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by Tom Lange, MGT Repair
Thu Feb 08, 2024 2:55 pm
Forum: TABC Chat
Topic: Overhead Cam Midgets Versus T-Types
Replies: 3
Views: 285

Re: Overhead Cam Midgets Versus T-Types

I have always felt that the TC is the most mechanically-sophisticated and advanced pre-war MG cars, and is closer to a TD that a PA. The driving experience, mechanical sophistication, reliability, parts supply and general comfort of any other pre-war MG are all going to be less than a TC. I liken a ...
by Tom Lange, MGT Repair
Fri Jan 12, 2024 3:48 am
Forum: TABC Chat
Topic: What's it like to live with a MGTC?
Replies: 9
Views: 746

Re: What's it like to live with a MGTC?

A Morris Minor pumpkin (4.55 vs. 5.125) in a TC , a front suspension and steering system correctly overhauled and adjusted, up-graded fear axle seals, and TLS brake mods will go a long way to making every sort of driving more enjoyable and relaxed in a TC, while still retaining all the TC's characte...
by Tom Lange, MGT Repair
Wed Aug 30, 2023 7:49 am
Forum: TABC Chat
Topic: Gearbox cluster shaft locking bolt leak
Replies: 3
Views: 2760

Re: Gearbox cluster shaft locking bolt leak

There is no stress on the bolt, so it can be safely be removed. It is a long bolt, so I would wrap the threads with teflon tape to stanch the drip
by Tom Lange, MGT Repair
Sun Aug 06, 2023 3:06 pm
Forum: TABC Chat
Topic: TA Passenger Grab Handle
Replies: 13
Views: 3849

Re: TA Passenger Grab Handle

I would not be surprised that ALL these are after-market handles.

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MGT Repair
by Tom Lange, MGT Repair
Mon Jul 24, 2023 8:30 am
Forum: TABC Chat
Topic: Heat soak/Vapour lock - advice please
Replies: 16
Views: 4518

Re: Heat soak/Vapour lock - advice please

I would very definitely follow Steve's advice about the distributor and timing. No more than 32 degrees at full advance. My recommendation would be to send out the distributor to be rebuilt by your Distributor Dr. You will be surprised how much better the car runs afterwards. An XPAG should not over...
by Tom Lange, MGT Repair
Thu Dec 15, 2022 4:36 am
Forum: TABC Chat
Topic: MG TA internal engine parts
Replies: 7
Views: 1681

Re: MG TA internal engine parts

I have an un-tested crankshaft, and know I have a transmission or two.

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MGT Repair
tlange@acadia.net
by Tom Lange, MGT Repair
Thu Dec 08, 2022 3:29 am
Forum: TABC Chat
Topic: TC bonnet needed
Replies: 5
Views: 1511

Re: TC bonnet needed

Ed - thank you SO for your reply; yes, I am interested. I feel I owe the buyer of my unrestored TC a bonnet. As for fit, I think the bonnet is the one part that was custom fit to each car. It may be apocryphal, but I remember hearing there was a man near the end of some assembly-line (T-series? Morg...
by Tom Lange, MGT Repair
Fri Dec 02, 2022 1:45 pm
Forum: TABC Chat
Topic: TC bonnet needed
Replies: 5
Views: 1511

TC bonnet needed

I sold a '47 TC a while ago without a bonnet, thinking I had one. I don't seem to, and feel I must find one to provide - it's my responsibility. All help appreciated.

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MGT Repair
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by Tom Lange, MGT Repair
Fri Oct 21, 2022 2:27 am
Forum: TABC Chat
Topic: Stering Peg
Replies: 12
Views: 1731

Re: Stering Peg

I believe I still have an NOS peg and worm, that came with a TC many years ago. I'm happy to go dig them out and compare them, if there is interest.

