#MG AMK2 1600 Roadster
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diabolus1exmachina · 2 years ago
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MG AMK2 1600 Roadster
An original 1962 MGA MK II 1600 factory RHD example converted into a fantastic and fun purpose built tarmac/hill climb competition car. Owned by a avid car enthusiast and active rally and race participant, this MGA was built over time to be suitable for many different events.
Engine has been built and upgraded to a 2.0L MGA by Simon Gardiner with alloy cross flow head and fuel injection producing approx. 180HP. The gear box has also been upgraded to a close ration 4 speed straight cut gears all synchro and with a "reverse" lock out. The clutch has been upgraded for heavy duty race clutch to improve drivability and performance. The differential was also upgraded to a limited slip diff " LSD" for better traction and also performance.
Brakes have been also enhanced and upgraded to "slotted/vented disc rotors for front with drums on rear with brake adjust/bias switch. Suspension has been upgraded to front lowered springs with tele shockers which are adjustable and the rear has been set up with a 4link rear tele shockers also adjustable. The wheels have been changed to factory "light-weight" performance "mini" light alloys with track tyres. Other aspects of the build was a "CAMS" approved roll bar, a "push button" start with isolator key and tow points both front & rear, a purpose built cut down windscreen with 4 point harnesses and maintained by "MG Workshop".
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