Mg v8 forum com - Check us out on Facebook too! Mar 19, 2018 · Buying an MGB V8 MGB V8 – Body and Interior. 90-92 Ranger 4. Sep 13, 2024 · You should post on the "MG Engine Swaps" forum. Moss aluminum radiators copy the design of Ron Davis, at a fraction of RD prices I did a side by side a few years back of early model RD vs Moss units, and the tanks look about the same, the RD had prettier tig welding and a cooler-looking cap fill area, they both had the Mar 15, 2020 · James, To get back on to the original topic. 70 I am starting out on the restoration of a 1974 chrome bumper MGB GT V8 and wondered if anybody in the club has been down this road before and could offer some advice on local suppliers or services. Power will be from a Ford 302 from an 85 mustang running a Holley carb mated to a T5 from the same Mustang. 5 with an Edelbrock peformer manifold and a Webber carb. In addition to the MGB forum, post questions on the Motorsports forum and the Performance forum. Dec 22, 2019 · Done right with a full frame, a V8 Midget can be an awesome LBC with great power AND handling. Rear disc brakes are a great conversion. 8 rear. Bore was increased to 94. As with the case of the V8 Grille mount, these rear number plate mounts had no British Leyland part number. com Apr 20, 2022 · In reply to # 4495651 by fungusfoots Hello, I am in the process of completely rebuilding my 1978 MGB roadster. information, tech, specs, news and reviews for the MG ZT and Rover 75 classic cars including repairs, servicing, upgrades and the diy modifications on my own MGZT. Seen it. Two I've built and a 1994 MG RV8 I imported from Japan in 2009. 7 seconds and go on to a 125 mph (201 km/h) top speed. Too slow. 9L V8 with Frontline Mazda 5 speed. Best to get the engine in situ and get your tape measure out! May 25, 2023 · Is there a workshop manual that is specific to the V8 model? Seems to me it might provide an authoritative answer to the question of when to tighten the washer/nut for the V8 bushing. V8BB access for … Aug 23, 2012 · With the MGB, you have the argument that the cars are underpowered and a swap is an easy (well, everyone starting out thinks it is easy) solution. Jun 20, 2013 · Pieces of Eight! has provided gas-charged bonnet & bootlid strut kits for the MGB/MGC and hatch kits for the MGB/GT-MGC/GT since 1996. I have flushed it and the car several times and no sign of rust. is 275 lbs. Oct 24, 2024 · The only info I have on MGB and V8 conversions in the Phoenix area is that unless you are dealing with a very well known, obviously substantial shop, you may well lose your money and your car. The column penetrates the firewall lower than on the '73 in order to miss the V8 exhaust header and to line up with the steering shaft from the rack. 1, or later FWD versions of the same engine. 7" bore Rover block with a set of Ford pistons) backed it up with a GM T56 6 speed. MG MGB and MGB GT Technical Talk . We have recently added MG Midget bonnet and bootlid kits to inventory. FidanzaFW. Current clutter: 1957 MGA-Jamaican, 1958 MGA Twincam (race car), 1962 MGA Deluxe Coupe, 1971 Jensen Interceptor 2009 Pontiac Solstice GXP Coupe, 2007 BMW Z4M coupe Recently departed: 1965 Jensen CV-8, 1969 MGC roadster, 1969 Lamborghini Islero S Nov 9, 2023 · The original GT V8 mounts were pressed steel, similar in shape to Clive's cast Aluminium ones. I believe my problem is the coil and ballast resistor, in wire harness. 4L V6 is I believe it is easier than the 2. Piper 285. Threads in Forum: V8 Forum: Forum Tools : Rating Thread / Thread Starter: Last Post: Diagnostic tool for MG ZT V8. Dec 16, 2024 · Quote: Are the templates for Rover V8 exhaust through the wheel wells the same as for a Ford V8?. 9. The V8's 137 hp (102 kW) and 193 lb⋅ft (262 N⋅m) of torque allowed it to reach 60 mph (97 km/h) in 7. Moss supercharger, 8 psi boost, supercharger camshaft, Anti-Detonation Injection, 123 Bluetooth distributor, air conditioning, wideband air/fuel meter, boost gauge, four synchro transmission, tube axle, four wheel disc brakes Dec 1, 2024 · 1970 MG MGB V8 Conversion 1973 MG MGB GT V8. Dec 9, 2007 09:01 PM. 26th October 2024 04:17 by Rich in Feb 4, 2021 · MGB & GT Forum. Fantastic machine. , were presumably developed, and carried out with the benefit of 20 years of hindsight, and motor vehicle design advances, since the original V8 MGB was introduced, so using this benefits the more modern alterations 1969 MGB V8 Roadster. Contact Support Dec 8, 2023 · Ray Green (who posts to this forum and has a Z series V8 Magnette project car in New Zealand) visited me recently and although it rained all day, I was able to take him for a brief spin in the coupe around my neighbourhood. 