Larry.......
It can be done but you will have to use the 18GK flywheel and the later
style starter motor.
Lawrie
-----Original Message-----
From: Larry Hoy <larryhoy@cwix.com>
To: MG List <mgs@autox.team.net>
Date: Monday, January 25, 1999 10:22 PM
Subject: MGB crankshaft swap
>I have an engine that I'm trying to "save" I believe it is 18GB engine (no
ID
>plate). It has a bad crank.
>
>I have a crank from a 18GK engine I would like to install into the above
>mentioned engine. I thought this was a good plan until I noticed the
>crankshafts appear different. As well as the connecting rods.
>
>Clausager in the Original MGB says, "Three different types of crankshafts
are
>quoted for the 18GB engines without change points indicated, but they are
all
>interchangeable". But what about from a 18GK to an 18GB?
>
>So what does the list say. Bad idea? Suggestions?
>
>Larry Hoy
>http://home.cwix.com/~larryhoy@cwix.com/
>
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