Hi I worked for Porsche for 20 years and it is so nice to see people that can do all of the different parts of the engine boring aligning rods turning cranks most people today can't do SH!t. I am impressed Good luck.
I served my apprenticeship at Brighouse Cars in 1990 (which changed to West Yorkshire MG Centre) and I was trained as a classic car technician but my primary role was engine machinist and builder. I reconditioned and modified hundreds and hundreds of MG engines, including A & B Series and Triumph 1500’s. I loved my job and enjoyed creating fast road engines. The A & B series were a joy to work on, so simple to build and tune and with the right exhaust they sound great. Sadly the company I worked for closed down over 25 years ago and is no more, but I often wonder if there are still any of my engines driving round today.
“The” MGB rebuild video to watch-knowledge, patience, craftmanship, and pride on display. No music, off color jokes or comments, just a professional at the top of his game! Thank you!
Hi, thanks for viewing.. or customer didn't want to much of a spec'd up engine, just a good std so the cam fitted was very mild just to help with overtaking. But yes your correct best to up the compression with a 285
Greetings from the opposite side of the world...Nice to see a 'real' technician at work... all the really thorough stuff done, nothing slap-dash, no shortcuts... So many engine builders just want it out the door.
Jesus H. Mate. Found this by accident looking for some background on my TR7 engine...wow, you are a Master at work. Accuracy, experience. explanation. Absolutley no "chuck in a new part" here, all old school engineering, maths, tolerances, materials. Thank you.
Top rebuild and a guy that takes his time to do it properly , couldn't believe the swarf in the bottom end of original engine , wish we all knew who did this , would avoid them like the plague !
Greetings from across the pond (USA), James! I just found your wonderfully thorough and informative video. Thank you so much for making and sharing it. I bought my ‘73 roadster in 1975 whilst I was then attending university. Never once did I ever think of selling her. She only has 64,000 miles on her and I am presently in the final months of a full restoration just in time to celebrate her 50th birthday this year. Best wishes for much health, prosperity, and happiness in this new year, James! Cheers! Gene
Hi Gene, Thank you for watching and enjoying my video, wow you've done well to keep her for so long, they are a wonderful car , I bet you can't wait to get it back on the road.. all the best. James
I have the engineering skill of a mouldy house-brick, but this was fantastic! I actually understood most of it and can only admire the skill and knowledge in this reconditioning. Thank you 😊
One of the best, if not the best MGB engine rebuild videos on TH-cam! I learned a lot from watching, and appreciate the effort that was made to film it.
Owned 3 Triumphs and an MGB in the early 80s here in the states. Rebuilt the MGB engine and the one out of the 67 Triumph, man were parts a pain to get here. Also discovered too heavy of an oil in the dashpots meant they would not rev in cold weather lol Cool video, brought back good memories of working on the one I had.
@@graceenginedevelopments yes but at 78 yrs old its not as easy on the heavy stuff we have a 12 year old merc and a 10 yr old vitara both still going strong and looking and going great well maintained very much enjoyed the videos keep it up old skills are the best J c
Always check mains where they go in block and line bore if necessary. Like A series engines. As a youngster we would build engines and always destroy main bearings before we learned this. My first car was a tuned metro that revved to 8500rpm until the valves bounced, a 1.0 with a 1275 head and 40dcoe ( bought for £30 with manifold!) ....oh and an lcb exhaust. I'd fit as long duration cam as possible now and a 45....if only... then save up for the fuel...
@@graceenginedevelopments it was until mains went! 3 months for every 998 engine and the eventual 1275 lasted about 6 months before it started grumbling but that was standard apart from the 40 and lcb exhaust. My mates mother bought it in stock form and drove it for a few years, slower! I disconnected the oil pressure warning light wire! Naughty!
@@graceenginedevelopments btw do you know that you can buy single barrel side drafts that are like the dcoe? For straight inlet tract. I'd fit bike carbs. Keihin pwk40 ....£40 new for Chinese copies or jet ski carbs off eBay, upto 55mm!
