Hi all, has anyone replaced a radio on their 12V positive ground cars before? Looking to update one on a 62 MG Midget. The owner would prefer to keep the single internal speaker, have bluetooth, and retain the period correct radio look. Everything I find online is 12V negative ground and does not have an integrated speaker. I know I could run a rubber isolator around a negative ground radio, however I still am encountering the issue of the integrated speaker. I'm also considering gutting the radio it currently has and just using it for the power supply.

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This is from the current fire in Camarillo CA.

I have a variety of the standard manuals for my '80 Spitfire, which help a lot with troubleshooting and getting things back to (somewhat) original working order. Most of the car is stock. I'm interested in seeing what can be done to boost performance and what books, tutorials, blogs, etc. could teach me to do it. Thinking of things like faster acceleration, better braking, and higher cruising speed. Any thoughts/tips greatly appreciated!

My grandma was a very progressive woman. She was one of the first women in England to not only drive, but own her own car. The CY on the plate indicates a Welsh registration.

I’ve always loved the mid 60’s , early 70’s British sport cars and would love to join the club. Thinking 67’-70’ MGB. I’ve got $20k to spend and would like something high driver quality. Are my expectations realistic? Anything I should avoid?

Trailered a 1971 MGB GT home the other day. The suspension and engine need some attention but the body is solid, thank goodness! Bodywork is the enemy of happiness.

Debating repairing the pillow dash or doing the delete and painting the metal frame body colour.

The rear suspension is sagging, I'm thinking that it might be time for replacement leaf springs? Does anyone have a lead on GT leaf springs in Canada? International shipping is atrocious, could pick up a Midget for the same price!

Hi all,

I was working on my Spitfire today when I noticed this disconnected hose on the left, and the only thing I can think of it connecting to is the hose circled on the right, but it doesn’t reach it.

Any idea what it is for?

It’s located near the rear passenger wheel.

Thank you for your help!

I've had my midget for a while I'm not a mechanic but I can fix things. I need all the switches on the dashboard for a 79 mg where is the best place to get this stuff. Does anybody have a go-to or One stop shop I've tried the shop in Cincinnati Ohio they're never available. Thank you for your time.

1978 MG Midget with stock 1500 engine. Things are running "ok" right now - it does run rough at times, but nothing life-threatening.

(TL,DR: what do I fix while I have things open?)

I'm seriously considering upgrading the transmission from the stock 4-spd to a Ford 5-spd transmission (the kit available from Moss) this winter.

If/when I do this, I'm going to pull the engine as well.

I'm thinking that while I've got it out, I might as well do an in-depth inspection of the engine and try to future-proof things where I can.

So, what I'm practically planning on doing is to complete compression and leak-down tests, check through the ignition/distribution/engine electrical systems, pull the oil pan to check for stuff with serial numbers, and replace the timing chain/tensioner and water pump.

I might also replace the carb with the Weber kit, if I can swing the cost (dunno yet - kind of depends on if there's problems with the core engine.)

What I'm asking here is if there's anything I've missed. I'm a decent enough mechanic, but have never worked on this engine before. Is there a common failure/trouble point in this engine or something that I really should do now that I don't know about? Something I should just go ahead and upgrade now while I've got time and access?

I should add that my goal with this car is a fun reliable driver for weekends etc trips, not some sort of number-matching show car. If a reasonably priced upgrade can increase fun/reliability, I'd like to go for it. Any suggestions?