Steve Quilliam's 1975 MGB with Rover 3.5L V8 and Toyota 5-speed
as published in BritishV8 Magazine, Volume XIX Issue I, December 2011Owner: Steve Quilliam
City: Victoria, Australia
Model: 1975 MG MGB (U.S. spec)
Engine: Rover 3.5L V8
Built by: owner.
Features and Specifications
| Engine: | Rover 3.5L V8 engine.
Scorcher electronic distributor.
Twin S.U. carburetors.
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| Cooling: | MGB V8 radiator with electric fans.
Oil cooler. |
| Exhaust: | 4-into-1 block hugger headers. |
| Transmission: | Toyota Supra 5-speed transmission. |
| Rear End: | stock MGB (Salisbury) axle, including 3:909:1 gears and open differential. |
| Front Susp.: | stock, except lowered and converted to righthand drive. |
| Rear Susp.: | stock, except lowered. |
| Brakes: | stock. |
| Wheels/Tires: | Minilite 15x7 ten spoke aluminum wheels. |
| Electrical: | Delco-Remy alternator. |
| Interior: | converted to righthand drive.
Aftermarket steering wheel.
Stereo radio. |
| Exterior: | Chrome bumper conversion, including removal of U.S.-spec side indicator lamps. |
Engine Installation
Rover 3.5L V8 engine with twin S.U. HIF6 carburetors.
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Interior
Exterior
