Aston Martin DB6 Mk I Vantage fitted with XW480 |
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 XW5726 Stainless Steel |
 XW5726 Chrome |
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 XW5726 Silver-painted |
 XW5726 Black-painted |
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 XW5768 Stainless Steel |
 XW5768 Chrome |
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 DB5 with our XW5768 and Avon 205HR15 tyres |
 XW5794 Silver-painted |