Wiring diagram
In color. Check pages 25 and 26 for UK and US spec MGC’s.
mgc wiring.pdf (1.35 MB)
Parts catalogue
Anglo Parts MGC 1967-1969 parts & accessories catalogue. Great reference material. Source: www.angloparts.com.
mgc_catalogue.pdf (8.55 MB)
Conversion table inch - mm
Easy to print, handy if you try to find the right spanner.
inch - mm.doc (72 kB)
Parts Interchangeability Guide MGC
Originally published in Practical Classics Magazine
Parts Interchangeability Guide.doc (94 kB)
How to develop the MGC GT
Personal technical tips by Bruce Ibbotson (Aus)
How to develop the MGC GT.doc (120 kb)
Fuel consumption
Click on the link to see a graph with our fuel consumtion figures.
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Consider upgrading your ignition to an electronic 123 ignition system
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Velleman K2599 intermittent wiper kit, costs 15 euros and is easy to build and install
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Fit Superflex bushes for improved handling and control of the car
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Fit a bike computer for accurate registration of speed, distance, etc. We choose the Sigma BC1200. Costs around 18 euros.
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Use good quality tyres, this has great impact on the handling and feel of the car, my suggestion is 165*15 Michelin XZX
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Convert the voltage stabilizer to an electronic version if you want proper working instruments, we managed to put the electronic parts in the original housing
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Upgrade the lightbulbs in the instruments to a higher wattage (?), your local electronics shop can help you out
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Check if the heater valve unter the bonnet shuts properly, if the valve does not close complety you have a permanent working heater. And this is a very common problem!
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Put a power cutoff switch in the negative battery lead for improved safety and as an anti-theft device. We mounted the switch on the vertical panel behind the drivers seat. Costs 10 euros and makes working on the car a lot safer
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If you have halogen headlamps, use relais switches or else your headlamp switch will melt slowly but surely
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Buy or make a special tool for those nasty bullet connectors. Safes you a lot of electric problems. Renew old connectors whenever you work on the wiring.
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Check the linkages in the pedal box, many classics have a lot of free play at these points
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If you have any questions on one of the tips above, do not hesitate to contact me!