MGB GT rear springs and their replacement

[@CommercialVehicle]

An often overlooked aspect of the suspension. Well done.

[@D3Sshooter]

Thank you for the comments

[@CharltonsClassics]

Fantastic video, very informative! I also have the Spax suspension on my MGB. Do you ever find the need to replace the bush at the bottom of the yellow suspension strut?

[@D3Sshooter]

Good to hear, I did once yes

[@stevesloan6775]

Mk1 Escort guards... are strong

[@D3Sshooter]

Thanks for the comments

[@bobvranken101]

Can I change -the shock absorbers of MGB into tube absorbers?

[@D3Sshooter]

Yes there are conversions on the market

[@loringuysingersongwriterfo1917]

we're doing this next weekend (1/7/23) great vid and very good explanation, complete, thanks for your effort

[@yamahattr6006]

When I got my mgb gt some one had done the rear springs but had not tightened the U bolts enough when you put your foot down it had rear steering very scary tightened was all ok check your U bolts if back end feels floaty

[@D3Sshooter]

Thanks for the comments and good points

[@happyface7342]

Such a classic car, never gets old and drop down dead gorgeous 👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@D3Sshooter]

Thank you

[@christhjian9923]

Generally lifts where you can drive on have an extra hydraulic jack with them so you could free up the wheels. They're still a bit cumbersome, but great for bigger vehicles. Great video and by the way I have seen many guys eagerly waiting for Old Rusty, but I just want to say that I'm thoroughly enjoying all the projects you've taken on.

[@D3Sshooter]

Thanks for the comments

[@neilshovlin9888]

Asking for your help: I’ve got a ‘73 MGB with 2 SU (HIF4) carbs… At startup, choke-on, underneath the rear Skinner Union are fumes coming off the exhaust pipe- I’m thinking it’s a gas leak from the carb to the hot pipe? But, when the choke is off, no fumes. When running, no fumes. At idle after a drive, no fumes. Can the choke-on at startup cause my SUs to leak? Thank you, Neil Shovlin a Subscriber.

[@bshnabel]

Very good

[@davidgerrard8661]

It looks like your mgb may have had trailing arms at some point. I see another mounting hole below the spring eye mount? I have an orange 3.9 v8 also. Great fun. Love your videos.

[@michaelmenard8913]

just rewatching this evening and noticed that you U bolts seem to be a bit more substantial than stock? I had some made local that were larger diameter and it seemed to tighten up the rear a bit. I also eliminated the silicone pads.

[@louieescobedo7126]

We're I can get a set of wheels like does

[@D3Sshooter]

Moss maybe

[@crelark]

Thanks for posting. Nice MG! 👍🏻

[@D3Sshooter]

Thank you.

[@CaptTPT]

Would you be kind enough to identify your rear shocks and hanger brackets.

[@wyatt92563]

Really enjoyed this video. I did this project on my 79 MGB. Straight-forward, fun and rewarding project 🙂👍🏻

[@D3Sshooter]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@melvinalfredo20]

As always superb demonstration of your expertise on cars... Cant wait for your next class😁😅

[@D3Sshooter]

Thanks for your comments

[@bobvranken101]

You have a Belgian license plate. Do you speak Flemish?

[@EIKLURAM]

Would you do a video showing how to install the top bracket of the yellow shock that you bolted at the lower end?

[@mikepaton3614]

Replaced my rear shocks on a 72 MGB GT, Gaz adjustables, with new saddles, u bolts, pads, spring rubbers and bolts. Hardest part was getting the drivers side top shock bolt screwed in, mind you it was getting dark, started to rain heavy, (that heavy i had to roll under the car for 20 minutes to keep dry) my neck was hurting as hell and ohh and trying to do it all in the pub car park.

[@D3Sshooter]

Thanks for the comments

[@hankpb1]

I was wondering how to jack back up my leaf springs

[@rabinovichm]

what about single leaf springs with panhard rod?

[@colemadad]

Interesting as always. Thanks.

[@D3Sshooter]

Thank you for the comments

[@hotchkissart]

standard springs for more clearance on country roads.

[@stevesloan6775]

I like the idea of the orange MG GT utilising the rear hatch for aerodynamics slightly at the exact time... Who am I kidding I cant wait for after market Tesla thrusters... Hahahaah

[@D3Sshooter]

Thanks for the comments

[@katmandu8208]

👍🍻

[@michaelmenard8913]

simply the most concise depiction of replacing a spring I have ever seen. Cause I have have done them on the ground too many times, as in next Sunday :)

[@D3Sshooter]

Thank you for the comments, good luck

[@malama255]

I would love to see a couple of laps with this car . Beautiful job Steve as always ! Have a nice day .

