The Dark Side: V8, V6 & 4 Cylinder Engine Conversions and related radical modifications (brakes, transmission, suspension, drivetrain) for MGB, MGA, Midget and all other MG models. Purists beware! http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/list.php?40 Sat, 25 May 2013 20:31:31 -0500 Phorum 5.2.15a http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2374754,2374754#msg-2374754 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2374754,2374754#msg-2374754




]]> gow589 MG Engine Swaps Forum Fri, 24 May 2013 20:16:37 -0500 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2374365,2374365#msg-2374365 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2374365,2374365#msg-2374365 OldBloke MG Engine Swaps Forum Thu, 23 May 2013 18:51:18 -0500 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2373718,2373718#msg-2373718 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2373718,2373718#msg-2373718
Hopefully this is a very quick and simple question - what fuel hose and pipe diameters are used on the RV8? I'm particularly interested in the sizes used on the fuel filters and pump.

Since I'm installing a 3.9 EFI engine in a 1978 B, I figured I wanted to keep everything as common as possible with the RV8, for the sake of simplicity. I just need to go an source the relevant hoses and fitting for my new tank, and would like know what to order before I go and part with the cash.

Thanks,

Alistair]]> farman MG Engine Swaps Forum Fri, 24 May 2013 19:06:51 -0500 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2372696,2372696#msg-2372696 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2372696,2372696#msg-2372696
I'm using the Daze Cars T5 slave adapter bracket and pushrod. Pictured below (I just bought the kit without the CNC slave cylinder). Obviously the piston is being pushed too far but I can't figure why. The clutch is catching at the very top of the pedal. I barely push on the clutch pedal and the clutch disengages, so I figured the piston and pushrod wouldn't be traveling far. But I'm wrong. Just don't know why and what the fix is.]]> cruisedirector MG Engine Swaps Forum Fri, 24 May 2013 05:31:17 -0500 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2372256,2372256#msg-2372256 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2372256,2372256#msg-2372256
-1995 3.4 Fuel Injected Camaro Engine with 4l60e trans
-LP Pump feeding Bronco Fuel Accumulator then off to HP Pump
-Bosch 17lb/hr 17 lb 17lb/hr Design II fuel injectors (top feed injector, 190cc/min flow rate, high-impedance, EV-1 wiring harness connector)
-Stock Engine Harness, REFlashed PCM by Marc to increase top speed cutoff, security disabled.

For wiring I left everything stock, for the PCM I connected Orange to battery, 3 Pinks to ignition. Currently I have fuel pumps on ignition, but will rewire to use Camaro PCM fuel pump relay so HP pump will prime. Black and white wires grounded. Once I figured those out, coils are hot, I'm reading 12+V at pink/black wires on Injectors. I have the correct fuel pressure at the rail. Now if I spray starter fluid in the intake it will run off that, then die. The injectors are BRAND NEW. I don't think the injectors are opening up/pulsing. Am I missing something in the wiring? How to test if injectors are pulsing. I pulled the rail before putting new injectors in and nothing sprayed out. Even though I have the disable flashed into the PCM, do I still need to ground a wire, or connect a wire (BLUE?).

Thanks guys, I really appreciate it, I know I am so close, but I am really stumped on this one. I know it is probably something simple...]]> notabmw1 MG Engine Swaps Forum Wed, 22 May 2013 21:06:31 -0500 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2371048,2371048#msg-2371048 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2371048,2371048#msg-2371048
I've got a couple of questions, hopefully fairly simple ones...

Firstly, I'm installing a 100% stock EFI Range Rover V8, which means I've got the taller breather canister and oil filler neck, both of which are positioned towards the front of the engine. I've looked at picture of RV8 engine bays, and I'm now concerned that these will foul the underside of the bonnet, even on an RV8 replica design with the central bulge. This concern arises simply because the breather (once the hose is fitted) and oil filler aren't much lower than plenum itself, but are considerable further forward.

Does anyone have any experience with this? One alternative might be to use an MGC bonnet instead, since the "raised" portion extends that much further forward - again, does anyone have any experience with this?

Thanks,

Alistair]]> farman MG Engine Swaps Forum Thu, 23 May 2013 11:51:00 -0500 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2370647,2370647#msg-2370647 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2370647,2370647#msg-2370647
A simple design that *should* keep airflow through the radiator.]]> mowog1 MG Engine Swaps Forum Thu, 23 May 2013 19:51:29 -0500 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2370497,2370497#msg-2370497 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2370497,2370497#msg-2370497 joefromthekillaco MG Engine Swaps Forum Mon, 20 May 2013 11:20:44 -0500 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2370199,2370199#msg-2370199 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2370199,2370199#msg-2370199
]]> Mickey Richaud MG Engine Swaps Forum Mon, 20 May 2013 20:47:16 -0500 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2369252,2369252#msg-2369252 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2369252,2369252#msg-2369252
Not sure is this is completely the correct forum, but I can see there is a wealth of knowledge here...I love reading through the project logs!

So I have a project car in mind - something starting with a rough TD, probably one missing the engine/tranny and swapping in the running gear from a clapped out MGB. Done right, I would have an around-town daily driver that I wouldn't have to worry about too much, no obsessing over matching SNs, (or chipped paint) but it would still be "all MG", with more power, and maybe more other stuff.

