My favorite way to buy cars is fresh from the pasture! I finally bought an fiberoptic camera to look down the cylinder bores (through the spark plug holes) before I even attempt to spray solvent down the cylinders. More often than not there is at least some surface rust on the cylinder walls and it requires tearing down the engine anyway. Sometimes there is an amazing amount of rust, even if the engine was completely closed. The other thing I've run into will be stuck valves, esp. the ones that were left open and the stem rusted. Barring the engine over without checking the valves could force stuck things and you could break the rocker arms. (ask me how I know!) I don't live in the UK but its just about as damp (PNW, US), so I've gotten to the point I just plan on tearing the engine down and disassembling for at least a cleanup, new seals, etc. Even if you were able to get the engine free and even running, you will probably do more damage and could actually ruin a repairable engine. Thanks for the video, I'm about to tear down an MGB for the first time, it really helps to see it done first.
I went through the same issue with that center head stud when removing the head from my MGB. The head stud hole in the head is actually smaller on that stud only. There's no locating dowels on those engines and that smaller hole is how they located the head fore and aft.
Great walk through. Its encouraging to see folks doing what is generally regarded as a "big job" with relative ease, allbeit a fiddly endeavor as you show. I keep meaning to do the same on my 1972 MGB just as a maintenance thing really (as I don't know when the gasket was last changed), but I worry I'll make things worse. I'd love to see the "next weeks video", but I dont see it listed yet. Perhaps you've not had chance to film it.
Thanks very much, unfortunately we have had really poor Internet for a few months and not been able to upload any new videos, we have also sold the mg on since. I do have a little bit more content still to edit and upload and I'm sure it won't be long until we have something else to work on.
Hello, loved watching your video very informative. Just have a question for you, I own a '78 mgb and the problem is one of the cylinder is not working and the plugs are black. Any advice will be greatly appreciated. Thank you.
@@vintageautomobilia mine was parked on a garage for 32 years and I had to leave her outside for 6 months in a very humid State in America. Caused a bit of surface corrosion
My favorite way to buy cars is fresh from the pasture! I finally bought an fiberoptic camera to look down the cylinder bores (through the spark plug holes) before I even attempt to spray solvent down the cylinders. More often than not there is at least some surface rust on the cylinder walls and it requires tearing down the engine anyway. Sometimes there is an amazing amount of rust, even if the engine was completely closed. The other thing I've run into will be stuck valves, esp. the ones that were left open and the stem rusted. Barring the engine over without checking the valves could force stuck things and you could break the rocker arms. (ask me how I know!) I don't live in the UK but its just about as damp (PNW, US), so I've gotten to the point I just plan on tearing the engine down and disassembling for at least a cleanup, new seals, etc. Even if you were able to get the engine free and even running, you will probably do more damage and could actually ruin a repairable engine. Thanks for the video, I'm about to tear down an MGB for the first time, it really helps to see it done first.
I went through the same issue with that center head stud when removing the head from my MGB. The head stud hole in the head is actually smaller on that stud only. There's no locating dowels on those engines and that smaller hole is how they located the head fore and aft.
Very good job, and a very clear presentation of the work. Cheers Bob
Thank you! More coming soon
These are great platforms to work on. I got mine running after sitting for 32 years in 2020
Pretty bullet proof the old B series, can't wait to hear it run again!
@@vintageautomobilia keep it up, great camera presence. Thats the hardest thing to get town when making vids in my opinion
Thank you! We've done a bit of TV work before, I think UA-cam is scarier!
Great walk through. Its encouraging to see folks doing what is generally regarded as a "big job" with relative ease, allbeit a fiddly endeavor as you show. I keep meaning to do the same on my 1972 MGB just as a maintenance thing really (as I don't know when the gasket was last changed), but I worry I'll make things worse. I'd love to see the "next weeks video", but I dont see it listed yet. Perhaps you've not had chance to film it.
They're great cars to work on, don't be afraid to give it a go. We havnt had a chance to get back onto the MG yet but will be soon
Great job from Sunny and warm California USA. :)
Hi are you planning on doing any more videos on the mgb??? Very enjoyed watching them
Thanks very much, unfortunately we have had really poor Internet for a few months and not been able to upload any new videos, we have also sold the mg on since. I do have a little bit more content still to edit and upload and I'm sure it won't be long until we have something else to work on.
Looking good! Can't wait to see your next video
Hello, loved watching your video very informative. Just have a question for you, I own a '78 mgb and the problem is one of the cylinder is not working and the plugs are black. Any advice will be greatly appreciated. Thank you.
Very pleased to of come across your channel dear boy, consider me subscribed 👍🍻
Thank you! More content on the way ASAP!
Part 4?
Great video, thanks!
Ouch, was the car left outside for extended periods of time?
We think it was left under a car port type shelter, its pretty solid despite its looks, been dripped on for years by condensation
@@vintageautomobilia mine was parked on a garage for 32 years and I had to leave her outside for 6 months in a very humid State in America. Caused a bit of surface corrosion