@@graceenginedevelopments I descovered the single barrel dcoe equivalent on an abarth tuning site. They like to put a 36mm version on the 500 single port.
Top video, 2 extras I do when building these engines for road and race is to clearance the oil pump gears to o/e specs , and to clean out the internals of the new rocker shaft.
Thanks Robert.. yes I had the grub screws out of the shaft and cleaned when it first arrived.. and I also agree with you on the oil pump. Thanks for viewing
Don't have the slightest clue about how to fix engines, I'm a retired pilot, so rely on experts. I'm totally fascinated by your skills and have subscribed to watch more. I did have a 1970 MGBGT back in the day, thats my only claim to 'fame...' Thanks for sharing!!
MGB: Absolutely superb! I remember restoring my MGB GT 'a million years ago', taking the engine apart and putting it back together again! Your project bought back some fond memories I can tell you. And I take my hat off to you sir: Your attention to detail is second to none - there's a few so called engineers that could take a leaf out of your book and be better for it. Respect is absolutely due. Looking forward to watching your other videos. Nice one! 👏🏾👏🏾👍👍
Thank you for the nice comments, I'm really pleased you enjoyed our video. There are still some good engine reconditioners out there, and some not so good. Lol. Thanks again
fantastic attention to detail and a fascinating record of a top quality engine rebuild process. Had me captivated the whole way through.... thanks for posting
Although I commented already it is good to see the care that you put in. Don’t get too discouraged by subscriber numbers, it happens to a lot of creators. Suddenly viewer numbers explode.
@@graceenginedevelopments, a lot of younger people have never even seen inside an engine. I must admit my last car was remapped and the engine had never been apart. Your work is far more meticulous than most on here, I am sure you’ll get a lot of work as your channel is discovered.
Currently on castle rails, but once I get past the rust project and back onto mechanicals might just! Here’s one: timing wanders up to 10degrees (between 30 and 40 BTDC) on the crank at 3000rpm. I have retarded it so keep it less than 35 max. Worn dizzy driver gear ? After listening to the Silver jubilee idling in the other video, mine is much less uniform and has uneven, misfiring idle. There’s play in the electronic ign plastic connector on the end of the spindle - could it be a harmonic causing chatter? I have rebuilt, regreased dizzy and replaced vacuum to no avail. Will replace coil too next.
@@graceenginedevelopments thanks for entertaining a reply to a vague and complex internet post! Yep springs seem good but I should get another dizzy as I have nothing to compare with. Vac disconnected, revs down from 2000 to 1200 to 900 idle there is a definite step at 1200, which I guess is the springs pulling back the weights. It runs alright, but undulates at idle and chatters at high revs. Idles too low when cold but slowly rises to around 900 when warm. Cant wait to pull the engine out and look at it. If there’s one thing this rebuild (my first) has shown is that much can be gained from pulling it apart and assembling it. Thanks for the vids. I will speak with a local engine rebuilder next year with a list of requirements derived from your content. Good tip on eliminating the oil pump castings.
@@RobFieldingz if you need any help/advice just ask.. it may be a worn gear but I wouldn't of thought so, it wouldn't last that long when it starts to wear
So is this engine from the video of the last MGB GT post-running in/oil change that I've just watched? BTW If I'm ever in the fortunate position to have an engine worked on, you're the man to call. Very thorough and accurate work. MGB
Yes John this is the engine, people commented that it would be nice to see it running so we filmed it with the owners permission.. if you need anything just give me a call.. thanks for watching
@@graceenginedevelopments Thanks… Found it. A really nice example. Very impressed with the use of thermal imaging too. Pity you’re not my neck of the woods for my MGB!!
Great to see someone still working like this. There is going to be a huge shortage of skilled people soon. Worked in engineering all my life. Just bought an Mgb Gt. Will be referring to this video as we go along. Like and Subscribe. Absolutely. Great work. Keep it going.