I just found a running '76 MGB on craigslist. He already has a Weber downdraft conversion and claims the clutch is new. The body is pretty rough and the interior is a wreck, so no heartache over pulling as much running gear out of this as possible.

My question to the collective wisdom of the forum - how much MGB can I successfully tack onto a TD chassis? I can do some fabrication, and have access to some experts to help with the extra hard bits.

So, what fits:
-engine?
-tranny?
-front end?
-rear end?

Also, anything particular to this later "emissionized and safety-ed" car I need to know about for this?

Thanks for any guidance.

Mark]]> markb57 MG Engine Swaps Forum Fri, 24 May 2013 08:24:23 -0500 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2369092,2369092#msg-2369092 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2369092,2369092#msg-2369092 Thanks for all the info over the past years while lurking, unfortunately, I'm having achilles tendon issues, and the firm clutch is bothering me.
Car is located in Santa Barbara, CA
Please have a look at the link to pics and info if you're interested.
Thanks again,
Jeff

Photos]]> jvanhousen MG Engine Swaps Forum Sat, 18 May 2013 18:58:08 -0500 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2368554,2368554#msg-2368554 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2368554,2368554#msg-2368554
http://providence.craigslist.org/pts/3798330118.html]]> TR8todd MG Engine Swaps Forum Thu, 16 May 2013 19:45:58 -0500 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2368527,2368527#msg-2368527 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2368527,2368527#msg-2368527 It also has the backing plates from Wilwood for the hand brake, all it needs is the rotors and calipers.
Does not have the spring perches welded.

Non-posi and it is a 3.08 with a chrome cover, clean and painted. My friend will accept a reasonable offer plus shipping.

Will take pictures if requested.]]> 1744 MG Engine Swaps Forum Sat, 18 May 2013 17:30:45 -0500 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2368289,2368289#msg-2368289 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2368289,2368289#msg-2368289 Making good progress
Should be at the exhaust shop next week
I have finished up my wiring and due to using efi on the 302 I placed the fuses ,relays and inertia that came with the after market wiring loom in the passenger footwell
I have the original hush panels but they are very worn .
Does anyone supply new ones??
Or do I have to get my fibreglass kit out any add a coulpe of layers
Thanks in Advance]]> rlooye MG Engine Swaps Forum Thu, 16 May 2013 17:37:04 -0500 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2368114,2368114#msg-2368114 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2368114,2368114#msg-2368114 I tried a 90 degree turbo charger hose from HPS but it doesn’t quite fit. Short of finding a hose I will probably need to have the outlet modified from straight to 90 degrees.]]> smelfi MG Engine Swaps Forum Fri, 17 May 2013 10:31:19 -0500 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2368003,2368003#msg-2368003 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2368003,2368003#msg-2368003 What size wrench/socket is needed to remove the drain/fill plugs on a Rover LT77 gearbox?
I just want to ensure I have the correct sizes in the tool box before starting the project.
Thanks in advance
George]]> mooser01 MG Engine Swaps Forum Thu, 16 May 2013 21:24:15 -0500 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2367534,2367534#msg-2367534 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2367534,2367534#msg-2367534
Bill Ashby's 1967 Sunbeam Alpine with Nissan CA18DET Turbocharged Engine

]]> BritishV8 MG Engine Swaps Forum Sat, 18 May 2013 12:31:38 -0500 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2366897,2366897#msg-2366897 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2366897,2366897#msg-2366897 Thanks,
Mark W.]]> Markwheeler MG Engine Swaps Forum Mon, 20 May 2013 08:39:36 -0500 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2366485,2366485#msg-2366485 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2366485,2366485#msg-2366485
On that note he's offered me a flo-tech replacement from an MGR V8, is there any pros or cons to using one of these? Please be honest, because if there is any doubt i'm happy to buy a brand new one.

Thanks]]> Welshie MG Engine Swaps Forum Fri, 17 May 2013 04:32:58 -0500 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2365217,2365217#msg-2365217 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2365217,2365217#msg-2365217 magnette1 MG Engine Swaps Forum Thu, 16 May 2013 08:06:28 -0500 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2365021,2365021#msg-2365021 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2365021,2365021#msg-2365021 Jim Lema MG Engine Swaps Forum Tue, 14 May 2013 07:00:30 -0500 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2364725,2364725#msg-2364725 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2364725,2364725#msg-2364725
Thanks]]> Welshie MG Engine Swaps Forum Tue, 14 May 2013 12:27:28 -0500 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2364199,2364199#msg-2364199 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2364199,2364199#msg-2364199
I'm new to this forum. I purchased my 1979 MGB around September of last year with the intention of restoring it and swapping a 2.0L DOHC Zetec into it. My father (known as Mustangsix on this forum) has been kind enough to help me with this project. I started a build thread on focusfanatics.com.

