MGB GT V8 PT/ Track car

[aussiebj]

I picked up a 74 Mgb Gt for my next project .. Plans are to fit the boby with the Sebring flared fenders , 10 inch wide wheels..modified suspension setup.. take out the 4 banger and install my ford 347 aluminium headded stroker motor, backed by a TKO 600 RR tranny with a shortened 8.8 ford disc brake rear.. Full roll cage installed as well ..... should be a fun little car...Below is a couple of pics of the look im going for..
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2013/11/SebringBodyKit1_zps2b24a281-1.jpg (http://s158.photobucket.com/user/aussiebj/media/SebringBodyKit-1_zps2b24a281.jpg.html)
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2013/11/redmgbgt_zps6e51111e-1.jpg (http://s158.photobucket.com/user/aussiebj/media/redmgbgt_zps6e51111e.jpg.html)

[Twentyover]

The John Wilson Racing BGT? Purported by some to be the fastest MGB GTV8- still runs a Rover, so a Ford 347 should smoke it...

Always liked the MGC GTS Replica look. Have an MGC GT. For those not in the know-

http://them-g-c.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/IMG_40791-960x720.jpg

a picture of 'Romeo 699', along with 'Mabel 546' (MBL 564E) were two of a total of six (or possibly 7) MGC GTS shells made. Using the factory steel floorpans, the major body panels (except the roof) were stamped in aluminum. Although wildly popular in the MG community today, the GTS's (Sebrings) werenot particularly successful in period.


I'm Greg Fast,and I approve of this project :)

[J-440]

Awesome looking car!! Those cars look like they could have been racing in the Trans-Am series with the Porsches and Alfas back in the day, U2 class. And you can't go wrong with Mini-Lites. Those and Torque Thrusts look great on any car of any year. Gonna be a fun car!!

[aussiebj]

Twentyover thats a sweet Mgb u got there....
I just ordered a set of 15 x 10 black wheels and 275x 35x 15 tires for mock up, when they get here ill post some starting point pics fo the GT...

[cornfedbill]

This looks like a nice build. I have always liked the MGB GT body.

[Rick Dorion]

I agree. My brother had a MGC-GT he sold to get a TR6.

[Twentyover]

Twentyover thats a sweet Mgb u got there....
I just ordered a set of 15 x 10 black wheels and 275x 35x 15 tires for mock up, when they get here ill post some starting point pics fo the GT...

Must say not mine- Mine is a rusty heap

[454bug]

Excellent project!! I look forward to following your progress. :twothumbs:

For some reason, I like projects like this... :evil:

[Bryce]

cool project

[aussiebj]

Ok my wheels and mock up tires arrived .. I set them under the car.. yes they stick out a bit but remember they will move in about 2 inches when they sit on the hub right now they are up against the old lugs... you can also see my starting point for my gt..
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2013/11/MGBnewwheels1_zps0aa5f22f-1.jpg (http://s158.photobucket.com/user/aussiebj/media/MGB%20GT%20race%20car/MGBnewwheels1_zps0aa5f22f.jpg.html)
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2013/11/MGBnewwheels2_zps43a5c433-1.jpg (http://s158.photobucket.com/user/aussiebj/media/MGB%20GT%20race%20car/MGBnewwheels2_zps43a5c433.jpg.html)
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2013/11/MGBnewwheels3_zpsa2d2476f-1.jpg (http://s158.photobucket.com/user/aussiebj/media/MGB%20GT%20race%20car/MGBnewwheels3_zpsa2d2476f.jpg.html)
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2013/11/MGBnewwheels4_zps194a6b81-1.jpg (http://s158.photobucket.com/user/aussiebj/media/MGB%20GT%20race%20car/MGBnewwheels4_zps194a6b81.jpg.html)

[aussiebj]

I know I will need big flares but look at what they look like on the car here are some examples im thinking about... what do the masses think looks the best...
Modified Sebring Flares
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2013/11/backshotbluemgbgt_zps4db6a27b-1.jpg (http://s158.photobucket.com/user/aussiebj/media/MGB%20GT%20race%20car/backshotbluemgbgt_zps4db6a27b.jpg.html)
Custom Flares...
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2013/11/badmgbgt_zpse3a438b8-1.jpg (http://s158.photobucket.com/user/aussiebj/media/MGB%20GT%20race%20car/badmgbgt_zpse3a438b8.jpg.html)
SpinWerks I belive ..more of a squared fender look....
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2013/11/widebodymgbside_zpsc38da31c-1.jpg (http://s158.photobucket.com/user/aussiebj/media/MGB%20GT%20race%20car/widebodymgb-side_zpsc38da31c.jpg.html)
These are 240Z flares but they come in 3 inch wide version...
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2013/11/mgbgtbackflares_zps127dc596-1.jpg (http://s158.photobucket.com/user/aussiebj/media/MGB%20GT%20race%20car/mgbgtbackflares_zps127dc596.jpg.html)

[Wraith]

I say sebring flares, as odd as it sounds they look like they flow with the car better than all the rest. I may be biased though, a sebring flared GT is next on my list.

[thunderzy]

Sebring

[Twentyover]

May want look at PreForm's offering also- more modern offering

http://www.preformresources.com/MGB-Body-Parts.htm

[Munssey]

Dang it! Why did I look at this thread!? Now I have to add this to my list of have-to-have cars. Really slick

[aussiebj]

Dec 2013 update .. teardown begins... its amazing what you find once panels start to come off.. yes she needs some metal work .. I was perpared for that...
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2013/12/mgbgtteardownbeginedec20132_zps86746238-1.jpg (http://s158.photobucket.com/user/aussiebj/media/MGB%20GT%20race%20car/mgbgtteardownbeginedec20132_zps86746238.jpg.html)
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2013/12/mgbgtteardownbeginedec20131_zps50a4415e-1.jpg (http://s158.photobucket.com/user/aussiebj/media/MGB%20GT%20race%20car/mgbgtteardownbeginedec20131_zps50a4415e.jpg.html)
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2013/12/racecarintstripped2_zpsc3bc7bc4-1.jpg (http://s158.photobucket.com/user/aussiebj/media/MGB%20GT%20race%20car/racecarintstripped2_zpsc3bc7bc4.jpg.html)
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2013/12/mgbgtteardownbeginedec20134_zpsb6675b97-1.jpg (http://s158.photobucket.com/user/aussiebj/media/MGB%20GT%20race%20car/mgbgtteardownbeginedec20134_zpsb6675b97.jpg.html)

[aussiebj]

Next the engine and tranny .. then the interior....
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2013/12/mgbgtteardownbeginedec20133_zpse44a91e4-1.jpg (http://s158.photobucket.com/user/aussiebj/media/MGB%20GT%20race%20car/mgbgtteardownbeginedec20133_zpse44a91e4.jpg.html)
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2013/12/mgbgtteardownbeginedec20135_zps35e41db1-1.jpg (http://s158.photobucket.com/user/aussiebj/media/MGB%20GT%20race%20car/mgbgtteardownbeginedec20135_zps35e41db1.jpg.html)

[Tig]

Nice car. That wheel/tire combo is awesome. Big fat meats in a compact car with a stout sbf and Tremec, hell yeah.
As for flares, I like the simplicity of the 240 flares but, I would think custom flares would definitely set it off.
Make some cardboard templates and work off of them.

It looks great, tear seems to be coming along nicely.
Looking forward to your updates.