Product Description
- Paperback: 208 pages
- Publisher: The Crowood Press Ltd
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 184797810X
- ISBN-13: 978-1847978103
- Product Dimensions: 19 x 1.3 x 24.8 cm
Everyday Modifications For Your MGB, GT and GTV8
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MG expert Roger Parker gives his advice on maintaining and modifying MGB, GT and GTV8 cars, with some additional reference to the MGC and MG RV8 models.
With safety information throughout, the book covers: regulations, insurance and market value for all models; routine maintenance; body and interior changes; brakes, suspension and steering; engine improvements for the original 1798cc B-series engine and other engine alternatives and finally, installing and updating electrical equipment and lighting.
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