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MG MGB Technical - MGB-GT rear Panels

Have a '74.5 MGB-GT which has rustat bottom of both rear fender panels. Any good source for these out there and what would be the best way to take these off? Or should I patch the areas (lower back corners)? Happy motoring!

JOHN
JW Colson

I assume you mean the piece behind the rear wheel. I don't know of a repair panel for that part short of buying a complete wing (fender). The usual problem is the piece in front of the rear wheel, and a repair panel is available for that.
Mike Howlett

The rust is in front of the reat tire. What sources are there for that piece? Thanks!
JOHN
JW Colson

John,
The part is shown here on the Moss-Europe site - it's part number 49. http://www.moss-europe.co.uk/Shop/ViewProducts.aspx?PlateIndexID=14

However, when this piece goes rotten, it usually means that the sill, which is immediately behind it has also rotted, so be prepared when you cut the outer panel off to find lots more corrosion in the structural members behind.
Mike
Mike Howlett

Hi,
you have also that to the States
Regards
http://www.mossmotors.com/Shop/ViewProducts.aspx?PlateIndexID=29037
michel

John

If the rear fender is rotten behind the wheel then you will most likely have some rust in the inner fender wells too, and possibly the area under the light. The rear quarter panel is available and relatively easy to install, the benefit being that you can easily repair the inner fenders at this time. Have a look at my "B" restoration/rebuild web site and you will see that this is exactly what I have done. The right side was actually in pretty good shape except for some previous damage resulting in rust. Anyway, it might be better in the long run to replace the whole quarter panel. You will then have the chance to check out other rust spots.

Brian

Web address: http://www.island.net/~btsmith/

Click on the "B" site once you get in.
Brian Smith

John this was my car when the rear fender was removed. Don't want to depress you, but it's as well you know what might be there.


Mike Howlett

This thread was discussed between 15/05/2008 and 16/05/2008

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