Hi Michael unfortunately I think you're right, although my son Sam is 23 and loves engine building and is getting quite handy machining too.. Thanks for the kind comments. James
@@graceenginedevelopments 25 here and US based I strip mazda Miata’s to complete tub and rebuild & also have an old rangie classic. Just picked up 2 MGBs and will be referring back here as well! Love bringing old classics back to life & enjoying teaching others! Thanks for the video and your skill
Thank you in advance, your rebuild video was very informative! I have a 79 B. The top end was rebuilt in 1994. I knew the gentleman that did it and he was a British car racer in the SCCA here in Oregon. My engine still purrs beautifully. It's been converted over to HS4 carbs, no emissions, no catalytic converter, pertronix ignition and I properly lowered my B to pre polyurethane bumper riding heights with all new black polyurethane bushings throughout. The engine runs well, idles at about 45 psi oil pressure, and cruises at around 70 PSI on a very hot day here in southern Oregon. No smoke out the tailpipe upon start or driving with no excessive oil consumption. Safety Fast!
Costa Blanca , sorry Blackpool 🤷♂️, I’ve a 81 mgb with 57,000 with what appears to be a knocking on tick over, pushes above 50 on the oil pressure, so a rebuild might be an option as she’s a really good solid straight car, matching numbers I think. I’ve a 67 midget and a 66 roadster, plus a 54 tf and an 35 Morris 8, ( might have a ring broke on her) . So that’s why I need a James up here in Lancashire 😎
First time viewer! Great video thanks. And an EXTRA THUMBS UP for the neat and tidy shop. Love that! Thanks for sharing. From the colonies but born in Essex.
Vey complete video showing the intricacies of engine building. Nice work! The master addressed almost all of the major issues with rebuilding the MGB engine. One modification that was overlooked was rocker ratio increase. From 1:5 to 1:7. Other than that, wonderful instruction video! Thank you!
I used to work for a manufacturer of military electronic equipment, when we had castings that failed pressure testing we would get them sealed under vacuum. Not sure whether anything like that could be applied to your porous casting problem. Fascinating video.
@@graceenginedevelopments something epoxy based I believe, the castings were aluminium alloy of some sort and prone to a little porosity. I seem to remember the approach was to drill into the porous area and then inject the epoxy with a syringe.If you look round YT people have done crazy stuff with JBweld. I know it seems like bodging but I bet it would work.
To see the engine running click on this link. th-cam.com/video/0EloopjyvJ0/w-d-xo.htmlsi=SkUeChifgYslVSzo
Did you replace the valve springs with double springs?
Hi I worked for Porsche for 20 years and it is so nice to see people that can do all of the different parts of the engine boring aligning rods turning cranks most people today can't do SH!t.
I am impressed Good luck.
Thank you. Love Porsches
I served my apprenticeship at Brighouse Cars in 1990 (which changed to West Yorkshire MG Centre) and I was trained as a classic car technician but my primary role was engine machinist and builder. I reconditioned and modified hundreds and hundreds of MG engines, including A & B Series and Triumph 1500’s. I loved my job and enjoyed creating fast road engines. The A & B series were a joy to work on, so simple to build and tune and with the right exhaust they sound great. Sadly the company I worked for closed down over 25 years ago and is no more, but I often wonder if there are still any of my engines driving round today.
@@TheKarateking1 that's awesome, I bet they are still about. Do you still build engines?
@ Hi, thanks for your comments. I still build engines but only for myself and friends. I really enjoyed your video, it brought back many memories.
“The” MGB rebuild video to watch-knowledge, patience, craftmanship, and pride on display. No music, off color jokes or comments, just a professional at the top of his game! Thank you!
Thank you for the kind words.. thanks for viewing
Will it make 120hp ? If you fit a 285cam you need higher compression .
