THE RWMGB pt.1: I BOUGHT AN ABANDONED MGB GT

[@tydontdy3459]

"We'll peel some of this rust back... And decide how we wanna repair it" *Cut to sawzall* lol K20 swap would be sick too

[@ffturbo]

With itbs it would be fire

[@MarioFunk]

K-Swap would be sick, but the front crossmember lives where the front sump on the K20/K24 is. But, Fast Cars makes a dope IFS that completely modernizes the front suspension, and may allow enough space for the K to cohabitate.

[@brad3245]

Might be just a me thing but I want to see a big ass Hemi in it

[@carneasada3693]

Once he said “these wheels aren’t gonna work we need to go wider” I liked this video

[@MooseOnTheLeft]

He basically wide bodies every build

[@Somebody_1337]

Topless G10 van that we bought (...) if you guys want to see that let me know in the comments below, we wanna wide body it haha :D

[@johnathancrumm]

I love the video! I also liked how you referenced RWB and the end of the MGB video.

[@Almightyrastus]

One of the problems with those carbs, especially after having stood for a while, is that they need a touch of oil in them. Unscrew the black caps on the tops, pull out the rod and plunger, then put in some light engine oil. That should free things up.

[@BUILTOFFICIAL]

thank you!!!

[@Almightyrastus]

@@BUILTOFFICIAL No worries. I had a similar twin carb setup on a Landrover with a 3.5l Rover V8 in it and these need a little oil from time to time just to keep that sliding section moving properly.

[@rohromatic]

@@BUILTOFFICIAL ATF not oil

[@samcollins5925]

Pretty sure the book says to use whatever engine oil you are running. But you can use either ive used both in my austin healey sprite. Oil is just to dampen the piston movement. Just got done rebuilding mine the other day.

[@trevorpeauk3931]

Strip and clean the SU’s. Then set them up to be perfectly matched (air and fuel etc). Once done, with tappers and all adjusted, she will run like a well oiled sewing machine.

[@jakobsmith5575]

I love the MGB GT ! I always wanted to do a K swap on one

[@BUILTOFFICIAL]

Yeah this one will likely need a swap in the near future

[@patrickpatrick5078]

K swap would be awesome

[@fuckngreat8955]

@@BUILTOFFICIAL k swap

[@upnorthviking823]

Hell yeah do it! Having a lightweight engine feels so much better! Inline 6 and v8s i still love them,but my k20 runs 12.98 Stock engine.in my area its a good competitor on the street.i run against many bikes,they dont beleive me when we talk after!Just gotta know what to do with them

[@hughwillcox5472]

@BUILT OFFICIAL i have a mgb gt in england most things that fit miatas will fit the mgb but everyone has done that was thinking about building one with a beams 4sge or getting an audi tt and all wheel drive swap on for a good track car Miata seats are recommended because they affordable and work Miata rear axle will be good for adjustability Are you going to sebring convert it You could run a massive turbo until the pig iron block blows

[@troyharris7264]

I’ve had many of these over the year’s. Actually in the middle of a GT project now where I’m installing a supercharger. The MG community is pretty solid and is always willing to lend a hand and answer any technical questions. Feel free to reach out to me if you need anything! Also - the twin SU carbs work in tandem, not as a primary/secondary setup. You’ll need to balance them out and sync them up to get them dialed in. Once they are dialed in though, it’s a simple and hard to beat carb setup.

[@riversharp180]

My uncle has a junk yard of these cars well I belive 5 of them some rusty up bad and 2 of them in really good shape I am sure he would practically give them away just to get them out of his way

[@TDC_Drako]

let me get one of them 😂

[@matu-nuts7074]

Try hook him up

[@nomercy4521]

I can try to take one off his hands.

[@barbaraannen8126]

Where are you located?

[@brandonstockton4289]

I freaking love these cars, I have never seen them modified so I am so excited for the series! Great choice man!

[@peterdering4922]

SU carbs were common in UK which is where this car is from, they were used in Jags, Triumphs, Rileys, Minis in fact most of the British Leyland group, if you do strip them down check the valve above the float bowl they very often stick.

