MWS Fitment Guide
Car Sunbeam Rapier IV
Body Two Door Saloon
Engine 1592 cc
Year 1963 - 1965
Wheels
Original XW5743
Rim Size 4½" x 15"
Centre 42mm Curly
Number of Spokes 72
Finish Silver-painted only
Lacing Inner & Outer
Inset (mm) 19
Back Spacing (mm) 89 (+/- 3)

Click here to view an explanation of inset, outset and back spacing.
Tyre We would usually recommend a 165R15 tyre but we know a 175/70R15 has been fitted
Tube Tubeless

This wheel has been tubeless since September 2009.

If you have the older, tubed wheels or are fitting tube-type tyres you will need 155/165 x 15 tubes - available with either metal (race) or rubber (road) valve and we recommend 15"/16” rim bands.
Notes Wire wheels were not an option from the factory, originally fitted with 13" wheels as standard.

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
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 1RSK195 - Left
RSK194 - Right

Four RN716 per 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 KCK053LH/KCK052RH
Type Knock-on centre caps
Size 42 mm
Thread 8 TPI
Ears 2
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

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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