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Tag: classic cars
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
Octane and Power
It’s a common misconception amongst car enthusiasts that higher octane = more power. False. Its not black and white. The … More
Spotted today
On my way to the post office this morning spotted this MGB GT in a great colour BRG just arriving … More
Lucas Wiring Color Code Key
Most British cars including the MGB were wired at the factory using specific wiring codes for different purposes. If you’re … More
5 Easy Upgrades for your Classic Car in the coming weeks
As many of you are at home with your classic cars, we want to stop the thumb twiddling. Here’s 5 … More
What’s your Poison?
Is alcohol in your fuel going to make your car sick? What’s your Poison?
My LED Headlight Bulbs
These are the led headlight bulbs i bought for my MGB which i tested and showed the results in my … 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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Nürburgring Classic 2019, MGB GT V8 hits 210 KM/H
Carlton & District Motor Club – The Nottingham Classic Tour
Entries are now open for the 2019 Nottingham Classic tour on Sunday 22nd July again starting and finishing at Kelham … More
Brit Car Fixes from the USA.
I bought the MGB timing cover reinforcing kit from this guy and very impressed with the quality and results and … More
Car Cafe – Nottingham Supercar / Classic Car Meets
https://www.facebook.com/carcafemeet/ During 2019 there have been regular and very popular meetings at the Car Cafe in Sherwood Business Park, just … More
The Classic Motor Show 2019
The classic car show for all enthusiasts, collectors and hobbyists. More info at:- https://www.necclassicmotorshow.com/ 8-10th November 2019
Base Oils Explained
https://www.kewengineering.co.uk/Auto_oils/mineral_or_synthetic_oil.htm Everything about oils, how they work and the difference in the different specs. Explained in both easy terms for … More
EXTRALUBE ZX1 Micro Oil Metal Treatment
EXTRALUBE ZX1 Micro Oil Metal Treatment Extralube ZX1 micro oil is a metal treatment therefore different to other engine oil … More
Additives? ….or not!
When i first got my MGB i knew it had a very small leak – more of a seep – … More
Duckhams – it’s back …..
Duckhams | Engine Oils, Advanced Lubricants and Fuel Additives Duckhams supply a range of Engine Oils, Advanced Lubricants and Fuel … More
Wide angle rear view mirror
One of the first things i noted on driving the mgb was the limited rear vision through the small rear … More