Differences between Wet Clutch and Dry Clutch Power Units for VAs

by Jim Andrews This article has been compiled to assist VA owners to identify the differences between the Wet and Dry clutch engines and also to identify the non-exchangeable component parts. Part 1 of the article is a simple guide to the external changes enabling a non-technical individual to identify the […]

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Mini Tips

A useful collection of short pieces of advice from Register members that are not in the workshop manuals. Torque settings No torque settings are given in the manuals for SVW engines. Recommended settings are: Pounds/foot nm Cylinder head 50 68 Main bearings 65-70 88-95 Big ends 30-35 41-47 Little ends […]

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Bolts

Nuts and Bolts used on SVW Engines

by Jim Andrews Over the years, there have been many articles written on the issues relating to obtaining the correct replacement nuts and bolts for the engine and gearboxes fitted to our SVW cars. I therefore thought it prudent to produce a summary of the issues for the benefit of […]

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WA Reference Manuals

Original WA factory produced reference manuals. Essential information for the maintenance of the MG WA including details about the chassis, engine, carburetters, brakes etc. as well as running-in. This manual goes beyond ordinary maintenance and is the key reference guide with useful data, detailed instructions and relevant illustrations. There is […]

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