http://www.focusfanatics.com/forum/showthread.php?t=302371

This project has been a good father/son project and has been a lot of fun so far. The swap isn't complete yet and we still have a lot of little hurdles to overcome. I just figured some of you may like it. I'll keep this thread updated as the swap nears completion.]]> ZetecMGB MG Engine Swaps Forum Wed, 15 May 2013 12:10:40 -0500 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2363592,2363592#msg-2363592 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2363592,2363592#msg-2363592 lars49 MG Engine Swaps Forum Sat, 25 May 2013 08:16:57 -0500 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2363055,2363055#msg-2363055 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2363055,2363055#msg-2363055 http://www.classicconversionseng.com/index.htm
I'm in the UK - will it fit my RHD MGB?
Anyone knows someone in the UK who has done of these conversions?
I'm looking for a mechanic to help me out.
Many thx!]]> RegW MG Engine Swaps Forum Fri, 10 May 2013 17:16:47 -0500 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2362959,2362959#msg-2362959 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2362959,2362959#msg-2362959 billgknapp MG Engine Swaps Forum Sat, 11 May 2013 23:20:35 -0500 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2362774,2362774#msg-2362774 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2362774,2362774#msg-2362774 billgknapp MG Engine Swaps Forum Fri, 10 May 2013 12:14:53 -0500 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2362760,2362760#msg-2362760 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2362760,2362760#msg-2362760 Domino MG Engine Swaps Forum Fri, 10 May 2013 15:35:07 -0500 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2362684,2362684#msg-2362684 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2362684,2362684#msg-2362684


Built with a Heritage bodyshell and Rover 4.0

More here: http://www.pistonheads.com/news/default.asp?storyId=27685]]> HealeyRick MG Engine Swaps Forum Mon, 20 May 2013 23:30:30 -0500 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2362396,2362396#msg-2362396 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2362396,2362396#msg-2362396
So I found a guy that is pulling a 3.5L out of a 1985 Rover Defender 110 and the engine is his daily driver, but he is swapping up to a fuel-injected 4.2L, so he'll be selling the old engine. My main question is, is this engine late enough that the accessory mounting will cause problems in a swap, or does it follow the same mounting pattern as the earlier 3.5L engines?

Given the extremely limited pool of potential local engines for swaps (yay Alaska), I think I've struck gold - but I'm not sure.

Thanks in advance for the help...]]> AlaskaTRX MG Engine Swaps Forum Sun, 12 May 2013 22:52:51 -0500 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2361780,2361780#msg-2361780 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2361780,2361780#msg-2361780 mowog1 MG Engine Swaps Forum Fri, 10 May 2013 09:45:36 -0500 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2361458,2361458#msg-2361458 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2361458,2361458#msg-2361458 tdecell MG Engine Swaps Forum Tue, 14 May 2013 08:39:19 -0500 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2360564,2360564#msg-2360564 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2360564,2360564#msg-2360564 Thanks


Just done one on a motor that has been sitting for a couple of years and get a high of 172 and lowest of 155.
I would think that's in the region of OK?]]> magnette1 MG Engine Swaps Forum Tue, 07 May 2013 22:48:45 -0500 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2360100,2360100#msg-2360100 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2360100,2360100#msg-2360100
With the CHP using the roving "Safety Check" stops, what happens there? If you have a v6 from a 1987 car, do you have to meet those mandates?

I have seen 2 of these CHP stops set up in the last 6 months. They put you on a trailer with a Dyno, and do the same tests as you'd do if it was a 2 year test on a 1976 and later car. Or so I'm told at the NAPA store where I was when I saw the last CHP stop, just outside in the street.

Has any one experienced this yet?

thanks]]> TomSnow123 MG Engine Swaps Forum Wed, 08 May 2013 22:36:36 -0500 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2359759,2359759#msg-2359759 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2359759,2359759#msg-2359759 trewjohn2001 MG Engine Swaps Forum Sat, 11 May 2013 21:46:08 -0500 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2359640,2359640#msg-2359640 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2359640,2359640#msg-2359640 AHark MG Engine Swaps Forum Sun, 19 May 2013 22:32:55 -0500 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2359069,2359069#msg-2359069 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2359069,2359069#msg-2359069
Use a hand Vacuum pump (these can be picked up for cheap at most auto parts stores or Sears). http://www.sears.com/shc/s/p_10153_12605_00999499000P
If you've never used a hand vacuum pump, here's a little crash course- You'll take one hose from the pump to the overflow cup and another hose from the cup to whatever you're pulling the vacuum on. For this you'll need to put a cone-shaped attachment on the end of the hose. Also make sure the reservoir is sealed up well. Generally it's a two-piece design with a screw-on lid. Put a small layer of grease around the top of the cup then put the lid on. It sounds crazy, but I've found that dielectric grease works great for this.

Make sure your reservoir is filled with fluid (take the rubber insert out for this, if there is one there). Insert the end of the hose into the master cylinder reservoir and push the cone down into the hole in the bottom of it and hold it there. Begin pumping the vacuum pump and you'll see fluid and air bubbles beginning to work their way up the hose and towards the overflow cup on the vacuum pump. Pump until you see about 15-18in.Hg vacuum (do not exceed 20in.Hg, as it could damage the master cylinder). Hold it there for a minute then quickly pull the end of the hose out of the master cylinder reservoir. Make sure you pull it completely out of the fluid, because it will suck your reservoir dry if you leave it in there. Now make sure there's plenty of fluid in the reservoir then check your pedal. It'll most likely be on the floor. If not, usually one slight push on it will cause it to fall to the floor. By pulling it up you will suck the fluid in the reservoir down into the master and slave cylinder, so make sure it's full before pulling the pedal up.

Repeat this process until you don't see any more bubbles coming up when you pull the vacuum on the system. You may have to empty the overflow cup several times.

