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 |
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| Engine |
3995 cc, 6 cyl DOHC |
| Year |
1969 - 1972 |
Wheels
| Original |
XW474 |
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| 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 |
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Other Wheel Options
| Options |
XW5721
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| Rim Size | 6½" x 15" | | |
| Centre | 52mm Flat (Easy Clean) | | |
| Number of Spokes | 72 | | |
| Finish | Stainless steel or
chrome | | |
| Lacing | Centre | | |
| Inset (mm) | 2 | | |
| Back Spacing (mm) |
97.5 (+/- 3) Click here to view an explanation of inset, outset and back spacing.
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| Tyre | 205/70R15 or 215/70R15 | | |
| 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 to suit a 205/70R15 tyre or
contact us if you are using a 215/70R15 tyre. We recommend using
15" rim bands. | | |
| Notes | A 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.
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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
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KC5283L/
KC5283R
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KCK609LH/
KCK608RH
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| 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
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Pictures
 XW474 Stainless Steel
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 XW474 Chrome
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 XW474 Silver-painted
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 Aston Martin DB6 Mk II 1970 fitted with XW474
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 XW5721 Stainless Steel
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 XW5721 Chrome
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