Tom Lange
MGT Repair
by Tom Lange, MGT Repair
Mon Sep 12, 2022 4:32 am
Forum: TABC Chat
Topic: Broken Box Control LUCAS RF95/2 to LUCASRF 95/3
Replies: 12
Views: 2788

Re: Broken Box Control LUCAS RF95/2 to LUCASRF 95/3

95/2 was the original-style 9-post box used on the TC and TD up to about car TD9000, and was also used on many other British cars of the time. 106/1 was the later 5-post box. I don't know what the difference between the 95/2 and /3 is, but I do remember seeing that Holden in the UK sold 95/3 as a re...
by Tom Lange, MGT Repair
Fri Sep 09, 2022 1:39 pm
Forum: TABC Chat
Topic: Weight of TA rolling chassis
Replies: 4
Views: 748

Re: Weight of TA rolling chassis

As I remember, a complete TC weighs in at under 1800#, and the body tub without interior I would guess is about 225. The engine and trans weigh about 300#, So I would think you would have no problem with an 1100# capacity trailer, as long as the car is vigorously strapped down. NOTE: these are rough...
by Tom Lange, MGT Repair
Sat Aug 20, 2022 8:45 am
Forum: TABC Chat
Topic: TC Steering
Replies: 26
Views: 3826

Re: TC Steering

Did the original poster (whose name is not given) ever find a TC with a replacement boix to try?

Tom Lange
MGT Repair
by Tom Lange, MGT Repair
Wed Jul 27, 2022 9:54 am
Forum: TABC Chat
Topic: Low Oil Pressure
Replies: 7
Views: 1043

Re: Low Oil Pressure

10# at idle is not great, but not impossible. What do you have when running on the road? The old saw is 10# per 1,000RPM. While the pump is with Butch Taras being rebuilt (mgyowner@yahoo.com), pull the rocker gear, the other most likely cause of low oil pressure. The rocker shaft wears on the unders...
by Tom Lange, MGT Repair
Mon Jul 18, 2022 3:01 am
Forum: TABC Chat
Topic: timing light
Replies: 6
Views: 1049

Re: timing light

Since the various different distributors used in T-types have mechanical weights that start to advance as low as a few hundred RPM's, it is most accurate to check total advance at the other end with the timing light Steve notes above - no more than 32 degrees at full advance, 3,500 RPM. A worn distr...
by Tom Lange, MGT Repair
Wed Jun 22, 2022 4:31 am
Forum: TABC Chat
Topic: Gearbox ID 1948 TC
Replies: 12
Views: 1760

Re: Gearbox ID 1948 TC

TC gearboxes are MUCH stronger than TD/TF boxes, such that racers in the 50's would install TC boxes in their racing TD's. I've never heard of a single TD box installed in a TC; that would be a step backwards.

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MGT Repair
by Tom Lange, MGT Repair
Sat Jun 11, 2022 6:09 am
Forum: TABC Chat
Topic: Unfortunate news for TC#1943
Replies: 13
Views: 2083

Re: Unfortunate news for TC#1943

Listen to Roger, who knows whereof he speaks! You have an 87% chance that a half-shaft is broken, nothing more.,

Tom Lange
MGT Repair
by Tom Lange, MGT Repair
Sat May 14, 2022 9:19 am
Forum: TABC Chat
Topic: to block or not to block rocker hole that is the question
Replies: 4
Views: 699

Re: to block or not to block rocker hole that is the question

Havr you considered having your rocker apparatus professionally re-done? Rocker Arm Specialists does an excellent job: they clean everything, build-up the rocker tips with Stellite material and re-grind them back to standard profile, they have an original shaft (nothing from Overseas) hard-chromed a...
by Tom Lange, MGT Repair
Sat May 14, 2022 5:58 am
Forum: TABC Chat
Topic: 1946 TC valve clatter question
Replies: 9
Views: 1487

Re: 1946 TC valve clatter question

Agree with Steve - if the engine in your car has EVER been rebuilt, is most likely to have the .012 cam in place. Your valve cover is not original to the car if it heralds a .012" setting. I would also adjust your brakes, to be sure nothing is dragging. If your car is still a slug, I would send your...
by Tom Lange, MGT Repair
Sun May 08, 2022 1:11 pm
Forum: TABC Chat
Topic: tc carb needle
Replies: 6
Views: 790

Re: tc carb needle

If you go to mintylamb, you can compare three different SU needles at a time. In this case, you can see how close the three needles cited above, really are, station by station.

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MGT Repair
by Tom Lange, MGT Repair
Thu May 05, 2022 3:43 pm
Forum: TABC Chat
Topic: Looking for picture of back of TC seat back
Replies: 5
Views: 2095

Re: Looking for picture of back of TC seat back

Contact my friend Casey who just bought an un-restored '49 TC that has been off the road for many years, and still retains factory upholstery. You could see a detail that could be useful.

Contact him at wcc1028@roadrunner.com

Tom Lange
MGT Repair