7l Chevrolet Sep 18, 2024 · Welcome. This MG is anextremely solid NO RUST example, run, drives and handles very well. Oct 23, 2017 · Toyota boxes have long been popular for MGB-V8 swaps in Australia, and the article provides their respective gear ratios. 1 engine P6 and eldenbrook 4 barrel. The Contact as far as I recall is Mark Jones (mowog73@gmail. radiators (same outside dimensions same core size but different inlet and Jan 31, 2024 · These are sold as suitable for a MG V8, but the air requirements might be greater than the original car demanded. Oct 1, 2024 · What makes this unusual ( I have a 67 GT sitting next to it ——Grandpa —— that is equally rust free) is the fact that the car is a V8. I would like it to fit without any hood modifications. In reply to # 4875569 by MG Unlimited Totally AI. Herb Mai entered an MG-V8 at the Buffalo Bill Hillclimb (near Golden Colorado) in 1955. If so, then, no, they don't use the same pads as a normal MGB. (How-to tips for new users too. Dec 24, 2018 · Hi guys, I’m nearing the end of my rover 3. There is also an informal club for Modern MG owners, including RV8s, there is no membership fee involved. By the early 80s most of those were quite rusty like any other MGB in England. 4 stroke with a 3. "I have AAW loom for V8 conversion but the alternator wiring refers to a GM alternator whereas I have a genuine Rover alternator - I belie Sep 26, 2013 · My first thought is that there was a change from the engine mounting brackets used on the original MGB V8 (which I bought without giving it a great deal of thought) to those used on the RV8. Please read on below for some great posts covering the basics of MGB engine swaps. Apr 2, 2024 · I have a 1980 MGB in very good shape. Selling advice too. Not necessarily - engine location and header design won't be the same. So far its working out well, but I had envisioned that the surface would be more rough, instead its a smooth hard finish. Oct 28, 2024 · Hi Lloyd As a matter of interest does your MGB GT V8 still retain the 2 black plastic contoured rear number plate mounts. The RV8 calipers are 4-pot and thus they use larger pads. Buick 215 iV8 s 318 lbs. The car sits around 100-110c at idle and can quickly get to 120 when driving, I haven’ Oct 24, 2024 · The only info I have on MGB and V8 conversions in the Phoenix area is that unless you are dealing with a very well known, obviously substantial shop, you may well lose your money and your car. There are many kits out there in the $1500. carbs, Rover Hotwire & Holley Sniper fi. com. I have an instagram page for it so far and have nothing but positive response to it. 0 is the better version. 3500cc · Petrol · 17,918 miles · Manual · 5 speed Feb 25, 2013 · The MG will still be having a Lexus V8 I hope. Sign In Create Torana XU1 vents, frenched indicators & Mk1 rear lights. Looking forward to this one! Jul 22, 2024 · When you've been Searching for a way to make your MGB (and other British Car Models) Fast, Reliable, and Keep it Lightweight, our V6 Engine Conversions start at 220 lb-ft of torque and weigh 20-50 pounds Less than the stock MGB Engine! Double the power produces a 0-60 around 6 seconds and on average, many find that the conversions offer a Aug 10, 2018 · RV8 modifications, that appear on the 70's factory cars, particularly the through the fender exhaust, block hungers etc. Dec 2, 2024 · Hi, I'm trying to get a V8 engine to run that I have removed from my car it has the standard v8 SU set up I have the carbs gravity fed at the moment, the engine runs for 2 seconds on easy start but won't continue does anyone know if the carbs need the pressure from the fuel pump to push fuel up to Sep 14, 2014 · I have spoken to people who do this conversion at MGB Hive where I get a lot of my parts from, and they use the same expansion bottle as I am using, but they use the V8 rad, the only difference is where the inlet/outlet ports exit on the rad, the core is the same as the rad that I have, only mine is a standard rad turned 90 degrees to achieve Dec 9, 2007 · 1975 MG MGB V8 Conversion. Funny enough both were pulled from an unfinished MGB V8 conversion. 5 converted roadster and am having some cooling issues. 123. Paul Bedigo entered an MG-V8 at SCCA's March AFB race in California on November 7, 1954. No way would I use the rubber bumper car just because it is easier to put a V8 in. 9, 4. 