Nnnmgb v8 conversion booklet

This edition includes alternative engines to the rover such as the ford 302. Mileage on car is 87,332 but engine andtrany was converted at 80k, o mileage on engine andtrany is 7,332. Mg began offering the mgb gt v8 in 1973 utilising the aluminiumblock 3528cc rover v8 engine, first fitted to the rover p5b, and subsequently used in the abody platform buick special, oldsmobile f85 and pontiac tempest. Chevrolet s10 truck v8 conversion manual unabridged edition by mike knell author, eric heinitz editor 4. It used the rover 215 aluminum v8 that actually weighs about 40 pounds less than the 4 cylinder. This guide will assist you in making a seamless ls engine swap. After all, it was designed to accommodate a v4 engine that never got to production. We carry a comprehensive range of mgb mechanical parts and rover v8 engine parts we are pleased to quote for your specific requirements. For 45 years, advance adapters has designed, engineered, and manufactured unsurpassed powertrain and 4wheeldrive after market products.

When you install a jeep speed shop kit in your jk, you get a perfect fit and the best performance possible. With improvements in power, fuel economy, reliability and broad range driveability, there is nothing like an xj with a gm v8. The 5speed gearbox should be used for the conversion as the mgb 4speed will not give a low enough final drive and the overdrive cannot take the torque of the v8 engine. Modified stock mgb rubber bumper crossmember with engine mounts. How to convert an automatic to manual transmission mobil. Its had just one minor problem in its first 625 miles. Given the availability of v6to v8 swap kits, replacing an anemic sixbanger with a firebreathing smallblock is practically a boltin ordeal. All conversions likely will experience slight complications during the course of the build.

On full power one side of the axle goes upwards, straightening the leaf spring, and the other side goes down, bending the spring. Mgb gt v8 conversion for sale enter your email address to receive alerts when we have new listings available for mgb gt v8 conversion for sale. Engine swap guide v8 conversion mini truckin magazine. V6 and v8 conversion kits, vn wiring, vp wiring, vr wiring, vs wiring, vt wiring, vz wiring kits. Anyone considering a v8 conversion into an mgb should make this their first purchase for their project. The cars were easily identified by their unique eggbox radiator grille, jensen alloy wheels, costello v8 tailbadge and hood with a round bubble to accommodate the carbs.

This service is provided so the home builder can focus on building and not inventing or getting inaccurate advice. Chevy s10 v8 engine swap project car craft magazine. This flared and bumperless example is v8 powered tire shredding machine that and rides on wheels straight from the transam racing catalog and is just about perfect. We sponsor the annual british v8 meet to support the efforts of all conversion enthusiasts. Conversions, whether for competition or for pure pleasure, are a passion of ours. Rpi engineering v8 engine carburation and fuel injection.

Swapping the v6 engine in an s10 with a v8 can be done by using the existing configuration inside the engine compartment. The frame brackets bolt into existing holes in the frame so you know the engine will have clearance for accessory drives. Radiators most v8 swaps will require a new heavier radiator to handle the v8, fortunately there are several companies which make conversion radiators that fit right into the stock jeep grille. This car is based on a rhd 1971 mgb professionally rebuilt and upgraded in england in 2001 using a new heritage body to its current v8 specification. We offer oil pans for the 4wd v8s10 as well as the oil pan. Various transmissions options are discussed including the rover lt77 5speed and the.

This meant fabricating, reusing, and calling friends for parts. As can be seen in the table above, the conversion from a 4 or 6 cylinder engine can add up to 284 pounds to the front of the vehicle. No one groaned, no one jeered, and no one was offended, so clearly we were on to something. Customers would supply the car which ken and his mechanics would convert using a rover p6 engine and standard mgb gearbox. The ultrasmooth action of the fivespeed gearbox is an instant benefit. Since every ls engine swap is a little different and there are lot of choices to be made, you can use this guide as a reference for ideas and part numbers as you move through the process. All in an oem equipment package and customized for your jk. Gm ls engine swaps are prettymuch the goto power up option for nearly every. At the time, the sweet spinning engine was the lightest massproduction v8 in the world, with a dry weight of only 144 kg, and was about 27 kg lighter than its 4. At the time, the sweet spinning engine was the lightest massproduction v8 in the world, with a dry weight of only 144 kg. Get your conversion kit from the shop that professionals turn to for ensuring emissions compliant v8 engine swaps. Itas not over for us when the v8 conversion is done.

