Have a look at http://www.mgcars.org.uk/v8conv/v8conv1.html
This is from a UK mob who do the conversions, but it's got more details than
anywhere else I've seen on what's involved and what works.
Tim
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Glen R. Wilson [SMTP:GlenWilson@worldnet.att.net]
> Sent: Friday, January 15, 1999 4:56 AM
> To: mgb-v8@triumph.cs.utah.edu
> Subject: MGB-GT V8 engine choice
>
>
> I know the Rover V8 from a 1970 3500S will not clear the hood with
> the standard Rover SU intake manifold.
>
> How about a standard 1980 SD1 fuel injected engine?
>
> How about a JWR/DualPort with a Holley 390?
>
> How about a JWR/DualPort with an Edelbrock 1404 500CFM?
>
> Would any or all of these fit?
>
> Also, are the headers needed for the MGB installation all horribly
> expensive or are there reasonably priced alternatives?
>
> The stock SD1 exhaust manifolds are pretty compact. I'm surprised
> they do not fit.
>
> Glen
>
> Glen R. Wilson <GlenWilson@worldnet.att.net>
>
> Suburban Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
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