Hi, thanks for viewing.. or customer didn't want to much of a spec'd up engine, just a good std so the cam fitted was very mild just to help with overtaking. But yes your correct best to up the compression with a 285
And no poncy rubber gloves
@chriswalford9228 no gloves for me
The MGB build video is the best I've seen. Thanks
Thank you very much
Greetings from the opposite side of the world...Nice to see a 'real' technician at work... all the really thorough stuff done, nothing slap-dash, no shortcuts... So many engine builders just want it out the door.
Thanks for the kind words and thanks for viewing
Mgb good show
Thank you
Brilliant, wish I had his talent.
Thank you Robin.
loved every second of it
Thank you
This is the best engine rebuild video I have seen to date! Nicely done, mate!
Thank you very much.. we are filming two more at the moment.
Absolutely fantastic video. Nothing like British craftsmanship.
Thanks Robert
WHAT?!
Great to see a quality trade professional taking pride in his excellent workmanship 🙏
Thank you
Jesus H. Mate. Found this by accident looking for some background on my TR7 engine...wow, you are a Master at work. Accuracy, experience. explanation. Absolutley no "chuck in a new part" here, all old school engineering, maths, tolerances, materials. Thank you.
Thank you Marco I really appreciate that.. thanks for viewing
Subscribed..as this is a master class channel///
Thank you.
Top rebuild and a guy that takes his time to do it properly , couldn't believe the swarf in the bottom end of original engine , wish we all knew who did this , would avoid them like the plague !
Thanks Malcolm, I couldn't believe it as well.. and the damage it caused to some of the components
What a good job........from Australia
Thank you Richard.
I’m impressed I did notice the eye shield is protecting only his forehead. Safety worst. But the man knows what he’s doing
Yes I'm the first to admit, I'm bad when it comes to safety but trying to get better
Greetings from across the pond (USA), James!
I just found your wonderfully thorough and informative video. Thank you so much for making and sharing it.
I bought my ‘73 roadster in 1975 whilst I was then attending university. Never once did I ever think of selling her. She only has 64,000 miles on her and I am presently in the final months of a full restoration just in time to celebrate her 50th birthday this year.
Best wishes for much health, prosperity, and happiness in this new year, James! Cheers!
Gene
Hi Gene,
Thank you for watching and enjoying my video, wow you've done well to keep her for so long, they are a wonderful car , I bet you can't wait to get it back on the road.. all the best.
James
Thanks for the video
You're welcome George
Got to say , watching this guy is just something else, obviously a master at his trade .
Thanks Peter I really appreciate your comment 🙂🙂
Thank you very much for this quality MGB video. No BS music or skipping valuable info. Only wish I lived 4000 miles closer to your machine shop.
Thanks for watching. Yes you are a fair distance away.
Like it very much.
Thanks Michel
Good video. Thanks.
Thanks.. your welcome
I have the engineering skill of a mouldy house-brick, but this was fantastic! I actually understood most of it and can only admire the skill and knowledge in this reconditioning. Thank you 😊
Thank you for the nice words and thanks for viewing
Probably the best video on TH-cam ? Refreshes and lubricates, thank you !
Thanks Nigel, I'm pleased you've enjoyed it.
THANKS! REALLY ENJOYED HERE IN FLORIDA WATCHING YOUR VIDEOS. HAVE A 63 MGB. COOL TO SEE SOMEONE WITH YOUR KNOWLEDGE.
Thanks Jett, thanks for viewing
Watched the video from Southern Oregon USA. I also have a 1963 MGB. No question that this is the best MGB engine video I have seen. Class act.
Thanks Jeff I appreciate that
Very good video on these engines! I wish I had my '77 MGB... I miss that car. They didn't have what modern cars had, but boy were they fun!
Thanks John, I agree there something pretty special about driving classic cars especially mgs
Yes I had the 66 roadster wire chrome wheels , loved that car ,others always waved in same cars, fond days
Summertime in a roadster.. can't beat it. Thanks Malcolm
One of the best, if not the best MGB engine rebuild videos on TH-cam! I learned a lot from watching, and appreciate the effort that was made to film it.