This is also a good way to check for a leak in the system. If you continually see bubbles or have trouble maintaining a vacuum, then you have a leak somewhere. Also keep in mind that a leak in the master cylinder may not actually leak fluid out. In fact it most likely won't. A faulty master cylinder usually causes problems by leaking fluid past it's plunger, but not necessarily leaking out of the cylinder itself. Putting a vacuum on a faulty master cylinder will often cause air to leak IN. If this happens then you'll see a see a constant stream of bubbles and you'll never be able to hold a vacuum. A leak in the slave cylinder on the other hand will usually leak fluid OUT.

Hope this helps.

*found on CamaroV6.com*]]> DocsMG MG Engine Swaps Forum Tue, 21 May 2013 17:29:46 -0500 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2359034,2359034#msg-2359034 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2359034,2359034#msg-2359034 Thanks, Steve]]> S Splash MG Engine Swaps Forum Tue, 07 May 2013 22:38:44 -0500 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2358360,2358360#msg-2358360 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2358360,2358360#msg-2358360


]]> V8MGBV8 MG Engine Swaps Forum Sun, 05 May 2013 20:12:21 -0500 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2358059,2358059#msg-2358059 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2358059,2358059#msg-2358059

I've been running moss part here for a couple of years, but since I have had my hard top on the sound coming form my rear end is really loud - one thing about the hard top is sound resonates pretty loudly inside, the outside noise with the top down drowns out the sound so I really hadn't noticed it until driving to and from britfest.



Should an LSD be any louder then a stock rear end? When coasting it is quiet, when I apply power and accelerate the whine an howl is really loud. Could any of this be caused by the rear end not being dead nuts on square with the tracking -

Any comments about this would be greatly appreciated -]]> Glenn Polly MG Engine Swaps Forum Wed, 08 May 2013 18:02:54 -0500 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2358041,2358041#msg-2358041 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2358041,2358041#msg-2358041
In some other "old car" forums I've noticed sometimes there are "interchange" guides for using parts from other makes and models that are either:

1. Currently available (or more readily available locally) vs. "unobtainium"
2. Work better/ higher performance than original equipment or available repro's
3. More reliable than the junk repro's
4. Less expensive
5. All of the above

I started thinking about this when I went to price a new clutch master cylinder from the usual British parts vendors for the '76 Midget (about $100 with shipping) vs. my neighbor's '92 Honda clutch MC ($16.99 at Autozone). Since I plan on keeping this car forever, and I am not worried about originality but am worried about reliability, I have no qualms regarding using say, the door seal felts intended for a Chevy S-10 if it's 1/10th the cost of the OEM or British aftermarket stuff, or I can pick it up at NAPA or Advance Auto, as long is the swap is well engineered and executed (no "hold my beer and hand me the welder" engineering allowed).

So how about a forum for all the other swaps we do like seats, blower motors, windshield wipers, radiators, interior bits, etc?

We talk about swapping engines and entire drivelines (cool factor!) but there are lots of smaller projects that I am sure people are doing that are worth sharing. I'd like to hear of any parts swaps you've done for reliability.


-David]]> dbandel MG Engine Swaps Forum Sun, 05 May 2013 08:44:10 -0500 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2357062,2357062#msg-2357062 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2357062,2357062#msg-2357062 OldBloke MG Engine Swaps Forum Tue, 07 May 2013 12:28:21 -0500 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2356847,2356847#msg-2356847 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2356847,2356847#msg-2356847
Tomorrow we are attending a British car breakfast at Pennys restaurant in Jamestown, NC then south to Ashboro for a "Meet" at Higgins Farm.

Luv all those cu. inches in a BGT.]]> lawnvett MG Engine Swaps Forum Wed, 15 May 2013 20:14:07 -0500 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2356527,2356527#msg-2356527 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2356527,2356527#msg-2356527
Are these polyethylene cells legal for the street (I'm in rural Wisconsin and don't have to pass a smog test). Are they safe without a metal enclosure?]]> adenzin MG Engine Swaps Forum Sat, 18 May 2013 18:52:51 -0500 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2356299,2356299#msg-2356299 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2356299,2356299#msg-2356299


Sure is going into lots of applications, there is a few airboats with them now with gear drives and composite props running some great numbers as well as great fuel savings.

Yeah I should've posted this in other vehicles but had to share in the dark side ;-)]]> TRIKER MG Engine Swaps Forum Wed, 08 May 2013 11:34:05 -0500 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2356297,2356297#msg-2356297 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2356297,2356297#msg-2356297
Bill
Pensacola, FL]]> Yellow68B MG Engine Swaps Forum Fri, 03 May 2013 15:32:33 -0500 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2356031,2356031#msg-2356031 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2356031,2356031#msg-2356031 ---------------------------------------------------------------------
Hose, Upper Radiator 3.4L SFI 'L32' V6
Although this may work for other applications, this is designed for the 1993-1995 'L32' 3.4L F-Body engine installed in an MGB with the 1977-1980 MGB...-----------------------------------------------------------------------------

I have a 3.4L in a 1979 B - but I am running the edelbrock intake and have the S10 thermostat housing - will the above hose fit my application? or is a FI Camaro hose at a different angle/size?

What have other used?

