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MG RV8 info news and reviews

all about the MG RV8 with links to information on techs and specs, news and reviews, maintaining and repairing these great rare cars ….. also including updates of jobs I do on my own MGRV8. I am no expert on these cars just a keen enthusiast ….. but I hope this collection of posts will be of interest to others with a similar interest

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Author: steve livesley

A retired engineer and a classic car enthusiast when i find some relevant or interesting information I add them as posts to my various blogs for future reference ........ I am no expert on these topics just a keen enthusiast but I hope they will be of interest to others with a similar interest

V8/RV8 Technical | The MG Owners’ Club

The MG Owners Club have a good forum for all variants of MGs but it’s only available to members. If … More

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MGRV8 | Facebook Group

Dedicated to all MGRV8 owners andenthusiastshttp://www.mgrv8.com Take a look and join at …… https://www.facebook.com/groups/mgrv8com/

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let’s talk Brake Fluid

Brake fluid absorbs moisture over time. Brake fluid is hygroscopic, which means it can absorb moisture from the air over … More

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Continuity testing the 14CUX ecu / engine sensors

Perhaps the most trickiest job I’ve done on the car so far but I wanted to check the sensors connected … More

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Bleeding the Clutch 2

I’ve already done this job once already soon after I got the car and at the time I realised I … More

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Spare parts for MGR V8 (1992-1995) | Limora.com

If you are one of the lucky 2000 owners of the MG RV8, then congratulations are in order! Today, the purchase … More

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Clutch Hydraulics Refurb Kit Instructions

I couldn’t find any instructions on fitting the refurb kit on the usual mgrv8 sites but I found some on … More

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RPI Engineering – V8 tdc check

According to RPI Engineering …….. You cannot trust the indicated timing marks on your engine’s bottom pulley. We have found … More

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Clutch master cylinder refurb

As suspected when I bought car and found that the clutch fluid reservoir was empty there was a leak from … More

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V8 Bulletin Board • View forum – V8BB Messages

V8BB Registered User Account – a benefit for current members of the MG Car Club and V8 Register.V8BB access for … More

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MG RV8 – Motaclan

Another supplier of parts for the MG RV8 but not as large a selection as others but worth checking. See … More

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MG RV8 World Owners Association | Facebook Group

A group designed for the communication ofRV8 owners around the world, as only 2000units of this marque were ever produced, … More

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Modern MG Forum : The MG Experience

For discussion of all post-Abingdon MG cars, such as the MG RV8, MG Metro, MG Maestro, new MGF, MGTF, Z … More

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Rover Owners Club Holland

The association aims to promote the maintenance of all passenger cars and off-road vehicles of the Rover brand (including Land-Rover … More

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Broxtowe and Erewash Classic Car Meet

The first meet of this new Facebook group at the Bridge Inn at Sandiacre, Derbyshire. It was well attended with … More

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MG RV8 Technical Reveal Download

A summary version of the main workings of the car which was issued to the MG dealers also containing some … More

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Cruise in style in the MG RV8 coupé that never was | Hagerty UK

Based on a regular 1.8-litre MGB GT that had been stored unused for some years, the conversion took place over … More

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Windscreen Frame corner tidy up.

When I bought the car the rubber corner above the windscreen had become dislodged. I got that sorted when I … More

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MG RV8s for sale | V8 Register

Members in the UK are encouraged to buy reimported RV8s from established and reputable UK based specialist RV8reimporters with the capability and … More

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Wood Veneer – a light refurb

Although the woodwork on the dash is pretty well perfect condition the door caps have not faired so well. There … More

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Clive Wheatley MGV8 & RV8 Genuine and Conversion parts

Located in Worfield Bridgnorth, Shropshire, We at MGV8 Parts are a Comprehensive Source of MGBV8, RV8 and MGB Conversion Parts. We are continually … More

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Vehicle Check For MG RV8 | Reg Check

My car has had a couple of personalised registration numbers in the past. I was just interested as to where … More

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MGRV8 Footwell Panel Protection

I noticed when I first saw the car that the pointed footwell panels next to the door seal are very … More

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MG RV8 – Brown and Gammons

A good source of parts for the MG RV8 in fact for many classic cars. Usually my second port of … More

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Maisto Supercar Collection – MG RV8 – 1:37 Diecast – Green

Maisto Supercar Collection – MG RV8 Maisto Supercar Collection – MG RV8 – 1:37 Diecast – Green

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Spark Plug “tell tale” Lights

Whilst at the NEC Restoration Show I managed to do a bit of bargaining to get 8 of these spark … More

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MG/Land Rover Radiator Fan Shroud Warning Sticker – 2.5″

This label on my car was missing but found a replacement online that arrived quickly and looked good. Checked photos … More

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Rover 14CUX Hot Wire Mass Flow EFI: Service and Troubleshooting

