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Morris Marina 1800 TC
Morris Marina 1971–1980
- The first MK1 Morris Marina fitted 5.20 - 13 Dunlop Crossply tyres onto a 4.5” wide rim. The Dunlop is no longer made, the only tyre available in this size is the 5.20 x 13 Camac, a budget tyre that we would not recommend, we suggest a set of radial tyres.
- 145-13 Tyres is the radial equivalent to 5.20-13 crossply.
- The 145HR13 PIRELLI CINTURATO CA67, is the best tyre for these cars now, as it was back in period, and is Longstone's top recommendation.
- In 1974, the Morris 1.8 Litre Marina TC were fitted with 155 HR 13 Dunlop SP Sport Aquajet, or the 155 SR 13 Michelin XZX which is sadly no longer produced.
- Today we recommend the 155R13 PIRELLI CINTURATO CA67 or the 155 HR 13 Michelin XAS FF is a fantastic tyre for the MK 2 Marina.
- The Morris Ital, from 1980 to 1984, also fitted the 155 SR 13 Michelin XZX; today, we recommend the 155R13 PIRELLI CINTURATO CA67 or the 155 HR 13 Michelin XAS FF.
- If you desire a wider tyre for a Mk1 Morris Marina we recommend the 155R13 PIRELLI CINTURATO CA67.
- Our period fitment guides suggest that the Marina was released on tube-type wheels throughout its production. Providing that your wheel rims are in good condition, innertubes are optional.
- If you need an innertube we would suggest the Michelin 13D.
- Suggested tyre pressures for these models of the Morris Marina are 26 psi front and 28 psi rear, with more detail here.
Morris Marina 1.8 TC
Morris Marina Estate Tyres
- For the MK1 Morris Marina Estate, we suggest the 145HR13 PIRELLI CINTURATO CA67 to be the best option.
- The ideal innertube for this tyre is the Michelin 13CG innertube.
- The MK2 Morris Marina Estate and the Ital Estate are best equipped with the 155R13 PIRELLI CINTURATO CA67 or the 155 HR 13 Michelin XAS FF.
- For all models of Morris Marina and Ital Estate cars, we suggest 25 psi front and 32 psi rear.
- The Michelin 13D would be the best-fitting innertube for these tyres.
- Follow the link for information on the Morris Marina tyre pressures.
Morris Marina Estate
Morris Marina Recommended Tyres
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History of the Morris Marina
Built between 1971-1980 the Morris Marina was one of Britain's most popular cars throughout the '70s, due to clever targeting of company fleet car buyers and average-income families. Though an astonishing 807,000 Marinas were sold in Britain it is estimated that there is less than 1,000 still on the road, being one of the most-scrapped cars in the UK. It suffered as well from poor rust-proofing and being sought after for cheap & easy performance parts upgrades for everything from Morris Minors to Midgets and Sprites.
Morris Marina tyre fitment
We have had the tyre fitment for the Morris Marina covered by a member of a Marina Facebook page which you may also find useful.
Wheel rim size (four-stud fixing):
- 4½C steel All models except as below.
- 4½C steel (special pressed pattern) Marina 1.8TC to Feb' 1973.
- 5J 10 cwt. Van & Pick-up, 575 & 575L Van & Pick-up, Marina 2.6 (Australia).
- 5J Rostyle Marina 1750 & 2600 (South Africa).
- 5JSL (special pressed pattern) Marina 1.8TC Feb' 1973 onw'.
Tyre size:
- 5.20 x 13 cross-ply for a Marina 1.3 to August 1972.
- 145 x 13 radial for a Marina 1.3, optional to Aug' 1972, standard thereafter up to and incl. Marina 1300 MK3 (base), Marina 1.8 Mk.1 (single carb' Saloons & Coupés), 155SR x 13 radial. 7 cwt. Vans, all Estates, all Marina 2 models, Marina MK3 1300L, HL & all 1700s, 440/440L Van, all Itals, Austin Marina (U.S.A.).
- 155SR x 13 radial (re-inforced). 10 cwt. For a Van & Pick-up, 575 & 575L Van & pick-up.
- 155/70R x 13 radial. Austin Marina (Canada) 2-door.
- 165SR x 13 radial. For a 1.3 Van & Pick-up(South Africa) & Marina 1.8TC (South Africa), Marina 1750 & 2600 (South Africa).
- 165HR x 13 radial. For a Marina 2.6 (Australia & South Africa).
- 165/70R x 13 low-profile radial. For a Marina 1.8TC, Austin Marina (Canada) GT & 4-door.
- A78L (5.00) x 13 cross-ply. For a Marina 2.6 (Australia) [standard].
- Y78L x 13 cross-ply. For a Marina 1500 & 1750 (Australia) [standard].
- ZR70H x 13 radial for a Marina 1500 & 1750 (Australia) [optional].
- ZR70H x 13 radial for a Marina 1750TC (Australia) [standard].
- White-wall tyres could be specified on 4-door Sedan and 2-door GT.
Tyre pressures:
- 5.20 x 13" cross-plies: Front: 26 psi. Rear: 28 psi. (fully-laden)
- 145 x 13 radials: Front: 24 psi. Rear: 26 psi. Marina 1.3 Mk.1. Front: 26 psi. Rear: 28 psi. Marina 1.8 Mk.1 (single carb Saloon & Coupé), Marina 2 1.3, Marina 1300 MK3 (base).
- 155SR x 13 radials: Front: 24 psi. Rear: 32 psi. 440 & 440L Van. Front: 26 psi. Rear: 28 psi. (unladen)Marina 1.8 Estate, Ital 1.3 Estate. Front: 26 psi. Rear: 28 psi. Marina 2 1.8, Marina 1700 Saloon, Ital 1.3 Saloon, Ital 1.7 Saloon, Ital 2.0 Saloon. Front: 26 psi. Rear: 32 psi. (laden) Marina 1.8 & 1700 Estate, Marina 1.3 Estate, Ital 1.3 Estate. Front: 26 psi. Rear: 32 psi. Ital 1.7 & 2.0 Estate. Front: 28 psi. Rear: 32 psi. 7 cwt. Van.
- 155SR x 13 radials (re-inforced) Front: 24 psi. Rear: 30 psi. (unladen) 10 cwt. Van, 575/575L Van & Pick-up. Front: 24 psi. Rear: 40 psi. (laden) 10 cwt. Van, 575/575L Van & Pick-up.
- 165SR x 13 radials: Front: 22 psi. Rear: 36 psi. 1.3 Van & Pick-up (South Africa). Front: 24 psi. Rear: 22 psi. Marina 1.8TC (South Africa). Front: 24 psi. Rear: 24 psi. (normal) Marina 1750 & 2600 (South Africa). Front: 26 psi. Rear: 28 psi. (full load) Marina 1750 & 2600 (South Africa).
- 165HR x 13 radials: Front: 24 psi. Rear 24 psi. Marina 2.6 (Australia & South Africa).
- 165/70 x 13 low-profile radials: Front: 26 psi. Rear: 28 psi. Marina 1.8TC.
- Y78L x 13 cross-plies: Front: 22 psi. Rear: 22 psi. (empty) Marina 1500 & 1750 (Australia). Front: 24 psi. Rear: 26 psi. (full-load) Marina 1500 & 1750 (Australia).
- ZR70H x 13 radials: Front: 24 psi. Rear: 24 psi. (empty) Marina 1500, 1750 & 1750TC (Australia). Front: 26 psi. Rear: 28 psi. (full-load) Marina 1500, 1750 & 1750TC (Australia).
