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 155/165 x 13 tubes and we recommend 13″/14″ rim bands.
Herald, 948S, 1200, 12/50 & 13/60
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Triumph Herald, 948S, 1200, 12/50 & 13/60
Body
Drop Head Coupé, Fixed Head Coupé and Saloon
Engine
948 cc or 1147 cc or 1296 cc / 4 cylinder
Year
1959 – 1971
Wheels
Original
XW466 (see notes)
Rim Size
4½” x 13″
Centre
42mm Curly
Number of Spokes
60
Finish
Lacing
Inner & Outer
Inset (mm)
20.6
Back Spacing (mm)
91 (+/- 3)
Click here to view an explanation of inset, outset and back spacing.
Tyre
145R13 or 155R13
Tube
135/145 x 13 or 155/165 x 13 tubes
You will require 13/14″ rim bands
Notes
Wire wheels were not a standard option when the vehicle was manufactured, originally only supplied with steel wheels.
Other Wheel Options
Options
Options
XW5729
XW515
Rim Size
5½" x 13"
4½" x 14"
Centre
42mm Curly
42mm Curly
Number of Spokes
60
60
Lacing
Centre
Inner & Outer
Inset (mm)
8
14.3
Back Spacing (mm)
Tyre
165/70R13
155R14 or 165SR14
Tube
Tubeless
The chrome wheels have been tubeless since January 2017; and the silver-painted wheels have been tubeless since June 2017.
If you have older, tubed wheels or are fitting tube-type tyres you will need 155/165 x 14 tubes and we recommend 13″/14″ rim bands.
Notes
This fitment has not been tried, tested or verified by ACWW.
Warranty
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
When fitting XW466 or XW5729:
RSSPL – Left
RSSPR – Right
Four RN38 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 guide to fitting hubs, caps and centre-lock wire wheels
Option 2
When fitting XW515:
RSK105 – Left (please contact us)
RSK104 – Right (please contact us)
Four RN38 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 guide to fitting hubs, caps and centre-lock wire wheels
Spinners
Code
Type
Knock-on centre caps
Knock-on centre caps
Size
42 mm
42 mm
Thread
8 TPI
8 TPI
Ears
2
2
Logo
Triumph
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 tightening knock-on caps (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 tightening knock-on caps (spinners)
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) and Cleaning Brush.
If you require any more information or advice please contact us:
Call 02 6586 1100 or 0412 780 900 – e-mail Paul & Gay
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