Noises

Eliminating Rear Axle Clunk

By John Twist / December 14, 2022 / Comments Off on Eliminating Rear Axle Clunk

By John H TwistA common problem I hear from MG owners is “There’s a clunking sound in the rear of my car!” The Salisbury, Tubed-type, or “GT” rear axle fitted to all MGB/GTs, virtually all MGBs from 1967, and all MGCs develops a clunk after as little as 50,000 miles. This clunk is evident when…

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FAQ Archives: Timing Chain on MGB

By John Twist / November 18, 2022 / Comments Off on FAQ Archives: Timing Chain on MGB

Hello John,I have a stock 1971 MGB that appears to have jumped a tooth on the timing chain. The engine will start and run but has a pretty bad shake in it (no knocks) and is down on power.I was pulling away from a light when there was a “ba-bing” noise (sounded more like a…

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FAQ Archives: A Ticking TF

By John Twist / November 18, 2022 / Comments Off on FAQ Archives: A Ticking TF

Question:Dear Mr. Twist,Here is a thorny problem for you to cogitate! I have conducted extensive research and value your input.My 1955 TF 1500 is making a ticking sound, prominent at idle. It sounds like a valve lash set way too wide. Here are some observations related to this sound: 1. It occurs regularly at cam…

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Sounds of the MG: Zizzes, Clunks, Rattles & Ticks

By John Twist / October 6, 2022 / Comments Off on Sounds of the MG: Zizzes, Clunks, Rattles & Ticks

By John TwistThe familiar sounds of the MG — a throaty exhaust, the whine of the engine, the sounds of rushing air — make MG driving its best!  Strange and unusual noises may be simply annoying, but they also might be warnings signs of impending failures.  A thorough test drive will elicit any unusual noises…

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