[@D3Sshooter]

Thanks for the comments..Ok , will do next time

[@malama255]

@@D3Sshooter Thanks Steve !

[@54mgtf22]

Great job

[@D3Sshooter]

Thank you for the comments

[@robertmarkle591]

First time seeing you on KZbin. Excellent video! I will be doing my 1979 roadster at some future time and will save this presentation. 👍

[@D3Sshooter]

Welcome aboard!

[@zahidshafi4925]

great video

[@D3Sshooter]

Thanks for the visit

[@markharvey7284]

Excellent tutorial, thanks!

[@gshort4707]

You make it look easy 🙂 I would have been worried about that piece of teflon springing out and hitting me in the face so would have worn some sort of face protection. In fact I would probably have used a piece of wood with a hole drilled through where the bolt sticks out. The rest looks safe to me so not sure what others are commenting about. Thanks for sharing what you do and leaving yourself open to criticism. Graham

[@D3Sshooter]

Thanks for your comments Graham, that piece was secured to the wooden beam and the pressure was really minimal...

[@hpterrick]

Excellent instructional video

[@MrBluoct]

My old 69 mgb: A hydraulic lift would have been nice for those of us rolling around on the ground

[@simonrofe2035]

Car up on jack stands, laying on your back on the cold concrete garage floor, dirty parts, tools always just out if reach, cold hands, sore back and neck - doesn't seem to resemble the video at all!

[@hankpb1]

any videos on Armstrong shocks

[@philippepourrat2256]

Thanks a lot. You have just the English accent that I can understand perfectly !

[@D3Sshooter]

Thanks for the comments

[@walkertongdee]

My truck is 35 years old springs are still strong....

[@D3Sshooter]

Yep , that is very well possible. Must be good quality

[@Rob-fx2dw]

Much appreciated video.

[@sylvainflecheux1814]

Hello , can you send me what's the reference of wheels spacer Thank you

[@sylvainflecheux1814]

do you want to sale your spacer?

[@AaronG303]

Thankyou for sharing. This job is one of my most least liked and many hours spent using the same methodology but using jack stands. I have standard springs on my 65 and no matter what I did to jack up the supporting plate there wasn't enough length on the u-bolts. Mine looked aged and I'm wondering if they are the correct length. Is there anywhere (or perhaps you know) what the length of yr U-bolts are from center of radius to end of thread so that I can check mine and perhaps order replacements? Many thanks again for your informative video!

[@D3Sshooter]

Thank you for the comments, mine are 160mm. That is from the inner middle point of the arc to end of the thread.

[@AaronG303]

many thanks - another weekend job!

[@michaelmenard8913]

@@D3Sshooter good info there!

[@alanak3210]

Those wheel spacers would not be allowed in the UK.

[@D3Sshooter]

Yep, the same here

[@chunkyleejones3831]

I see your use wheel adapters/spacers, can you do a video post on the safety of fitting and useing these please Kind regards.

[@D3Sshooter]

Thanks for the comments, I will see when I can do that. There are many types some very good and others poor and dangerous

[@chunkyleejones3831]

@@D3Sshooter some very poor and dangerous indeed, that's why I request your video upload on the subject Kind regards 👍

[@davidball9815]

I’m very glad I found this video, extremely informative, thank you.

[@ipanemabeach2266]

I like your videos! Can’t wait to fit my new poly bushes to my GT!! Thanks.

[@williamcollins306]

thank you for the video when will we see old rusty?

[@D3Sshooter]

Thanks for the comments, very soon when I weld the doorsteps

[@hassandebagh3373]

i love you my professorial thnks thnks

[@D3Sshooter]

Most welcome

[@mikakolari3201]

Are those wheel spacers legal in Belgium?

[@D3Sshooter]

No they are not.... Not for street use... Silly but a reality... what most people do is get the MOT without, go home and fit them again.

[@jimm604]

Excellent instruction and camera work. Perfect timing too as it's an upcoming project on my 68. Upgrading the roadster to GT springs. Love your shop. Thank you.

[@ianactually]

Just replaced the springs on my GT - may all MGBs sing in future harmony for our efforts, and my fractured finger!

[@jabberjab]

Very informative and nicely presented, thanks! 😀

[@D3Sshooter]

Thanks for the comments

[@petercurtis1976]

Great video again Steve. I have a bit of tool envy going on but now I’ve seen how it’s done I feel confident enough to check out my leaf springs and bushes over the winter while my B is off the road.

[@mikegordon2840]

Great video

[@robertbaron8496]

Excellent..

[@kevinsedo6869]

Greasing those springs is absolutely worth the effort , they move freer and is one of those things that add to the competitive edge , all the tiny things added together make the difference !