[@justwheels5984]

Both su carbs should operate together I had twin su carbs on my mini and they opened at the same time

[@pulser8973]

24:17 I see a winch in your future for the garage? Food for thought anyway =D

[@namesalvaje]

That's exactly what I was thinking

[@ryanjohnson1641]

I have to say man, I absolutely love your selection and for cars to work on for your channel. The Corolla and this mgb are 2 of the coolest cars I've seen on a KZbin channel and I'm so excited to see what you do with this project. I also think it's better for you to get the one in worse shape because it teaches you more!!! Keep up the amazing videos man. You're an inspiration not only for cars but as a father as well.

[@anonymousking4029]

Omg I love this I have an 1972 MGB GT 1.8L Myself I’m going to enjoy this

[@rendiandrian1047]

Caleb, keep it low profile as long as you can. That's ur unique. U build car as cheap as possible, u involve ur kids, dad, wife, event ur friend. Thanks man for ur videos, i love 'em.

[@breake]

man you are so Humble and unique keep doing that good job!!!!!! have fun!!!!!

[@mrimhudson]

In the UK you can buy every part to make new one. You can buy seat foam

[@joyridaz]

HF winch for the garage! Loving this new build!

[@cakeofthepan2233]

do it proud brother..I love that last old AD:)

[@FRKahs]

If the end clip is a clue to what is coming for this car, its going to be nuts. Make Nakai-san proud.

[@jayacourt8282]

Being a Brit (and 43) I love these cars and saw lots of them about when I was growing up. Fewer now but still a great shape and styled car, timeless and iconic. Looking forward to this build! 👌🏻🇬🇧

[@nurvioshd8360]

Welcome to the mg family bro! Can't wait to see the final build

[@jimray9505]

Glad to see you are restoring yet another forgotten MGB. To clear up a few comments. 1st, these are not rare cars. Over 500K produced from 1963 - 1991 with 300K shipped to North America. Your car is a late 1974 model which was changed mid-year to rubber bumpers to meet US safety standards. Early 74 models still had the chrome bumpers. SU carburetors are common on British cars and extremely reliable when properly tuned. A good reference to the history of these cars can be found at en.wikipedia.org/wiki/MG_MGB I look forward to following the progress of this project.

[@bertwall]

This Channel has moved to the next level, and surpassed some of your contemporaries.

[@SupaDupaQESA]

RWB style MGB? Sign me in!

[@solomonsylvester3544]

I would like to thank you for putting this content out here, I have recently been looking for an MGB to put together for the summer. There is very little content on the Internet about these things. I am so glad that I stumbled upon this!

[@carlfeltis4712]

Truly after my heart, dude. I have a '75 Corolla right now and I had a '74 MG BGT back in college. That car was a blast to drive. Slow as hell, but tail happy and very loud, with all the big pops and bangs you wanted from your 'rolla haha. You're gonna love this thing. Enjoy it, man!

[@BUILTOFFICIAL]

haha thanks bro! good taste

[@JTuned_Garage]

Definitely have been part of the audience since that video with the stand alone fuel that was built... love the videos, continue to live love laugh and taking care of the family. Family 1st

[@donovanvictor1563]

Yes I know I definitely want to see more on the G20. Hopefully theres a big enough following. This is a very unique car, I know ive never even heard of it and cant wait to see her get wiiiiide

[@rafaelsalazar7435]

I restored several MGs and MGBs in the early through mid 90s... The US version was made in Canada and actually, it´s an exact, but mirror image version (even engine parts) of the Brit car (which of course it´s a right seat driver) You can go to Victoria British Ltd. web page and actually order pretty much any part for this car (including that dash cover, wheels, original seat covers, etc.)... they actually still manufacture anything for it! Nice proyect! Good luck

[@rohromatic]

put some ATF in the carburetor... realy, they need it.... check the membrane inside the carburetor domes. they are not primary, secondary, they work simultaneity

[@BUILTOFFICIAL]

cool i will

[@geoffersmaher]

So glad to see this build, and a better view after the q & a

[@joshuagoertz61]

Replacing those crazy rotary arm shocks with coil overs will be fun.

