Having only re bled the clutch hydraulics only a few weeks back the clutch failed again causing me to limp … More
Tag: mgb
Tappet Cover Oil Seal Leak
A common leak on the mgb and a lot of work to replace the seal. Carburettors off and inlet manifold … More
The Best MG Cars from the 70s to the 00s: Icons of British Motoring | Regit
From the roaring MG B GT V8 of the 70s to the agile MG TF and powerful MG ZT of … More
What’s the most MG car in the back catalogue?
Ford might claim that its uncouth Mustang is the bestselling sports car in history, but the MGB is the most … More
Track rod ends dustcap replacement
I am thinking of getting the car MOTed as now coming to 4 years since the last MOT and just … More
8 sportscars with a Rover V8 rumble | GRR
The first ‘in-house’ sportscar to use the Rover V8 engine was the MGB. It was introduced in 1973, coinciding badly … More
Hard top
I’ve had the hard top on now for more than a year mainly because since we moved house I’ve not … More
At $11,500, Is This 1966 Datsun 1600 ‘Fairlady’ A Fair Deal?
Which came first? …….. It’s a common misconception that the Datsun Roadster is a carbon copy of Britain’s MGB. The … More
10 Affordable European Classic Cars That Offer Timeless Charm and Performance – DAX Street
Classic cars offer something special that modern vehicles often lack: charm, personality, and a sense of nostalgia. While today’s high-performance … More
10 Gorgeous Classic Convertibles Deliver Timeless Elegance, Driving Joy, and Budget-Friendly Style – DAX Street
These timeless machines capture the essence of open-top motoring, combining elegance and excitement. For those who dream of cruising down … More
Which is correct
I recently read a debate on one of the Facebook groups as to which way round should the front indicators … More
Top 5 Benefits of Electronic Ignition for Your Classic Car
Points versus electronic… It’s an age-old debate in the classic community, and everyone has their own opinion on which is … More
Love’s Dart: An Engine for All Reasons
Common Sense? It looks like you can’t afford it… Until the late 1960s, the 1.8 litre B-series engine had been … More
Sting’s Classic Car: Old But Good (And Way Cooler Than Modern Rides)
Sting’s MG B GT was likely from the late 1960s or early 1970s, a period that defined the car’s heyday. … More
Cars for Sale
Thought I would just check out cars for sale and surprised how many MGBs are for sale just on this … More
Hydraulic Ramps
I’ve had a trusty pair of ramps for years but I’m finding it more difficult to manoeuvre under the car. … More
Leaking tappet covers again!
I had a dry engine till recently which looked like was coming from the tappet covers. So off with the … More
MGB Tappet Adjustment
Not quite sure why it’s called tappet adjustment as its really the rocker to valve gap that is being adjusted. … More
The perfect working height.
When working on my engine these days and it’s a job a will be spreading over a few days I … More
Track Rod End Rubber …… again!
OK it’s been a few years since I replaced these but not many miles and split again. I noticed this … More
Oil Change
I’ve not changed the oil on the car since I got it 6 years ago so although I’ve not done … More
The Timeless Legacy of MGB: Our MGB Celebrates 60 Years of Automotive Excellence
The MGB, an iconic British classic beloved by automotive enthusiasts, turns 60 this year. From its debut in 1962 to … More
MGB seat rails upgrade
Last weekend I had travel up north. The plan was to take the Morgan and enjoy the sunny weather. However, … More
5 Classic Convertibles That Are Still Affordable (For Now)
Ahh, the feeling of a classic convertible on a beautiful sunny day! The wind in your hair, the pleasant exhaust … More
MG hopes its Cyberster sports EV will bring old fans back | The Canberra Times | Canberra, ACT
The MG Cyberster is nearing its Australian market debut, and the brand is hoping it’ll attract new sports car fans while enticing … More
MGB Anti-tramp Bars
Bought some used anti tramp bars recently not because I particularly needed them but they were a fraction of the … More
Ruddington Monthly Car Meet
Another great day out at the Ruddington Heritage Transport Museum See other cars at ……. https://www.facebook.com/share/p/v4uAq4eEFNFBtP14/
The UK’s most successful sports car!
