MG Midget & Austin-Healey Sprite Restoration Manual: Body, Mechanics, Interior, more 1958-1979

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Item # HYH614  ISBN: 1859606148




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This restoration manual covers all models of MG Midget and Austin-Healey Sprite, from Mk1 "Frogeye" Sprite to the last 1500 Midget, 1958-1979.
With over 800 illustrations and text aimed at the DIY enthusiast, this book tells you:

• How to Renovate Bodywork and Chassis — including the renewal of major panels and repainting.
  
• How to Renovate Interiors — including the re-covering of seats and the renewal of carpets and hood.
  
• How to Give New Life to Mechanical and Electrical Components — including engine and braking system overhaul.
  
• How to Modify Your Car for Improved Performance and Appearance.
  
• What to Look for When Buying an MG Midget or Austin-Healey Sprite — and the pitfalls to avoid.

Table of Contents:

Foreword by Roche Bentley | Using This Book | Introduction and Acknowledgements.

1. Heritage: From Whence They Came | The Austin Background | Abingdon Influences | The Q-car Concept | The Frogeye in Production | Metamorphosis | Motorsport.

2. Buying: Take Your Pick | Where to Look | Making Sure | Stage A - First Impressions | Stage B - Clean Hands! | Stage C - Dirty Hands | Note for Purchasers in America | Buying - In Conclusion | The Extra-Specials | Sprite and Midget Insurance.

3. Bodywork Restoration A: Stripdown and Examination | Fuel Tank Removal | Bumper Bracket Mounting Repair (Midget) | Grille Surround and Undertray Repair | Repairing a Kinked Chassis Rail | Front Wing Removal/Front Wing (Inner and Outer) Repair | Bulkhead Repair | Hinge Pillar Replacement | Door Skin Renewal | Sill Jacking Point Repair | Sill Removal and Refitting | Floor and Rear Axle Mounting Renewal | Rear Door Pillar Base Repair | Rear Outer Wiring Renewal (Frogeye) | Rear Wheel Arch Repair (Frogeye) | Rear Inner Wing Repair (Frogeye) | Wing Beading Renewal | Rear Quarter Inner Panel Renewal | Rear Lower Wing Repair (Spridget) | Rear "Chassis Rail" and Boot Floor Repair | Rear Apron Repair | Breaking a Body Shell | Respraying | Rustproofing.

3. Bodywork Restoration B — The Heritage Shell: The Background | Mechanical Stripdown | Bodywork Build-up | Electrics and Brakes | Major Mechanical Parts | Seat Rebuilding | Trim Fitting and Finishing Off.

4. Interior and Hood: Fitting a New Hood | Door Mechanism Strip | Carpet Fitting | Seat Re-Covering | Dashboard Repair (Frogeye).

5. Mechanical Components: Fron Suspension Strip/Rebuild | Engine/Gearbox Removal | Engine Strip | Engine Block Stripdown (Except 1500) | Engine Block Stripdown (1500) | Single Zenith/Stromberg Carb Cleaning and Adjustment (USA Models Only) | Rear Axle/Suspension Removal (Frogeye).

6. Electrical Components: Heater Overhaul | Distributor - General | Lucas Horn Overhaul | Wiring Loom Overhaul | Wiring Loom - General and Courtesy Light Switches | Lighting Circuit Fault Finding.

7. Modifications: De-Toxing USA Midgets (Except 1500) | De-Toxing USA Midgets (1500) | Negative Earth Conversion (1963-1967 Models) | Wire Wheel Conversion | Lenham Le Mans Coupe | Spridget Tuning.

Appendices: Workshop Procedures - Safety First | Tools and Working Facilities | Specifications | Production Modifications | Identify Your Car | Color Schemes | Clubs and Specialists | British and American Thread Systems | British and American Technical Terms.

MG Midget & Austin-Healey Sprite Restoration Manual: Body, Mechanics, Interior, more 1958-1979