Wow thanks for the compliment Robert that's awesome I'm pleased you enjoyed it.
A joy to watch a craftsman at work.
Thanks Ray.
Brilliant video, thank you! I want to see it running now.
Thanks Stu.. there is a video of it running on my channel mate
@@graceenginedevelopments thanks, found it just after I posted my comment.
Owned 3 Triumphs and an MGB in the early 80s here in the states. Rebuilt the MGB engine and the one out of the 67 Triumph, man were parts a pain to get here. Also discovered too heavy of an oil in the dashpots meant they would not rev in cold weather lol
Cool video, brought back good memories of working on the one I had.
There a cool old car.. I do like mgb's as well.. thanks for watching
Well done it took me all the way back to my old days as a mechanic
JC
Thanks John I'm please you enjoyed it.. do you still play around with cars?
@@graceenginedevelopments yes but at 78 yrs old its not as easy on the heavy stuff we have a 12 year old merc and a 10 yr old vitara both still going strong and looking and going great well maintained very much enjoyed the videos keep it up old skills are the best
J c
@@johnclark3605 thank you.. will do
Brilliant video.......just goes to show how an engine build should be done, and with all the correct kit.
Thanks Chris, I'm pleased you enjoyed it
I like your channel a lot, it is great and I see common points with my channel... Good work keep it up mate
Thank you.. I'll look and subscribe to yours now
Greetings from Los Angeles, California. Excellent video! The Best! Wishing you would rebuild the 1.8 in my 1974 MGB-GT !!!
Hi Dennis, thanks for the kind comments, send it over and we can do it for you.. I wouldn't mind delivering that one back.. would love a trip to L A.
Always check mains where they go in block and line bore if necessary. Like A series engines.
As a youngster we would build engines and always destroy main bearings before we learned this.
My first car was a tuned metro that revved to 8500rpm until the valves bounced, a 1.0 with a 1275 head and 40dcoe ( bought for £30 with manifold!) ....oh and an lcb exhaust.
I'd fit as long duration cam as possible now and a 45....if only... then save up for the fuel...
Hi Peter, yes we do check the main housings. We are just about to purchase a line honer🤞, I bet the metro was a little flyer
@@graceenginedevelopments it was until mains went!
3 months for every 998 engine and the eventual 1275 lasted about 6 months before it started grumbling but that was standard apart from the 40 and lcb exhaust.
My mates mother bought it in stock form and drove it for a few years, slower!
I disconnected the oil pressure warning light wire! Naughty!
@@graceenginedevelopments btw do you know that you can buy single barrel side drafts that are like the dcoe?
For straight inlet tract.
I'd fit bike carbs.
Keihin pwk40 ....£40 new for Chinese copies or jet ski carbs off eBay, upto 55mm!
No I didn't, I'll have a look
@@graceenginedevelopments I descovered the single barrel dcoe equivalent on an abarth tuning site.
They like to put a 36mm version on the 500 single port.
I wanted to hear it run and maybe a dyno, but a great break down on the rebuild
th-cam.com/video/0EloopjyvJ0/w-d-xo.html
Hi John, if you watch the above link, that's the engine in the car running. Thanks for viewing
very nice, I would love an engine done that well
Thanks for the kind comment Michael.
Brilliant MGB video
Thanks John
nice to see quality work by a professional
Thank you Alice
Quite an education. Loved it!
Thanks Tom. We are pleased you've enjoyed it
Most excellent - thank you - watched the entire vid and realized how complex the whole process is
Thanks for watching
You mechanics are so intelligent. Specs and such just amazes me.
Thank you
Top video, 2 extras I do when building these engines for road and race is to clearance the oil pump gears
to o/e specs , and to clean out the internals of the new rocker shaft.