Thanks]]> mrcorrao MG Engine Swaps Forum Fri, 03 May 2013 15:35:29 -0500 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2355061,2355061#msg-2355061 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2355061,2355061#msg-2355061 DocsMG MG Engine Swaps Forum Thu, 02 May 2013 14:50:34 -0500 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2354225,2354225#msg-2354225 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2354225,2354225#msg-2354225 Does anyone know the distance between the front of the bell housing to the shifter on a standard Midget 1500? That measurement will determine whether I have 95hp or 205hp under the hood.
I posted this in the Midget forum and was told I should ask here. I hope someone knows, so I don't have to figure out how to get underneath my Midget to measure.
Thanks,
Rick]]> Rick Nelson MG Engine Swaps Forum Tue, 30 Apr 2013 16:32:40 -0500 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2353835,2353835#msg-2353835 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2353835,2353835#msg-2353835
Details here:

http://www.blountbritishcars.org/2013gathering.htm]]> Mickey Richaud MG Engine Swaps Forum Tue, 30 Apr 2013 16:26:48 -0500 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2353823,2353823#msg-2353823 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2353823,2353823#msg-2353823 2putt MG Engine Swaps Forum Wed, 01 May 2013 08:56:51 -0500 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2353740,2353740#msg-2353740 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2353740,2353740#msg-2353740 Welshie MG Engine Swaps Forum Thu, 16 May 2013 15:34:41 -0500 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2353739,2353739#msg-2353739 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2353739,2353739#msg-2353739
Do I use a Rover SD1 clutch slave cylinder for the LT77 box I have? I also read that the ball pivot shaft needs to be a certain length for the V8, is this right?

Finally, what mounting rubbers do you use for the gearbox? I'll be modifying the gearbox crossmember as per the book.

Thanks]]> Welshie MG Engine Swaps Forum Tue, 30 Apr 2013 23:08:21 -0500 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2353334,2353334#msg-2353334 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2353334,2353334#msg-2353334 Joe]]> jegliebe3 MG Engine Swaps Forum Wed, 01 May 2013 15:12:32 -0500 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2352632,2352632#msg-2352632 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2352632,2352632#msg-2352632 raccoonman MG Engine Swaps Forum Mon, 29 Apr 2013 17:26:30 -0500 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2352579,2352579#msg-2352579 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2352579,2352579#msg-2352579 kkotlow MG Engine Swaps Forum Fri, 03 May 2013 14:47:23 -0500 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2352441,2352441#msg-2352441 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2352441,2352441#msg-2352441 Thanks in advance,
Hal]]> B mine MG Engine Swaps Forum Mon, 29 Apr 2013 16:42:49 -0500 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2351815,2351815#msg-2351815 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2351815,2351815#msg-2351815 OldBloke MG Engine Swaps Forum Wed, 15 May 2013 18:39:52 -0500 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2351418,2351418#msg-2351418 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2351418,2351418#msg-2351418
I'm approaching the end of my V8 conversion project (well, I think I am!), and have found someone to make me a custom tank with a return line (I'm going the EFI route), and a custom dual exhaust system. He's a keen dragbike racer, and builds his own bikes, along with the occasional commission for work on cars (such as myself).

With that in mind, I'm looking to source a pair of silencers to be included in the exhaust system, preferably sourced from the UK, since that's where I'm based. I'm interested in sound quality rather than quantity - I want a nice burble at idle and a reasonably rich noise at full throttle, but I don't want to be deafened on a long motorway journey. Any suggestions on silencer types, and places to source them?

Thanks,

Alistair]]> farman MG Engine Swaps Forum Wed, 22 May 2013 15:58:10 -0500 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2350474,2350474#msg-2350474 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2350474,2350474#msg-2350474
http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?42,2280223]]> LittleBritishCar MG Engine Swaps Forum Mon, 29 Apr 2013 16:45:54 -0500 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2350288,2350288#msg-2350288 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2350288,2350288#msg-2350288
Download it, fill it in, and submit it to Bill Young ASAP!

See you in Omaha for BritishV8 2013!]]> mowog1 MG Engine Swaps Forum Thu, 25 Apr 2013 18:31:10 -0500 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2349322,2349322#msg-2349322 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2349322,2349322#msg-2349322
http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?42,2349318

-Joe]]> RichPho MG Engine Swaps Forum Wed, 24 Apr 2013 15:30:18 -0500 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2348536,2348536#msg-2348536 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2348536,2348536#msg-2348536


]]> bills MG Engine Swaps Forum Wed, 24 Apr 2013 18:30:56 -0500 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2348429,2348429#msg-2348429 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2348429,2348429#msg-2348429
By following the various postings I have now accumulated 53 pages of solid info and think I am ready to tackle the project. Last September I took the car apart and bagged every piece in plastic bags with labels so I do not have a jig saw puzzle when I start putting it back together.

Over the winter my buddy’s body shop has been doing all of the body work so that beginning mid-May I can start all of the mechanical work. The intent is to build a fun street car that looks like a race car, with good handling and enough pep to keep up with modern traffic and if necessary to get out of trouble using the go pedal.

My plan is as follows: Rebuild the front suspension with shorter springs and poly bushings and rebuilt original shocks in order to drop the front about 1 ½ inches. In the rear use reverse eye springs & stock rebuilt shocks to also drop the rear about the same amount.