5 MGBGT, Buick 215, T-50) Oct 2, 2024 · I note your V8 is a relatively late chrome bumper model identifiable by the registration ( number plate ) lamps being in the rear bumper rather than the overriders. Oct 19, 2014 06:04 AM. Apr 30, 2019 · I suspect very few on this forum (MGB & GT) have ever looked at the photo gallery section of British V8, but you will find over 200 MGB's that have had engine conversions, the majority of which besides the photo's give detailed description of engine, transmission, cooling, suspension and rear axle modifications and how they were done and what I know this is not the most popular thing to do to a midget but I am putting a v8 in a mg midget. 8 ends for small 9" bearings and stock short axles with 1/2" off ends and bearing surface turned . 'Worked' Rover V8 with Monsoon ECU for EFI. 9L Rover V8 back together for a winter conversion project and am looking for advise on oil filter mounting options. 5 rover engines so is it a good choice or should I look for another 3. Oct 13, 2017 · 88v8 Ivor Duarte Gloucestershire UK (1050 posts) Registered: 02/11/2010 04:29AM Main British Car: 1974 Land Rover Lightweight V8 Photos of MG Midget, MGA and MGB V8 and V6 Conversions. As you're on the other side of the Atlantic, your engine choices will vary to those we have on this side. 9/4. Other than a new 34/11 ring gear and pinion or finding an MGC or an original MGB GT V8 axle that seem to as rare a rocking horse ****. 0, 4. I've browsed the pinned FAQ and looked a bit at some of the vendors mentioned. 5 Mar 25, 2024 · To post a question about your car, please start a new topic in the Tech Forums. 1977 MGB V8 / 1970 MGB GT V8 project Rover 3. 0 V6 had the lightest 8. 07 or close ( 34/11 from the UK ) rear end. Especially concerned about sheet metal modifications, structural mods and all other considerations as pertains to my 1967 GT. My options seem to be a remote filter as per the original MGB V8 with bits I found this on Wikipedia under "Rover V8". Nov 10, 2019 · I have my 3. & it ALL FITS UNDER A STOCK MGB BONETT!!!! I will not use a carb when I build a MGB V8 for I get 5 mpg better fuel mileage & better H/P. Oct 20, 2007 · The V8 Owners Forum - Thanks for your comments, funny you should mention it but, I have just bought the MGB V8 inlet, trousers and carbs for my conversion on ebay! Mar 21, 2013 · Forum Related Information; ↳ Area For Testing Only (please do not start topics) ↳ Forum Rules For V8 Owners Forum; ↳ Forum Donations And Gold Membership; ↳ Forum Faults; ↳ Forum Advertising/Sponsors Required; ↳ Latest Forum News; ↳ Forum Merchandise; General Chat *** V8 ONLY *** ↳ Your Garage Scene; ↳ General Chat Area; ↳ Jul 14, 2021 · This 1974 MGB GT is finished in Nissan Brickyard Red over black vinyl and is powered by a 266ci Oldsmobile V8 paired with a Rover five-speed manual gearbox. Mar 20, 2024 · FWIW, In the last 40 years of building MGB & GT V8s & putting OVER 1 mill. The problem at the moment is motivation, I am really, really struggling to get to grips with welding and because there is so much to do I haven't worked on it much since my last pic post apart from remove the inner wheel arches ready for tubbing and finish stripping the arches (I reckon I have 1973 MG MGB GT (RARE DAMASK RED) 1890cc · Petrol · 107,000 miles · Manual · 4 speed Dec 2, 2024 · Hi, I'm trying to get a V8 engine to run that I have removed from my car it has the standard v8 SU set up I have the carbs gravity fed at the moment, the engine runs for 2 seconds on easy start but won't continue does anyone know if the carbs need the pressure from the fuel pump to push fuel up to Mar 30, 2023 · The MGB-V8 bushing has a steel spacer in it so I am presuming that 50 ft-pounds is a good number. 9 TVR AND IT HAS 4 WL DISCS MUCH PLEASURE AFTER 4 YEARS OF WORK IF YOU WOULD LIKE Nov 6, 2012 · ian. Dec 8, 2024 · 1977 MG MGB V8 Conversion. We are kno Nov 14, 2012 · Pieces of Eight! has provided gas-charged bonnet & bootlid strut kits for the MGB/MGC and hatch kits for the MGB/GT-MGC/GT since 1996. Feb 25, 2023 · MGB 302 V8 Install Kits, V8 Installs, V8 Conversion Parts, Restorations, Fiberglass Body kits for the MGB and MG Servicing. Purists beware! Sep 13, 2012 · As much as I love the Buick/Rover V8 swap, I would think real hard about the 3. (Please keep ads out of the other forums!) see if your messages/attachments are posting properly. Dec 3, 2024 07:11 AM. For discussion of anything with a throttle that isn't an MG. It's 1977 btw. I find I am burning up points. Jun 14, 2007 · Original MG V8 cars are scarce, expensive and slower than one would like. 0 mm (3. 