MWS Fitment Guide
Car Alvis TA21, TB21, TC21, TC21/100, TD, TE, TF
Body Sports, Saloon, Convertible
Engine 6 cyl, 2993 cc, 3l
Year 1950 - 1967
Wheels
Original XW455
Rim Size 5" x 15"
Centre 52mm Curly
Number of Spokes 72
Finish Stainless steel, chrome or silver-painted
Lacing Inner & Outer
Inset (mm) 20.6
Back Spacing (mm) 97 (+/- 3)

Click here to view an explanation of inset, outset and back spacing.
Tyre 6.00 or 6.40 x 15 (original Dunlop crossply) or 185R15 (modern radial)
Tube Tubeless

The chrome wheels have been tubeless since October 2006; the silver-painted wheels have been tubeless since July 2007; and the stainless steel wheels have been tubeless since April 2008.

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 Wire wheels were never officially available for the TA21. They became an option for the TC21 and were standardized for the TC21/100. The TD21 was originally fitted with 4½" x 15" wire wheels but after numerous problems the factory uprated them to the XW455.
Notes
WarrantyStainless Steel and Chrome: two year cosmetic and three year 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 1Please contact us if you have drum brakes on the front

RSK385 - Front Left (Disc)
RSK384 - Front Right (Disc)

RSK355 - Rear Left (Drum)
RSK354 - Rear Right (Drum)

RSK387 - Rear Left (Disc)
RSK386 - Rear Right (Disc)

Integral fitting hubs so no nuts necessary

Click here for a guide to fitting hubs, caps and centre-lock wire wheels
Spinners
Code KCK383LH/KCK382RH KCK139LH/KCK140RH
Type Knock-on centre caps Knock-on centre caps
Size 52 mm 52 mm
Thread 8 TPI 8 TPI
Ears 2 2
Logo Alvis Plain (no logo)
Notes We recommend using our 52mm 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.
We recommend using our 52mm 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.
Code KCK317LH/KCK316RH
Type Knock-on centre caps
Size 52 mm
Thread 8 TPI
Ears 0
Logo Plain (no logo)
Notes Federal style 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 (info@mwsint.com)

Overseas - +44 ­1753 ­598 ­382 - e-mail Isabella (isabella@mwsint.com)
Pictures
XW455 Stainless Steel

XW455 Chrome

XW455 Silver-painted