Jeff Hemphill's Journal

Fluid Retention Issues...Not A Surprise At My Age..

Sat, 04 Oct 2025 18:36:12 -0500

Jeff Hemphill's Journal --

I recently found oversights in fuel and oil management. I learn something every year! Details are here: [url]https:///www.theoldmanandthemgb.com/2025/10/fluid-retention-issues.html[/url]

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Posted 2025-10-04 18:36:12 by Jeff Hemphill

BB's First Day On Track!

Mon, 01 Sep 2025 19:09:18 -0500

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I guess it's 7 years now that I have been transforming BB, with the ultimate goal to put a venerable British roadster on track! That finally happened recently! Pure magic! Some details are here: [url]https://www.theoldmanandthemgb.com/2025/09/bbs-first-day-on-track.html[/url]

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Posted 2025-09-01 19:09:18 by Jeff Hemphill

First Autocross Of 2025!

Fri, 04 Jul 2025 19:17:04 -0500

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After a winter spent converting my converted suspension from MG wire wheels to Panasport aluminum rims, I try an autocross...and nothing falls off! [url]https://www.theoldmanandthemgb.com/2025/07/first-2025-autocross.html[/url]

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Posted 2025-07-04 19:17:04 by Jeff Hemphill

Clutch Master Cylinder Adventure

Fri, 23 May 2025 21:43:37 -0500

Jeff Hemphill's Journal --

Just as I thought I had managed to adapt my new Panasport wheels to my S2000 suspension, I developed clutch trouble. Hopefully, my master cylinder replacement journey will help some others in a similar spot: [url]https://www.theoldmanandthemgb.com/2025/05/the-shakedown-continues.html[/url]

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Posted 2025-05-23 21:43:37 by Jeff Hemphill

New Aluminum Wheels For BB!

Fri, 25 Apr 2025 21:51:32 -0500

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Yes, autocrossing has ripped the splines out of my wire wheels. I finally gave up and adapted to aluminum. That was no easy project! Details are here: [url]https://www.theoldmanandthemgb.com/2025/04/too-much-vorcepart-two.html[/url] Happy driving!

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Posted 2025-04-25 21:51:32 by Jeff Hemphill

Too Much Vorce!

Sat, 26 Oct 2024 20:23:15 -0500

Jeff Hemphill's Journal --

In which my new engine and autocross habits, together with father time, eat through my wheel splines! On the way to lug nuts now! [url]https://www.theoldmanandthemgb.com/2024/10/too-much-vorce.html[/url]

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Posted 2024-10-26 20:23:15 by Jeff Hemphill

First Autocross After The Rotary Rebuild!

Sat, 24 Aug 2024 19:22:09 -0500

Jeff Hemphill's Journal --

It was a long 8 months to rebuild the engine that, through an error in judgement, I melted. But she held up well under full horsepower. Not many '67 MG's are sliding around an autocross course these days! [url]https://www.theoldmanandthemgb.com/2024/08/first-autocross-on-rebuild.html[/url]

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Posted 2024-08-24 19:22:09 by Jeff Hemphill

Mixed Emotions On The New "MG"

Fri, 12 Jul 2024 19:00:24 -0500

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So, I was briefly in Germany last week and a colleague (who works in our battery start-up) said he wanted to be sure to eat his own cooking; so he needed an electric car. Well, it just so happens that SAIC (a Chinese OEM) has introduced a whole line of BEV's based on the MG brand which they purchased in 2005 (or rather was purchased by another Chinese company which they later acquired). So, I could not resist getting some photos. I hereby express my mixed feelings: Against: -I was absolutely disgusted when I heard that a Chinese company had bought my beloved brand (in which my Mom and Dad taught me to drive!). -Most of these are not remotely related to a roadster. -China is a long damn way from England! -Holy crap, I really have gained a lot of weight! -What the F*&%$ is going on!! For: -At least someone recognized the value of this magnificent brand. Why that wasn't a US or EU company is a topic for a longer post. -I was actually moved to see that logo on a car again! -At least their first launch, the Cyberster (I'd have gone somewhere else with the name...) was a proper roadster. -They use MG as their export brand, which is true to the English MG which I think I remember also sent somewhere around 2/3's of their cars for export. -This affords a chance for a generational conversation: "No, no, Kaylie, that's not an actual MG. Let me tell you about Morris Garages!" Again, mixed feelings. Curious to hear reactions...

