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MG MGA - MGA Coupe door lock

I have nearly completed the restoration of my coupe. I have keys and the tumbler for my door but my barrel was destroyed. Where can I find a replacement?!!!
gerard hutchinson

MG likely obtained them from the same supplier that made them for Jag, Healy, Triumph, etc. I needed one in '74. A Brit car garage picked one out of a door from who knows what out behind the shop. It fit just fine.
MAndrus

That's a good tip. There are a couple MG garages here to contact.
gerard hutchinson

Gerard,
Contact Pete Groh at British Car Keys. He's a big help. http://www.britishcarkeys.com

Jim
JL Cheatham

Thanks Jim!
gerard hutchinson

UPDATE: Turns out I have a barrel and the tumbler, but what I don't have is the other little parts:
gerard hutchinson

see photos (keys are not in the photo)

gerard hutchinson

I have the whole assembly still in a door Gerald. I'll get it out tommorow and post some pics.It's yours for the shipping if you want it.
gary starr

Thanks Gary! That's great! I have been told by a fairly knowledgeable source that the lock and key assembly for the glove box for the 1962-1967 MGB will also work. I am hopeful it will work and even if it does I will probably want a spare!
gerard hutchinson

Sorry for the delay Gerard,got distracted,here's a pic email me your address if you want it.Interesting on the MGB part let us know if it will work if you persue that option

gary starr

Hey Gary! Thanks! I should receive the MGB part any day now and will let you know if/how it works.

Just in case...I'll send you my address.
gerard hutchinson

UPDATE: It turns out the glove box lock assembly & key (163-520) for the 1962-1967 MGB is an exact fit for the MGA Coupe door.

It is installed and working great!
gerard hutchinson

This thread was discussed between 27/04/2015 and 09/05/2015

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