[@jakeadams1423]

Each car is more ambitious good to see u taking on bigger projects

[@giftdcam8472]

Love the new build man!! I love all the builds actually lol. You definitely build some cool cars. I’ve been building for years too but lose every project somehow smh. But I finally have an 82 Berlinetta Camaro that will be finished this week. Have couple of iPhone vids on here but need to do better quality to show it. Hope to see more amazing builds soon man! Your an inspiration, keep bringing them back to life lol. And not too many people truly try to show fab tips like you do.

[@petescarport]

Such a badass car and build. I wanted one so bad. I have a 63 austin healey and it's a blast to drive. Just did a small build series on my channel and plan to do a full restore soon.

[@akrilicwarlock]

Step 1: Rebuild the carbs. Like you mentioned, you should only need the parts that are broken, but the complete rebuild kits are 1/6 the price of a whole new SU HIF4 carb. Mentioned previously in chat, these carbs are designed to work in tandem. The amount of air being allowed into each needs be synchronized. Step 2: Fuel delivery. I just finished rebuilding the trunk and fuel tank. Let me know if you have any questions. reddit.com/r/MorrisGarages will have all the answers youll seek. Plus, I know theyd love to see a Blaze Orange B!

[@bazilwreckerloughead]

That's a really nice little car. I want to see more on that crazy van. You should consider mounting a wench inside of your garage for bringing in broken cars, a Friend of mine did that; he mounted a plate into the floor for wench mounting when he poured the floor.

[@vwdubnut7437]

Yes.. a British sports car. Still plenty of them on the road over here. Looking forward to see what you do with it. Nice!! 🇬🇧👍

[@hawai4me2]

1 carb 2cylinders. Ie: 2 carbs 4 cylinders. My datsun roaster has the same SU or solux carbs. Old Zs same carbs

[@BUILTOFFICIAL]

ah very cool

[@bbrut3332]

Built Offical, have you done any research on the MGB you tube sites. For parts you might join and look for the BMC company who specializes in MGAs and Bs. The easiest engine swap appears to be a 3.4 L 93 to 95 Camaro V6 with a 5 speed or auto. Google it. Lots of good info. I have just bought an 80 B roadster with the only rust I can find is a small amount near the drivers feet. I also purchase a 95 Camaro with the 3.4 and 5 spd for $300. Engine runs and trans shifts. The amazing thing the body panels on the Camaro are straight and rust free. Anyone need Camaro parts for 24 Hours of Lemons in East Texas?

[@nomercy4521]

I literally just bought a 1971 white MGB GT 3 weeks ago that the plate has a 91 sticker on. Some parts are in better shape than yours, and other parts are in worse shape. Not running or driving. I got it running really well last week and all the brakes working, now I'm trying to get the transmission system squared away so I can drive it. I loved the RWB reference at the end. It's what I want to do to mine. Looking into how to make my GT into a 5 lung and doing a v6 engine swap. I would love to put in the Ford Ecoboost, but not sure I can find that for a reasonable price.

[@WalkableBuffalo]

Now this is the kind of content I like to see! It always saddens me as a Brit that most MGBs were exported to America, far less in the UK now. But my dream project is also an MGB GT :D

[@briancorrigan5350]

