> Now for some true MG content! The MGA has a piece of wood
> screw into the front part of the bonnet between the frame and
> the skin behind the latch "spear." The wood is well worn and fits
> perfectly- it might even be slightly curved to fit- so it almost looks
> original.
Yep ...
> What purpose does this piece of wood fulfil? I haven't seen it in
> any of the parts books.
... used to attach the horse hair pad ... ;^)
> Also, MGA's are, I believe, supposed to have a horse hair pad
> that seals the area over the radiator. Mine does not have this
> device and, again, I have not seen it offered by the major
> suppliers. Any comment on the necessity and availability of
> this component?
Clark Spares & Restorations stocks them ...forces the air through
the radiator ... IMHO, good bit to install.
Note: I still don't understand why an SU can't compensate
for engine load ... ;^)
Safety Fast! ... larry.g.unger@lmco.com
'61 MGA 1600 MkII
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