| MWS Fitment Guide | |||
| Car | MG MGA 1500, 1600 & 1600 Mk II | ||
| Body | Sports (Roadster) or Fixed Head Coupé |
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| Engine | 1489cc, 1588cc & 1622cc / 4 cylinder | ||
| Year | 1955 - 1962 | ||
| Wheels | ||
| Original | XW450 |
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| Rim Size | 4" x 15" | |
| Centre | 42mm Curly | |
| Number of Spokes | 48 | |
| Finish | Chrome or silver-painted | |
| Lacing | Outer | |
| Inset (mm) | 19 | |
| Back Spacing (mm) | 83 (+/- 3) Click here to view an explanation of inset, outset and back spacing. |
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| Tyre | 5.60 x 15 or 5.90 x 15 Dunlop RS4 (original crossply) or 155R15 or 165R15 (modern radial) | |
| Tube | The chrome wheels have been tubeless since March 2019; and the silver-painted wheels have been tubeless since May 2018. If you have 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 This wheel is laced to the outer part of the rim only and so does not require a rim band |
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| Options | XW452 |
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XW459 |
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| Rim Size | 4½" x 15" | 5" x 15" | ||||
| Centre | 42mm Curly | 42mm Curly | ||||
| Number of Spokes | 60 | 72 | ||||
| Finish | Chrome or silver-painted | Stainless steel, chrome, silver-painted or black-painted | ||||
| Lacing | Inner & Outer | Inner & Outer | ||||
| Inset (mm) | 17 | 6.4 | ||||
| Back Spacing (mm) | 87 (+/- 3) Click here to view an explanation of inset, outset and back spacing. |
83 (+/- 3) Click here to view an explanation of inset, outset and back spacing. |
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| Tyre | 165R15 | 165R15 | ||||
| Tube | Tubeless (see notes) The chrome and the silver-painted wheels have been tubeless since October 2008. 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 or rubber valve. We recommend 15/16" rim bands. | Tubeless The chrome wheels have been tubeless since June 2007; the silver-painted wheels have been tubeless since April 2011; and the stainless steel wheels have been tubeless since October 2008. The 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 155/165 x 15 tubes - available with either metal or rubber valve. We recommend 15/16" rim bands. | ||||
| Notes | Spokes may foul brake drums on front | Will protrude slightly from body work - see photos. | ||||
| Notes | |||
| Warranty | Stainless 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 1 | INTEGRAL: MGA 1500 with brake drums: RSK035 - Front Left (studs fitted) RSK034 - Front Right (studs fitted) Spare studs RNK249 are available from stock. Original studs may require shortening. MGA 1600 with brake discs: RSK039 - Front Left RSK038 - Front Right MGA 1500 & 1600: RSK037 - Rear Left RSK036 - Rear Right When converting from steel wheels the front brake drums will need to be replaced by wire wheel brake drums KAK154. The rear brake drums KAK169 are the same as used for steel wheels and do not require replacing. When converting from steel wheels new half-shafts are required on the rears - these can be 10- (KAK184-10), 25- (KAK184-25), or 26-spline (KAK184-26) half-shafts. In addition you will need to replace the seals with two core plugs (brass O-rings) and two gaskets (between hub and spline) to prevent oil from leaking. Integral fitting hubs so no nuts necessary Click here for a guide to fitting hubs, caps and centre-lock wire wheels | ||
| Option 2 | If fitted with wire wheel brake drums you can use integral front (as above) and bolt-on rear (as below) | ||
| Option 3 | BOLT-ON: Bolt-on splines can only be used front and rear with steel wheel brake drums but the front drums and the castle nut need to be machined. Integral fitting splines must be used when the vehicle is fitted with brake discs RSK209 - Left RSK208 - 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 | KCK057-12MGLH/KCK056-12MGRH |
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KCK051LH/KCK050RH |
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| Type | Knock-on centre caps | Knock-on centre caps | ||||
| Size | 42 mm | 42 mm | ||||
| Thread | 12 TPI | 12 TPI | ||||
| Ears | 0 | 2 | ||||
| Logo | MG | MG | ||||
| Notes | Continental style octagonal spinner Requires a spinner spanner to tighten/loosen caps. Click here for advice on how tight to apply spinners. |
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. |
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| Code | KCK057-12LH/KCK056-12RH |
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KCK049LH/KCK048RH |
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| Type | Knock-on centre caps | Knock-on centre caps | ||||
| Size | 42 mm | 42 mm | ||||
| Thread | 12 TPI | 12 TPI | ||||
| Ears | 0 | 2 | ||||
| Logo | Plain (no logo) | Plain (no logo) | ||||
| Notes | Continental style octagonal spinner Requires a spinner spanner to tighten/loosen caps. Click here for advice on how tight to apply spinners. |
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. |
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| Retaining Nuts | |||
| Extra Information | |||
| Other comments | Our part numbers XW5720 and XW5726 have been known to be fitted although not tried, tested or verified by MWS - the wheel arches would require modifications to both the front and rear. 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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| Pictures |
 XW450 Chrome |
 XW450 Silver-painted |
 XW452 Chrome |
 XW452 Silver-painted |
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 MGA 1600 fitted with XW452 Chrome |
 MGA 1600 fitted with XW452 Chrome |
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 XW459 Stainless Steel |
 XW459 Chrome |
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 XW459 Silver-painted |
 XW459 Black-painted |
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 MGA Mk I 1500 fitted with XW459 Silver-painted |
 MGA Mk I 1500 fitted with XW459 Silver-painted |