I owned a 72 MGB-GT in the early 90s. Rebuilt the engine .040 over, Daily driver from Queens into Manhattan down by South Street. On a quiet night though you could hear it rust. Finally tackled the body. Dropped the entire driveline, and modified two cheap harbor freight engine stands to make a low budget rotisserie. The sills are a 5 piece design. Yours are shot, they all are shot. They come frrom the factory that way. I bought a Mig welder from Costco and replaced all of it, and the floors and supporting crossmembers and bottoms of fenders and on and on. Zinc rich epoxy primered the hell out of it, All of the sheetmetal for this car is still available from Moss Motors, Victoria British, NorthWest Imports, and there are a bunch of others. Your year got hit with the fugly stick by way of increased ride height and big ugly rubber bumpers to meet US federal crash standards. You can do a chrome bumper swap if you like. I believe it requires new front fenders though, and maybe a crossmember...I'm a little fuzzy on that. Eventually I swapped in a 3.4 liter V6 from and early 90s Camaro, a T5 box and a Haltech E6K. Great looking car. A Publication called Practical Classics (in england) did a great series on a full restoration of a BGT in their magazines and then compiled it into a stand alone book. Mine is still in the garage library somewhere. The MGB Experience is a great website and forum where you will find lots of engine swap ideas. Ecotecs seem to be the thing now. It is a great GT car for a long drive on backroad highways. The suspension is prehistoric with a gizmo called lever arm dampers up front and leaf spring and live axle in the rear. And drum brakes out back. Bill Guzman in California makes a complete front and rear suspension swap for the car to something modern if you want to resto-mod it. Ther is another outfit that does aas well, blanking on the name,,,something "Fast". The full amperage of the headlights runs through the rocker switch on the dash . The contacts on the switch will pit and stop working if you ae lucky, burn if you are not. Check it. Better yet, put some realys near the headlights and use the switch to trigger the relays with low amps rather than power the headlights directly. Whack the fuel pump with a rubber mallet if it stops working. It has a set of points inside and they hang up/get pitted. Better still, new lines and a modern low pressure fuel pump for a carb'd engine for small money from Summit or Jegs, That engine is HEAVY for what it is, all thick cast iron. Yours may be lower compression than the pre EPA versions. Lowering compression was one way to get early 70s cars to pass US emissions standards which just started at the time. It's why all the early 70s cars are so gutless. If you are looking for ideas, don't overpower it with a V8. It's not the power but the weight that makes them a pig. A high power high revving four is more in keeping with the nature of the beast, and it won't ruin the balance. The MG handled better than it should considering the lowly specs because its secret weapon was light weight and a rigid chassis. The V6 swap I did weighed in about the same or less than the original 4 cylinder since it had aluminum heads and modern thin wall casting of the block. The racing versions had bumper deletes adn wide flares, a pretty cool look if you know anyone into flares. Good luck with the build. The rust is the killer.

[@slackwire_55]

Well Kaleb, those are SU carbs and they are supposed to open together for performance. Very simple and very efficient when they are working properly. They are used on a lot of imports for the more sports type trim. Usually the pintle and diaphram need cleaning and the jets are larger depending on the size of the engine.

[@clay8430]

Hey you need to mount a winch in your shop to pull vehicles in

[@BUILTOFFICIAL]

YES! Definitely

[@stratac30]

The car is fitted with a pair of SU HIF 4 carburettors, HIF standing for horizontal integral float, the carbs are linked and balanced so when you operate the throttle they both open at the same time. You basically have a carb per two cylinders. The SU’s are easy to restore and set up. If going for an engine swap go for the Rover V8 option, it’s an easy conversation. An interesting conversion back in the UK is fitting a Rover T16 engine, which is an in-line 4 cylinder 16 valve OHC engine which puts out about 145bhp, but even better is the Turbo option which pushes it up to 200bhp!

[@cwrhoades]

Was that Akira Nakai from RWB at the end? Is that an idea of the direction you're going to take? That will be SICK! Also, greetings from Loganville, GA!

[@prkidd23tc]

Chris Rhoades yeah I saw that too. I was going to ask the same question.

[@Chumley360]

You're my hero. I've been plotting either a MGB or Spitfire custom build for a few months, just need to find that "right" car. BMW I6 might be good something else to consider is the Volvo 5-cylinder. They sound awesome, even the N/A ones, and the Volvo guys make T5 5-speed and CDOO9 adapters for them.

[@FlesHBoX]

With the amount of rust there, I really think your best bet is going to be a full strip down. Tear out everything, maybe even down to bare metal, cut out and replace the really bad stuff, and patch up the smaller tumors. As for engine, as much as I love the i6, I say stay with a 4 cylinder. Maybe see if you can find an NC mx5 1.8 or 2.0 engine for it. As light as those things are, you don't need silly HP numbers. 250 wheel would make that a ridiculous amount of fun, which is achievable with a turbo on those engines. If you REALLY want an i6, go NA 1J. Also, you might look into having the stock seats reupholstered (or maybe even learning to do it yourself). It depends on whether the frames are still good, or if they've started to rot as well, but it would be cool to retain the stock look of the interior.

