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Re: How to mount early engine in later car

To: image <image77@ibm.net>
Subject: Re: How to mount early engine in later car
From: Hal Rogers <hdrsons@iamerica.net>
Date: Fri, 30 Oct 1998 17:10:14 -0600
image wrote:
> 
> I am trying to install an earlier 5 main engine in my 79 MGB. The front
> motor mounts are different. Can I put the later style front plate on the
> older engine, so as to use the later mounts that are correct for the car? If
> not, what do I do?
> 
> I'm very excited about getting this car back on the road after about six
> months of down time.
> 
> Thank you in advance!
> 
> Jason

You can change to the newer style front plate and of course use the
proper new round mounts and brackets. Seem to recall one style of block
where there is something different about the casting that can cause a
little difficulty.

Best Regards, 
Hal Rogers
H.D. Rogers & Sons
Import Auto Specialists 
3418 Barksdale Blvd.
Bossier City LA 71112 USA
(318) 742-3651 phone           (318) 742-5044 fax
http://www.hdrogers.com

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