It will be driving me back and forth to work 15 miles each way. You dont have to cut a hole in the floor, there is plenty of room, but you do have to cut about 4 or so inches out of the front part of the tranny crossmember mount not the crossmember. Why choose hemi conversion kits from the jeep speed shop. Avoid expensive mistakes and pitfalls and end up with a car that performs, handle and brakes superbly by following the detailed advice compiled over many years by mgb expert. Restoring an old car which has rotted out and has a seized engine, hardly makes good economic sense. The is an excellent source of information, and the perhaps the best book to read for those contemplating doing a v8 conversion is how to give your mgb v8 power by roger williams. Mg mgb gt v8 factory originals technical v8 conversion in. Big tube, angle plug, long tube and ceramic coated, we have you covered. The rover v8 is a logical power unit as it was also the engine in the mgb gt v8, so this engine now carries mg badges. This kit will now enable you to bolt in a small block ford 302 5.

Just in time for spring cruise ins and club meets or just long drives. The following list shows our products for the mgb v8 conversion. The 944 has become known as the production car that was precrashed from the. Leaf springs arent suited to the torque of a v8 engine. It traded sunshine for torsional rigidity and a small back seat. Great opportunitycalifornia car no rus, o body fill. Chevrolet s10 v8 engine swap chevy high performance. V8 powered 1977 mgb roadster this 1977 mgb roadster is powered by a fuelinjected ford 302 v8. Explore 6 listings for mgb gt v8 for sale at best prices. In the case of a big block, the engine and transmission are actually offset. Jeep v8 conversion guide chevy ford dodge engine swap.

We wanted to see exactly how cheap we could swap an ls into an older fullsize gm car for and what other items needed to be considered. This barcode number lets you verify that youre getting exactly the right version or edition of a book. Those v8 chaps at rpi engineering have been delving deeper into those locked out efficiency gains inherent in the stock mg rv8. If the old engine has already been removed, you are nearly ready to mount the v8 in the engine compartment. You should already have the v8 engine on an engine hoist. Alternators, ignition systems and spark plugs aluminum v8. Mgb v8 conversion for sale in staten island, new york, united. V6 to v8 engine conversion for a chevy it still runs. Anyway i take back all i said yesterday about the triumph stags overstated cooling problems compared to the mgbv8 one hg failed today on my stag factory 3. I converted a 1970 gt with parts from a factory v8 that had been written off in an accident. Illustrated guide of over 200 pages written by mike knell shows how to install a small block chevrolet v8 into 19821993 chevrolet s10 trucks. Ask to see a history of the car and look for unique costello.

Buy this 425 horsepower v8 powered mgb gt and commence hoonage. It also features a chevrolet 5speed transmission and 15. Over the past few years ive built or had a hand in building at least six mgb v8s. He saw the opportunity for the mgb engine bay to accommodate a bigger engine. This still leaves the rear mounting hole in the bracket to work with. Mg mgb v8 conversion beautiful classicsellingat low reserve. Conversion being performed by master craftsmen ted lathrop and terry seneker of fast cars, inc, wayland, michigan. Its not unknown for homespun conversions to be passed off as kens work. The car is powered by a ford 302 crate motor that produces 345 horsepower which is a lot more than the factory bseries inlinefour made. Great opportunity california car no rus, o body fill. The mgb gt v8 is extremely well supported by the mg car club with its own registrar and its as easy to repair and maintain as a normal mgb, plus parts supply is just as good. An excellent condition, all original, three owner 1974 gt. In car tuning culture, an engine swap is the process of removing a cars original engine and replacing it with another.

Chapter 1 from the s10 v8 conversion manual 14th edition. If youre converting an automatic to manual, you could come across some seemingly. V8 into s10blazer engine swap inabox kits have everything necessary for the transplant. The drivetrain consists of a ford racing t5 fivespeed manual transmission and narrowed chevy s10 10bolt rear end with a lsd and 3. I have a 98 s10 and have been thinking about dropping a v8 in it for the longest time.

An excellent condition, nonoriginal, three owner 1974 gt. Ken costello and the mgbv8, as told by robin weatherall. S10 2wd extended cab driveshaft alignment kit for 4cylinder, 6cylinder, and v8. Since the full rebuild the car has had one owner in england 1972 mgb v8 roadster. Chevrolet s10 v8 engine swap super s10 v8 power for your little truck. Our awardwinning history of innovation and expertise ensures we provide quality craftsmanship as we serve our customers with knowledge and integrity. Various transmissions options are discussed including the rover lt77 5speed and the gm t5. No one contemplating an mgb v8 engine conversion should start the project without reading this book, which is based on the real world experience of many owners and specialists who have reengined mgbs in the past. V8powered 1977 mgb roadster this 1977 mgb roadster is powered by a fuelinjected ford 302 v8. Ls swap kit for fbody 19821992 lsxltx swap the world. The mgr v8, now out of production, is most mg fans dream but prices for a good used example are beyond the average bank balance and due to the limited production run, are difficult to find. Anybody contemplating a v8 conversion will find the asking price money well spent as not only will reading this book help you decide whether you have what it takes to see the job through to its conclusion, but its guidance could save you thousands of pounds in avoided mistakes. The mgb gt v8 was one of those perfect matches of components it really was surprising it took a private entrepreneur, ken costello, to bring it to the market place. This has to be the ultimate mgb and certainly the car that mg should have built in period.

