Larry A Hoy writes:
> Today I spotted a 1974 MGBT in a car lot, stopped to look. It is
> complete, but way over priced when the rust is considered. I have a
> question for the list about engine numbers. The VIN is GHD5UE360060G
> this appears to be correct for a 1974, but the engine is 18CK-WE-H 8793.
> My guess is the engine isn't even a MG engine.
>
> Any comments?
Yes.
What your eyes interpreted as "18CK" was probably "18GK", which puts it
sometime around '70-'71 I think. "H" means high compression, which is
right for an 18Gx engine. I don't remember what "WE" means.
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Todd Mullins
Todd.Mullins@nrlssc.navy.mil On the lovely Mississippi (USA) Coast
'74 MGB Tourer with 18V-something-or-other...
(witty quote here)
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