Over the last 2 years since owning my MG and done quite a lot of different jobs a length of…
MGB / Midget Jacking Points – Chicagoland MG Club
Where to position lifting jacks on your MGB or Midget. An article written many years ago but still stands true…
Ron Hopkinson Rear Anti-roll Bar – update
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Ron Hopkinson Rear Anti-roll Bar I have been aware of the mounting brackets to the rear…
#MGB DRL Conversion – update
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My MGB is a rubber bumper to chrome bumper conversion so that means I’ve got two…
Maybe a classic but still room for a USB
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The car may have been about long before mobile phones and sat nav but what better…
E10 petrol and our MGs
E10 petrol and our MGs – MGB Register Forum An interesting post i found in the mgb forum about this…
LED / Halogen Headlights Comparison
Having received a set of LED headlights from China I tested one of the bulbs in just one headlight so…
Detailing your Classic Car
An important part of detailing is creating contrasts and definition. You want the paint, rubber, and chrome to look their…
MGB V8 Conversions by Roger Parker
If you are thinking of putting a V8 in your MGB then this detailed explanation of every step of every…
J.U.L.E – #MGB Jubilee & LE Owners Club
J.U.L.E. was established October 2007 as the only known dedicated register specific to all special edition MGB’s, MGC’s or Midgets…
Ron Hopkinson #MGB Suspension Kits
There are several alternative suspension kits available for the MGB. The first on the scene was the Ron Hopkinson kit,…
Replacement Antiroll bar rubbers
Before I could fit the Ron Hopkinson rear anti Roll bars i needed to find some new rubbers. Took me…
Top tips for MGV8 enthusiasts, MGBGTV8, MG RV8, V8 Register, MG Car Club
A list of many tips for the V8 – but a lot of them will also apply to the 1800…
Winter Checks for your MGB
If you are one of those hardy souls who uses their classic in the winter then Roger Taylor of the…
#MGB Service Schedule
A handy service schedule from MG Owners Club. A thorough checklist to keep your classic car well maintained. Click on…
Five Classics You Can Use Every Day | Car & Classic Magazine
An article about an interesting collection of classics for everyday use…… but perhaps not for me! https://www.carandclassic.co.uk/magazine/daily-driven-five-classics-you-can-use-every-day/
Classic Motor Shows, Gemini Events
Some classic car motor shows to look forward to during 2020 https://www.classicmotorshows.co.uk/
Which is the correct AA badge for your Classic Car
Not that out really matters but the AA badges had a few changes over the years. So this webpage identifies…
Chicagoland MG Club:Tech Tips
An interesting little mod if you don’t trust your bonnet release cable. Suppose could apply to many cars. http://www.chicagolandmgclub.com/techtips/mgb/103.html
How to control your car if you skid: winter driving tips from experts to handle front and back wheel skids
How to control your car if you skid: winter driving tips from experts to handle front and back wheel skids…
Are Aftermarket LED Bulbs Road Legal? | Will They Pass An MOT?
A definitive article that spells out the situation of using today’s high intensity LED bulbs in headlights designed 50 years…
Fire Extinguisher Location
I’ve had a fire extinguisher rattling around inside the car for a while – just in case! Didn’t want it…
Relocating Bump Stops on MGB Lowered Suspension
A previous owner lowered the suspension on my MGB when he converted it to chrome bumpers ….. but he didn’t…
#MGB Anti Roll Bar Clamps
My MGB came with a 7/8" anti roll bar (fitted during its racing days) and a comment was made recently…
#MGB Spares and Parts
A link to some of the better #MG #MGB #MGBGT suppliers of parts for our #classiccars. I’ve used just about…
Five Tips For Buying From Auction
Auctions are fast-paced, exciting and can often be a great way of getting a bargain. However, because they’re so fast-paced,…
How To Read Your Spark Plugs – 2
It’s been a few weeks now and quite a lot of miles since I swopped the carbs over and reset…
#MGB oil cooler pipework unions
On the rubber bumper cars that have the oil cooler located under the rad rather than in front of it-…
#MGB Rear Towing Eye
Whilst I had the back of the car jacked up recently I took the opportunity to add a towing loop.…
Historic vehicle federation welcomes MX-5 and NSX to the classic club
I always regret selling the one I had. A great little motor, very reliable and a pleasure to drive. https://uk.motor1.com/news/395179/historic-mazda-mx5-honda-nsx/
Photo Gallery
https://mgbtips.wordpress.com/mg-photo-gallery/ A collection of MGB advertising and marketing pictures and literature. Some great photos.
