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MG MGB Technical - Wheels

Sears has some nice wheels on sale. One looks just like the "Hockenheim" multispoke and one is a five spoke design. They are available in 14x6 with 30mm offset, 4 on 4.5 bolt pattern, and are made by Z Racing Wheels and cost, get this, $199 per set of 4. Anyone familiar with these wheels and does anyone have advice on what to look for to make sure they will fit? Specifically I need to know what center bore will fit a B and is the offset OK. You can see these at www.sears.com then automotive then wheels. Thanks.
Bob

Although I have no experience with these wheels, I do know that Sears have had the Type 44 on special at $199 in the past. They have them listed as FWD and +30mm offset. I do have experience with "oddball" wheels. I currently have installed on my '73 a set of 14"x6" rims bought on eBay for $56! I don't have access to the boxes at the moment, but from memory, they have a +34mm offset. Compared to the 14"x6" Minitors I also have, they put the tires slightly more inboard. with 196/70x14" tires installed, they rub on the swaybar only when reversing on full lock and at the rear I see very slight evidence of rubbing. The ends if the rear shock bolts have no dirt buildup on them.
Derek Nicholson

This thread was discussed on 14/12/2003

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