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Posted 2024-07-12 19:00:24 by Jeff Hemphill

Rebuilding The RX8 Rotary That I Transplanted Into My MGB!

Fri, 05 Jul 2024 20:33:34 -0500

Jeff Hemphill's Journal --

I was proud when I got this motor swapped in but then, an error in judgement necessitated a rebuild. Good education on many points! [url]https://www.theoldmanandthemgb.com/2024/07/rebuilding-rotary-engine-for-first-time.html][/url]

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Posted 2024-07-05 20:33:34 by Jeff Hemphill

The Rebuild Begins!

Sat, 18 May 2024 18:19:04 -0500

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I've finally turned the wrenches around! That's what my Dad, Brother, and I used to say when we switched the ratchets to clock wise and started putting things together instead of taking them apart. More details are here: [url]https://www.theoldmanandthemgb.com/2024/05/the-resurrectionnot-as-dramatic-as.html[/url] Keep on having #funwithcars!

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Posted 2024-05-18 18:19:04 by Jeff Hemphill

Involuntary Engine Rebuild

Sat, 02 Mar 2024 20:28:06 -0600

Jeff Hemphill's Journal --

I had a tough experience last summer (It was a cruel, cruel summer!). I melted the seals out of the rotary engine I have installed in my '67 MGB. The extent of the damage is recorded here: [url]http://www.theoldmanandthemgb.com/2024/03/involuntary-engine-rebuild.html[/url]

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Posted 2024-03-02 20:28:06 by Jeff Hemphill

Leave No Leakage For Coolant!

Fri, 08 Sep 2023 19:44:05 -0500

Jeff Hemphill's Journal --

Two years after the Renesis RX-8 rotary swap, I;m still chasing issues. This one concerns cooling in two different places. Hope it helps someone avoid a similar issue! [url]https://www.theoldmanandthemgb.com/2023/09/cooling-systems-did-you-know-if-you.html[/url]

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Posted 2023-09-08 19:44:05 by Jeff Hemphill

Let's Go Negative...Camber That Is!

Sun, 09 Jul 2023 20:51:11 -0500

Jeff Hemphill's Journal --

I'm both troubled and delighted that I had 3 degrees of error when I welded the S2000 suspension into BB. In any case, 3 degrees of correction had to happen. I finally ground my way home. Details are here: [url]https://www.theoldmanandthemgb.com/2023/07/lets-go-negativecamber-that-is.html[/url]

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Posted 2023-07-09 20:51:11 by Jeff Hemphill

Rollin'Rollin'Rollin'...or Hopefully Not!

Thu, 27 Apr 2023 18:15:19 -0500

Jeff Hemphill's Journal --

I managed to install an SCCA certified (I hope!) roll bar into BB over the winter. As usual, it was not as easy as estimated. Details are at my blog here: [url]https://www.theoldmanandthemgb.com/2023/04/rollin-rollin-rollinor-hopefully-not.html[/url]

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Posted 2023-04-27 18:15:19 by Jeff Hemphill

A Sad Day At The Autocross, As If!

Sat, 01 Oct 2022 19:45:24 -0500

Jeff Hemphill's Journal --

Between my father passing and the local parking lot waiting to cure, I only got in one autocross this year. The results were fun but disappointing on the stopwatch. Details are at my blog here: [url]https://www.theoldmanandthemgb.com/2022/10/first-autocross-of-2022-in-which.html[/url]

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Posted 2022-10-01 19:45:24 by Jeff Hemphill

In Memoriam - For An MGB Fanatic

Fri, 09 Sep 2022 18:33:56 -0500

Jeff Hemphill's Journal --

Here's the hardest thing I ever wrote. I lost my Dad a few weeks ago. He loved MGB's and poisoned me with the disease. I record a few of the best stories here: [url]https://www.theoldmanandthemgb.com/2022/08/in-memorium.html[/url] Love you, Dad! Thanks for passing on the British roadster craziness!

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Posted 2022-09-09 18:33:56 by Jeff Hemphill

Air Dam - Cosmetic Or Functional?

