BBB Tech Tips Resources for British Car Enthusiasts


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British Car Related Tech Tips

Click on any of the buttons below to download tech tips and resources from our members and other British car enthusiasts.

Classic British Car Electric Basics Explained for the Novice

Article above explains basic electrical systems for classic British car and geared  for those with little previous knowledge.  Author Marv Proctor, BBB Car Club.

Preparing for the Driving Season

Article above outlines ideas for preparing cars for the driving season.  Author Jim Vickery, BBB Car Club.

Trunk Space in a MGB

Read ideas to organize and maximize trunk space in an MGB in the above article.  Author Jim Vickery, BBB Car Club.

Electrical Troubleshooting

Article above from Moss Motors and used here with permission.  Thanks to author John Twist of Grand Rapids, Michigan. Check out www.mossmotors.com for more tech tips.

Diagnosing Wiring Troubles!

Article above from Moss Motors and used here with permission.

Installing Rust Repair Panels

Article above from Moss Motors and used here with permission.

MGB Testing Procedures

Article above from Moss Motors and used here with permission.

Lucas Overdrive Tech Manual

The PDF document above applies to cars equipped with Lucas overdrives.  Good reading for any gear-head.  Article submitted by Marv Proctor, BBB Car Club.

Brake Fluid Testing

Button opens a PDF document with suggestions for testing brake fluids.  Article submitted by Marv Proctor, BBB Car Club.

Simple SU Carbs

Button above links to a SU carbs article posted on the Classic Motorsports Magazine website, and is recommended reading for owners with these carbs. 

Minimizing Varnish in Gas Tips

Article above from Sherwood Parker, Arizona Roadrunners MG Club via Marv Proctor, BBB Car Club.


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