I am a little in a hurry, so I'll keep it short.
On Fri, 2 Aug 1996, Dave Gropper wrote:
> I just looked at a 1977 MG Midget. Some rear-end damage. 67K.
> rag-top has shrunk. Interior fair. Scuttle rusted through (also under
> the battery). Rubber bumpers heat distorted.
> Four questions:
> 1. What else should I look for???
RUST! Between the door and the front fender, at the lower end of the 4"
wide panel. Rockers/Sills, Lower end of the rear fender behind the wheel,
floors.
> 2. What's the approximate value ??
$ 4.95 :)
> 3. What engine SHOULD be installed. ??
1500 Triumph Spitfire engine. Listen for "death rattle" on startup of cold
engine.
> 4. Can the suspension be improved
Yes, but first it might need rebuilding. About $600 (for parts and
having shocks rebuilt and king pin bushings installed and reamed).
Ulix
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