MWS Fitment Guide | |||
Car | Morgan Plus 8 | ||
Body | Sports | ||
Engine | 3528 cc | ||
Year | 1968 - 1993 |
Wheels | ||
Original | XW5735 - preferred (see notes) |
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Rim Size | 6½" x 15" | |
Centre | 42mm Curly | |
Number of Spokes | 72 | |
Finish | Chrome only | |
Lacing | Inner & Outer | |
Inset (mm) | 29 | |
Back Spacing (mm) | 125 (+/- 3) Click here to view an explanation of inset, outset and back spacing. |
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Tyre | 205/60R15 | |
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. |
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Notes | Wire wheels were not a standard option when the vehicle was manufactured, originally only supplied with alloy wheels. Vehicles built between 1968 and 1979 have a narrower body - wing modifications are necessary. 1991 onwards used the later stub axle and can use the existing bearings. |
Options | XW5798 |
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Rim Size | 6" x 16" | |||||
Centre | 42mm Curly | |||||
Number of Spokes | 72 | |||||
Finish | Chrome only | |||||
Lacing | Inner & Outer | |||||
Inset (mm) | 29 | |||||
Back Spacing (mm) | 118 (+/- 3) Click here to view an explanation of inset, outset and back spacing. |
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Tyre | 205/55R16 | |||||
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 please contact us. We recommend 15"/16” rim bands. | |||||
Notes |
Notes | |||
Warranty | Chrome: two year structural and 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 manufacturers recommended fitment; or used for track events. | ||
Splined Hubs | |||
Option 1 | Bolt-on hubs: RSK211 - Left RSK212 - Right Five RN716L 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 | ||
Option 2 | 1991 onwards : RSK479 - Front Left RSK478 - Front Right RSK477 - Rear Left RSK476 - Rear Right Integral fitting hubs so no nuts necessary Click here for a guide to fitting hubs, caps and centre-lock wire wheels Replacement parts for cars already on wire wheels, not for conversion from steel wheels |
Spinners | ||||||
Code | KCM4282L/KCM4282R |
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KCM4280L/KCM4280R |
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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 | 0 | ||||
Logo | Morgan | Morgan | ||||
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. |
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Code | KCK053LH/KCK052RH |
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KCK057-8LH/KCK056-8RH |
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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 | 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 |
![]() XW5735 Chrome |
![]() XW5798 Chrome |