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MG MGB GT V8 Factory Originals Technical - Engine adapter plates!

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Has anyone used one of these? I would assume that this should mate the Buick/Rover engines to a Chevy T5.

Kelly
Kelly Combes

The 215/Rover engine block pattern is unique & not shared with any other engine by any other manufacturer. The Jeggs product applies to the standard BOP pattern, not the 215/Rover.
Jim Stuart

I knew it was too good to be true. Seeing the BOP, I didn't think of any other apps other than "ours". :)


Kelly Combes

Does a Buick 300 used the standard BOP pattern?
Al Wulf

The Buick 300 has a standard BOP bolt pattern, & can use any of the 60's, 70's & maybe 80's BOP bell housings. Maybe later if they are V8 rear wheel drive, if they existed.

There are 2 styles of BOP bell housings commonly available. 1 has a bump on both sides for a starter, & the other only has a bump on the passenger side. This is easier to fit, but does not have much of an inspection plate. The 2 humper has a larger bottom opening. If you use the 2 hump, I recommend cutting away the extra hump & covering with sheet aluminum Or doing some fancy aluminum welding.

I am using what I think is a Pontiac GTO piece from the mid 60's.
Jim Stuart

I have a plate similar to that which was on an MG I bought but I suspect it was custom made.
Jim Blackwood

Jim Stuart,

Thanks for the information on the bellhousings. I had a bellhousing from the '83 Firebird parts car that was the source of my T-5. I recently sold that bellhousing but wondered if I should have keep it in case I ever switched to a Buick 300. The 15 degree tilt probably wouldn't have worked well in the MGB tunnel.

Al
Al Wulf

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