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I need to replace the water pump in my wife's 1976 MGB. The repair manual tells me to remove the radiator as the first step and then remove the fan. The radiator and fan are not real close to the water pump. Do I really have to remove these two items? It looks like fairly easy access to the pump without removing the radiator or fan.
Hi Peter,
The RB (Rubber Bumper) MGs did have more room in that area so you may be able to do it ok. I have changed one out on the closer CR (Chrome Bumper) MGs so you should be able to do that one. Just be sure you clean the gasket off of the block.
Howard
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| Comment | Hi Howard, Thanks for your good advice. I thought that I could do it that way but it's nice to have confirmation from someone who really knows the system. Best Regards, Peter | ||
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Howard M. Fitzcharles III
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MG from 1956 up, Jaguar from the XK 120 to XJ-6 ser. 3 1987, Triumph TR-6 up & Spitfire, and Engine theory.
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Dealership line mechanic on MG, Triumph, Jaguar for 15 years, Instructor in commercial mechanics school 2 yr. Product information manager for piston and valve manufacture, Instructor & hotline answer man for import car parts importer 15 yr.
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ASE Master Auto with L-1 certification up to 2000
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Import Car magazine
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