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41. Sebring body kit update (score: 1): Author: "Simon Austin" <simon_mgb@hotmail.com>; Date: Sun, 27 Oct 2002 19:51:26 -0800; Hi Team, Thought I'd pass on some updates regarding the installation of my Sebring body kit to my V8 project. Background info: '77 "B" roadster, Rover 3.5 + 5-speed, stock "B" suspension but lowered; /html/mgb-v8/2002-10/msg00020.html (8,442 bytes)
42. Wheel sizes (score: 1): Author: "Simon Austin" <simon_mgb@hotmail.com>; Date: Tue, 03 Sep 2002 14:20:16 -0700; Hi Team, I need some help from anyone who's added aftermarket wheels to their cars. I want to try to avoid using spacers or adapters but apparently that's a problem sometimes for the MGB. I plan on u; /html/mgb-v8/2002-09/msg00005.html (7,776 bytes)
43. Re: Wiring routing (score: 1): Author: "Simon Austin" <simon_mgb@hotmail.com>; Date: Sat, 03 Aug 2002 11:47:06 -0700; Sounds like a great idea, Barrie. I'm curious as to how you are going to extend the harness to cover the extra distance. Are you planning on just making up an extra harness to go between the main one; /html/mgb-v8/2002-08/msg00002.html (8,264 bytes)
44. Automotive Books (score: 1): Author: "Simon Austin" <simon_mgb@hotmail.com>; Date: Thu, 22 Aug 2002 21:01:44 -0700; Anyone interested in a really great collection of automotive books and collectibles, check out: www.eautomobilia.com It's the on-line division of "Wilkinson's Automobilia" in Vancouver, BC. They've g; /html/mgb-v8/2002-08/msg00025.html (7,489 bytes)
45. Re: Wheel spacers (score: 1): Author: "Simon Austin" <simon_mgb@hotmail.com>; Date: Fri, 30 Aug 2002 09:41:09 -0700; I was at a wheel shop yesterday looking at rims for my project and they had a good selection of spacers available. Any shop in your area should have them. Unfortunatley, the biggest spacers (a bolt-; /html/mgb-v8/2002-08/msg00042.html (8,080 bytes)
46. Starters (score: 1): Author: "Simon Austin" <simon_mgb@hotmail.com>; Date: Mon, 03 Jun 2002 21:24:06 -0700; Need a little help here, team. What starter motors are been used on projects and drivers using the Rover SD1 and 5-speed in the "B"? I have the original SD1 starter with the solenoid on the side but; /html/mgb-v8/2002-06/msg00012.html (7,238 bytes)
47. Re: V8 installation (score: 1): Author: "Simon Austin" <simon_mgb@hotmail.com>; Date: Sat, 15 Jun 2002 21:07:35 -0700; Just had my engine in and out again and the column was out but can't see it been a problem if it's in. I have the RV8 headers so can't comment on the block huggers (for the record tho', my headers w; /html/mgb-v8/2002-06/msg00026.html (8,998 bytes)
48. Re: BOP Oil Pressure (score: 1): Author: "Simon Austin" <simon_mgb@hotmail.com>; Date: Tue, 18 Jun 2002 20:22:51 -0700; According to the Haynes manual I have for the SD1, the oil pressure is 35 psi (hot, @ 2400 rpm). This manual is for all Rover 3500's, 1976 to 1987. It would appear your pressure is pretty close to f; /html/mgb-v8/2002-06/msg00031.html (8,637 bytes)
49. Re: (MGB-V8) I'm in love. (score: 1): Author: "Simon Austin" <simon_mgb@hotmail.com>; Date: Tue, 25 Jun 2002 16:17:36 -0700; It's your lucky day. I'm doing the Sebring conversion on my "B" and have some info for you. I got my kit through the MG Owners Club in the U.K. On-line shopping available at: www.mgocspares.co.uk Ty; /html/mgb-v8/2002-06/msg00045.html (8,880 bytes)
50. Re: IT"S ALIVE (score: 1): Author: "Simon Austin" <simon_mgb@hotmail.com>; Date: Mon, 22 Apr 2002 09:00:08 -0700; Congratulations James, I can't wait until the day comes for me to hit the key for the first time. Nicely done! Cheers Simon Austin _________________________________________________________________ Jo; /html/mgb-v8/2002-04/msg00044.html (7,220 bytes)
51. Re: Where can I find Torque values? (score: 1): Author: "Simon Austin" <simon_mgb@hotmail.com>; Date: Tue, 23 Apr 2002 15:43:21 -0700; I found some of the torque settings you require in a "Haynes" manual for the Rover 3500 1968 to 1976 loaned to me by my engine re-builder. cylinder head bolts: 65-70 lbs/ft Main bearing cap bolts (o; /html/mgb-v8/2002-04/msg00054.html (8,604 bytes)
52. SD1 oil pump base (score: 1): Author: "Simon Austin" <simon_mgb@hotmail.com>; Date: Sun, 28 Apr 2002 17:30:55 -0700; Hi Team, I need some help with my SD1 oil pump. Dropped the engine into my MGB recently with the (hopeful) intention of being able to use the original Rover oil pump. The angle of filter attachment l; /html/mgb-v8/2002-04/msg00072.html (7,947 bytes)
53. Re: Lowering the rear of a rubber bumper car??? (score: 1): Author: "Simon Austin" <simon_mgb@hotmail.com>; Date: Fri, 08 Mar 2002 17:34:02 -0800; I used the "lowering blocks" available from Moss (check their catalogue) on my '77 Roadster. May not be the best but we'll see how it works when I've got her on the road. I know others who've had th; /html/mgb-v8/2002-03/msg00011.html (7,896 bytes)
54. Re: how heavy? (score: 1): Author: "Simon Austin" <simon_mgb@hotmail.com>; Date: Fri, 08 Mar 2002 21:30:15 -0800; I believe it's around 400 pounds with the gear-box attached (maybe that's optimistic but I'd think it would be at least that much). Good luck finding a friend to help lift. Simon Austin ____________; /html/mgb-v8/2002-03/msg00013.html (7,783 bytes)
55. Re: V8 rubber engine mounts ... again (score: 1): Author: "Simon Austin" <simon_mgb@hotmail.com>; Date: Sat, 23 Feb 2002 10:34:41 -0800; Good question, Larry. I'm at the same point myself with the mounts. I don't know if there is a right or wrong way for the bolt but I'm thinking if you want to mount the engine as low as possible (exc; /html/mgb-v8/2002-02/msg00038.html (8,103 bytes)
56. Camshafts & starters. (score: 1): Author: "Simon Austin" <simon_mgb@hotmail.com>; Date: Tue, 06 Nov 2001 23:00:29 -0800; Hi Team, Been watching the forum for a while and found it to be most interesting. Finally getting my Rover 3.5 taken apart and am in the position of having to replace the camshaft. Curious to know wh; /html/mgb-v8/2001-11/msg00006.html (7,434 bytes)
57. "Sebring" wheel flares (score: 1): Author: "Simon Austin" <simon_mgb@hotmail.com>; Date: Fri, 15 Jun 2001 22:51:31 -0700; Hi Team, Looking for info on where to get the "Sebring" wheel arch kit for MGB's. BL fitted them to a couple of MGC GT's they raced some years ago and I've seen them on some restored cars recently. A; /html/mgb-v8/2001-06/msg00017.html (7,004 bytes)

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