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 please contact us.
Plus 4
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Morgan Plus 4
Body
Sports
Engine
2.0
Year
1985 –
Wheels
Original
XW5726
Rim Size
6″ x 15″
Centre
42mm Curly
Number of Spokes
70
Finish
Stainless steel (please contact us), chrome, silver-painted or black-painted (please contact us)
Lacing
Centre
Inset (mm)
10 Outset
Back Spacing (mm)
79.5 (+/- 3) Click here to view an explanation of inset, outset and back spacing.
Tyre
195/60R15
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 please contact us. For tube-type tyres we recommend 15/16″ rim bands.
Other Wheel Options
Options
Options
XW5936
XW5777
XW5949
Rim Size
6½" x 17"
7" x 16"
6½" x 15"
Centre
42mm Curly
42mm Curly
42mm Curly
Number of Spokes
72
70
72
Finish
Clear-coated polished aluminium rim with polished stainless steel centre, spokes and nipples (please contact us)
Stainless steel (please contact us)
Stainless steel (please contact us) or black-painted (please contact us)
Lacing
Two lines to the centre
Centre
Inner & Outer
Inset (mm)
12.6 Outset
21 Outset
15.6 Outset
Back Spacing (mm)
Tyre
195/60R15
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 please contact us. If you are using tube-tyres we recommend 15/16″ rim bands.
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 please contact us. If you are using tube-tyres we recommend 15/16″ rim bands.
Notes
Wing modifications are necessary to fit these wheels as there will be an overhang at the wheel arches.
This wheel was designed especially for Morgan Plus 8 V6 models 2004 onwards
Subject to fitment check – has not been tried, tested or verified by ACWW
This wheel has especially been designed for Plus 8 Roadster V6 models 2010 onwards. As a spare wheel, the XW459 is being used. About 30% of Roadster V6 are factory fitted with this wheel and is also offered as an option for Plus 4.
In 2012 the XW5949 black-painted wire wheel became standard fitment on the Morgan Roadsters, whereas the XW5777 is now an option for the +4 as well as the Plus 8 Roadster.
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
1991 onwards (please contact us for supply):
RSK479 – Front Left
RSK478 – Front Right
RSK477 – Rear Left
RSK476 – Rear Right
Integral fitting hubs so no nuts necessary
Click here for a guide to fitting hubs, caps and centre-lock wire wheels
Replacement parts for cars already on wire wheels, not for conversion from steel wheels
Option 2
Pre-1991:
RSK497 – Front Left
RSK496 – Front Right
RSK499 – Rear Left
RSK498 – Rear Right
Integral fitting hubs so no nuts necessary
Click here for a guide to fitting hubs, caps and centre-lock wire wheels
Spinners
Code
Code
KCM4280R (please contact us)
KCM4280L (please contact us)
Type
Knock-on centre caps
Knock-on centre caps
Knock-on centre caps
Knock-on centre caps
Size
42 mm
42 mm
42 mm
42 mm
Thread
8 TPI
8 TPI
8 TPI
8 TPI
Ears
2
0
2
0
Logo
Morgan
Morgan
Plain (no logo)
Plain (no logo)
Note
Due to the positioning of the centre in relation to the rim you are unable to use our 42mm wooden spinner saver to protect the knock-on caps (spinners) when using a copper and hide hammer.
XW5777: Due to the positioning of the centre in relation to the rim you will not be able to use a wooden spinner saver with this wheel
Click here for advice on how tight to apply spinners.
Continental style octagonal spinner
Requires a spinner spanner to tighten/loosen caps.
Click here for advice on how tight to apply spinners.
Due to the positioning of the centre in relation to the rim you are unable to use our 42mm wooden spinner saver to protect the knock-on caps (spinners) when using a copper and hide hammer.
XW5777: Due to the positioning of the centre in relation to the rim you will not be able to use a wooden spinner saver with this wheel
Click here for advice on how tight to apply spinners.
Continental style octagonal spinner
Requires a spinner spanner to tighten/loosen caps.
Click here for advice on how tight to apply 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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