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- Barrie Jones
MG Car Repair/Expert Profile
Expertise
MG Cars from 1949 to 1980 - Including MGB, MGBGT V8, TF1500, TF, TD and modern Midgets. I also specialise in SU carburettors, Lucas wiring, suspension, steering & brakes.
Experience in the area
I have owned my 1955 TF1500 since 1966. Technical specialist for the TD and TF with the MG Car Club T Register. Also owned 20 MGBs and currently own an MGBGT V8. Written books on MGs and produced a DVD on how to strip and rebuild the TD/TF gearbox.
Organizations
MG Car Club.
Education/Credentials
M Phil, C Eng, BSc (Eng).
Average Ratings
Recent Reviews from Users
K = Knowledgeability C = Clarity of Response P = Politeness| User | Date | K | C | P | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jim | 01/28/12 | 10 | 10 | 10 | |
| martin duce | 01/15/12 | 10 | 10 | 10 | thanks so much. martin |
| martin duce | 01/10/12 | 10 | 10 | 10 | thanks very much.will do this today ..... |
| Walter Szempruch | 01/05/12 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thanks, I will followup with detailed questions ..... |
| Walter Szempruch | 09/28/11 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes, this is a complicated question/answer. It ..... |
Recent Answers from Barrie Jones
2012-02-10 1975 MG won't start without starting fluid:
Hi Kim Sounds like stale fuel to me. Unfortunately, modern fuel (especially unleaded with bio-ethanol in it) contains all sorts of volatile substances which don't like being stored for 4-6 months. My
2012-01-25 vacuum/emission connections:
Hi David. Does this help? http://www.mossmotors.com/Shop/ViewProducts.aspx?PlateIndexID=29286 Also, remember that this system is basically the same as the 1500 Triumph Spitfire, so this may help
2012-01-23 mgb short:
Yes. All the items you listed are powered off the bottom fuse. Obviously, you should first check that the fuse has not blown. If it isn't the fuse, then the other side of the fuse is a thin BROWN wire
2012-01-23 Wiring Short in MGB loom:
Hi Jim. I would start by unplugging the alternator. If that stops the battery from draining overnight then you have blown one or more of the diodes in the new alternator. If you still have a drain
2012-01-11 mgb 1980 uk:
That all sounds good, Martin. If you remove the plugs from the engine for half an hour, that will allow any liquid in the cylinders to evaporate. Whilst out, clean the plugs with a dry cloth, then
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