[@jase_llan]

As a Brit, we're pretty familiar with the MGBs and there are still a few pottering about!

[@captaindidy]

Great video! You are getting very good at your commentary, you had my attention start to finish on a 26 minute video, which is rare. :)

[@markstevens4404]

I have those carbs on my mini, if you get stuck I would be happy to try and advise!! Can't wait to see what you do to this classic!

[@noideaauto]

Oh that thing actually sounded good man. Also I loved that ending!

[@IMasterP_10]

At 24:18 what you need so you dont have that problem in the future when having an unrunning car is to buy an electric winch for your garage.

[@dustyumbreon5472]

i haven't seen this style of mg before and i have to say it looks absolutely beautiful

[@EmilioShack1982emilioRoman]

12:38 My boy took a wiff and thought "This shit do be smelling like doodoo"

[@ronsre-creations5289]

Hi Great build project ! Color is like a Trans Am series 70 BOSS 302 school buss yellow with the black graphics, looks classic ! Fender headlight bucket area of the fenders have a 280/240 Z look to them, Sharp ! I think a silver metallic grey like Sean Connery's/James Bond's Austin Martin DB Ride with a dark red interior would look Killer ! JMO though it's your build ! Just do it justice, not corny goofy ;) Thumbs Up !

[@chriserickson1972]

They are called twin SU's and both carburetors work in sync with each other. You must measure equal air intake with a Unisyn and then modulate fuel at the same time. I've tuned them a thousand times. Drive for 30 minutes and retune again.

[@jeffsheppard_actor]

love the mgb gt. this is gonna be a sick build bro. if it goes up for sale, i just might need to write a check. i've been wanting to pick one of these up for a while to do a v8 swap. hope that's the direction you go.

[@nomercy4521]

So on your SU carbs, if you look at the full intake system you should be able to tell that each carb runs 2 cylinders. So they both operate at the same time and you do have to tune and balance the carbs together, something I've seen a lot of on older motorcycles. Nothing more pain than trying to tune an inline 4 with individual carburetors for each cylinder.

[@kennethsiskin9958]

Miata seats..dash cover....make your own door panels.....Buick 215 v8. Small Aluminum block weight less than the inline 4.

[@therealboofighter]

This will be a cool build, I have liked these cars for a long time.

[@adamhead5598]

Heck yeah man. Super pumped for this build. It might be my favorite 🤔 🤯

[@rcsoundn1]

Bolt a HF winch to the back wall, cheap and effective solution

[@radoriAUA]

yes please, vans are dope

[@LifeVacEurope]

Oh yessss! Looking forward to this one!

[@BUILTOFFICIAL]

me too!

[@David-wy9jl]

subscribed. I have an early 74 MGBGT. FYI, The GT was designed by a famous Italian car designer called Pinnifarinna or something like that. Rubber bumper GT's are well respected in the US. Very few imported into the US, making them quite rare. Best of luck

[@medievalmodeler4595]

“I feel said for them and I have to fix them” - you and me both, brother! Only about 1,400 rubber bumper GTs imported - save it!

[@ronsre-creations5289]

Those carbs require a balancing vacum tool to balance the carbs to equilize the volume of air. Any adjusting without this tool is totally futile. Just some friendly advice.

[@julioarocho7553]

Nice and it's rockin Nissan rims.... Drop in some side draft webbers....

[@Bertsretrorides]

Looking forward to watching a build! 👍

[@AFExploration]

mx5 lump in it, got to keep that colour and those graphics

[@bearallb]

A tip for moving cars that dont run into your garage . Just get a portable winch and attach it to your back wall . it will save your back . The MGB GT is a cool little car .

[@SMD-si7fm]

Yeah. Because a wall pulling 2000+ pounds seems safe.

[@f.o.e.garage9336]

"Its gonna be a Built Life"... dude I F&@#!×€ love that! I wish i had a "Built Life" car!

[@mantalex4969]

If you want, you could always put a Mantell Motorsport V8 kit in it and make it 200 more HP and only 60 lb heavier

[@jayinmi3706]

Rover/Buick V8 would be cool, and I've seen 3.8L GM V6's in them before. So, maybe a Grand National (or Turbo T-Type) engine? (Or something like an RB28 with Webers.)

