100 / 4 (BN1 & BN2)
Austin Healey 100 / 4 (BN1 & BN2)
Body
Engine
Year
Wheels
Original
Rim Size
Centre
Number of Spokes
Finish
Lacing
Inset (mm)
Back Spacing (mm)
Tyre
Tube
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.
Notes
Other Wheel Options
Options
Code
XW452
XW457
XW459
XW5743
Rim Size
4½" x 15"
5½" x 15"
5" x 15"
4½" x 15"
Centre
42mm Curly
42mm Curly
42mm Curly
42mm Curly
Number of Spokes
60
72
72
72
Finish
Lacing
Inner & Outer
Inner & Outer
Inner & Outer
Inner & Outer
Inset (mm)
17
12.7
6.4
19
Back Spacing (mm)
Tyre
165R15. The Michelin 180R15 is known to be fitted by our customers; this tyre requires a 175/185 x 15 tube even if being fitted to a tubeless wheel.
185/70R15. The Michelin 180R15 is known to be fitted by our customers; this tyre requires a 175/185 x 15 tube even if being fitted to a tubeless wheel.
165R15 or 185/70R15 (fitment check recommended for clearances). The Michelin 180R15 is known to be fitted by our customers; this tyre requires a 175/185 x 15 tube even if being fitted to a tubeless wheel.
165R15. The Michelin 180R15 is known to be fitted by our customers; this tyre requires a 175/185 x 15 tube even if being fitted to a tubeless wheel.
Tube
Tubeless - 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 (race) or rubber (road) valve - or 175/185 x 15 tubes and we recommend using 15"/16" rim bands.
Tubeless - The chrome wheels have been tubeless since December 2007; and the silver-painted wheels have been tubeless since April 2008. The stainless steel and 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 175/185 x 15 tubes and 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 (race) or rubber (road) valve - or 175/185 x 15 tubes and we recommend using 15"/16" rim bands.
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 - or 175/185 x 15 tubes and we recommend using 15"/16" rim bands.
Notes
This wheel will only fit on vehicles fitted with narrow brake drums - the wheel will foul the back spokes if fitted to a vehicle with wide brake drums.
This wheel will fit if the vehicle has been converted to disc brakes.
This wheel will only fit if the vehicle has been converted to disc brakes.
This wheel will only fit on vehicles fitted with narrow brake drums - the wheel will foul the back spokes if fitted to a vehicle with wide brake drums. This wheel will fit if the vehicle has been converted to disc brakes.
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: ACWW 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
BN1 – Integral Front and Bolt-on Rear 12 TPI (Fine Thread):
RSK361 – Front Left
RSK360 – Front Right
Integral fitting hubs so no nuts necessary
RSK271 – Rear Left
RSK270 – Rear Right
The original “Philedas Nuts” can be used for the Bolt-on rear splines but it is recommended to replace them. The BN1 has BSF Thread.
Bolt-on splines were fitted as original equipment to this vehicle so will not increase the track
Studs will require shortening
Click here for a guide to fitting hubs, caps and centre-lock wire wheels
Option 2
BN2 – Integral Front and Bolt-on Rear 12 TPI (Fine Thread):
RSK393 – Front Left
RSK392 – Front Right
Integral fitting hubs so no nuts necessary
RSK271 – Rear Left
RSK270 – Rear Right
The original “Philedas Nuts” can be used for the Bolt-on rear splines but it is recommended to replace them. The BN2 has UNF thread.
Bolt-on splines were fitted as original equipment to this vehicle so will not increase the track
Studs will require shortening
Click here for a guide to fitting hubs, caps and centre-lock wire wheels
Spinners
Options
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)
Note
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.
We recommend using our copper and hide hammer to tighten/loosen the knock-on caps (spinners).
Extra Information
Other comments
BN4 Chassis Number BN4-L/22598 to C.BN4/77766
BN6 Chassis Number C.BN6/501 to C.BN6/4650
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) and Cleaning Brush.
If you require any more information or advice please contact us: Call 02 6586 1100 or 0412 780 900 – email Paul & Gay
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