Thu, 12 May 2022 19:45:05 -0500

Jeff Hemphill's Journal --

Part of the winter work was to add an air dam. The job was fairly easy and came out well. There are more details at my blog here: [url]https://www.theoldmanandthemgb.com/2022/05/air-dam-cosmetic-or-functional.html[/url]

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Posted 2022-05-12 19:45:05 by Jeff Hemphill

The "Simple" Winter Project

Sat, 02 Apr 2022 19:26:01 -0500

Jeff Hemphill's Journal --

I made foolish assumptions about this winter's project, but it worked out well. Just a few extra hours. And I have one of the few MGB's with negative camber and lowered ride height plus raised roll center. The local parking lot autocross will prove out how well those physics work! Can't wait! [url]https://www.theoldmanandthemgb.com/2022/04/the-simple-winter-project-continues.html[/url] Keep on having #funwithcars !

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Posted 2022-04-02 19:26:01 by Jeff Hemphill

An Easier Winter - Front Suspension Modification

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 18:44:59 -0600

Jeff Hemphill's Journal --

Having exhausted myself last winter with the rotary engine swap, I decided on some "minor" front suspension adjustments this winter. We'll see how my restful season goes. The intro is at my blog here: [url]https://www.theoldmanandthemgb.com/2022/02/an-easier-winter-front-suspension.html[/url] Hopefully, I don't end up with this!

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Posted 2022-02-18 18:44:59 by Jeff Hemphill

Leash The Kraken!

Sat, 29 Jan 2022 19:10:31 -0600

Jeff Hemphill's Journal --

The exhaust system on the engine swap was a challenge. To say the least. Autocrossing exposed this weakness in dramatic fashion! More can be read here: [url]https://www.theoldmanandthemgb.com/2022/01/leash-kraken.html[/url]

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Posted 2022-01-29 19:10:31 by Jeff Hemphill

Bad News From The Autocross!

Sat, 06 Nov 2021 20:33:53 -0500

Jeff Hemphill's Journal --

My goal remains the same: Gift a British roadster with the tech that her spirit has earned! I was making good progress until this year. The sad tale of the tape can be found at [url]https://www.theoldmanandthemgb.com/2021/11/ive-got-bad-news-folks-bb-outdoes-her.html[/url] This winter I'm doing 90% less, so maybe I'll see better results! In any case, keep having #funwithcars!

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Posted 2021-11-06 20:33:53 by Jeff Hemphill

The Tachometer Communicates With The RX8 Renesis Motor!

Fri, 01 Oct 2021 18:18:34 -0500

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One of the more difficult, and therefore rewarding, tasks in this engine swap was getting the venerable old tach to see engine speed! It was a bit clugey (maybe not a word anymore) but I managed it! Details are here: [url]https://www.theoldmanandthemgb.com/2021/10/history-and-story-of-tachometer.html[/url] Hope you enjoy and keep having #funwithcars!

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Posted 2021-10-01 18:18:34 by Jeff Hemphill

The Tachometer Communicates With The RX8 Renesis Motor!

Fri, 01 Oct 2021 18:17:24 -0500

The Tachometer Communicates With The RX8 Renesis Motor!

Fri, 01 Oct 2021 18:15:20 -0500

MGB With RX8 Renesis Rotary - Did You Know That A Rotary Engine Is Lubricated Like A Two-Stroke?

Fri, 24 Sep 2021 18:30:58 -0500

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One of the many reconfigurations of space required to get an RX8 rotary engine to fit into an MGB surrounds the metering oil pump. I was surprised to learn that a rotary is lubricated like a two-stroke with an injection pump. Sadly, that pump is inside the frame rail in an MGB, so it had to be relocated. The tale is here: [url]https://www.theoldmanandthemgb.com/2021/09/the-metering-oil-pump-did-you-know-that.html[/url] Keep having #funwithcars !

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Posted 2021-09-24 18:30:58 by Jeff Hemphill

Cooling An RX8 Rotary In An MGB

Sat, 04 Sep 2021 18:58:13 -0500

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The Renesis motor is not very efficient (although it possesses other virtues) which means it needs a very effective cooling system! I describe how I managed that at this post: [url]https://www.theoldmanandthemgb.com/2021/09/cooling-system-did-you-know-that-your.html[/url] The new powertrain is two autocrosses old and proves that it's never too late to have #funwithcars !

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Posted 2021-09-04 18:58:13 by Jeff Hemphill

It's Nice To Have Brake Lights!

