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02/08/2023
Core Plug Install

Recently, three brass core plugs on my 1955 TF 1500, directly under the exhaust manifold, began to leak. The other 6 brass core plugs still seemed to be watertight. The engine was rebuilt two years ago along with a final restoration of the front at that same time. So, I was reluctant to remove the […]

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01/01/2019
TD Curtain Compartment – The Story

TD’s as many know are wonderful little British cars, well-built yet challenging on some design matters. Two mains for the electrical system that will allow a wiring harness melt down before a fuse will blow. Single cylinder brake master cylinders, the most confounded oiling system for a four banger, suicide doors that really aren’t meant […]

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01/01/2019
TD Curtain Compartment – How To

A simple conversion, a big improvement – modifying the TD side curtain storageAdding a hinged top to the TD storage compartment is a big improvement and simple process, Following are two options. Materials: for modifying existing lid2- 1½” X 3″ brass or chrome plated hinges, reuse existing lid screws and finish washers.Material costs @ $5.00. […]

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01/01/2019
MGB Engine Interchange (Chris Nowlan)

One of the most frequently asked questions our sales department receives concerns the interchangeability of MGB engines. It seems that, while many owners are interested in fitting earlier, higher horsepower engines to their late MGBs, others are interested in installing later, low-mileage engines to their early cars. MGB engines were produced in five basic variations […]

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