Essential manuals for the MGBGTV8
V8 Workshop Manual Supplement AKD8468
An essential reference for all V8 enthusiasts covering the engine, fuel system, cooling system, clutch, gearbox and overdrive, propeller shaft, final drive, steering, front suspension, rear suspension, brakes, wheels, tyres, and electrical equipment, together with general information and weights.

Do make sure you have the Issue 2 updates.

MGB Workshop Manual AKD3259

The basic reference for V8 enthusiasts which is needed for the many service and maintenance routines on MGBGTV8s which are common with both the MGB, MGBGT and V8 models. It is comprehensive in its coverage.

V8 Driver's Handbook AKD8423

A useful quick reference for V8 enthusiasts with an introduction to the car - controls, instruments, and running instructions plus a section on care for the care for the car covering the cooling system, wheels and tyres, brakes, electrical, ignition, engine, fuel system, steering and suspension, transmission, routine maintenance, general data including tyre pressures, and a lubrication chart.

Students Technical Notes on the MGBGTV8 AKD5188
Technical notes issued to mechanics attending courses at the Factory prior to the launch of the MGBGTV8 in 1973. Notes covering the engine, gearbox & overdrive produced for the training courses organised for the dealers before the MGBGTV8 launch. Well worth getting a set. Copies of a BL Heritage approved reprint of these notes have been available from the V8 Register.

V8 Engine Overhaul Manual - Publication Part No RCL

This overhaul manual is applicable to 3.5, 3.9 and 4.2 litre V8 engines with or without the suffix B added to the engine serial number. Published in 1996 by Rover Technical Communications as Publication No RCL. The manual has 49 pages.
You can download a copy here in PDF format (700Kb) - V8 Engine Overhaul Manual

Parts Catalogue AKM0039

The original parts manual is an invaluable friend. Moss Europe produced their own parts catalogues for the MGB & MGBGT MGL003 and a supplement for the MGBGTV8 MGL001B.

Moss Restoration Parts Catalogue MGB-07A

Moss Europe produce their own MGB Restoration Parts Catalogue MGB-07A which you can download on the Moss Europe website. Alternatively you can order a copy by email or telephone.
Download a copy of the MGB Restoration Parts Catalogue at http://www.moss-europe.co.uk/MGB.aspx
or order one from Moss-Europe at catalogues@moss-europe.co.uk
or by telephone on 0800 281182

MGBGTV8 Parts Supplement MGL001B

This useful V8 parts supplement was issued by Moss some time ago but is still a very useful spares reference document with first class exploded diagrams of the engine, oil cooling, clutch, water cooling, exhaust, rear axle, steering, hydraulics, electricals, instruments, external trims and accessories and jacks, tools and wheel caps. Each exploded diagram has a parts list on the opposite page.
Download PDF copy (9.6MB)
Copies are available from Moss Europe at www.moss-europe.co.uk

Information on SU carburettors
Tuning SU HIF Carburettors Understanding how the HIF works
Comprehensive notes on tuning and servicing
type HIF carburettors
SU Booklet 9940 (AKD7521)
Download PDF copy (2.16MB)
Comprehensive notes on the features and operation of type HIF carburettors
SU Booklet 9939A (AKD7902)

Download PDF copy (1.56MB)
Two A4 sized booklets on the HIF carburettor were produced by SU.

Reunion with a Rover Motor
A useful article published in Car Mechanics in January 1980.


AC DELCO alternator

Comprehensive Service Manual on AC Delco alternators (diode rectified AC generators) was published by AC Delco Europe (part number 071-200 12-74 which supersedes D462 10-73). This manual has good colour photographs and has fault finding flow charts.


Need to get a starter motor or alternator repaired?
A specialist has been recommended by a number of members, see the entry in the V8LIFELINE.
Burghfield Starter Motor & Alternator Centre