OE-pattern alloy wheels reproduce the original V8 Dunlop composite alloy wheel design in modern manufacturing. The wheels retain the 5J × 14 inch dimensions, the 4-stud fixing pattern, and the visual styling of the original V8 wheels, providing direct replacement for tired or damaged original items.
Construction Improvements
Modern OE-pattern wheels typically use cast aluminium construction throughout rather than the cast alloy centre and chrome-plated steel rim composite of the originals. The all-aluminium construction eliminates the alloy-to-steel joint that was a corrosion point on the original Dunlop composite wheels, while maintaining the original visual appearance from a normal viewing distance. Some specifications retain the riveted-rim composite look for the most faithful original-style appearance.
Centre Style Variations
Replacement wheels are available in chrome-bumper and rubber-bumper centre designs to match the period of the car being restored. The chrome-bumper centre has one styling treatment; the rubber-bumper centre has a slightly different look. Choosing the correct centre design is part of an accurate restoration.
Fitment
OE-pattern wheels fit using the original wheel nuts, hub studs and centre caps. The wheel offset matches the original V8 specification, ensuring correct brake clearance, suspension travel and bodywork clearances. Standard tyres in 175/70 R14 or 185/70 R14 sizes fit correctly without modification.
MGOC Spares
MGOC Spares supplies OE-pattern Dunlop composite style alloy wheels for the MGB GT V8 in chrome-bumper and rubber-bumper centre designs.