I feel that Porter's book is hugely overrated. I own it, and also owned his
book on Modifications to the MGB, which IMHO was worth even less(sold it).
The major shortcoming from my perspective is that Porter glosses over
everything.
Jim Tyler has written a very good book, titled "MGB: Restoration,
Preparation, Maintenance". I would spend the money on this before Porter's
book. I am not saying Porter's book is without value, and I find it a
valuable reference. I would recommend buying both, but if you were going to
buy only one, Tyler's book would be it.
All the usual disclaimers apply!
Regards,
Chris
> -----Original Message-----
> From: owner-mgs@autox.team.net [mailto:owner-mgs@autox.team.net]On
> Behalf Of Joseph Cianciotti
> Sent: Friday, July 17, 1998 2:41 PM
> To: ClanWulf@aol.com; mg mailing list
> Subject: Re: restoration help
>
>
> On Thu, 16 Jul 1998 12:28:10 EDT, ClanWulf@aol.com asks:
> >
> <SNIP>
> >I was wondering if there were any good books on restoring mgbs.
>
>
> Sean,
> There are a number of good books. Lindsay Porter's Guide to Purchase and
> Restoration (At least I think that's the title.) is probably the best. It
> has loads of pictures and detailed instructions. Good Luck.
>
> Joseph
> 67 Roadster
>
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