Five Classics For Focus Money
Five Classics For Focus Money | Car & Classic Magazine https://www.carandclassic.co.uk/magazine/five-classics-for-focus-money/ Interesting article that gives examples of what classic car…
Ballasted Ignition System
My MGB came with Luminition Magnetronic Ignition which has worked well. I knew from the previous owner that the car…
Bell Stainless Steel Exhaust Pipe
A previous owner had fitted a Bell stainless steel exhaust system which theoretically should last a long time but I…
Steering Rack Lubrication
I’ve never checked the steering rack since I’ve had the car as the previous owner had a new one fitted.…
#MGB and GT Colour Coded Wiring Diagrams
Some excellent easy to read and follow wiring diagrams which are colour coded for each of the fused circuits. http://www.advanceautowire.com/mgb.pdf…
Disassembling and Inspecting the MGB Engine
An excellent article about dismantling the mgb engine that far exceeds the information supplied in the workshop manual. Just needs…
Gearbox Oil Spec #MGB
I found this Technical Service Bulletin on the net which applies to the mgb issued April 1975. It was on…
MGA/B Roller Release Bearing – Beware!!
There’s a lot of debate about these but I think this video makes a pretty conclusive case against using them.…
Uprating an MGB Heater System
An excellent article about a subject that many of us who use their MGB’s during the winter months consider. Getting…
Here’s Why A Pilot Fell In Love With This MGB GT!!
When it comes to dream jobs, there’s a lot to choose from. Whether it’s becoming a musician or even a…
Removing Rear Hub Bearing #MGB
To get to the diff to change the thrust washers one of the half shafts needs to be removed. Read…
WD-40 Myths & Fun Facts | Facts About WD-40 Degreaser Products | WD-40
All about this lubricant that most of us use in some way or other on our classic cars. https://www.wd40.com/myths-legends-fun-facts/
Ideal Caravan for towing behind an MGB!!
A 1985 CI Sprite 400 perhaps an ideal caravan to tow with an MGB. At only 10′ long and weighing…
Leaf Spring Greaser
I inhereted the tool many years ago without initially realising what it was or did. This was the first time…
5 Daily Driver Classics
An interesting article from Car and Classic. https://www.carandclassic.co.uk/magazine/daily-driven-five-classics-you-can-use-every-day/
Replacing my MGB Rear Shockers
The mot had an advisory that the rear shocks were seeping – not leaking. About a year ago i bought…
“Botch Up” Axle Strap Pin – Sorted
Whilst having the back of the car jacked up was a good opportunity to swop the axle straps. Although my…
#MGB Differential Anti Clonk Kit
Got the new kit in place – the only piece that was still in existence to remove was a wafer…
DIY Spridget Rollover Frame
An interesting project that would be easy storage when not being used. Although designed for the spridget a similar frame…
That diff is def worn
I removed the diff cover prior to removing the drive half shaft so i could see how much play there…
Diff Play and the “Clonk”
To measure the slack prior to taking the diff apart I locked the prop shaft and the opposite drum and…
#MGB all jacked up ready for diff clonk job
All ready to do a few jobs under the back of the car, the main one being to replace the…
MGB SUBSTANTIAL CHANGES & UK MOT EXEMPTION
An interesting article that attempts to clarify what is considered as a substantial change that would not make your classic…
MG and Triumph Spares Day
Make a note in your diary. An excellent venue to find those spares that you need – well worth the…
Malvern Drive-In Classic Car & Motorcycle Autojumble
One of the first classic car autojumbles of this new year. http://www.classicshows.org/event/malvern-drive-in-classic-car-motorcycle-autojumble-sunday-26-january-2020/
Winter Driving your Classic Car
A 25+ year article about winter driving that still applies. http://www.chicagolandmgclub.com/driveline90/1293/techbits.html
An MG is Born – DVD
Bought as part of a job lot of books and didn’t realised it was a DVD. Surprised as to how…
#MGB Radiator Caps – which one for your car?
My 1975 MGB came with a 15psi rad cap which for 2 years has been no problem. Whilst glancing through…
Which Brake Fluid – which DOT? for your #ClassicCar
A very comprehensive article all about brake fluids. http://www.v8register.net/articles/Brake%20fluids%20article%20R5%20Bob%20Owen%20230109.pdf
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