Parts availability is amazing compared to what you're used to with the
roadster. Glass emblems, suspension, etc. The hardest parts to find
will be the Nissan parts you're going to want to swap in. 5 speed from
a late 70s early 80s 210 (not b210) will fit the "A" series motor with
a conversion kit. The J13 is a clone of the larger MGB motor, so I
don't think that's a go. If you find a 210 engine/tranny combo, an a14
with the 5 speed, you'd have a nice dependable driver. If you want
scary-fast look into a rotary conversion :-)
On Aug 12, 2004, at 7:51 AM, Hall, Phillip wrote:
> He calls it a Midget but has the Sprite emblem on the trunk so I think
> it is
> a cross over year.
Hence the term: Spridget
> It has been years sense I have messed with an old MG and
> know nothing about parts availability. Anyone on the list up to speed
> on
> these cars??? If I remember right, the transmissions were always a
> problem
> and not cheap.
>
> If parts are cheap enough I could fix it up for a little driver for my
> niece. Could I put a Datsun 1300 motor trans in it? I have a complete
> spare 1600 Roadster motor, 4 speed but I don't think it would fit.
>
> Have a great day!
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