5 is not one of the better motors (3. - Rover 3. I would want to put a modern engine and drivetrain in the car - V6, V8, and I have heard of some 4 cylinder engines as well. The split pins for securing the pads are significantly larger than the normal MGB also. MG Sports Cars engine swaps and other performance upgrades, plus "factory" and Costello V8s Go to: Forum List • New Topic • New User Registration • Log In • Reader contributions keep BritishV8 growing! create a diary for your project and show us your progress, with up to 100 photos! Classified Ads: Swap Parts Here! buy, sell, or trade - cars, parts, tools, etc. 18GB +40 balanced. For discussion of all post-Abingdon MG cars, such as the MG RV8, MG Metro, MG Maestro, new MGF, MGTF, Z series and MG6. 5 – 80) with minimal modifications and close the stock bonnet/hood without a hood scoop or power bulge! The kit includes: Modified Stock MGB RB Crossmember with engine mounts. kontrol. 13 degrees give the highest smoothest idle without pinging from accelerating around idle rpm. 9 conversion, which K&N supplied a panel filter for, and that strangled the engine and was binned, so I have more faith in the MGEX cohort than manufacturers and suppliers views!!! Feb 23, 2010 · Hi Guys, The Mantell Motorsport MGB 302 V8 Kit is finally here. LET ME KNOW MY LATEST UPGRADE IS THE ELECTRIC STEERING/ WHICH TRANSFORMS THE DRIVING EXPERIENCE THE V8 IS FROM A 3. , Florence, KY 41042 (6508 posts) Registered: 10/23/2007 12:59PM Main British Car: 1971 MGB Blown,Injected,Intercooled Buick 340/AA80E/JagIRS British V8 - 2014; British V8 - 2013; British V8 - 2012; British V8 - 2011; British V8 - 2010; British V8 - 2009; British V8 - 2008; British V8 - 2007; British V8 - 2006; British V8 - 2005; British V8 - 2004; British V8 - 2003; British V8 - 2002; 2001 MG V-8 Meet; 2000 MG V-8 Meet; 1999 MG V-8 Meet; 1998 MG V-8 Meet; 1997 MG V-8 Meet; Contacts Jun 8, 2021 · The build invoices show a MGB v8 rad purchased years ago and rather cheap at £90 so I'm suspecting the rad is past its best. I do not believe the RV8 had any significant Posts about forums written by steve livesley. Jan 5, 2025 · I'm considering the purchase of a 1976B with no engine. 4 V6 for the chrome bumper MGB. Then for grins I look at the generic "MGB" category. Thankyou Dec 2, 2016 · A momentary lapse of self-control on ebay resulted in me buying my ZA Magnette, an abandoned, partially dismantled restoration project. What are the options for a 3. If you're having trouble with your account or a feature of this website, click the link below to open a support ticket. As you may know, the Dunlop wheel has an alloy centre, chrome outer ring and the two are are joined by about a dozen rivets al Dec 25, 2024 · In reply to # 4880539 by retrosiast Hi Lloyd, My braken MGB GT V8 GD2D1 1107 was built on Dec 17 1973 which happen to be my birthday date but in 1938. Hey guys, any pictures of the brackets and the alternators on your rover or buick 215 conversions? I have a buck 215 with rover sd1 heads, i have a rover p5/6 alternator bracket (just like the origional alternator bracket) I have a 78 camaro delco alternator that i was going to use but the mounting feet do not line up for the bracket. So on RA's website, they have a "MGB V8" category, so I look at the pads there. 0 Liter V8 into your RB MGB (1974. Is there Sep 22, 2020 · Not_Anumber wrote: ↑ Mon May 16, 2022 9:08 pm Mike, many thanks for this. Jan 15, 2008 · The only mod to fit a Rover V8 and SD1 LT77 gearbox into a rubber bumper shell is a mod to the top of the gearbox tunnel directly behind the centre/radio console and a mod to the crossmenber. You need to cut out a section of the tunnel roof and weld in a small box approx 1" high I don't have the width and length dimensions to hand at the moment Jan 22, 2018 · Back in 95 I built a 72 MGB V8 with a 4. To recap the story a bit, I got a phone call from young James a little over a year ago advising me to buy a factory V8 (if you don’t buy it I will). Next I had a tota In reply to # 3795263 by Chalky The RV8 is largely an MGB with a lot of the bugs fixed (and some new ones added). Its made from fiberglass and you can get it with the glovebox door, which I did. To post a question about your car, please start a new topic in the Tech A forum community