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Finally, after 22 years off the road, and a restoration that started in October 2008 (so that is 11 years in the making), the MG is back on the road 
This was a proper remove every item and every last nut and bolt rebuild. Believe it or not, the hardest part was recovering the seats, still not quite right, but they might wear into place.
Fitted with a 1275 engine - leaded head, so using Castrol Valvemaster, oil cooler, electric fuel pump, front disc brakes, ARB, telescopic adjustable rear dampers, but only a 4.22 diff (might look to swap out for a 3.7 to give it longer legs on the motorway), straight through bomb exhaust, standard electrics/ignition. Runs a bit rich, but hey ho. I gave it a new wiring loom, and plan an alternator and halogen lights, oh and there is a stereo to fit 
Getting in and driving it for the first time was like putting on a pair of comfy old slippers, everything felt just right. Goes like a train, and remarkably comfortable. Sweet spot for engine/exhaust @ 3600rpm in top, but sounds superb at 5000rpm 
It will get used, I don't intend for it to be a shrine to restoration and just sit in the garage under covers, and will not put up the roof if I don't have to...
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Experience is the only genuine knowledge, but as time passes, I have forgotten more than I can remember
Volvo V70 P2 2006 2.4 Petrol 170bhp Estate SE
MG Midget Mk1 1962
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15th Jun 2013 4:42pm
