MWS Fitment Guide
Car MG VA
Body Saloon
Engine 1549 cc, 4 cylinder
Year 1936 - 1939
Wheels
Original WW5940
Rim Size 3" x 19" Rolled Edge
Centre 42mm Vintage One-piece Plain
Number of Spokes 60
Finish Silver-painted only
Lacing Outer
Inset (mm) 18.5 Outset
Back Spacing (mm) 38.1 (+/- 1.5)

Click here to view an explanation of inset, outset and back spacing.
Tyre 500 x 19 - we recommend the Blockley but can source other brands if required
Tube 450/500 x 19 tubes - available with either metal (race) or rubber (road) valve

This wheel is laced to the outer part of the rim only and so does not require a rim band
Notes
Notes
WarrantyPainted: 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 1RSK197 - Front Left
RSK196 - Front Right

RSK199 - Rear Left
RSK198 - Rear Right

New rear half shafts are required when using these hubs - please contact us for more information

Integral fitting hubs so no nuts necessary

Click here for a guide to fitting hubs, caps and centre-lock wire wheels
Spinners
Code KCK051LH/KCK050RH KCK057-12MGLH/KCK056-12MGRH
Type Knock-on centre caps Knock-on centre caps
Size 42 mm 42 mm
Thread 12 TPI 12 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.

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 KCK049LH/KCK048RH KCK057-12LH/KCK056-12RH
Type Knock-on centre caps Knock-on centre caps
Size 42 mm 42 mm
Thread 12 TPI 12 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.

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 (info@mwsint.com)

Overseas - +44 ­1753 ­598 ­382 - e-mail Isabella (isabella@mwsint.com)
Pictures
WW5940 Silver-painted