dedicated to MG & Rover owners and enthusiasts. This is when I noticed an irritating rattle from the PS front door window. ) Our workshop notes packed with maintenance & spares tips for MGBV8s & RV8s. FORUM RULES - All Members, Read Before Posting: 2021-02-04 01:30 PM: Page 123 4. Is there MG began offering the MGB GT V8 in 1973 powered by the aluminium block/aluminium head 3,532 cc Rover V8 engine, first fitted to the Rover P5B. Dec 19, 2019 · The donor car is a chrome bumper 1974 MGB GT that I got at auction for a little bit of nothing. Tate, I am one of the few on this forum currently doing a SBC in my '75 MGB BlownMGB-V8 Jim Blackwood 9406 Gunpowder Rd. 4synch c/r box. There's a wealth of information on V8 conversions there. 4,006 Posts. 1977 MG MGB Additional Info: Beautifully done Professional V8 Conversion with Borg Warner V8 5 speed manual transmission. By making this a closed group we hope it will provide members of the V8 Register with another convenient forum for exchanging views and discussing topics whilst avoiding it becoming an uncontrolled "free for all" full of low quality posts Nov 18, 2020 · I asked the following over on Swaps but maybe over there no one uses a genuine Rover alternator so now time to ask you electrical folk here. com Jan 3, 2014 · My rad is a stock MGB/GT V8 made in England model. MG B GT V8 - 1975 Lot et Garonne (47) / Publiée le 17/01/2025 (Il y a 9 jours) Voiture immatriculée en 1975 et en ma possession depuis 2009, bon état quelques points de rouille toujours à l'abri dans un garage, compteur en miles, intérieur noir avec liseret bronze, je m'en sépare cause décès. British V8 2024 will be in Springdale (just north of Fayetteville) Arkansas July 8 -12, 2024. All V8s were home market cars. I have the Roger Williams - How To Give Your MGB V8 Power which is useful but he suggests adjustment at the engine mounts not on the remote or the lever. That doesn't really hold water with the MGC as the engines are available, durable, and already have a lot more power than the MBG does (and more power than the MGB GT V8 to boot). The wheels could be better and the 3. Meetings Overview; British V8 - 2018; British V8 - 2017; British V8 - 2016; British V8 - 2015; British V8 - 2014; British V8 - 2013 Mar 20, 2024 · FWIW, In the last 40 years of building MGB & GT V8s & putting OVER 1 mill. FORUM RULES - All Members, Read Before Posting: 2021-02-04 01:30 PM: Page 12 3 4. They do have a good reputation though. GM4L60E, Lokar tiptronic We also welcome MG V8 enthusiasts who are members of overseas clubs that are affiliated to the MG Car Club. You should expect to find rust in a car with an original body, and the most critical area to assess are the sills and their inner central membrane. 9 V8 Oct 28, 2007 · Then I cut the left hand firewall panel out of the donor car and welded in the '73. Feb 23, 2021 · Larry, the reason I have stuck with the 3. 5/3. com or visit www. 5 L engine, was used in several Land Rover vehicles, TVRs, and the MG RV8. 0 Rover V8. You can type 2025 of any car on YouTube and it will come up Nov 7, 2024 · Hello All, I have a 1977 MGB V8, Buick 215 conversion. My admitted confusion is if using the internal ballast resistor, what volt and ohm coil should be used? Or, sh Aug 30, 2010 · Bill, I can't speak for an easy V8 swap, but there's very little structural work to do to fit a GM 60* V6, like the 3. 1979 MG MGB GT V8 Conversion "Darkside" Sep 12, 2024 06: Oct 24, 2024 · The only info I have on MGB and V8 conversions in the Phoenix area is that unless you are dealing with a very well known, obviously substantial shop, you may well lose your money and your car. The MG RV8 brake system is a direct swap for the normal MGB brake Nov 30, 2015 · aspira wrote:Hi and thanks for the detailed response. This build will be Aug 15, 2023 · Pretty much they all work good, even the least expensive ones on Ebay, so it comes down to one you like the looks of more. I am looking for an install kit if possible and any tips and things I should look out for during the installation. Dec 12, 2024 · MGB & GT Forum. Fit standard MGB V8 rear leaf springs (avoid the parabolic springs for the MGB V8 at all costs) and fit them with MG Sports Cars; Triumph Sports Cars; Healey Sports Cars; Rootes Group Cars; Other British Makes; Race Cars & Motorsports; Drivetrain Issues; Handling Issues; Body / Trim / Interior; Classified Ads; Meetings. Burt Levy described an MG-V8 racecar "BritishV8 Forum / MG Sports Cars / MGB Roadmaster". 