08/09/2026
I'm very happy with this one!
Last month this MGB GT came to me as a non runner after being sat in a dry store barn for 8 years and wanting to be put on the road again.
The first step was to check inside the bores to make sure they looked okay , which they did. Then made sure the engine turned over by hand.
Next step was to get it cranking, with a piggy back battery on it, you'd get a slow crank or just a click. Pulled the starter and bench tested it to find it wasn't working as it should, wasn't getting thrown out and had dead spots. New starter ordered and fitted. Very strong crank and had a spark too! Next noticed the fuel pump was no longer working, so a new one of those fitted. Drained the 8 year old fuel out and filled it with fresh. Boom, it runs!
Next step was to free up, clean and get all the brakes moving as they should, a nice easy job thankfully!
Noticed a tapping when the engine was running, so went through and adjusted all of the valve clearances which quietened it all down and had it running smoother!
Noticed when the engine had gotten warm that it got a bit hesitant. Tested the spark and saw it was getting weaker the warmer it got. Fitted new plugs and a new coil, absolutely transformed the car. Runs spot on and went straight through MOT! Absolute pleasure to drive and it was an absolute pleasure to have this one come through the doors!
5 ⭐ reviews on Google !
If you have any problems with your car / needing any maintenance with a service due etc please feel free to enquire via messaging me directly on here, or the WhatsApp number is ; 07939343497
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