Users' questions

Can you supercharge MGB engine?

Can you supercharge MGB engine?

Superchargers have been used on cars and piston engined aircraft since before World War II in order to obtain maximum power without losing vital torque. The Moss supercharger kits give increased torque and horsepower throughout the rev range without adding extra stress to your engine.

How much does a supercharger kit cost?

Expect to pay anywhere from $1500 to $7500 for an aftermarket supercharger kit. This will depend on the type of engine you have. You can use comparative websites to look at several prices.

How fast can you make an MGB?

Like the MGB, it was available as a coupé (GT) and roadster. An overdrive gearbox or three-speed automatic gearbox were available as options. The car was capable of 120 mph (193 km/h) and a 0–60 mph time of 10.0 seconds….MGC.

MGC & MGC GT
Powertrain
Engine 2.9 L C-Series I6

How much horsepower does a MGB GT have?

MG MGB & MGB GT

Specifications (typical)
Power 95 bhp @ 5400 rpm 95 bhp @ 5400 rpm
Torque 110lb ft @ 3000 rpm 110lb ft @ 3000 rpm
Gearbox 4 speed manual, optional overdrive or automatic
Driven Wheels Rear Rear

Can you turbo a MGB?

Re: Turbo on an MGB engine? Yes you are right.

How do you improve performance in MGB?

Often older brake systems, especially drum brakes, can be improved just by proper servicing. Various improvements are possible such as fitting braided front hoses for better feel, pad upgrades (e.g. MGB V8 pads fit standard MGB front callipers), vented discs, and servos where not previously fitted.

Is it cheaper to supercharge or turbocharge?

In a nutshell, turbochargers are efficient, inexpensive, and can help many small-engine vehicles obtain engine power advantages. Superchargers are all about dramatic power boosts at any cost.

Why are supercharger kits so expensive?

Unlike turbochargers, which are powered by exhaust gases, superchargers are driven directly by the engine. That’s one reason superchargers tend to be more expensive than turbochargers.

What is the best year MGB to buy?

A brief review of the MGB’s history provides an easy answer to what is considered the “best” MGB to buy: The cars from model years 1966 and 1967 get that accolade. They still carried the classic body style, highlighted by shiny bumpers and a pretty grille.

What is a 1977 MGB worth?

Data based on 60 auction sales. note: The images shown are representations of the 1977 MG MGB and not necessarily vehicles that have been bought or sold at auction….MG Models.

Bodystyles Median Sale
Roadster $3,482
Roadster $5,750

Do superchargers shorten engine life?

Assuming a properly tuned system, proper oil change and engine maintenance, and similar driving, supercharging generally will not shorten the life of an engine, just as is the case with OEM turbocharging (with proper cooldown for turbochargers. A cooldown period after driving is not necessary with supercharging).

Are superchargers worth the money?

A supercharger can consume as much as 20 percent of an engine’s total power output. But because a supercharger can generate as much as 46 percent additional horsepower, most think the trade-off is worth it. Despite their disadvantages, superchargers are still the most cost-effective way to increase horsepower.

What kind of supercharger does a MGB have?

Following the formula and experience derived from the T-series kit, Moss has adapted an Eaton M-45 supercharger unit for use with the MGB ’s 1798cc four-cylinder B-series engine. Currently there are two versions of the supercharger available: one for the 1968-’74 chrome-bumper cars, and another for the later rubber-bumper cars.

Which is the best supercharger for a mini?

High Performance Products, an Australian firm, offers bolt-on supercharger kits for the MGB and MGA as well as the original Mini. Their MGB kit promises “massive torque” plus a 30-to-50-percent horsepower increase. In early testing, Bill’s B pulled 125 horsepower at the wheels—he figures around 80 more than a stock late-model MGB would produce.

Where does the B Series supercharger come from?

The block is derived from the B-Series, should mate directly to your engine mounts and gearbox. Plenty of them in MGA’s, MGB’s and a Marina or two. Eldest put one in a Series III Land Rover with Sherpa and MGB bits.

What kind of supercharger does Moss motoring use?

The new MGB supercharger system uses the same Eaton positive-displacement, Roots-type supercharger found on contemporary OE applications such as Mercedes-Benz and Jaguar. It’s also the cornerstone of Jackson Racing’s aftermarket systems, so Moss engineers have lots of experience with this supercharger.