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Re: 3 bearing vs. 5 bearing MGB?

To: Mark Davidson <mrdavidson@sympatico.ca>
Subject: Re: 3 bearing vs. 5 bearing MGB?
From: Susan and John Roper <vscjohn@huntnet.net>
Date: Mon, 27 Sep 1999 19:32:30 -0500
Mark, the 3 main was less stout than the 5 main, hence the change, but the 3
main can make more power due to less frictional loss.  The basic problem is
crankshaft whip at high revs.  Its not accurate to call it a lemon.  Many T
series and MGAs are running around on 3 main engines.  John

Mark Davidson wrote:

> I am looking at a '64 MGB with a 3 bearing motor.  I have, however, just
> been asked by somebody in the local MG Club, "...why a 64?  Has the engine
> been replaced... the older 3 main was a lemon."
>
> Can anybody share their views on the 3 bearing vs. 5 bearing engine?  Any
> particular headaches with one over the other?  Anything I should be careful
> to look for in the 3 bearing engine before I buy?
>
> Thanks,
> Mark
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