OLD CAR ENTHUSIASTS (these first two words with or without a hyphen) associate the name MG with classic sports cars, … More
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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
A guide to Classic Oils – Classic Car How To Guides and Articles | Classic Cars For Sale Magazine
It’s 50 years since the multigrade oil was introduced to cater for modern cars like the Mini. And both have … More
The Green Spark Plug Co
The Green Spark Plug Co. specialises in spark plugs & accessories for veteran, vintage and classic engines. Whether it is … More
Watch “33 MGB Oil Leaks” on YouTube
Some useful tips to identify first whether you are losing oil through the exhaust pipe or a leak from the … 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
MG Drivers Club Deutschland e.V.
With around 800 members, we represent the largest independent MG community in Germany. The MGDC was launched in 1978 and … More
’65 Midget of Steve Strublic from Peoria, Arizona – a great story.
I have had my Midget Mk II since I was three years old (well, my dad owned her) in 1975. … More
Watch “Why original Armstrong shocks are typically a good idea” on YouTube
Something perhaps we already thought but still an interesting video if you had any doubts. See …… https://youtu.be/H5WJZl_RZPg
Lights and looms — The MGB Project 2019
Another week gone by and I have started the rebuild. First up was mounting all the lights and placing in … More
Discounted Haynes Manuals
Specialist repair advice from Haynes, the home of MG car manuals. All of our Haynes manuals are packed with all … More
Practical Classics Classic Car & Restoration Show | NEC
Have you bought tickets for the cancelled 2020 show? What to do next: If you wish to transfer your tickets … More
Releasing the carbs …. MGB-GT Restoration
Having established at the weekend, with Matt’s help, that the carburettors were blocked, and having consulted the ‘MG helpline’, A.K.A. … More
And she starts — The MGB Project 2019
Reblogged from ……. The MGB Project 2019 Finally got the drivetrain in , finished the interior, doors and mounted the … More
#MGB Under Wing Splash Panels : The MG Experience Forum
Removing these panels exposes a potential high risk rust areas which if these panels start to rust allows the ingress … More
Sat 22nd & Sun 23rd August – Anglia Car Auctions
Some very nice motors:- VIEWING is available from Tuesday 18th August through to Friday 21st from 9am to 4pm. You … More
Two Great Classic Cars
A good day for spotting old classics. First the MG in the pub car park belonging to a friend then … More
MGB roadster: Retro Road Test
The MGB is perhaps Britain’s most popular classic car. But it’s also a victim of its own success – owners love … More
Classic Car and Bike Meet
Where like-minded enthusiasts get together on a regular basis, just to socialise and talk about everything and anything to do … More
The Classic Car Drive In Weekend at Bicester Heritage
After a long, hard summer, we’re delighted to finally bring Classic Car lovers together for an exciting and innovative new … More
Quieten Down – #MGB Tappet Noise – part 1
I read an interesting article in the MGOC magazine (April 2019) by John Howard which i have thought about doing … More
The history of the Abingdon Works Competition Dept PT1 with Graham Robson and large MG saloons — MG Car Club Podcast
On this episode of the MG Car Club Podcast, renowned motoring historian, Graham Robson joins Wayne Scott to explore the story … More
We have oil pressure in the MGB GT — 1967 MGB GT
This turned out to be a very cool day. Donald Trump said a lot of stupid s**t about Covid-19 as … More
I’ll save you some grief when you install your MGB oil pump — 1967 MGB GT
You have finally put together your rebuilt MGB engine and the day has come to fire it up for the … More
Notts Classic Car & Motorcycle Show – Sun 30 & Mon 31 August 2020 – Classic Shows
The second Thoresby event which is set to be a two-day vehicle extravaganza! We have been running events at Thoresby Park … More
Ignition: Viva la Resistance! | Bradley Restoration
Modern British car ignition choices are fraught with danger. Originally, we had contact point breakers, solid wires and non-resistor plugs, … More
ZDDP – What Does It All Mean? – Alexander Duckham & Co
ZDDP is added to Duckhams to enhance lubrication by acting as the ‘anti-wear’ additive. It is important to note that … More
Dave Terhune’s – MGA / MGB / BGT Blog: Harmonic Balancer – Kaput
The harmonic balancer / crank pulley had separated from the rubber insert and that the outer part of the pulley was turning independent of … More
Speedy Spanners Autocentre – Nottingham
I have always had a professional and friendly service by a family run team that know a lot about classic … More
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American MGB Association Meet 2019 and Britfest in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina — American MGB Association
Approximately 400,000 of the 500,000 MGBs were sold abroad – mainly to America. Not surprising that so many are displayed … More
3 ways your thermostat can fail (and what you can do about it) | Haynes Publishing
This inexpensive part has a simple but important job, and like any hard-working part on your car, it needs replacement … More
#MGB Accessories 1962
Some of the official accessories available for the MGB when it was first launched in 1962.