8, 3. Jul 27, 2024 · Any ideas I am rebuilding a MGB conversion with a 3500s 10. 5. You have certainly gone to town on yours with Hoyle's suspension conversions. Useful links. We re-did the brakes to use MGB front discs and spindles and installed a shortened Dana 44 with MGB rear drum brakes using a wilwood pedal assembly and bias bar, needless to say the MG V8 Workshop Notes MG V8 Book; MGB V8 Suspension modifications GM 215 Engine Identification Sources For Parts and Pieces MG V8 Articles MG V- 8 Registrar How It Was Done #1 (Jim Stuart, Gaithersburg MD, 77 MGB, Olds 215, T-50) How It Was Done #2 (Jim Stuart, Gaithersburg MD, 74. Purists beware! Dec 22, 2024 · Oil Pressure line routing? Which fuel tank ? Log in to post new content in the forum. I had it rebuilt (Photo 3) at Wildgoose Performance in Stoney Creek. forums, mg rv8 V8 Bulletin Board • View forum – V8BB Messages V8BB Registered User Account – a benefit for current members of the MG Car Club and V8 Register. Dec 23, 2024 · In reply to # 4880539 by retrosiast Hi Lloyd, My braken MGB GT V8 GD2D1 1107 was built on Dec 17 1973 which happen to be my birthday date but in 1938. Let alone for a reasonable price. This will now enable you to bolt in a Ford 302 / 5. A good, clean stock 77-80 radiator will certainly cool a 215/3. The car has been in my family for 34 years and I have been caring for it since 10 years Jul 6, 2024 · I believe you're referring to the MG RV8 brakes that we've discussed. The plan is to do a full strip down / rebuild over the next 2 years. Whether an MGB has a V8 engine or the four the most critical thing to assess when purchasing one is the condition of the monocoque/unibody. I pulled the Ford 5. Feb 3, 2024 · The fact you're asking about engine swaps means you'll fit right in with this group. So, I expect an axle swap should be your long term plan. 0L out of my Grandma's 1987 Lincoln Mark VII (Photo 2) after driving it for ten years. Just back from 1500 mile trip to Louisville, Ky and MG 2016 without a hitch. Additional modifications include a Ford 8″ rear axle with a limited-slip differential, a front chin spoiler, flared rear wheel openings, Wilwood front disc brakes, and 15″ Panasport wheels. Also the official Forum of the Canadian Modern MG Rover Car Club. If you choose the thinner rubber mounts which are available, there is no problem, with Clive's efforts. Apr 10, 2018 · For the MGB, there are suppliers for the previous generation Ford V8, the BOP/Rover V8 and the GM 60 degree V6. , well worth the extra $$$. Any idea of HP . Dec 7, 2024 07:24 PM. Maybe even rear disk brakes. More. From what I’ve read any mgb after 1976 is a straight swap and the mgb box fits on to a rover v8 and can be used. There certainly seems to be a reasonable amount of air between the shallow portion at the front of the sump and the top of the cross member, so I think mgb260 Jim Nichols Sequim,WA (2482 posts) Registered: 02/29/2008 08:29PM Main British Car: 1973 MGB roadster 260 Ford V8 Jun 3, 2024 · He purchased this car from an estate a couple years ago as it was converted to V8 power back in the 1950's but nothing else was really touched as far as brakes etc. MG 1275cc is 250lbs, 1500 engine weight. My car has never, ever had cooling issues. I called Dave Vale (V-8 Conversion Co. Sep 30, 2024 · Has anyone documented a rover V8 conversion for an early pre-1974 MGB? I have a ‘63 Buick motor, No gearbox as yet but I do have an 8. We drove out to take a look, a deal was made and the car went home to my garage. So I just wanted for this community to get a look at my built too. Jun 29, 2020 · Hi, looking for some help for my current MGB Rover V8 project. I was in my stock '79 MGB, also wearing a TN tag. Half a truth is often a whole lie. This will be our 27th annual event. Joined 18 years ago. Feb 14, 2009 · The Healy factory are known for being expensive. Jan 9, 2009 · A couple years ago I replaced my front brake pads with V8-Style pads from Brit-Tek, as part of a total brake system overhaul. 2,4. 1,212 Posts. . 