Wheels

Stock Wheels

The stock wheels for 1985-87 NA cars are known as Triangles. They are 14x5.5", PCD 4x100mm, with a +35-38mm Wheel Offset (45 is possible), weighing in at around 15.5 lbs.\

MKI Wheels Triangle 1

The stock SC uses 14x6" teardrop wheels with 39mm offset, which weigh 18lbs each.

MKI Wheels Teardrop 2

The stock wheel on all 1988-89 N/A cars with the alloy wheel option, used Sawblades.

MKI Wheels Stock1 3

Mesh wheels (35mm offset) were also available as a port option (installed at the port after arrival in the USA, but before shipping to the dealer).

MKI Wheels Mesh 4

Tighten to 76ft/lbs (103 n/m). Also refer to overtightning the wheel lugs.

Of course, it’s also possible to put different wheels on a MKI, including early 15" MKIII wheels.

See also: Refinishing Multi-piece Wheels for a full description of the refurbishing process.

Tip: Try putting some wax on the wheels to help keep them clean!