Drop in a Chevy 3.4 V6 with a Ford T5 (2.95 first & .63 5th gears), V6 bellhousing, htob, custom driveshaft & use the stock MG 3.9 rear end. New wiring for the ignition system and old school for the fuel - 390 Holly, distributor and a 12 gallon fuel cell in the trunk. I am too old to figure out how to make EFI work.

Totally rebuild and upgrade the brake system. Gotta go but also gotta stop.

Get rid of the RB in the front & use a Sebring valence. I am still debating about the rear. I like the look of the fiberglass valence and would buy a Tony Jennes rear valence but it looks as if he is only going to make them for the GTs. The fiberglass ones look as if they are a real pain to fit. Will Tony’s GT valence fit my MGB?

The interior is in very good condition except for the rugs that will be replaced.

Obviously there are going to be lots & lots of little things that I have not mentioned but my goal is to have a running auto by the end of the summer.

All comments and advice will be gratefully accepted. You can see a pic of the car as purchased on my home page .]]> GMATS MG Engine Swaps Forum Tue, 23 Apr 2013 22:25:39 -0500 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2348109,2348109#msg-2348109 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2348109,2348109#msg-2348109 flipsmg MG Engine Swaps Forum Thu, 25 Apr 2013 21:35:46 -0500 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2347125,2347125#msg-2347125 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2347125,2347125#msg-2347125 I have a VN-VP 3.08 LSD diff, is this a good set up for conversion.
Do I use disc brake set up and simply shorten or change callipers and rotors.
I noticed that the diff is off set.
Help wanted
Tony]]> ztony MG Engine Swaps Forum Sat, 25 May 2013 19:35:47 -0500 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2346942,2346942#msg-2346942 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2346942,2346942#msg-2346942
So I am not too far out in my posts, I am redirecting here:
http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?47,2346934

If you have any comments, please do NOT post here. Leave your comments there. This is for information only and I will not post further on the subject.

I apologise to anyone who feels I am overstepping my boundary in posting this here.

-BMC.]]> BMC MG Engine Swaps Forum Mon, 22 Apr 2013 17:23:51 -0500 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2346651,2346651#msg-2346651 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2346651,2346651#msg-2346651 lars49 MG Engine Swaps Forum Tue, 23 Apr 2013 19:52:33 -0500 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2345660,2345660#msg-2345660 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2345660,2345660#msg-2345660
I've been thinking about putting a 4.3 or even a 4.56 rear end and seeing what happens. Any thoughts?

I think my car is geared too high for a small engine that gets it's power at RPM. At 70 mph I'm at 3350 RPM. I usually downshift when I pass on the highway in order to get into boost. I almost never use 4th gear when accelerating fast.

I'd like to hear what other people think about the gear ratios they're running.

Thanks]]> dhen MG Engine Swaps Forum Thu, 25 Apr 2013 21:23:03 -0500 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2345472,2345472#msg-2345472 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2345472,2345472#msg-2345472

Check out this cool MGB V8 and participate in the discussion over on the main board:
http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?1,2345015]]> BritishV8 MG Engine Swaps Forum Sat, 20 Apr 2013 05:27:20 -0500 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2345220,2345220#msg-2345220 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2345220,2345220#msg-2345220
I had to get my MIG gas bottle refilled this week and while I was there I asked the guys in back if they had any small gas bottles that they could not refill but that would still hold 100 psi. He came up with a small oxygen bottle that he said I could have. I cut a 2" hole in the bottom with a hole saw and welded in half of a 2" pipe coupler. The 2" plug was drilled and tapped with a 1/4" npt thread and I attached an air fitting with a 90* elbow. The small end already had a 3/4" npt thread where the valve used to be. The 1" aluminum block is drilled and tapped for a 3/4"-16 (fine thread) which is the same thread as a PH16 oil filter has. I drilled a 5/16" hole through the axis of the bolt and turned the smooth shank end down and cut a 3/8" npt male thread on it so I could attach the ball valve. The tank attaches to the top of the block with a 3/8" pipe nipple and 2 reducer bushings. A passage is drilled down to intersect with another hole drilled into the area inside the I.D. of the filter gasket. The pressurized oil will go into the outside of the filter, through the filter media, out through the hole in the bolt and then to the engine. I wanted to use a filter in case any dirt was left inside the tank although I cleaned it really well. The only two things I had to buy were the 2" pipe plug and the oil filter - less than $10. I had everything else laying around.

The way it will work is a hose will be connected from the ball valve to the port where the oil pressure sender screws into the block. with the ball valve closed I can fill the tank with 2-3 quarts of oil and then screw the 2" plug in place to make it airtight. I will then attach shop air to the fitting (regulated to 50-60 psi) and then open the ball valve. The oil will fill all the galleries in the engine and pre lube all the parts.]]> Jim Stabe MG Engine Swaps Forum Thu, 25 Apr 2013 19:08:51 -0500 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2344802,2344802#msg-2344802 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2344802,2344802#msg-2344802
Range/Land Rover starters: Look ideal as they are nice and short, but it appears the solenoid comes out of the side/top and so hits the MGB chassis

Rover SD1: Solenoid position comes out of the bottom so no clearance issues, but its long and is close to the manifolds

MGB V8 original: Slightly shorter than the SD1 starter but rarer and expensive.

