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MGB poor winter starting

Have you got a technical problem with your MG? If so, the combined expertise of Roger Parker and the MGOC Workshop may be able to help. For details of how to access this free service, see p77.

“A VERY GOOD ENGINE WILL HAVE ALL READINGS WITHIN 10PSI FOR ALL CYLINDERS AND A SERVICEABLE ENGINE WILL SEE ALL WITHIN 20PSI.”

Q My 1970 MGB GT is in good mechanical condition, having been fully serviced in the summer with the twin SU carbs being balanced/tuned last month. The battery is also in good condition with spark plugs, HT leads and distributor cap being replaced during this summer’s service.

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