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Ben Stephens
United Kingdom
167 Posts |
 Posted - 16/04/2015 : 20:48:05
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Hi all,
I am knew to the MG world. I have owned plenty of pre war cars, but I thought it was time to own an archetypal two seater.
I am ideally looking for a PA, preferably super charged. I can see a few for sale, but it seems to be a mine field with prices and condition.
I a, quite keen on the car being original.
Has anyone got any tips or pointers of what I should be looking for?
Thank you in advance,
Ben |
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Mark
United Kingdom
130 Posts |
Posted - 17/04/2015 : 10:17:38
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| Have sent you a mail off line. Let me know if it does not arrive. Am just about to advertise my PA for sale. |
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ashley
United Kingdom
261 Posts |
Posted - 21/04/2015 : 19:20:03
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Ben,
Have sent you an email off line.
Thanks,
Ashley |
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leafrancis14
United Kingdom
323 Posts |
Posted - 22/04/2015 : 19:12:33
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Ben,
As for tips and pointers, here's some from my experience (additional to the normal things you'd look for);
- dynamo charging : sounds simple to fix, but the root cause may not be!
- engine block cracks or evidence of cracks covered up especially where the water jacket joins the crankcase.
- make sure it really is a PA engine/gearbox/rear axle......!
- look for oil leaks from front or back of engine : maybe innocent but can indicate big trouble.
- check the state of the wheels : this is a big expense to replace them all specially if you need tyres as well
- not too much slop in the steering box (steering box rebuilds are not so easy). On the move, steering should be quite precise.
- oil dripping from rear drums (typical issue is axle oil seals)
PLUS the all important chassis number on the front chassis knuckle : the car may be worthless without it!
Regards,
Barny
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George Eagle
United Kingdom
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Posted - 23/04/2015 : 16:46:09
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Hi Ben
Welcome to the Triple-M web site, you will quickly find it is the source of a large amount of info on matters Triple-M.
We have a Yearbook which can be purchaed from our Librarian, also a Bulletin; the subscription form is in the Documents download section of the web site.
A supercharged P type is a real fun car to drive, I hope you manage to find a suitable one to buy. Please let us know when you do find a car.
George
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Ben Stephens
United Kingdom
167 Posts |
Posted - 05/05/2015 : 20:07:54
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Thank you for all the advice. I have now, thanks to a forum member found a very original PA which was originally fitted with a supercharger.
Very happy, and I am sure many more questions to be posted.
Ben |
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