[@OutdoorAviator]

This is such a BUILT car it screams you lol. Love it can't wait to see how it will look like at the end

[@BUILTOFFICIAL]

haha i know its like my spirit animal

[@longside9173]

NICE MGB LOVE IT CANT WAIT ..

[@Ironhead12]

MGB is nice cars. Vintage racing in British Racing green. Nostalgia

[@cliptheelder3262]

Mgb gts after a great beginner classic here in UK. Still relitivly cheap too. Be great to see what you guys do with it

[@toddster772008]

I’m excited for what you got in store for this car man. 👍up

[@kennyboone2278]

I have heard that people tend to put supercharged V6's from Grand Prix GTP's or from Bonneville's. I think that would be pretty awesome!

[@illKRYPTONiTE]

I agree on a k swap. But with the prices they are selling at nowadays and the size of the car you could B series swap it and it would still be a monster. More common to come by and half the price.

[@jordancadet7374]

Yessssssss!!!! That's amazing

[@BUILTOFFICIAL]

thanks bro!

[@frankiewalnuts]

A Great British classic... Nice - you know you can buy wide body racing arches off the shelf for these?

[@islothplays3609]

Cant wait for alot of vids !!

[@BUILTOFFICIAL]

they're coming

[@islothplays3609]

@@BUILTOFFICIAL u replied😱❤

[@19kirk75]

SU carbs are a PITA to tune, but worth the effort. used to run triple SUs on an old Mini and also so old Holdens.

[@j.a.r.family2576]

Slam it on it's nuts, on 17inch STR 5 spoke concave,heavy camber, plastidip same color that's on it with a matte finish, kseries swap, rhino line the interior with a retrofit dash . I'd love to have this project. It's so dope

[@benhawke4325]

where do you find all of these cars? also so hyped to see this series i love it

[@shawndavis1720]

Dude, look up “university motors” John Twist videos for everything mgb

[@RandomGuyDan]

Sadly the shop closed a few years back when he finally retired, but his KZbin channel is great and I think that he will still answer e-mails with questions

[@UPHOTO75]

It's tough to get an inline 6 in there as they are usually too tall for the engine bay. Most people put 302 v8, some have done LS6 but by far the easiest swap is the 60 deg V6 family from GM.

[@freemantwins8731]

I said I said I said it before and I'll say it again. 1UZ swap! Lol. Love these cars and I've always wanted one.

[@cobaltlukather9045]

nice, a baby Aston DB5! you see Kordare's widebody Mustang? a widebody that takes the original body lines and spaces them out some would be really cool and absolutely bring back the chopped up van!

[@cobaltlukather9045]

ever see motorcycle engine swaps? since you want a straight six, BMW makes a motorcycle called the K1600B. swapping that 1.6L inline-six engine, wiring harness, dash, etc. into this lil thing would make a proper noise and real good power! (160hp, 129lb-ft)

[@StaredownGames]

"And I see them sitting, and I have to save them". Made me look at the Pontiac that's been in the driveway for 1.5 yrs. Guilty.

[@Burntwaffle9699]

How cool, I’ve lived in Lawrenceville since the early 2000s when I moved from Europe. Cool project.

[@willmatic84]

😎🙌🏽 2jz or a 1jz thank me later 😄👍 I love that you bring rare cars back to life

[@mateotestoni2614]

You could put a winch on the wall in front of the door to pull the broken cars in, for me it works perfectly. Put bolts through the whole wall though otherwise it's gonna fall off.

[@Jupiter__001_]

Those carbs do not work in a primary-secondary way as you Americans are accustomed to with fixed-venturi carburettors. Rather, they are two separate carburettors entirely, each feeding two cylinders only, with each cylinder therefore having its own throttlebody.

[@johnsnider3400]

Stock hoods were steel, except for some of the very early 60s models. WELD AWAY! I do have a hood, but am near the WV/PA border...

[@richardculbertson8027]

Class project dude. Can I ask what would you do to a classic mini as I'm very curious

[@Allen00410]

Love the mgb GT, Should put a sebring kit on it 😁