Thanks Robert.. yes I had the grub screws out of the shaft and cleaned when it first arrived.. and I also agree with you on the oil pump. Thanks for viewing
Mgb. Best video yet.
Thank you.
Don't have the slightest clue about how to fix engines, I'm a retired pilot, so rely on experts. I'm totally fascinated by your skills and have subscribed to watch more. I did have a 1970 MGBGT back in the day, thats my only claim to 'fame...' Thanks for sharing!!
Thanks for the sub. You had an awesome job.
Top of the list if I need an MGB engine rebuild
Thanks Carl.
Super MGB Vid, hard luck with the downer parts but you got there in the end well done keep it up.😉
Thanks Robert, yes it was, we will👍
I think I have found the place I shall be sending my 1275 Midget engine to when it comes out for its rebuild. Top work, great attention to detail. 👍
Thanks Martin.. get in touch when you're ready.
Great job ! See from Brittany . I keep your site in sight for my 1966 mgb gt future rebuilding.
Thank you for watching. Best of luck with the MG if you need any help just ask
MGB: Absolutely superb! I remember restoring my MGB GT 'a million years ago', taking the engine apart and putting it back together again! Your project bought back some fond memories I can tell you. And I take my hat off to you sir: Your attention to detail is second to none - there's a few so called engineers that could take a leaf out of your book and be better for it. Respect is absolutely due. Looking forward to watching your other videos. Nice one! 👏🏾👏🏾👍👍
Thank you for the nice comments, I'm really pleased you enjoyed our video. There are still some good engine reconditioners out there, and some not so good. Lol. Thanks again
MGB rebuild -grt video ! Well done
Thank you.. thanks for watching
fantastic attention to detail and a fascinating record of a top quality engine rebuild process. Had me captivated the whole way through.... thanks for posting
Thanks John, your welcome
Great work good to see .
Thank you
Although I commented already it is good to see the care that you put in. Don’t get too discouraged by subscriber numbers, it happens to a lot of creators. Suddenly viewer numbers explode.
Thank you.. I can't wait for it to explode.. I like making them but see other channels take of quick and I can't work out why
@@graceenginedevelopments, a lot of younger people have never even seen inside an engine. I must admit my last car was remapped and the engine had never been apart. Your work is far more meticulous than most on here, I am sure you’ll get a lot of work as your channel is discovered.
@@g0fvt thank you, we do try to do it right.. thanks for the comments
Thanks for your excellent video. Essential watching as I rebuild my MGB engine. Terrific step by step instruction.
Thanks Andrew I'm pleased you enjoyed it
First class job very professional which I new about the oil pump mod cheers mate
Thanks Terence.. I'm pleased you enjoyed.
Great video! Really appreciate you taking the time to show everything that goes into a proper rebuild!
Thank you. No worries
Brilliant, explained so well. What a work shop really enjoyed watching this video.
Thanks Clinton, and thank you for watching
MGB
Great video with excellent detail 👍 really good to see the work required to build a reliable engine, fab effort 👍
Thank you.
Nice mgb build
Thank you james
thank you so much
Great show mate, good info on the oil pump mods
Thank you.. yeah it is good for oil flow
Fantastic work! I just lap this stuff up.
Thank you
Ab fab !! Great video. Keep them coming. Cheers!!
Thanks cliff.. will do
Great job on the engine and the video. Taking lots of notes for my '73 MGB GT rebuild in NZ.
Thanks Rob.. if you need any advice just ask
Currently on castle rails, but once I get past the rust project and back onto mechanicals might just!
Here’s one: timing wanders up to 10degrees (between 30 and 40 BTDC) on the crank at 3000rpm. I have retarded it so keep it less than 35 max. Worn dizzy driver gear ? After listening to the Silver jubilee idling in the other video, mine is much less uniform and has uneven, misfiring idle. There’s play in the electronic ign plastic connector on the end of the spindle - could it be a harmonic causing chatter? I have rebuilt, regreased dizzy and replaced vacuum to no avail. Will replace coil too next.