For those considering updating a carbureted Buick, Oldsmobile or Rover aluminum V8 engine to electronic fuel injection, the Rover “hot-wire” … More

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Find MGRV8s and other Classic Cars | Car and Classic

A good selection of classic cars for sale or buy via online auction. It’s notable that the MG RV8’s for … More

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MG RV8 – My Classic Cars

After a decade of knocking out hatchbacks and saloons and spurred on by the success of the Mazda MX-5, MG … More

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Lucas 14CUX Fuel Injection System – Installation and Diagnostic Notes

Lucas 14CUX Fuel Injection System – Installation and Diagnostic Notes. – ACT Performance Products – your source for after market … More

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A weekend with an MG RV8 – HubNut – celebrating the average!

Thanks to The Open Road near Stratford Upon Avon, I was able to swap the 29bhp of my 2CV for 190bhp of … More

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Flame Red MG RV8 – Autoshippers Blog

Manufactured between 1992 and 1995, the RV8 was essentially an updated take on the MGB, which first went on sale … More

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Phil Leonard’s 1992 MG RV8 Race Car – Built for SCCA GT2 Racing!

The MG RV8 was a low volume, luxury sportscar introduced in 1992. Two thousand were built in a production run … More

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Story of a members’s MG RV8 conversion from manual to automatic – Glossop Vehicle Enthusiasts Club (GVEC)

The MGR V8 is a car that everyone who sees it asks “ I’ve not seen one before what is … More

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Troubleshooting Guide for Rover 14CUX EFI

The 14CUX Electronic Fuel Injection system provides a reliable and efficient microprocessor controlled fuel management system. The function of the … More

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MG RV8 – My Classic Cars

After a decade of knocking out hatchbacks and saloons and spurred on by the success of the Mazda MX-5, MG … More

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MG RV8, the 90s facelifted MGBotox | Footman James

The MG badge had survived through the 90s adorning go-faster family fare, but the public wanted more – it wanted … More

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Distributor Clamp Wrench

Surprised to find this clamp on Amazon at a very reasonable price. On a well known UK site it is … More

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RPi Engineering – V8 Engines Camshaft Check

It is easy to tell if a cam is worn out without removing the engine or the need for close … More

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The cars : MG RV8 development story – AROnline

Work on a new MG sports car was a running theme within Austin Rover and the Rover from 1984 onwards. … More

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MG RV8 – Alternative replacement brake fluid cap

The rubber tester button on the brake fluid reservoir was very deteriorated – as if it was melting! There seems … More

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Misfire part 3 – Ignition Coil Swop

The coil looked a bit old and corroding around the edges but I guess it’s in a pretty vulnerable position … More

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All Electric Garages of Harborne, Birmingham

When I saw in the service book that the first dealer to sell my car from new was the ALL … More

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Used car buying guide: MG RV8 | Autocar

Japan loved the model, eventually buying 1600 (80%) of the near-2000 cars that were built between 1992 and 1995. Most … More

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RPI Engineering / MGRV8 Upgrades

An interesting post I found on Facebook – seems to make sense ….. but for the time being I’ll keep … More

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MGRV8 Rear Window Zip Replacement

I had not taken the roof down since I have had the car so first to release the 2 clips … More

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    • doors
    • hood
    • tonneu
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    • under bonnet
    • windscreen
  • brakes
    • front calipers
    • handbrake
    • rear drums
    • servo
  • buying
    • for sale
  • clubs
    • facebook
    • forums
    • shows
  • clutch
    • bleeding
  • electrics
    • alarm
    • battery
    • brake switch
    • glovebox switch
    • lighting
    • solenoid
  • engine
    • air filter
    • camshaft
    • compression test
    • cooling
    • crankshaft oil leak
    • inlet manifold
    • oil change
    • oil leaks
    • sump
    • timing cover
  • fuel/controls
    • airflow meter
    • diagnostics
    • fuel injectors
    • fuel pressure
    • fuel pump
    • rovergauge
  • gearbox
    • automatic
  • general
    • downloads
    • history
    • models and toys
  • ignition
    • distributor
    • misfire
    • spark plugs
    • timing
  • interior
    • armrest
    • audio
    • boot panels
    • carpets
    • keyring
    • map pocket
    • seat belts
    • Sunvisors
    • veneer repair
  • maintenance
  • mgrv8 websites
  • my car
  • performance
  • radio
    • bluetooth
    • speaker refurb
  • reviews
    • blogs
    • books
    • compare
  • services
    • spares and parts
      • alternative part numbers
    • tools
  • steering
    • column alignment
    • ez steer
    • track rod ends
    • tracking
  • suspension
    • front suspension
    • rear suspension
    • shock absorbers
  • technical
    • tech specs
  • upholstery
  • wheels
    • tyres
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