Scott:
> 1) Is there some advantage to the aftermarket electronic ignition
> kits (and increased voltage coils), such as the Allison, over the stock
> mechanical distributor,
My 76 had the Lumention when i bought it. So far I've been pleased.
> 2) is it possible to fit tire sizes other than 165 x 14 on the
> original Rostyle rims (other sizes are more widely available),
175/70R14s will work fine.
> 3) in simple terms as possible, what does the gulp valve do (and
> what happens when it no longer does what it's supposed to do),
Wouldn't know.
> 4) is there any easy and inexpensive way to salvage an old fuel tank
> that has brown varnish-like gunk on the sides that is now plugging the
fuel
> pump filter (non-original filter naturally),
> [I've come up with a temporary solution that I've been using for
> quite some time, though the legality of it is doubtful. Ever seen fuel
> tanks for outboard boat engines....]
It can be sealed.
> 5) what kind of gas mileage is normal for a standard MGB ('72)
> with no modifications, and no overdrive?
I'd expect low 20s. Maybe lower. I get 26-28mpg on the highway w/OD
Tyson
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