MWS Fitment Guide
Car Panther Kallista
Body Sports, 2 seater
Engine 1.6, 2.8, 2.9
Year 1982 - 1991
Wheels
Original BXW727
Rim Size 6" x 14"
Centre Four Stud 108.0 mm PCD
Number of Spokes 72
Finish Chrome only
Lacing Inner & Outer
Inset (mm) 22
Back Spacing (mm) 111 (+/- 3)

Click here to view an explanation of inset, outset and back spacing.
Tyre 195/65R14 or 205/60R14
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 please contact us about tubes and we recommend 13"/14" rim bands.
Notes P.C.D. is the Pitch Circle Diameter and is the diameter of an imaginary circle drawn through the centres of the holes, click here for instructions on measuring PCDs

All MWS bolt-on wire wheels are supplied with the appropriate nuts, caps and wrench. Replacement centre caps and replacement nuts are available from stock.

For bolt-on wheel nuts the recommended torque is 75 ft lb (102 N m) but may vary depending on the vehicle.
OptionsBXW718 (non-standard) XW457 (non-standard)
Rim Size5½" x 13"5½" x 15"
CentreFour Stud 108.0 mm PCD42mm Curly
Number of Spokes7272
FinishChrome onlyStainless steel, chrome, silver-painted or black-painted
LacingInner & OuterInner & Outer
Inset (mm)2212.7
Back Spacing (mm) 105 (+/- 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.
Tyre185/70R13185/60R15 or 185/70R15
Tube175/185 x 13 tubes
You will require 13"/14" 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.
NotesAs far as we are aware this wheel should fit with no modifications but, as with all non-standard options, a fitment check is recommended.

P.C.D. is the Pitch Circle Diameter and is the diameter of an imaginary circle drawn through the centres of the holes, click here for instructions on measuring PCDs

All MWS bolt-on wire wheels are supplied with the appropriate nuts, caps and wrench. Replacement centre caps and replacement nuts are available from stock.

For bolt-on wheel nuts the recommended torque is 75 ft lb (102 N m) but may vary depending on the vehicle.
As far as we are aware this wheel should fit with no modifications but, as with all non-standard options, a fitment check is recommended.
Notes
WarrantyStainless 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 1BXW727 and BXW718 :

Bolt-on wheels - no hubs required
Option 2XW457 :

RSK195 - Left
RSK194 - Right

Four RN1215 per hub

The spare wheel carrier bracket may require reducing before fitting the bolt-on splined hub.

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 KC716-718-725- 727-775 KCK053LH/KCK052RH
Type Bolt-on centre caps Knock-on centre caps
Size 42 mm
Thread 8 TPI
Ears 2
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.

Click here for advice on how tight to
apply spinners.
Retaining Nuts
 
Extra Information
Other comments This vehicle is based on Ford four-stud running gear.

For more information try The Panther Car Club or The Panther Enthusiasts Club UK

MWS takes no responsibility for the content of external websites.

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
BXW727 Chrome

BXW718 Chrome

XW457 Chrome

XW457 Silver-painted

Kallista fitted with XW457 Chrome

Kallista fitted with XW457 Chrome

With original Ford alloys...

... and with wires

XW457 Black-painted