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Information about the engine and its function such as the sump, oil pump, big end bearings, rocker assembly, cylinder head, pistons, connecting rods, cylinders, pistons, manifolds, water pump, timing chain, tappets, valves, crankshaft, engine mounts, push-rods, camshaft, flywheel and removal of the engine/transmission.
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This section begins with a table of general data and then covers topics such as preparing for the road and the MGTD's driving controls.
Here are items to maintain on your car such as the engine, the hydraulic brakes, the hand brake, spark plugs and cold weather precautions.
This information will provide hints on tracing engine troubles and their possible root cause.
Your car will need periodic lubrication and this section will explain what types of lubricants to use, where to apply them and how often you will need to perform the work.
This section describe items that you will need to keep track of periodically. Also covered are the changes required for cold weather climates during seasonal shifts, the 500 mile free service provided by MG and a quick overview on cleaning and adjusting spark plugs.
Information in this section will help you locate and remedy problems that may appear.
In the closing pages we have a wiring diagram of the car, a picture of the car with the hood up, an image of the interior lubrication of the engine or a guarantee, comments on service parts and how to contact the company. Also included is a lubrication chart of the chassis.
Scroll for various engine comments.
Here is a list list of MGTD engine fasteners. The list includes original part numbers and replacement part numbers from Abingdon Spares and Moss Motors. Also included is a table of torque values for specified fasteners. This list was compiled by Dave DuBois, Stuart Lock and TA Terry.
Instructions on how to tune your MGTD.
See comments on engine fastners.
See engine colors.
See various posts about engines and performance.
See comments about engine tags and engine numer entries on car etchings.
See comments about having an original engine in your car.
These pages contain specifications and measurements for the MGTD from the 1/53 WSM.
These pages contain images of period accessories for the MGTD/TF.
These pages contain images of period accessories for the MGTD/TF.
Engines for M.G's (From the TA to the MGF.) (1935 to 1998.) by Neil Cairns.
An article about the Laystall-Lucas head from the December 26th issue of Autosport.
See comments about new engine in the MGTD.
The A.B.C. of Shorrock Supercharging - RJH-Heritage Switzerland
Information on the adoption of the Shorrock supercharger in the MGTD.
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