5 Re: mgb alternative front seats for mgb gt For the purpose of this forum, 1972 MGB GT 5. Bought what he advertises as a reproduction MGB V8 dash from Andy Jennings Spares in the UK. The rack has to be rotated so that the shaft goes trough the late model motor mounts used with the V8. Oct 4, 2024 · Standard copper/brass MGB V8 radiator from Rimmers with electric fans. Given how cheap and plentiful Range Rover 3. mantellmotorsport. Driveshaft was only 11" long. So glad I was able to spend a bit of time with Dan & Christa on Thursday before the Townsend Fall Gathering & again on Sunday on the way back home from Townsend. This engine I think has more hp than other 3. Monte Coffee attended out annual British V8 Meet in Wytheville. MG Sports Cars engine swaps and other performance upgrades, plus "factory" and Costello V8s Go to: Forum List • New Topic • New User Registration • Log In Feb 18, 2024 · Of course there will. 5 litre V8 engine with twin SU carbs and an MG RV Dec 7, 2019 · In the UK it's pretty much impossible to find anyone who is prepared to split a V8 wheel to re-chrome/paint and reassemble. 8L V6 ) and a "Metric" oil pump head . MGB rear is good for up to 300HP. Announcements Last Post hide. 00 range. Feb 7, 2014 · Make sure you convert the front brakes to MGB V8 spec. If you are a do it your selfer I'll be happy to send you information on the rear disc conversion I have developed and save yourself a pile of money. 8 shortened Ford rear end. For further background information, here are two early articles about the Roadmaster Project:. I've owned 3 Rover V8-powered MG's. Fit a second one to the other side if you can fit one in. 5 / Rover 3. The car is running a recently rebuilt tight 3. It just fits better. 020 for Ford small 9" end. I posted about that under the mgbg gt forum Jan 4, 2013 · I have a '73 MGB I'm converting to a V6. He brought his 1972 Midget that he built around a Holman-Moody 289. miles on 3 different cars, I have run 2 & 4 bls. 9 conversion. What was the name and location of the British Leyland supplying dealer? My V8 was supplied by University Motors at their Balham location. Joined 6 years ago. Land Rover used a 3,946 cc (240. Im looking for any advice at all really what to look out for what to avoid etc any advice is greatly appreciated. Looks like the 4. Clive Wheatley says he is looking at getting the original MGB GT V8 inlet manifolds remade to go along with his remade MGB GT V8 plenums. Fit at least one engine steady bar between the passenger side cylinder head and the top of the inner wing as a minimum. Small details but annoying, none the less. Sep 26, 2016 · It really comes down to, "Can the V8 engine that you have selected, physically fit in the space in the Midget's engine compartment" In a few words, if your choice of a specific V8 (maybe a very early Ford V8 60 hp engine might fit) if you can even find one of these engines that were manufactured in the mid-1930's, 80 years ago might be okay. Jun 5, 2015 · The only problem is the 370 HP. 0 The 3. Mar 5, 2012 · In researching a certain famous Lester MG racecar this afternoon, I've come across three more MG specials with Ford 60 V8 engines. So that is what I will do. Use the search function to search all forums for a topic such as "cams", "porting" etc. Our online buying guides help you research MGV8s, check a car's history, check and test drive a car, negotiate a deal and buy safely. And there are great builder posts from Hap that you can find in here and in the Vendor forum. Jan 1, 2024 · The V8 Owners Forum - This year I’ll be converting my MGB LE to a 3. Oct 16, 2014 · 1975 MG MGB V8 Conversion. Come join the discussion about performance, troubleshooting, upgrades, maintenance, and more! Oct 2, 2024 · What makes this unusual ( I have a 67 GT sitting next to it ——Grandpa —— that is equally rust free) is the fact that the car is a V8. Crower cam and block hugger tubular manifolds into single 1 7/8” exhaust. 4l from a 93-95 Camaro. Classic or modern, import or domestic, cars, trucks, and motorcycles welcome. 8 (Buick 300 crank & heads 3. Apr 23, 2009 · Mike Young suggested I start a sticky in this forum to provide some basic info and links to various threads that would cover a lot of the same questions that get asked over and over about big-engine conversions. After a lot of hard use I'm looking at replacing them with pads from RockAuto. The car does not boil over and the expansion tank fills as it get hot then vents back to the system as it cools. You can narrow long side and use Moser 8. Is there Sep 18, 2021 · Hello Everyone I’m looking to put a rover v8 in to an mgb. MGV8 insurance valuations. Dec 25, 2024 · In reply to # 4880539 by retrosiast Hi Lloyd, My braken MGB GT V8 GD2D1 1107 was built on Dec 17 1973 which happen to be my birthday date but in 1938. ) in England & asked Dave if he could supply a set of R V8 headers & he had 2 sets built for me. Jun 7, 2017 · 350-500lbs with V8 engine quoted