Sat, 28 Aug 2021 20:40:35 -0500

Jeff Hemphill's Journal --

While installing the Renesis 13B rotary in BB, I learned that I haven't had brake lights for 5 years! That's a problem but easily solved as you can see here: [url]https://www.theoldmanandthemgb.com/2021/08/its-nice-to-have-brake-lights.html[/url] Keep on having #funwithcars !

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Posted 2021-08-28 20:40:35 by Jeff Hemphill

On The Road Again!

Fri, 27 Aug 2021 21:56:27 -0500

Jeff Hemphill's Journal --

It seems incredible but I have launched my 55 year roadster again, this time powered by a 13B Renesis rotary with 232hp! This is crazy fun to drive!! Details are available at my blog: [url]https://www.theoldmanandthemgb.com/2021/08/on-road-again.html[/url]

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Posted 2021-08-27 21:56:27 by Jeff Hemphill

Electrical - What Was That About Achille's Heel?

Sun, 01 Aug 2021 18:31:11 -0500

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The most challenging part of swapping a Renesis RX-8 rotary engine into BB is the electrical system. The Mazda was ahead of it's time in security and there is basically no hope of making the engine run outside it's original car with the stock Engine Control Unit. Therefore, I bought a racing ECU to which I only had to connect 19 wires. That did not go so well, however. The rest of the tale is told here: [url]https://www.theoldmanandthemgb.com/2021/08/electrical-what-was-that-about-achilles.html[/url]

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Posted 2021-08-01 18:31:11 by Jeff Hemphill

Engine Mounts - How To Wrap Your Arms Around A Renesis Rotary!

Fri, 18 Jun 2021 20:05:18 -0500

Jeff Hemphill's Journal --

They say this engine doesn't have much low end torque. Well, I don't plan to spend much time at the low end! Here is the story of the engine mount fabrication. [url]https://www.theoldmanandthemgb.com/2021/06/engine-mounts-how-to-wrap-your-arms.html[/url]

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Posted 2021-06-18 20:05:18 by Jeff Hemphill

First Sign Of Life - The Starter Motor Works!

Fri, 18 Jun 2021 18:42:03 -0500

Jeff Hemphill's Journal --

This has been many hours in the making. Installing an RX-8 High Power Rotary into BB, a '67 MGB has been much harder in some respects than I expected but also easier in a few. It's not running yet but it's very exciting to see it rotate without banging in to any sheet metal! [url]https://www.theoldmanandthemgb.com/2021/05/first-sign-of-life-starter-motor-works.html[/url]

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Posted 2021-06-18 18:42:03 by Jeff Hemphill

One Needs To Breathe In As Much As One Breathes Out...Hopefully!

Sat, 24 Apr 2021 19:33:40 -0500

Jeff Hemphill's Journal --

Part of the journey of swapping an RX-8 engine into my '67 MGB, is the new cold air intake. This was actually one of the easier parts of this project. Good thing I don't drive BB in the rain, as this intake would suck water off a moist road! In any case, keep having #funwithcars! Details are here: [url]https://www.theoldmanandthemgb.com/2021/04/one-needs-to-breathe-in-as-much-as-one.html[/url]

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Posted 2021-04-24 19:33:40 by Jeff Hemphill

Welcome To Fuel Injection!

Sat, 17 Apr 2021 21:00:14 -0500

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While swapping in an RX-8 engine, I of course had to provide sufficient fuel pressure for a port injected engine. This proved expensive but not especially difficult. The journey is documented here: [url]//https://www.theoldmanandthemgb.com/2021/04/welcome-to-fuel-injection.html[/url]

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Posted 2021-04-17 21:00:14 by Jeff Hemphill

How Gasoline Cheats Against Batteries: The New Exhaust System

Sat, 17 Apr 2021 20:23:52 -0500

Jeff Hemphill's Journal --

In swapping out the engine for 2.5x the horsepower, a much larger exhaust is needed. This leads to a comparison of real energy density between batteries and gasoline! I love engineering! The right answer is never obvious but always available! [url]http://www.theoldmanandthemgb.com/2021/04/gasoline-cheats-to-beat-batteries.html[/url]

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Posted 2021-04-17 20:23:52 by Jeff Hemphill

Human Machine Interface

Sat, 13 Mar 2021 20:37:42 -0600

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Humans need levers to deal with the world. Our physical gifts are pathetic next to most creatures, so we use machines to multiply our might! That seems quite grand for a description of a shift knob, but consider that with that shifter, you control the flow of hundred's of horsepower to the road! Now that's fun! [url]https://www.theoldmanandthemgb.com/2021/03/human-machine-interface-my-new-shifter.html[/url]

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Posted 2021-03-13 20:37:42 by Jeff Hemphill

Mysterious Packages Arrived!

