Mounting a different alternator or any alternator other than the Original Equipment Lucas requires some thought about how the loads applied … More
Month: May 2020
Cleaning the K&N Air Filters on an MGB
The K&N filters came already fitted to my MG so i do not know how old or how many miles … More
Knocks and Noises – Handbrake Cable Clip
I’ve had an annoying knocking / tapping type noise for a long time now when hitting bumps and ridges in … More
#MGB Originality from Muenchausen’s Garage
“I believe that some owners either forget or are simply not aware of the fact that virtually all mass produced items … More
Original Bonnet Check
Do you have an original bonnet or has it been replaced at some time in the past? I never really … More
Build a Windblocker with the Chicagoland MG Club
The Wind Blocker is gaining acceptance in our MG community as a tool to reduce the wind buffeting inside the … More
Back Flushing the Radiator – Classic Car Hub
Back flushing helps to remove corrosion build up from inside your radiator and restore optimal flow. To back flush your … More
Alternative Radiator Seal from Muenchausen’s Garage
Most don’t bother (perhaps not realising there is supposed to be a seal in the gap). “Some have opted to … More
Rust Removal using electrolysis – Classic Car Hub
“Everyone has some rusty items in their garage or workshop. In some cases its tools that have been exposed to … More
My MGB Boot Tidy Up
I emptied the whole boot area including the spare wheel as i have an occasional knock when going over bumps. … More
Checking Spark Plugs for Mixture
I had a good run in the MG during the week so thought a good time to check the plugs … More
#MGB Clutch Slave Cylinder Replacement
I have just replaced the clutch slave cylinder as i suspected it may have been the cause of a sort … More
Original British Leyland Radio
From the “Diary of MGB” blog ……. There was an original British Leyland twin knob one fitted but somebody had … More
LHD to RHD Conversion Parts
Applies to Rubber Bumper Cars This was a recent eBay item where all the parts to convert a LHD rubber … More
Powerspark Ignition Parts Catalogue 2020
Click here to download the catalogue. …… https://simonbbc.files.wordpress.com/2020/03/powerspark-catalogue-2020.pdf
5 Easy Upgrades for your Classic Car in the coming weeks from Powerspark
As many of you are at home with your classic cars, we want to stop the thumb twiddling. Here’s 5 … More
Replacing #MGB Rear Gearbox Oil Seal
This is normally done with the engine gearbox out of the car as i did last year BUT with the … More
Gunsons Eezibleed
My latest purchase arrived today ready to swop the clutch slave cylinder this coming week. It uses air pressure from … More
Making Electrical Connections and Connectors
If you’re on the side of the road making a quick electrical repair, ideally you need to know how to … More
How to remove seized, stubborn, rounded rusty nuts and bolts
A seized nut or bolt can be very frustrating and turn a quick and simple job into hours of hassle, … More
Cup Holders for the #MGB
New to Old – Classic Car Voltage Regulator
The problem is that the new unit is a modern IC and whilst it is still buried under the dash … More
Starter Motor Nudger!
There are several ways to turn the engine when setting rocker gaps. The usual are: To turn the engine by … More
How to tune your MGB – Classic Motoring Magazine
MG expert David Knowles shows the best way to tune and improve your MGB for modern roads but without losing … More
Refreshing the MGB GT Armstrong hydraulic lever shocks – MGB1967.com
“The MGB Armstrong hydraulic lever shocks are one part that I imagine doesn’t tend to get the maintenance they really … More
Interior Panel Refurbishing and Fitting
I peeled back the vinyl at the top of the panel where it meets the bulkhead shelf and carefully sanded … More
Diary of an MGB
An interesting – but now abandoned – blog about the trials and tribulations of a 1971 MGB in Dubai. It … More
Replacing the MGB Hood Top Seal
Now the warmer weather is coming (hopefully) i folded the top back to expose a rather tatty top header seal. … More
Original / After Market Window Winders
Can you tell the difference? Well they do the same job and at first glance they do look the same … More
BritishV8: the car magazine for enthusiasts of modified British sports cars
Classic British sports cars are as fun to modify and personalize as they are to drive, and they’re much more … More
Using a thermostat and blocking sleeve?
An interesting thread on the MGExp forum relating to the change in the original type of thermostat used on the … More
Classic Car Scent Gadget
Whilst sorting my garage recently i came across this gadget. I reckon it came from my grandad’s garage must be … More
Installing the MGB GT exhaust system – MGB1967.com
Reblogged from MGB1967.com:- What a PITA! There are a few things that are almost impossible to do on a small … More
MGB tips mods and maintenance 