Hi all! I just bought my first British, a 71 MGB Roadster, does not run, and
am about to embark on a wonderful adventure in weekend mechanics! First
problem, PO says it used to drain the batteries (something about headlights,
maybe) every 2 or 3 days. Then it sat for about 18 months, so the batteries
are flat dead. First question for you all, is there a way or procedure for
installing a single 12v battery instead of the twin 6's? I know this may be
blasphemous, but I am pretty broke, and I have a feeling a single common
battery would be cheaper. I also can't do much other engine or electrical
work until I get power in the vehicle. PO said she thought it was easy to do,
but required a different alternator. Any hints or tips are greatly
appreciated!
-Greg, 71B
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