Sat, 30 Jan 2021 20:27:30 -0600

Jeff Hemphill's Journal --

This is the first in a series of posts documenting my engine swap of a Mazda RX-8 Renisis motor for BB's venerable old iron soldier! Along the way, I give a nod to Ian Fleming, Chitty-Chitty-Bang-Bang and the UK! [url]https://www.theoldmanandthemgb.com/2021/01/mysterious-packages-arrived.html[/url] Happy reading and keep having #funwithcars !

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Posted 2021-01-30 20:27:30 by Jeff Hemphill

On The Edge Between Slipping And Sliding!

Sat, 24 Oct 2020 20:24:15 -0500

Jeff Hemphill's Journal --

The last autocross of the season is bittersweet. But also triumphant as I was closer than I have ever been to the average time! I barely slid into the finish gate with my best time but performance comes from pushing the envelope! More details are at my blog [url]https://theoldmanandthemgb.blogspot.com/2020/10/on-knifes-edge-between-slipping-and.html[/url]

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Posted 2020-10-24 20:24:15 by Jeff Hemphill

How To Make MGB Gauges Flare!

Sat, 10 Oct 2020 18:54:04 -0500

Jeff Hemphill's Journal --

This is a silly waste of time but brings great pleasure with every key on! There was a time, maybe in the 90's?, where the speedo and tach "flared" to full scale and settled to zero on key on. Since my mission is to raise an MGB to modern standards, I can hardly avoid a side trip to the 90's. More detail is available at my blog [url]https://theoldmanandthemgb.blogspot.com/2020/09/this-is-just-silly-trick-to-pass.html [/url] Keep having #funwithcars!

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Posted 2020-10-10 18:54:04 by Jeff Hemphill

Is This Work Paying Off In The Autocross?

Fri, 07 Aug 2020 21:13:23 -0500

Jeff Hemphill's Journal --

Over the last 4 Winters, I have made various upgrades to BB's chassis (and perhaps, have become a better driver!). Here, I take an objective look at the data and see what we have done! [url]https://theoldmanandthemgb.blogspot.com/2020/08/this-is-lot-of-work-lets-see-how-its.html[/url]

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Posted 2020-08-07 21:13:23 by Jeff Hemphill

The Independent Rear Suspension Lives Through It's Second Autocross!

Fri, 31 Jul 2020 20:01:23 -0500

Jeff Hemphill's Journal --

Here are some details of the chopped down S2000 rear suspension surviving its second autocross. In a later post, I'll show the statistical improvement. This one is just for joy! [url]https://theoldmanandthemgb.blogspot.com/2020/07/the-independent-rear-suspension-lives.html[/url]

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Posted 2020-07-31 20:01:23 by Jeff Hemphill

I Love You BB, But Your Fuel Gauge Is Crazy!

Sun, 26 Jul 2020 19:30:12 -0500

Jeff Hemphill's Journal --

As part of the dash restoration project, I tackled cleaning and painting the fuel gauge. My goodness! The needle is actually made of Aluminum foil! I bent the crap out of everything. It seems impossible that I got it straight again but it is working today and gets compliments at the autocross! More details at [url]https://theoldmanandthemgb.blogspot.com/2020/07/i-love-you-bb-but-your-fuel-gauge-is.html[/url]

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Posted 2020-07-26 19:30:12 by Jeff Hemphill

The MGB Tachometer And Speedometer Have Guided Me Since I Was 16!

Sun, 19 Jul 2020 20:45:42 -0500

Jeff Hemphill's Journal --

I started a Summer project to clean and lubricate my speedometer and tachometer. This proved to be very different from other automotive work as it is more like watch repair! It also lasted a full year, including roughly one hundred and one removals of each gauge! However, they are now giving pleasing service, which after 53 years, is a small miracle with or without my clumsy efforts! More details are available on my blog at [url]http://theoldmanandthemgb.blogspot.com/2020/07/the-mgb-tachometer-and-speedometer-have.html[/url] Keep having #funwithcars!

