At 6:28 PM -0400 10/8/00, MGALUVR@aol.com wrote:
>I am considering an 1800 CC MGB engine for my 62MKII MGA Roadster. From what
>I am told a 3 main bearing "B" engine will fit in the motor compartment just
>fine and mate up with the existing ransmission housing. Is this same thing
>true with a 5 main bearing "B" engine? Thanks in advance............Bill
There is a bit more work with a 5 main. The Backplate will bolt on,
but must be machined to accept the rear seal for the 5 main engine.
A 67 flywheel must be used, and must be redrilled and pinned to
accept the A clutch assembly. The transmission main shaft guide
bushing that fits in the back of the crank must be replaced. The
proper bushing is available from Moss and is found in the B
catalogue. you must obtain an electronic tach from an early B.
Depending on which engine, water pump and fan you use, you may have
to relocate the radiator a bit.
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Bob Shaw
Check out Shaw's Garage at http://www.mlcltd.com/shawsgarage/
My British Car is NOT leaky - it's merely marking its territory.
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