will this rims fit
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This is due to different design of front hub/bearing setup.
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Doug (11-07-2017)
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I used those X308/XJ8 wheels on my X300/XJR for a number of years. The center bore *is* smaller than typically seen on wheels for the older Jags. I was able to perform a field modification, though, which involved...um.....er..... judicious percussion adjustment of the wheel bearing dust cap. Crude but effective.
I'm nearly positive the X300 series has the same hub size as the older Jags so test fit before buying the X308 wheels, if possible, or be prepared for some alterations.
if it comes down to enlarging the center bore, it's usually no big deal. I had that done to some aftermarket wheels years ago. Easy task for the local machine shop.
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I'm nearly positive the X300 series has the same hub size as the older Jags so test fit before buying the X308 wheels, if possible, or be prepared for some alterations.
if it comes down to enlarging the center bore, it's usually no big deal. I had that done to some aftermarket wheels years ago. Easy task for the local machine shop.
Cheers
DD
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l don't know that style of wheel in particular Daim, the centre bore reference is more of a general doubt due to the absence on the xj8 front hub of any noticeble protrusion.
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I think it might be said the the X308 wheels have the same center bore size as earlier wheels at the wheel-to-hub mating surface.... but the configuration of the wheel is such that the hole tapers down and fouls the wheel bearing grease cap/dust cap found on earlier cars.
So, the X308 center hole is both the same size and smaller, depending where you measure
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So, the X308 center hole is both the same size and smaller, depending where you measure
Cheers
DD
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I think it might be said the the X308 wheels have the same center bore size as earlier wheels at the wheel-to-hub mating surface.... but the configuration of the wheel is such that the hole tapers down and fouls the wheel bearing grease cap/dust cap found on earlier cars.
So, the X308 center hole is both the same size and smaller, depending where you measure
Cheers
DD
So, the X308 center hole is both the same size and smaller, depending where you measure
Cheers
DD
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As standard, that wheel definitely can't go straight on the front of an XJS. I had exactly the same wheels on my x308 sovereign and tried to temporarily fit them on my 95 xjs to do some tyre changes. I THINK the caliper fouled, although it might have been something else such as the grease cap.
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As standard, that wheel definitely can't go straight on the front of an XJS. I had exactly the same wheels on my x308 sovereign and tried to temporarily fit them on my 95 xjs to do some tyre changes. I THINK the caliper fouled, although it might have been something else such as the grease cap.
Paul
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