Everyday Modifications for Your MGB, GT and GTV8: How to Make Your Classic Car Easier to Live With and Enjoy

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The books in the Everyday Modifications series from Crowood are designed to guide classic car owners through the workshop skills needed to make their cars easier to use and enjoy. MG expert Roger Parker gives his advice on maintaining and modifying MGB, GT and GTV8 cars, with some additional reference to the MGC and MG RV8 models. With safety information throughout, the book covers: . Regulations, insurance and market value for all models . Routine maintenance . Body and interior changes . Brakes, suspension and steering . Engine improvements for the original 1798cc B-series engine and other engine alternatives . Installing and updating electrical equipment and lighting AUTHOR: Roger Parker bought his first MG in 1973, a 1968 MGB that he still has in a much-modified form. He continued his passion for modifying MGs with more modern models, leading to an unparalleled knowledge of the mechanics of the MGF and TF. Prior to his retirement, Roger was a police officer for thirty years and developed the first unmarked police patrol cars with electronic speed detection in the late 1980s and was instrumental in the development of ANPR [Automatic Number Plate Recognition] in the 1990s. Since his retirement- Roger has been supporting owners through his technical advisory role within the MG Owners Club. 359 colour and 3 b/w photographs

Roger Parker bought his first MG in 1973, a 1968 MGB that he still has in a much-modified form. He continued his passion for modifying MGs with more modern models, and is the author of MGF and TF Restoration Manual (Crowood, 2012). Prior to his retirement in 2001, Roger was a police officer for thirty years. Since his retirement, Roger has been fully focussed on MGs and supporting owners through his technical advisory role within the MG Owners' Club.