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I have recently aquired a mk1 1966 mgb roadster which is stripped internally.As regards to the dashboard,can anyone tell me which switch/
gauge goes where please.Or can anyone recommend a book that would tell me details like this,thankyou,Roger

The gauges on a Mk1 MGb of 1966 build are Smiths gauges.

Right to left on a RHD drive car
Fuel
Rev Counter
Speedometer
Duel Oil pressure (lbs/sq inch)/temperature ( degrees fahrenheit)

The best book for all the detail is the Original MGB by Anders Clausager available from the MGCC Shop here
https://shop.mgcc.co.uk/product/origina ... ers-guide/

George

Roger is seeking assistance in identifying the correct placement of switches and gauges for his newly acquired 1966 MGB Roadster. He is open to recommendations for a book that would provide such details.

Does this help? It is my 1971 MGB which I think is similar. The switches are: Light Switch above dual gauge, then down below from right to left there are Choke, Ignition Switch (blanked on my car as it has a column lock), Washer Plunger, Wiper Switch, and Heater Fan Switch. The overdrive switch is to the right of the fuel gauge and the instrument light dimmer is between the speedo and rev counter.

Why has this post from almost five years ago - it's dated Mon Jun 04, 2018 - and apparently answered at the time, come to life again this morning?

Weird. I hadn't noticed the date on the post.

It's good that Lucas was concerned the thread hadnt been picked up though. Easy for a new joiner to have missed the date.

Lucas111 wrote: Tue Apr 11, 2023 9:20 am Roger is seeking assistance in identifying the correct placement of switches and gauges for his newly acquired 1966 MGB Roadster. He is open to recommendations for a book that would provide such details.

For Roger's 1966 MGB Roadster, a great recommendation will be "MGB Restoration Manual" by Lindsay Porter. It provides detailed diagrams and instructions for the correct placement of switch, gauges and other components. This is a valuable resource for both restoration and maintenance! youtube vanced

Indeed it's a good book and Linday has been known to put his head round the door on the forums from time to time. Very knowledgeable and an all round nice gent.

As the original poster asked for a reccommendation back in 2018 lets hope he has purchased one by now.


Backl to the present day then, tell us what MG you have there Vancedapk ?