Email field should not be empty please enter a valid email address. This book also contains a short chapter on the v8 swap into the new body style. Although rover bought the design from gm, the casting technique and aluminum alloy was changed to solve the problems of the original engine. Take a look at this engine swap guide volume 1, with information on parts, transmissions, mounting, exhaust, rearends, cooling systems, fuel systems, and more for your v8 conversion, at mini. I rebuilt the engine some 35000 miles9 years ago retaining the original 9. The following article is the culmination of the summary of knowledge that novak and its customers have gained. Transmission crossmember and mounts for ford t5 5 speed.

Johns mga v8 project john is attempting the conversion of a mga to a buickrover aluminum block v8. This karmann ghia came from the factory with either a 1200 cc or 0 cc aircooled flatfour that made between 3449 horsepower and 6069 lbft of torque. Keith tanner of flyin miata how it was done this is a pretty heavily reengineered car. The answer was insert bell chime a v8 s10 chevy pickup. V8 conversion manual for chevy s10 trucks jtr stealth. Ford motorsport crate motors mg mgb ford v8 engine swap final drive racing wheel aluminum radiator limited slip differential. For those owners who would like a smoother response, improved torque and economy i recommend that you contact rpi international ltd. This chevy s10 sleeper is powered by a 94 lt1 and 4l60e. Headers, mounts, kits and more for your v8 s10 swap. Get your fbody on the road daily get your project on the road with this swap kit. The car was converted to chrome bumpers and has gone through several iterations, with a rover v8 that was swapped out for the stronger running ford unit as shown.

Feedback from customers over the last 9 years have led to this latest edition. The largest type 1 flatfour vw made was a 1600 cc and could only be increase to 22762322 cc with a. Minilites, and the interior, engine bay, and underbody photos are beautiful. Introduction mg began offering the mgb gt v8 in 1973 utilising the aluminiumblock 3528cc rover v8 engine, first fitted to the rover p5b, and subsequently used in the abody platform buick special, oldsmobile f85 and pontiac tempest.

Mike has performed literally dozens of v8 s10 engine swaps and has written a book that details all the major ambushes you will face when doing your swap. So, building a 1956 mg magnette v8, the early za magnette, powered by a 196070s classic v8 makes more sense. We are a member of the bmta british motor trade association, as well as maintaining memberships in the north american mgb register, prairie octagon mg club and the spurious mg v8 club. Mike wrote this is my third mgb v8 build, but the first one ive done with a 302. Below is our parts list specific to v8 conversions. Red rock offroad specializes in hemi and ls conversions into the jeep tjlj chassis. As a result of our continued interest in this conversion, we have developed new products and streamlined the process. Frame rails need not be reconfigured, and the gm lt and ls series engines are right at home in the 944. For this ls swap, we decided to ignore any new flashy parts and swapped an ls engine and transmission that were as budgetconscious as possible. The ax5 fivespeed manual transmission is standard with the 2. You will need transmission and motor mount adapters. British car conversions has gone through a major change, we now service kits for triumph from the supply of quality chevy v6 install kits and accessories and now offer a one shop store we supply everything from fuel tanks to radiators. Mar 10, 2014 there used to be quite a few race reports and stories about tseries mgs getting ford v8 60 transplants in hot rod and sports car magazines back in the 50s. To convert a standard mgb to a v8 to make a profit is not viable, but if the conversion is well engineered, the value of the vehicle is increased.

Five speed conversions mgb our 5 speed conversions provide everything you need to achieve modern day motoring comfort and performance. Aug 17, 2011 v8 axle and prop being fitted easily the most expensive part of the conversion. Ian the factory v8 has no bonnet lourves, but has a nicely sound and thermally insulated bonnet. The mgb gt was a hardtop version of the legendary mgb.

Mg bgt v8 factory car, 1975, rubber bumper model, 5 speed gearbox, black coachwork with original black cloth interior trim, a structurally sound example with only some tlc required notably on top seams, good performing v8 engine coupled to the 5 speed gearbox making it a joy to drive, vehicle has been. If you re reading this, you are probably considering swapping a v8 into your jeep cj or yj. Smallblock chevy engines have been shoved into everything from ford street rods to dixie chopper lawnmowers. The mga john is using was in extremely bad shape and probably would not have been saved otherwise.