As we’re still in the first half of summer in the Northern hemisphere, the theme of a nice roadster continues … More
Gimme a brake… Lockeed Caliper overhaul (Part 2)
As mentioned before the Lockheed calipers I took of Mildred (my 1973 MGB GT) are in a really bad condition. … More
MGB Sales Brochures – Download
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Last of the Classic Dashboards
Apart from 1975 being the intro of the rubber bumper it was the jubilee year of MG where all cars … More
A little bit of bling
One of my purchases at my trip to the MG and Triumph Spares Show was a pair of chrome window … More
Aerofan
One of the came up on ebay so thought would give it a try. The fan blade angle changes with … More
A little bit bling
One of my purchases at last week’s trip to the MG and Triumph Spares Show was a pair of chrome … More
Crack of Doom
An interesting theory regarding the cause of the crack of doom. Pete Hall ……”the crack on MG roadster door,is caused … More
My MGB back into its new home
Posts on this blog have been pretty scarce recently due to my MGB having been in storage the last 11 … More
Speedometer Drive Gear : MGB & GT Forum : The MG Experience
This can sometimes be a real problem of a job to sort – so a friend of mine tells me … More
MGB rear axle overhaul – Part 2 – reassembly
I’ve done this job on my MGB a couple of years ago – I wish I’d could have read this … More
How To Modify Your Car Stereo For Bluetooth Or Aux-In | Hackaday
If you’re an automotive enthusiast of taste, you can’t stand the idea of fitting a janky aftermarket stereo into your … More
Restorer of the Year: The 1975 MGB Roadster restoration with a modern twist and a beautiful Fiat 1500 | Adrian Flux
To add to the challenge, Trevor decided he would complete this upgrade without cutting, welding, or modifying the MGB. He … More
MGB all 1975 models inc Jubilee MGB GT GOLD TAILGATE BADGE NOS HZA 5021
If you are an owner of a 1975 year MGB here is a chance to get some rare originality MGB all … More
15 classics that rocked RoStyle wheels
It seems pretty nuts these days, but back in the 1960s, ’70s and early ’80s, there were a huge number … More
Unexpected engagement reloaded
After a long week with lots of travelling I got a call late on Friday evening. The red MGB tourer … More
MGB GT Rubber Bumper Limited Edition Restoration and Maintenance: King pin/front hub strip and replace
Not a job I’ve done yet as mine are in pretty good shape but I’m hanging on to this post … More
Unexpected engagement
Originally, I visited Stephan this late afternoon to get some washers welded together (post will follow on this) – but … More
Throttle trouble
Some problems are immediately apparent and others creep up on you. This problem was of the latter category. I had … More
2022 was a record year for BMH replacement body shells
BMH celebrates a record year for its replacement body shells, including its first Midget shell since 2019… They tell us: … More
Day 477 – Powder & Paint…
… are usually found in on a stage, and that’s exactly what’s happened on the car, I’ve reached a stage … More
Thoughts about owning an MG
The road is your playground. MG owners don’t just drive, they play. They enjoy every twist and turn, every bump … More
Footwell Panel Protection
This is a similar problem that occurs on the MGB …. so worth a reblog. from this ………………………to this! I … More
Free Downloads | Classic Cars For Sale Magazine
Do you fancy an MG as your next classic but not quite sure what is the best model for you … More
The cars transformed by a new engine
An interesting article well worth a read at …… https://www.autocar.co.uk/slideshow/cars-transformed-new-engine-1#image=20
How to tune your MGB – Classic Car How To Guides and Articles | Classic Motoring Magazine
The MGB may be the most popular classic sports car ever made, but for some people that only serves to … More
Buying Your First MGB : How-To Library : The MG Experience
Well, only you can answer that question. They are simple cars and if you have some basic car knowlege you … More
How to Make an MGB Three Seconds Quicker in Six Steps | Articles | Classic Motorsports
Oh, how progress marches on. In their day, British sports cars were seen as quick and nimble. After all, the … More
Points and Condenser classic car ignition… What is it and how does it work?
How does a points and condenser ignition system work, and what are the pitfalls? The points are a mechanical switch … More
MGB Windscreen (blocker) & Seat Belt Guides (solution)
my stereo volume setting prior to the windscreen on the highway was 27 to 30 and now it is 17 … More
History of the American MGB Association
by Frank Ochal The American MGB Association is a nonprofit organization founded in 1975 in New York. From the club’s … More
MGB Trailer!!
Seems a waste of 2 MGBs …… but looks good. https://www.facebook.com/groups/2230917601/permalink/10158887421607602/
What is a ballast resistor… How do I know if my classic car has one?
A lot of MGBs have the resister or a resistor wire in the ignition circuit. Many have had them removed … More
MGB tips mods and maintenance 