Australian
Classic Wire Wheels

Fitment Guide

Aston Martin DB6 Mk II; DB6 Mk II Vantage; DB6 Mk II Volante; DBS and DBS Vantage

Body Saloon, Fixed Head Coupé or Drop Head Coupé
Engine 3995 cc, 6 cyl DOHC
Year 1969 - 1972

Wheels

Original XW474
Rim Size 6" x 15"
Centre 52mm Flat (Easy Clean)
Number of Spokes 72
Finish Stainless steel, chrome or silver-painted
Lacing Inner & Outer
Inset (mm) 7.1
Back Spacing (mm) 96.5 (+/- 3)
Click here to view an explanation of inset, outset and back spacing.
Tyre 815R15 (original crossply) or 205R15 (modern radial)
Tube Tubeless
The chrome and silver-painted wheels have been tubeless since April 2005; and the stainless steel wheels have been tubeless since April 2007.
If you have the older, tubed wheels or are fitting tube-type tyres you will need 195/205 x 15 tubes and we recommend 15" rim bands.
Notes  

Other Wheel Options

Options XW5721
   
Rim Size6½" x 15"  
Centre52mm Flat (Easy Clean)  
Number of Spokes72  
FinishStainless steel or chrome  
LacingCentre  
Inset (mm)2  
Back Spacing (mm) 97.5 (+/- 3)
Click here to view an explanation of inset, outset and back spacing.
   
Tyre205/70R15 or 215/70R15  
TubeTubeless
 
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 to suit a 205/70R15 tyre or contact us if you are using a 215/70R15 tyre. We recommend using 15" rim bands.
  
NotesA fitment check is recommended for the DB6 Mk II, Volante and DBS as this option may foul the arches.  
Notes
Warranty Stainless Steel and Chrome: three year structural and two year 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 RSK837 - Front Left
RSK836 - Front Right
RSK839 - Rear Left
RSK838 - Rear Right
These rear hubs will not suit the DBS or DBS Vantage
Integral fitting hubs so no nuts necessary
Click here for a guide to fitting hubs, caps and centre-lock wire wheels

Spinners

Code KCK139LH/ KCK140RH
KC5283L/ KC5283R
KCK609LH/ KCK608RH
Type Knock-on Centre Cap Knock-on Centre Cap Knock-on Centre Cap
Size 52 mm 52 mm 52 mm
Thread 8 TPI 8 TPI 8 TPI
Ears 2 3 3
Logo Plain (no logo) Plain (no logo) 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.
Original style Aston Martin
We recommend using our copper and hide hammer to tighten/loosen the knock-on caps (spinners).
Click here for advice on how tight to apply spinners.
We recommend using our copper and hide hammer to tighten/loosen the knock-on caps (spinners).
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:
Call 02 6586 1100 or 0412 780 900 - e-mail Sales
Overseas - +44 1753 598 382 - e-mail Paul & Gay

Pictures


XW474 Stainless Steel

XW474 Chrome

XW474 Silver-painted

Aston Martin DB6 Mk II 1970 fitted with XW474

XW5721 Stainless Steel

XW5721 Chrome