Hi-Torque: The best option, but expensive. Looking at this page, they say their £132 starter might fit MGB conversions and is much better priced than the proper MGB V8 version, thoughts?

http://www.moss-europe.co.uk/Shop/ViewProducts.aspx?PlateIndexID=6747]]> Welshie MG Engine Swaps Forum Thu, 25 Apr 2013 13:54:07 -0500 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2344762,2344762#msg-2344762 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2344762,2344762#msg-2344762 mgv8glen MG Engine Swaps Forum Tue, 23 Apr 2013 06:02:29 -0500 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2344412,2344412#msg-2344412 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2344412,2344412#msg-2344412 Got most things identified but these have stumped me. Look well made. Ideas?]]> B..seein ya MG Engine Swaps Forum Thu, 18 Apr 2013 21:49:54 -0500 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2344288,2344288#msg-2344288 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2344288,2344288#msg-2344288
Summit Racing has the wheel. It is a Cragar Quick Trick 1, steel, chrome, 14x6, 4x4.5 bolt circle w/3.5 inch backspace. I think it has zero offset.

Will it fit on my MGB?]]> GMATS MG Engine Swaps Forum Sat, 27 Apr 2013 06:04:50 -0500 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2344283,2344283#msg-2344283 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2344283,2344283#msg-2344283
I have a 3.1 liter v6 with a t-5 transmission. On this setup the transmission is set an angle relative to plane of the engine oil pan. I believe I've read it is 17 degrees. The fill plug for the transmission oil is thus high in the tunnel and angled away. I was wondering how people change transmission lubricant. I filled the transmission after the rebuild and before installation and haven't had to change it yet.

Can you get the fill plug out with this setup? Can you get a suction pump tube in there to refill? Would it be better to cut an access hole in the tunnel so you could get to the fill plug the way my 1966 MGBGT had an interior access port/dipstick?

Just wondering.

thanks
Neil]]> nwintfeld MG Engine Swaps Forum Sat, 20 Apr 2013 11:12:18 -0500 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2344221,2344221#msg-2344221 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2344221,2344221#msg-2344221 Kaiser Sosei MG Engine Swaps Forum Wed, 24 Apr 2013 00:04:14 -0500 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2344059,2344059#msg-2344059 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2344059,2344059#msg-2344059 jon.wright.lbc MG Engine Swaps Forum Sun, 21 Apr 2013 08:15:41 -0500 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2343914,2343914#msg-2343914 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2343914,2343914#msg-2343914 Anyways here are the particulars on the engine,....I will try and paste a ''you tube'' link as well,....I can say I heard the noise myself,...and it doesn't seem as loud or metallic as in the video,....opinions?,....how serious?,...I was thinking timing chain or tensioners.....and how much time/ dollars to repair.

Thanks






It is a 2005 Audi Quattro with the 3.2 engine



Engine Type dual overhead cam 24-valve

aluminum alloy V6 with variable

valve timing

Engine Size 3.2 liters / 191 cu. in.

Horsepower 255 @ 6500 rpm

Torque (lb-ft) 243 @ 3250 rpm]]> 2putt MG Engine Swaps Forum Mon, 22 Apr 2013 18:24:28 -0500 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2343157,2343157#msg-2343157 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2343157,2343157#msg-2343157 lars49 MG Engine Swaps Forum Wed, 17 Apr 2013 16:36:48 -0500 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2342895,2342895#msg-2342895 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2342895,2342895#msg-2342895 billymgb1000 MG Engine Swaps Forum Wed, 17 Apr 2013 10:02:42 -0500 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2342856,2342856#msg-2342856 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2342856,2342856#msg-2342856
Starter motor:

I need a starter motor before I fit the engine to the car and am unsure what to get. I don't want a standard one as I know they sit close to the manifold and can suffer from overheating. I've seen two other options; a hi-torque compact starter (expensive) or what looks to be a short body standard starter (that would give more exhaust clearance).

So from people's experience what is best to get?

2. Where is best in the UK to get the rubber engine to body mounts?

3. Just out of curiosity, is a V8 with LT77 box and a 3.9:1 final drive useable at all?

Many thanks]]> Welshie MG Engine Swaps Forum Fri, 19 Apr 2013 21:49:42 -0500 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2342655,2342655#msg-2342655 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2342655,2342655#msg-2342655 bluesguitar57 MG Engine Swaps Forum Fri, 26 Apr 2013 21:58:05 -0500 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2342237,2342237#msg-2342237 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2342237,2342237#msg-2342237
http://knoxville.craigslist.org/cto/3724505435.html]]> mrcorrao MG Engine Swaps Forum Sun, 05 May 2013 09:18:44 -0500 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2341552,2341552#msg-2341552 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2341552,2341552#msg-2341552
I have 215x60-15 tires on 6" wire wheels. They do 802 revs per mile.

The most popular replacement MGB tire seems to be 175x70-14 which is 853 revs per mile.

Not sure how this matches with stock MGB gearing, but here is what the cars are doing in 4th:

MGB 4000 rpm = 72 mph
4500 rpm = 81 mph

Both of those are comfortable cruising speeds.

