Well, this update has been a long time coming! But, like many a BL worker, I figured I’d have a … More
Category: Reblog
Electric Fan Installation
Bouyed up by the recent breakthrough on the brakes, I today installed the electric fan from Revotec. I am expecting … More
A tale of two bolts
It’s a story with a happy ending today as I have just witnessed big Mark releasing the two calliper bolts … More
The Final Curtain : MGB Sebring is No More
So, where was I last time? Ah yes! Speaking about the MGB and the chassis changes I had done. What … More
What’s so bad about rubber bumpers?
I’ve been pondering this very issue for some time. It seems that a fair number of MG enthusiasts have taken … More
Scalextric MGB Slot Cars
I happened to be looking through a few of my slot cars from way back in the 60’s and 70’s … More
Redoing the interior and door cards in my MGB GT
Another winter job I’ve started working on is redoing the interior door cards and other areas that are covered in … More
Rewiring the 1967 MGB GT
Occasionally you wonder whether a job should have been tackled in another way. Rewiring my 1967 MGB GT is one … More
Can You Mix Different Anti-Freeze with Each Other? – Mechanic Base
Many drivers are unsure about mixing the two brands because the ingredients are different. Most antifreeze products use ethylene glycol … More
MG Gallery – American MGB Association
’64 Midget of Antosz family from Glendale Heights, Illinois ’67 B of Hao Anh Do from Seattle, Washington ’74 B … More
Your Classic Magazine – Get the most out of your B
Your Classic magazine – Get the most out of your B – we show you how From February 1994, Your … More
New fuses and relays for the MGB
Since winter has come I’ve decided to upgrade the fuse box in my MGB GT. The original car had a … More
Fix those noisy tappets! – MG Parts
Excessive tappet noise is an indication that something needs attending to. Even the B series engine, renowned for tappet noise, … More
Setting up ignition timing for modified engines – Compression Ratios
Standard MGB is in the range of 170 – 180psi (hot engine, open throttle). Modified engines may be quite a … More
Octane and Power
It’s a common misconception amongst car enthusiasts that higher octane = more power. False. Its not black and white. The … More
Tip – Refitting MGB Overdrive
Originally posted on MGB tips mods and maintenance:
The Haynes manual simply says to refit as removal which is absolutely useless. It is a…
Donington Park Test
Found a blog with some good pictures of MGBs around Donnington Park – reminded me of the MGOT track day … More
What’s your Poison?
Is alcohol in your fuel going to make your car sick? What’s your Poison?
Time to reinstall my MGB GT splash panels
For some strange reason I still haven’t installed my MGB GT’s front splash panels. Well, that’s going to change. I … More
’78 B of Barry Barnes
An American MGb Association Queen B is the ’78 B of Barry Barnes. Here is his story with photos: Someone … More
Installing Noico 80 mil Sound deadening mat in my MGB GT
I previously installed the Noico 80 mil Sound deadening mat in my Lotus Europa and was very impressed with the … More
Temperature Probe Sealing Copper Washer | Brit Car Fixes
The little sealing copper washer is crucial to sealing the temperature probe fitting in the head. If it is missing, … More
Here’s Why You Should Invest In An MG TF Whilst You Still Can!
With people wanting to know what cars will become ‘Modern Classics’, I look into and explain why the 2002-2005 MG … More
Which classic car is the best investment? | David Manners Group
When it comes to deciding which classic car is the best investment we know which we’d choose. You need to do your research … More
MG Showcases Heritage And Legacy At 21 Gun Salute Rally – India
MG Motor India showcased several classic cars, owned by enthusiasts at the 21 Gun Salute Classic Car And Bike Rally … More
My MGB GT goes to a car show
For the first time in over 20 years my MGB GT went to a car show. Possibly calling the event … More
MG A 1600 MK II—ABINGDON’S MULTITUDE OF A’S
OLD CAR ENTHUSIASTS (these first two words with or without a hyphen) associate the name MG with classic sports cars, … More
Rare MG Metro Turbo visits Powerspark
Well this was a little treat! This lovely MG Metro Turbo popped by for a new distributor and ignition module. … More
DIY/How-To: Wrinkle texture paint – Build Threads
Wrinkle finish, texture finish, wrinkle coat, hammer finish, crinkle finish, whatever you want to call it, it’s a fickle creature. … More
My little primrose yellow MGB GT – …der Weg ist das Ziel!
Honestly, I had pushed this moment long before me because I was really afraid of what was coming to me; … More