Have you checked the springs in the distributor are fitted correctly?
@@graceenginedevelopments thanks for entertaining a reply to a vague and complex internet post! Yep springs seem good but I should get another dizzy as I have nothing to compare with. Vac disconnected, revs down from 2000 to 1200 to 900 idle there is a definite step at 1200, which I guess is the springs pulling back the weights. It runs alright, but undulates at idle and chatters at high revs. Idles too low when cold but slowly rises to around 900 when warm. Cant wait to pull the engine out and look at it.
If there’s one thing this rebuild (my first) has shown is that much can be gained from pulling it apart and assembling it.
Thanks for the vids. I will speak with a local engine rebuilder next year with a list of requirements derived from your content. Good tip on eliminating the oil pump castings.
@@RobFieldingz if you need any help/advice just ask.. it may be a worn gear but I wouldn't of thought so, it wouldn't last that long when it starts to wear
Great video.
Thank you
This is golden content. I loved every minute of it, thank you very much! MGB
Thank you, your welcome
@@graceenginedevelopments watching it again. I just can't get enough. Wishing I could have that sweet engine in my B.
Another great video James. MGB
Thank you x
MGB - great video, thank you!
Thank you
Watched it through and learnt a great deal .Really enjoyed it
Thanks Chris
So is this engine from the video of the last MGB GT post-running in/oil change that I've just watched? BTW If I'm ever in the fortunate position to have an engine worked on, you're the man to call. Very thorough and accurate work.
MGB
Yes John this is the engine, people commented that it would be nice to see it running so we filmed it with the owners permission.. if you need anything just give me a call.. thanks for watching
Great job Mate, Cheers.
Thanks Michael.
Great video - looking forward to my MGB engine having the same mods done!
I'll chase the body shop in the morning for you
Brilliant video James. MGB.
Thank you Chris x
MGB great video, really impressed with attention to detail. I need exactly the same for my chrome bumper, so will be in touch shortly.
Thanks Karl, look forward to hearing from you
What a labour of love and so informative...It just need a post script of it installed and running and the car being driven!!
Hi Jeremy, thank you.. there is a video of it installed in the car and running
th-cam.com/video/0EloopjyvJ0/w-d-xo.html
That's the link
@@graceenginedevelopments Thanks… Found it. A really nice example. Very impressed with the use of thermal imaging too. Pity you’re not my neck of the woods for my MGB!!
Great to see someone still working like this. There is going to be a huge shortage of skilled people soon. Worked in engineering all my life. Just bought an Mgb Gt. Will be referring to this video as we go along. Like and Subscribe. Absolutely. Great work. Keep it going.
Hi Michael unfortunately I think you're right, although my son Sam is 23 and loves engine building and is getting quite handy machining too..
Thanks for the kind comments.
James
@@graceenginedevelopments 25 here and US based I strip mazda Miata’s to complete tub and rebuild & also have an old rangie classic.
Just picked up 2 MGBs and will be referring back here as well! Love bringing old classics back to life & enjoying teaching others! Thanks for the video and your skill
@@riverbedoverland you sound very busy also.. thanks for the comments.
Thank you in advance, your rebuild video was very informative! I have a 79 B. The top end was rebuilt in 1994. I knew the gentleman that did it and he was a British car racer in the SCCA here in Oregon.
My engine still purrs beautifully. It's been converted over to HS4 carbs, no emissions, no catalytic converter, pertronix ignition and I properly lowered my B to pre polyurethane bumper riding heights with all new black polyurethane bushings throughout.
The engine runs well, idles at about 45 psi oil pressure, and cruises at around 70 PSI on a very hot day here in southern Oregon. No smoke out the tailpipe upon start or driving with no excessive oil consumption. Safety Fast!
Thank you, there a great little engine and yours sounds like it's running lovely.