above- not. The BOP/Rover and the Ford 302 V8 engines are both great as well as ALL of these engines have swap parts and sources to make them as easy as possible for an MGB. When we designed it (I was part of the engineering team) we took advantage of the Rover parts bin as much as possible, so most of the parts can be found else where. I think the factory V8 was 137 hp, a 2 bbl 215 about 115 hp, and the RV8 about 177 hp, so that shows what the better heads and EFI intake do. I have a 3. Apr 27, 2011 · This site was started in 1998 as a one-page website devoted to the Webmaster's adventures with the first car he ever bought, a ragged 1966 MGB nicknamed "The Bomber". Looking at their site I spotted one of the owners is Gerry Hawkridge; I built one of Gerry's Hawk AC Ace replicas in the 1990s - B front and rear suspension, TR6 engine with a ported and polished head that gave some of the Cobra replicas a Nov 16, 2016 · I have read 2 books by Des Hamill and David Hardcastle on ignition and Rover V8 tuning in general. 8 cu in) version of the Rover V8 through the 1990s. Sep 26, 2020 · welded up and then covered by the adaptor plate for the MGB GT V8 plenum BHH988, so there was in fact no problem. Low Milage. Following these and extensive test driving I have setup the ignition at 13 degrees advancing to 28 degrees at 3200 rpm (maximum torque). Joined 17 years ago. So here are some pics, also questions are encoura Dec 25, 2024 · Progress has been slow. I have a new timing cover, (1980 Buick 3. com), and there are periodic distribution e-mails telling us about information they maintain on a Dropbox site. 6)I would expect at >30,000. Peter Burgess BVFR head. Head building expertise from Sean Brown at Flowspeed. car owner: photos: year: model: engine: transmission: Dan Beck: 73 1957 : MGA : Ford 302 V8 I've been lurking through this forum for nearly a decade now as I've slowly planned to complete my conversion of a 1979 MGB (Photo 1) to a V8. stewart Forum Contributor Posts: 2419 Joined: Sat Nov 18, 2006 1:59 pm Location: Far Far south, any further south and my feet are wet MGB & GT Forum. His blog of adventures, repairs, and piles of information he collected on the MGB eventually grew into The MGB Experience, and became the basis for The AutoShrine Network of automotive enthusiast websites. 50 years on and the cars are eligible for importing but have suffered greatly in the interim. Jan 3, 2025 · Dan & I became friends at the 1998 MG V8 meet in Annapolis, MD. I have now completely dismantled the car ready for body repairs and would like to fit an ex-Range Rover 3. The Roadmaster is currently on tour! You can monitor its progress from this message board thread: "BritishV8 Forum / MG Sports Cars / Roadmaster Events List". So I turned 86 a few days ago and just finished changing the clutch master cylinder on my car and crawled under to bleed the darn thing (needed almost one liter to expel all air). I have been looking for a radiator for the project and note that the specs for the radiators listed for the V8 conversion have the same specs as the stock 4 cyl. Feb 4, 2021 · The Dark Side: V8, V6 & 4 Cylinder engine conversions for MGB, MGA, Midget and all other MG models. Place battery in truck and difference of engine weight becomes about 20 lbs replacing 1500. If you are interested in the GM 60 degree V6, give me a call and I can talk to you about the various things possible and get a price list for your conversion along with what you will need in order to take something like this on. 3. Contact Rick at: mowog1@aol. 9 L Rover V8, a bored-out version of the original 3. Changing out gear ratios in an MGB/Salisbury axle is expensive and you're gonna want a limited slip differential one day anyhow. Oct 19, 2013 · IF I CAN HELP ANYBODY WHO IS WORKING ON A MOD MAGNETTE . Top Contributor. We arrived about the same time & I noticed the TN tag on his stock TR6. Part of the rebuild is installing a 4. I wish to install a small block Ford with a 5 speed manual transmission. Contact Pete at 217-649-7717 pete@mantellmotorsport. Jul 6, 2021 · Mk1: CKD 11/66 first registered 8/5/67; owned since 3/77. On mine, I had to replace the motor mount ears on the frame, remove the tranny mount ears, notch Jan 30, 2024 · On behalf of Wayne and Ralph, hosts for this year's British V8 show in Arkansas, I’ve posted the latest tentative schedule of events and other particulars as it appears on the British V8 website.
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