Russell-
As I am sure others will tell you, you have the most difficult MG to
convert to a V8, but it can be done.
Your car has a smaller engine bay, as defined by the inner fenders, than
later, rubber bumper cars. This means more "dressing" to allow room for
the exhaust manifolds/ headers.
You also have a different transmission tunnel than 1967(?) up cars,
which either limits you to the old Chevy T-50 5-speed, or means a lot of
fabrication to make room for a T-5 Chevy or Rover 5-speed.
I suggest you start by reading "How to Give Your MGB V-8 Power" by Roger
Williams, & at least consider using a later model roadster . You might
be able to swap your early car for a 1977 & put money in your pocket
while reducing the difficulty of the conversion.
I have over 200,000 V-8 miles under my belt, & wouldn't think of driving
anything else, except maybe a pickup truck to chase parts
Jim Stuart
2 V8's, no dollars or sense
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