MG MGB and MGB GT Tech Talk
Hello- I recently bought a 78 MGB for a surprise to my wife...it was a surprise alright...the engine dropped a rod bearing on the way home...does anyone have a good running engine to sell? If so PLEASE let me know. My email is coe1j@yahoo.com
My cell is 423-827-7774. I live in Chattanooga area. thanks
Not the best way to say " I love you!" or to introduce the Mrs. to LBC anyway.
I remember an old Amos 'n Andy episode where Amos bought his wife a vase for her birthday. He actually bought one that was broken so he could get a better price. He was a cheapskate. Anyway he told the store to wrap it up and deliver it, thinking that he could get by by blaming the delivery service for the breakage.
You guessed it, the store had wrapped each piece individually. LOL
Anyway, Jeff, you might get in touch with Hap or Tony. Both of them are within spitting distance from you and at least one of them will have a decent motor sitting around somewhere.
Jack
Well hello and welcome Jeff Coe. My last name is Coe also. These folks will help you find an engine in short order. Now a question to you from me: Where did the name Coe originate :)
Watch out Jeff! This woman is an MGB nutcase. Just look at the list of here "holdings". On top of that she made her husband retire just so he would have time to keep her fleet on the road. She's a nice girl though. I understand that she lets him go fishing every third Thursday. LOL
Jack
Hi Jeff glad to see you found this place. Wish you luck. I told you there was another Coe in this forum.
Gil DuPre
Word has it that Gil Dupre parks his GT on the street at night. I think his engine is in good shape so if you want to know how to hot wire a B get back with me. LOL
Jack
GILMGA Wrote:
Sit back and take a few deep breaths. This is not the time for hasty decisions (I sound like a fortune cookie). You may be better off buying a rebuilt engine or you may be better off having yours rebuilt. Did the rod bearing just knock or did you throw a rod?
mac townsend Wrote:
Welcome Jeff, sorry to hear of your misadventure. You won't only find a new engine here but you will also be offered a whole new car to buy. :)
These folks will come through for you whatever way you go with the engine.
Best of luck
Paul
Thank you all so much for your help and emails. I have recieved a couple of very positive sources for my problem. If I can help any of you please contact me anytime....I'll be back in touch as I am going to Carlisle and Hershey Pa for a couple of weeks..then back to getting my MG back on the road..Thanks again to everyone...Jeff