StevieB
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| posted on 14/1/11 at 08:46 PM |
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WTD: 1275 Spridget Engine...
Hi.
I'm looking for a 1275 A-Series engine for a Spridget to go in my hillclimber.
I have a 948 in at the moment and I really just can't see the point in trying to tune it in any way where putting a 1275 is probably more cost
effective to get a boost in power, plus there's plenty left to come from a standard unit too.
So, does anyone happen to have a 1275 knocking around in the back of the shed or garage, or know of someone who does?
Cheers
Steve
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mookaloid
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| posted on 14/1/11 at 09:17 PM |
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one on ebay at the moment mg midget 1275 engine on eBay (end time 06-Feb-11 23:32:41 GMT)
not exactly local but not many about.............
"That thing you're thinking - it wont be that."
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StevieB
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| posted on 14/1/11 at 09:29 PM |
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quote:
Originally posted by mookaloid
one on ebay at the moment mg midget 1275 engine on eBay (end time 06-Feb-11 23:32:41 GMT)
not exactly local but not many about.............
I've seen that one.
It's a bit over priced for a unit that looks like it's been stored in the North Sea for a few years though.
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mookaloid
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| posted on 14/1/11 at 09:48 PM |
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quote:
Originally posted by StevieB
quote:
Originally posted by mookaloid
one on ebay at the moment mg midget 1275 engine on eBay (end time 06-Feb-11 23:32:41 GMT)
not exactly local but not many about.............
I've seen that one.
It's a bit over priced for a unit that looks like it's been stored in the North Sea for a few years though.
I know what you mean - he does say offers though 
"That thing you're thinking - it wont be that."
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Peteff
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| posted on 14/1/11 at 10:56 PM |
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I don't think your gearbox will fit the 1275 if it's like the ones that were in Minor 1000. Check it out or budget for a box as well.
yours, Pete
I went into the RSPCA office the other day. It was so small you could hardly swing a cat in there.
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austin man
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| posted on 14/1/11 at 11:04 PM |
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may be better going to a breaker
http://www.mgcars.org.uk/andyjennings/mg-midget-engine.htm
Life is like a bowl of fruit, funny how all the weird looking ones are left alone
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StevieB
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| posted on 15/1/11 at 09:26 AM |
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quote:
Originally posted by Peteff
I don't think your gearbox will fit the 1275 if it's like the ones that were in Minor 1000. Check it out or budget for a box as well.
That'll be OK because I have a gold seal box at the moment which can be sold if it doesn't fit.
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redscamp
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| posted on 15/1/11 at 10:29 AM |
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I have a marina 1275 in good condition if thats any good?
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minitici
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| posted on 15/1/11 at 11:58 AM |
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When you get one - fit one of these to the top 
 
Specialst Components K100
Specialis
t Components
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StevieB
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| posted on 15/1/11 at 12:18 PM |
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quote:
Originally posted by minitici
When you get one - fit one of these to the top
Specialst Components K100
Specialis
t Components
t'would be nice, and might be on the plans somewhere down the line. But, it's either a lot of machining to arrange or a lot of money to
spend with one supplier.
Having said that, there's plenty of other 7 and 8 port heads around that were developed specifically for the A-Series that are a straight fit
(though again, bloody expensive!).
Minispares have the rights to the Special Tuning head by Jum Whitehouse. At £1800 for the head alone, that will need a lot of other parts too,
it's not a cheap thing at all.
Specialist Components reckon that a DIY 16v conversion can be done for about £1000, though I'm skeptical as to whetehr this assumes your average
DIYer to have the necessary kit in a handy engine machine shop tucked away in the back of the garage!
Redscamp, Marina engine could be an option - are you looking to sell the whole car or just the engine?
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