MGB Trailer – Mathewsons
Well it is what it is …… the rear of an MGB that has been converted into a trailer! Up … More
Stonyhurst Classic Car & Motorcycle Show – Sunday 9 August 2020 – Classic Shows
More information about tickets and times at ….. http://www.classicshows.org/event/stonyhurst-classic-car-motorcycle-show-sunday-9-august-2020/
Fitting a Lucas LUHN007 Car Horn to an MGB — Powerspark Ignition
Staffer Jon spent his lunch break improving the horn on his MGB. The Lucas LUHN007 is a brand new genuine … More
Ilkeston Classic Vehicle Show Derbyshire – Classic Car Shows UK
Gathering of Pre-1994 classic cars, bikes, buses & commercials on Ilkeston’s historic market place and surrounding area For more info … More
MGB GT has an IV filled with oil — 1967 MGB GT
Filling the MGB transmission with oil on the earlier 4 syncho gearboxes is done through a hole on top of … More
The MGB as a Daily Driver | Bradley Restoration
“If one plans to drive their MGB every day, there are several equipment upgrades that should be considered to be … More
Which dynamator suits my #MGB? — Powerspark Ignition
A dynamator is a replacement for your dynamo, that looks like a dynamo but functions like an alternator. You can … More
Gilbern Genie & the MGB Connection
A 4 seater sports car that never really took off. The suspension back and front and the steering is uprated … More
Technical topics, penetrating oils, rust release fluids, V8 Register, MG Car Club
Penetrating oils – how do they compare?The classic car fraternity is often faced with bolts that are difficult to release … More
New fuel sender unit for the MGB GT gas tank — 1967 MGB GT
I previously tossed out my 1967 MGB GT gas tank as it had many small pinholes on the top. Attempting … More
Why you should always carry spare parts for your classic car — Powerspark Ignition – BLOG
Here’s a little note sent in by a customer, and a useful reminder as to why it pays to carry … More
Testing a Temperature Sensor
An interesting post on the MGexp forum about how to test your temperature sender and or gauge. Simply based on … More
Everything you need to know about using E10 fuel with your classic car
It sounds like an additive found in food but from next year E10 will be causing headaches for hundreds of … More
Rubber Bumper #MGB – check you have the correct coil?
All RB mgb’s were made with what’s called a ballasted ignition coil system. This means that the car normally runs … More
Big Valve MGB Cylinder Heads – are they really better?
Based on the Power Tune book by Peter Burgess where he displays the results of the power outputs from different … More
Nürburgring Classic 2019, MGB GT V8 hits 210 KM/H
#MGB Service Bulletins – Chicagoland MG Club
Some of the very many service bulletins available ……. #72-A-9 ANTI RUN-ON VALVE #72-C-1 EXTERIOR DOOR HANDLES #72-D-1 FIRST MOTION SHAFT BUSH #73-A-1 STEEL … More
Alternator Conversions from Muenchausen’s Garage
Mounting a different alternator or any alternator other than the Original Equipment Lucas requires some thought about how the loads applied … More
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
#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
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
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
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
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
MGB tips mods and maintenance 