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Posted 2020-07-19 20:45:42 by Jeff Hemphill

Adding A Sway Bar To The IRS

Sat, 04 Jul 2020 20:28:36 -0500

Jeff Hemphill's Journal --

Here are some photo's and description of what went right and wrong while fabricating a way to mount an original MGB rear sway bar to a Honda S2000 IRS that I chopped down and welded into my MG! Hard to believe I managed that as I drive her around today. More details on my blog at: [url]https://theoldmanandthemgb.blogspot.com/2020/07/adding-sway-bar-to-irs.html[/url] Keep having #funwithcars!

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Posted 2020-07-04 20:28:36 by Jeff Hemphill

Did You Use Loctite On Your Bolts?

Sat, 27 Jun 2020 21:27:18 -0500

Jeff Hemphill's Journal --

A colleague asked this question after I had built a Honda IRS (Independent Rear Suspension) into my '67 MGB ("BB"). At first, I was offended, but I learned better at my first Autocross, where bolts from 3 years ago were found missing and I lost a critical link from this Winter's work! Anyway, nothing will ever equal Autocrossing a 53 year old MGB against a field of modern cars and finishing near the average time! More details of the project and the race are available at my blog : [url]http://theoldmanandthemgb.blogspot.com/2020/06/did-you-use-locktite-on-your-bolts.html[/url] This is really #funwithcars!

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Posted 2020-06-27 21:27:18 by Jeff Hemphill

Now The Rubber Hits The Road!

Sat, 13 Jun 2020 15:41:02 -0500

Jeff Hemphill's Journal --

Some final issues are worked out and a victory drive takes place! The Honda S2000 independent rear suspension fits and she drives nicely. More photos and details are at the blog below. [url]http://www.https://theoldmanandthemgb.blogspot.com/2020/06/now-rubber-hits-road.html[/url]

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Posted 2020-06-13 15:41:02 by Jeff Hemphill

The Parking Brake Clown Car!

Sat, 16 May 2020 20:32:32 -0500

Jeff Hemphill's Journal --

This journal entry details life in a 53 year old car including starting problems and lack of hand brake! [url]https://www.blogger.com/blog/post/edit/4834647734284966177/2923593574351114752[/url]

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Posted 2020-05-16 20:32:32 by Jeff Hemphill

Various And Sundry!

Sat, 09 May 2020 20:39:16 -0500

Jeff Hemphill's Journal --

The work on BB is coming along. Here, I describe some of the trials and tribulations of finishing what I thought were the minor, easy parts. Such as flaring brake lines and flushing brakes, installing the fuel cell, and connecting the parking brake. More details are on my blog at [url]http://www.https://theoldmanandthemgb.blogspot.com/2020/05/various-and-sundry.html.com[/url]

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Posted 2020-05-09 20:39:16 by Jeff Hemphill

The New Suspension Fits!

Fri, 17 Apr 2020 21:46:28 -0500

Jeff Hemphill's Journal --

The Winter was mild but protracted as I worked on the Independent Rear Suspension conversion for my '67 MBG ("BB"). This has been a huge challenge but worthwhile so far! The bulk of the new suspension comes from a Honda S2000 with associated shortening, sawing, welding, and fabrication! What a journey! More details an pictures are at [url]http://theoldmanandthemgb.blogspot.com/2020/04/the-new-suspension-fits.html.com[/url]

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Posted 2020-04-17 21:46:28 by Jeff Hemphill

Painful Surgey!

Fri, 17 Apr 2020 07:45:09 -0500

Jeff Hemphill's Journal --

I completed the needed saw work to make room for the new suspension. That was quite emotional but seems successful. More details and pictures are at [url]http://www.theoldmanandthemgb.blogspot.com[/url]

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Posted 2020-04-17 07:45:09 by Jeff Hemphill

Metal Chips And Greasy Bits!

Sat, 18 Jan 2020 19:24:31 -0600

Jeff Hemphill's Journal --

Winter work is on pace so far. In this post, I update on the breakdown of the S2000 rear suspension and the removal of the gas tank, fuel pump, and second battery box from BB. Happy Motoring and have #funwithcars ! [url]https://theoldmanandthemgb.blogspot.com/2020/01/metal-chips-and-greasy-bits.html[/url]

Posted 2020-01-18 19:24:31 by Jeff Hemphill

The First Pieces Come Together!