[@RandomGuyDan]

Interesting and informative as always. The consensus over at the MG Experience from the guys who race MGB's is that the car performs best with stiffer front springs but stock or slightly softer rear.

[@D3Sshooter]

Indeed, thanks for the comments

[@stevenserabian7366]

Restoring my 72 MGB roadster and about to tackle the same activity. Stumbled across your video. Great explanation and camera work. I know first hand thru my own KZbin channel (MaggiesMakeover) that it takes 3 time longer to do anything on the car given that you have to not only be the mechanic, but the videographer as well as the actor. Well done sir and you picked up another subscriber.

[@D3Sshooter]

Thanks, I will have a look at your channel... Indeed it takes a lot of time if you are the actor, the worker, cameraman, and the editor all in one.....

[@ashleyjames308]

They’re a very harsh ride so why not a single leaf springs and stronger shocks. Much better to drive.

[@D3Sshooter]

All options,

[@davidgerrard8661]

Not very strong for v8 torque

[@ashleyjames308]

A single leaf has to be stronger than multi leaf if you think about it. That’s why American muscle cars often have them. The advantage is no friction between the leaves. The Rover V8 isn’t very powerful anyway

[@davidgerrard8661]

@@ashleyjames308 the axle on mgb has no other locating points like a 4 link so the springs "tramp"

[@ashleyjames308]

The single leaf has the strength of a multi leaf, but without the friction. The ride is better, otherwise no change v

[@tkreitler]

Thank you for this. I have watched many of your videos because I simply enjoy your style and content. I am doing front and rear suspension bushings, lever shock rebuild, and new rear springs on my MGB roadster this winter, this video is very helpful. How do you know how much to tighten the nuts on the U-bolts? I'm guessing there is a torque value I could look up.

[@D3Sshooter]

Awesome, thank you! there is no torque value in the manual as far as I could tell , so I use common sense , as you do want to destroy the rubber padding..

[@lawrencesargant1669]

Great job some useful tips thanks a lot👍

[@bshnabel]

Excellent

[@D3Sshooter]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@hankpb1]

what torque setting did you use

[@tremere613]

I love your videos and thank you for posting this one! But if possible it might be worth doing over again in a safer manner. I worry someone who is younger and less experienced may try to perform this task and injure themselves. Again your videos are amazing and I love the channel! Would just love to see the work done for a broader audience.

[@michaelmenard8913]

I see no issues as long as they have more tools than credit cards...

[@D3Sshooter]

Thank you for the comments, I am not sure what was unsafe in this video as the car was on a lift , the rear axle supported. Can you tell us what else could be done to make it even more secure ? Having the car on a good quality stand ( both sides), supporting the with an additional jack or stand the rear axle on the side you are working on and at last a smaller jack to jack up that spring... Should be fine as long as people pay attention. I have seen people lossing a finger when working on coil springs...

[@D3Sshooter]

@@michaelmenard8913 , Wel you have a point.... You need tools but all by all its two stands ( which most have) and two jacks... to work safely... No need for a lift.... It will take a bit longer and yes you will need to get partial under the car but from the side...

[@tremere613]

I was wondering if the “long bolt” method could have been used or perhaps a speciality tool to ensure/guarantee that if someone were to not align everything perfectly nothing happens. Even a chain perhaps when all else fails as a secondary safety precaution. Just food for thought.. You are an amazing source of knowledge and I’m learning so much watching your videos!! Thank you once again!

[@michaelmenard8913]

@@D3Sshooter I find many on the mg and mitsu montero sites, that few have acually spun wrenches. And you show and explain exaclty how a leaf set is changed.And that can only be done when someone has actually done it. Some are adept at it, and others not. ie, we have a term in US, 'there is a difference between a mechanic, and a parts replacer' And you sir are a true mechanic ! Do you actually have a website to send an email to? I have heard of cases where one could remove a smaller leaf, and flip the #2 leaf 180° This is more competion directed.

[@americanpatriot2422]

Great video and presentation

[@D3Sshooter]

Thank you kindly!

[@fiatp-gr4pv]

😂😂 I can't believe you didn't think of simply lowering the axle onto the spring!

[@emmajacobs5575]

I wondered about that, too, but if you look closely, you can see the droop strap is already at maximum extent, so no more downwards movement for the axle.

[@jongutwin]

😂😂 I can't believe you thought you knew better!

[@michaelmenard8913]

I did not even notice the drop strap! Good call !

[@D3Sshooter]

I did, the only issues are the straps and the exhaust pipe, the straps are at max length and the pipe was in the way. Besides the fact that you don't want to bend the other side ( spring still in place)

[@D3Sshooter]

@@emmajacobs5575 Indeed and the exhaust pipe