The Jamaican with 15" tires:

4000 rpm = 76 mph
4500 rpm = 86 mph

I've been asked if the 3.9 diff doesn't result in too low gearing. The answer is no, not if you run a 15" tire. and if I want to cruise higher in speed, the 5th gear is a long OD ratio.

In 5th gear I can do the 76 mph at 2500 rpm.

You'll get approximately the same results using slightly narrower tires if the rear fender well room limits you on an MGB. A 195x65-15 is only a couple of percent off.

The pay off in keeping the 3.9 diff is considerably enhanced acceleration over the lower numerical ratios.]]> bills MG Engine Swaps Forum Tue, 16 Apr 2013 11:51:57 -0500 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2341508,2341508#msg-2341508 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2341508,2341508#msg-2341508 lars49 MG Engine Swaps Forum Mon, 22 Apr 2013 08:42:40 -0500 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2341276,2341276#msg-2341276 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2341276,2341276#msg-2341276
3.4 into a 80 B, 65 mustang alu. radiator. I have the overflow going to the factory tank.

Questions ; V6 16# caps on both rad & overflow tank. Or on radiator only and leave overflow tank loose?

Alu. radiator came with a lower # cap (12# I think) why??

OK let me have it !!!! I didn't find anything in search.

Bob]]> bobmgble MG Engine Swaps Forum Mon, 15 Apr 2013 22:23:27 -0500 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2340691,2340691#msg-2340691 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2340691,2340691#msg-2340691
I live in Corpus Christi and do not know of any shop here that would or that I would trust do a swab.

Is there anyone on the forum that knows of a excellent shop in my area or around the Houston area that I could contact about doing a complete turnkey swab and do a first class trustworthy job.

Thanks
Roger]]> Mockingbird MG Engine Swaps Forum Tue, 16 Apr 2013 11:16:13 -0500 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2340633,2340633#msg-2340633 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2340633,2340633#msg-2340633 joefromthekillaco MG Engine Swaps Forum Sun, 21 Apr 2013 11:57:16 -0500 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2340514,2340514#msg-2340514 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2340514,2340514#msg-2340514 turbostar MG Engine Swaps Forum Sun, 14 Apr 2013 15:03:35 -0500 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2340212,2340212#msg-2340212 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2340212,2340212#msg-2340212 Hydrolastic MG Engine Swaps Forum Tue, 16 Apr 2013 16:25:53 -0500 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2339753,2339753#msg-2339753 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2339753,2339753#msg-2339753 gonzosal MG Engine Swaps Forum Sun, 14 Apr 2013 10:06:01 -0500 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2338641,2338641#msg-2338641 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2338641,2338641#msg-2338641 trewjohn2001 MG Engine Swaps Forum Mon, 22 Apr 2013 16:57:15 -0500 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2338335,2338335#msg-2338335 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2338335,2338335#msg-2338335 Tonight I tried a fit with the t5 attached ... so close. Having trouble getting the tail end over the crossmember - has anyone ever trimmed the attach piece off the transmission? I think this is where it is hanging up. Going to try again Friday with a helper. Just wondering if I am missing something obvious.

This is a 3.4 with a v6 camaro t5 in a 1979 mgb

Thank you]]> mrcorrao MG Engine Swaps Forum Sun, 14 Apr 2013 13:44:24 -0500 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2337201,2337201#msg-2337201 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2337201,2337201#msg-2337201 jegliebe3 MG Engine Swaps Forum Wed, 17 Apr 2013 19:53:51 -0500 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2336882,2336882#msg-2336882 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2336882,2336882#msg-2336882
I am having a junkyard search for the rear for me and need to get them the right info. Doing a Car-parts search has the closest one 400 miles away.

The options that show up are 9" or 10" brakes. Does it matter? Keeping the stock MC, is the volume of the 10" brakes larger then the 9"?

Also can I utilize a rear with ABS? Or can I work around the ABS.

I am looking for the 3.45 gears since I am using a V6 trans out of a 94 Camaro. Would the 3.73 gears be too close to the 3.9 to make it worth the cost?

Are they all Limited-slip or do I have to check for it...

Ok last question. Since I can not locate one to look at which side is the short side that I need the extra axle from.

Thanks for any help in advance.]]> MG-Maxx MG Engine Swaps Forum Thu, 11 Apr 2013 22:26:15 -0500 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2336744,2336744#msg-2336744 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2336744,2336744#msg-2336744 Joe]]> jegliebe3 MG Engine Swaps Forum Wed, 10 Apr 2013 23:50:57 -0500 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2336132,2336132#msg-2336132 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2336132,2336132#msg-2336132 240 hp
255 lb-ft of torque at just 1250 rpm

I thought to myself, if you could find one of these wrecked somewhere, I wonder if it would fit in an MGB? It looked like it might be a bit too tall, but I didn't have any way to get measurements. Anybody seen this motor and know if it is even possible?]]> MGB Legacy MG Engine Swaps Forum Sun, 14 Apr 2013 15:11:58 -0500 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2335542,2335542#msg-2335542 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2335542,2335542#msg-2335542
Anyway, other than discomfort, is there any downside to this? My car shakes a lot anyways as it is 50 years old.

Thanks]]> dhen MG Engine Swaps Forum Tue, 23 Apr 2013 13:23:33 -0500 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2335376,2335376#msg-2335376 http://www.mgexp.com/phorum/read.php?40,2335376,2335376#msg-2335376


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