Mon, 30 Dec 2019 22:04:06 -0600

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After much dis-assembly work, I finally managed some adaptation of MGB parts to Honda S2000 rear suspension I am installing! It was a happy moment. More details are on my blog here: [url]https://theoldmanandthemgb.blogspot.com/2019/12/the-first-pieces-come-together.html[/url]

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Posted 2019-12-30 22:04:06 by Jeff Hemphill

Midwinter Update On The Independent Rear Suspension Retrofit

Fri, 27 Dec 2019 23:00:49 -0600

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The craziest project of my workshop life is underway! I have the original axle and leaf springs removed and have started on sawing out the battery boxes to make room for the S2000 IRS. Wish me luck! [url]https://theoldmanandthemgb.blogspot.com/2019/12/midwinter-update.html.com[/url]

Posted 2019-12-27 23:00:49 by Jeff Hemphill

Caractacus Earns His Stripes!

Fri, 27 Dec 2019 22:14:05 -0600

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This is a preview of the upcoming Winter work. I've decided to live out my 14 year old dreams and fully upgrade BB to beyond state of the art. The preview is here: [url]https://theoldmanandthemgb.blogspot.com/2019/11/caractacus-will-earn-his-stripes-with.html[/url] Fitting a Honda S2000 suspension in the rear of a car designed for leaf springs should fill the Winter hours...

Posted 2019-12-27 22:14:05 by Jeff Hemphill

Last Autocross Of The Season In BB

Fri, 27 Dec 2019 22:07:02 -0600

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I finally finished my last autocross post. The details are here: [url]https://theoldmanandthemgb.blogspot.com/2019/12/the-end-of-autocross-season.html.com[/url] It is always fun to be the only person in a British roadster, which style arguably started this sport!

Posted 2019-12-27 22:07:02 by Jeff Hemphill

Dashboard Repainting Project

Sat, 21 Sep 2019 20:44:03 -0500

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After reading a Moss Motors catalog, I realized how aged my dash was. I also realized how much time one spends looking at that dash. So I decided on a repaint. The story is illustrated here: [url]http:/https://theoldmanandthemgb.blogspot.com/2019/09/one-spends-lot-of-time-looking-at-ones.html[/url]

Posted 2019-09-21 20:44:03 by Jeff Hemphill

Voltmeter Installation In A '67 MGB

Sat, 21 Sep 2019 19:43:27 -0500

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I have experience with MG electrical systems and so, felt much better having a voltmeter installed. It's a good thing I did! I had installed the cheapest available dynamo and one day saw the voltmeter sink to zero! The blog post will show how I learned what a field coil is and repaired everything. Btw, there was not a sausage in the dynamo! [url]https://theoldmanandthemgb.blogspot.com/2019/09/the-importance-of-voltmeters.html[/url]

Posted 2019-09-21 19:43:27 by Jeff Hemphill

LED Light Conversion

Sat, 17 Aug 2019 14:35:30 -0500

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In order to unload the electrical system and see farther, I upgraded headlights, tail lights, and blinkers to LED. I used parts from Moss and was happy with the results. Pics and description, along with some meanderings about engine efficiency are at: [url]http://https://theoldmanandthemgb.blogspot.com/[/url]

Posted 2019-08-17 14:35:30 by Jeff Hemphill

Weber Carburetor Rebuild

Fri, 12 Jul 2019 16:12:44 -0500

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Somewhere along the way, BB had her SU's replaced by a Weber carb. The temperature at which BB would start was slowly getting higher and higher, so I plunged into a rebuild. The details and pictures are here [url]https://theoldmanandthemgb.blogspot.com/[url]

Posted 2019-07-12 16:12:44 by Jeff Hemphill

Window Vent Repair

Sun, 26 May 2019 20:30:19 -0500

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I got a replacement vent window knob for Christmas. The story of the ensuing project can be found at this link: [url]https://theoldmanandthemgb.blogspot.com/2019/05/a-simple-vent-window-repair.html[url]

Posted 2019-05-26 20:30:19 by Jeff Hemphill