If the engine is in good working order already, ie not burning oil,
good compression, etc, etc. Then I'd say the best update to the engine
would be Moss' Supercharger.
Other speed parts are going to make for compromises.
Paul.
CraigsInOK@aol.com wrote:
> Hi All,
>
> I've got a 77 MGB that I've been slowly updating. I recently received a
> bonus check and decided to apply it to the engine. I'm trying to educate
>myself
> before I start and need advice, websites to read, books, ect that will help
>me
> decide what route to go on the rebuild.
>
> I'm not wanting to race but I am wanting to make sure that when I run with my
> buddies in the club that drive American cars that I'm not left in the dust
> either. I probably want my cake and to eat it too but I'd like it to be
> reliable, easy to care for, but faster than what I have now.
>
> How high can I take the compression if I'm willing to run 92 or 93 octane
> gas? What type of cam should I consider? Does balancing help on these
>engines?
>
> I've already converted to SU's and the PO had switched to an old 25D
> distributor. I'd like to stick with the SU's.
>
> Living in Oklahoma, a car this age doesn't require that the emissions
> equipment be maintained and it has all be desmogged.
>
> The shop I've been using British Motors Ltd, here in Oklahoma City, and Herb
> have been excellent to work with but what steps should I check on or things
>to
> look for to insure that everything is going as it should?
>
> I certainly appreciate the advice and help that I know this group will give.
>
> Thanks,
>
> Craig
> 77MGB
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