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| Re: Datsun Powered MG Midget Project |
Subject: Re: Datsun Powered MG Midget Project
by TexasMidget on 2015/11/29 3:58:09
Smellsofbikes...Some other MG owners that have done the conversion did modify the oil pan. It all depends how far back you push the engine. The smaller tubular crossmember that holds the steering rack does need to be cut regardless in order to provide clearance for the crankshaft pulley. Some have spared the main crossmember and have gone with a modified oil pan. The guy that will be doing my chassis work will look at how to make it work with the least amount of cutting. Will report back on all that at a later time.
Thaifrog...... Your the same guy with the Austin Healey on the MG Experience website? Great site here to get the information I need for my conversion. Gave up on finding a dogleg 5 speed 60 series gearbox. Only offered in 1979 from what I have read on this forum. Not many salvage Datsun cars in the North Texas area but did locate an H pattern 5 speed 60 series gearbox from a 1981 sedan. Happy with my find and ready to get this project moving along. Holiday season will likely slow things down. Thanks for the oil filter tip.
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