Another 1963 MGB owner here in Southern Oregon.. Best MGB video yet.
Thanks Jeff.. welcome to the channel
A superb video with a great commentary thanks. As a BGT owner in New Zealand, I wish you were operating over here! Every good wish.
Geoff
Thanks Geoff.
Love watching people who are masters at their craft.
Thanks Alan.
Great video! First time I've seen the whole process from start to finish (warts and all). I've subscribed...👍
Thanks Andrew I'm pleased you've enjoyed my video and thanks for subscribing.
Really enjoyed watching your rebuild. Keep up the good work.
Thank you. Will do
MGB excellent vid, excellent work. Great integrity shown at every step. Thanks for making this!
Thank you.. your welcome.. I'm making another full video on a Toyota 2jz video at the moment
God I wish I lived closer I’d 100% use you for all my mg’s dear boy , tremendous advert for quality work 👍🍻
Thanks for the compliment. Where do you live. Your welcome for a coffee/tea if you ever close
Costa Blanca , sorry Blackpool 🤷♂️, I’ve a 81 mgb with 57,000 with what appears to be a knocking on tick over, pushes above 50 on the oil pressure, so a rebuild might be an option as she’s a really good solid straight car, matching numbers I think. I’ve a 67 midget and a 66 roadster, plus a 54 tf and an 35 Morris 8, ( might have a ring broke on her) . So that’s why I need a James up here in Lancashire 😎
@@philmurphy3549 love Blackpool that's where I met my wife and I have a aunty that lives there... Well if I can help with anything let me know
@@graceenginedevelopments thanks matey, I might consider taking the engine out and crating it over for what it costs 👍
First time viewer! Great video thanks. And an EXTRA THUMBS UP for the neat and tidy shop. Love that! Thanks for sharing. From the colonies but born in Essex.
Thank you very much.. keep watching for an update on the new workshop.
Vey complete video showing the intricacies of engine building. Nice work! The master addressed almost all of the major issues with rebuilding the MGB engine. One modification that was overlooked was rocker ratio increase. From 1:5 to 1:7. Other than that, wonderful instruction video! Thank you!
Thank you, the original spec was going to be std. So the minor modifications was just to help drivability.
I used to work for a manufacturer of military electronic equipment, when we had castings that failed pressure testing we would get them sealed under vacuum. Not sure whether anything like that could be applied to your porous casting problem. Fascinating video.
What did they use.. it would be worth testing.. thanks for watching
@@graceenginedevelopments something epoxy based I believe, the castings were aluminium alloy of some sort and prone to a little porosity. I seem to remember the approach was to drill into the porous area and then inject the epoxy with a syringe.If you look round YT people have done crazy stuff with JBweld. I know it seems like bodging but I bet it would work.
Yeah I've tried JB weld before and a few others with mixed results
Fantastic video
Thanks Jeremy
Are modern engines that different? I ask in all ignorance. An astonishing amount of precision work. WELL DONE !
Only in some of the technology and clearances. But the main components are the same
A1 video & an A1 Engine reconditioner.. 👍
Thank you Douglas.. 🙂
Excellent build quality.
Thank you.
MGB quality workmanship 👍🏻
Thanks mate x
Best mg engine build video I have ever seen great channel cheers Alistair
Thanks Alistair, I appreciate that.
Great work. Thanks for showing.
Thanks Stevie. Your welcome
MGB hope next full build is mine, great informative video.
Will be.. x
MGB: very interesting and helpful, James. We're currently restoring a low mileage Mk1 MGB GT (California car).
Hi David, thank you.. good luck with the restoration.. if you need any help just message me.
MGB nice one mate
Thanks mate x
It amazes me that a few grams can have an impact on an engine. Great work.
Thank you
Just looking at entering the world of MGB ownership and really impressed by the clarity and quality of the video and the workmanship involved.
Hi Mike, I can only recommend MGBs for the price you won't find a better classic. Thank you for the nice comment