MG MGA (1955-1962): Service and Repair Manuals

MG MGA - All models (1955-1962) | Haynes Owners Workshop Manual

Haynes Classic Manual on the MG MGA 1500, 1600, 1600 Mk II and Twin Cam.

Versions: Tourer, Two-seater and Coupé.

Petrol engines: 1.5 (1489 cc OHV), 1.6 (1588 cc DOHC) and 1.6 (1622 cc OHV, BMC B-Series).

Production years: 1955-1962.

This Haynes manual for the MG MGA guides you through the maintenance and repair of the engine (valves, camshaft, cylinder head, oil pump, seals and radiator).
It also includes procedures for the cooling system, ventilation, fuel system, exhaust, starting and charging system. Additionally, it covers work on the clutch, gearbox, driveshafts, braking system, suspension, steering gear, body, interior and electrical system.

• Step-by-step instructions with detailed photos.
• Based on a complete strip-down and rebuild.
• Includes a maintenance schedule, technical specifications, torque wrench settings and troubleshooting tables.
• Clear and detailed wiring diagrams.

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Details:	256 pages, 27 x 21 x 1.1 cm / 10.6 x 8.25 x 0.43 in, paperback
Illustrations:	hundreds of photos and drawings
Publisher:	Haynes Publishing (GB, 2013)
Series:	Haynes Owners Workshop Manual (0475)
ISBN:	9780857336453

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MGA Restoration Guide (Soft Cover)

Brooklands restoration guide for the MG MGA 1500, Twin Cam, 1600 and 1600 Mk II (Roadster and Coupé) from the period 1955-1962. Provides also purchase tips and information about the model history and identification.

• This manual describes the complete restoration of the MGA models: renovation of the body (including the replacement of bonnet, fenders, windows, doors and bumpers), the interior (seat cover, dashboard and door panels), the engine (removal and installation, overhaul), the chassis (clutch, gearbox, suspension, brakes, steering) and electrical installation (lamps, dynamo, starter motor, windscreen wipers).
• Richly illustrated and clear step-by-step instructions.

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Author:	Malcolm Green
Details:	160 pages, 27 x 20 x 1 cm / 10.6 x 7.9 x 0.39 in, paperback
Illustrations:	profusely illustrated
Publisher:	Brooklands Books (GB, 1995)
ISBN:	9781855203020

MG MGA 1500, 1600 & Mk 2 (1955-1962) - Official Workshop Manual (Soft Cover)

Official factory workshop manual (reprint) for maintenance and repair of the MG MGA 1500, 1600 and 1600 Mk 2.

Production years: 1955-1962.

This is the same technical manual that was used in the MG dealer's workshop at the time. MG reference: AKD600D.

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Details:	296 pages, 27 x 20 x 1.6 cm / 10.6 x 7.9 x 0.63 in, paperback
Illustrations:	profusely illustrated
Publisher:	MG Car Co. Ltd (GB, 1996)
ISBN:	9781869826307

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MGA 1600 Mk. 1 and Mk. 2 - Service Parts List

Official parts catalogue (reprint) for the MG MGA Mk. 1 and Mk. 2 With the 1600 engine. Chapters about engine, clutch, gearbox, overdrive, chassis, exhaust, steering, axles, clutch, brakes, electrical equipment, body-parts and much more.

Contains drawings (exploded views) and lists with parts numbers. This is the same parts catalogue that was used in the MG dealer's workshop at the time. MG-reference: AKD1215.

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Author:	BMC Service Ltd
Details:	262 pages, 29 x 21 cm / 11.4 x 8.25 in, paperback
Illustrations:	numerous drawings
Publisher:	Brooklands Books (GB, 2017)
ISBN:	9781870642613

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MGA & MGB | Clymer Owner's Workshop Manual

Floyd Clymer manual (reprint) on the MGA and MGB sports cars.

Versions:
- MGA 1500 (1955-1959), MGA 1600 Mk I (1959-1961), MGA 1600 Mk II (1961-1962)
- MGB Mk I (1962-1967) and MGB Mk II (1967-1970).
Also useable for the mechanical components of the last MGB series (1970-1980).

Petrol engines: 1500, 1600 and 1800 cc.

This Clymer repair manual on the MGA and MGB contains extensive information for maintenance, repair and overhaul of all mechanical and electric components.
It covers in detail the 1.5, 1.6 and 1.8 litre petrol engines (removal - refitting, crankshaft, connecting rods, pistons, distribution, valves, oil pump, cooling, fuel system).
It also provides instructions for work on the clutch, gearbox, driveshafts, steering system, front and rear suspension, brakes, the electrical system and the exhaust.

• Includes technical specifications and torque wrench settings.
• Clear wiring diagrams.
• Also features a reproduction of the instruction manual MGB & MGB GT Owners Handbook.
• Reprint of the original Clymer book from the 1970s.

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Author:	Floyd Clymer
Details:	474 pages, 21.5 x 14 x 2.6 cm / 8.5 x 5.5 x 1.02 in, paperback
Illustrations:	251 photos and drawings
Publisher:	Veloce Press (USA, 2009)
Series:	Floyd Clymer Manual Reprint
ISBN:	9781588500915

MG MGA / MGB & MGB GT (1955-1968) | Autobooks Owners Workshop Manual

Autobooks guide to servicing, overhaul and repairs on the MG sports cars:
- MGA 1500, MGA 1600, MGA Twin Cam
- MGB and MGB GT.

Production years: 1955-1968.

Glove Box Edition on A5-format. Fits in the glovebox.

This Autobooks Manual on the MG MGA and MGB Mk 1 sports cars provides comprehensive step-by-step instructions for work on the engine, fuel system, ignition and cooling.
Covers also the clutch, gearbox, rear axle, front and rear suspension, steering box, brakes, the electrical system and the body.

• Includes tables with detailed service data and torque specifications.
• Complete with wiring diagrams.

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Details:	186 pages, 21.5 x 14 x 1.1 cm / 8.5 x 5.5 x 0.43 in, paperback
Illustrations:	numerous photos, drawings and exploded views
Publisher:	Autobooks / Brooklands Books (GB, 1996)
Series:	Autobooks Owners Workshop Manual (OWM 955 GB)
ISBN:	9781855200937

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MG MGA & MGB (1955-1968) | Autobooks Owners Workshop Manual

Autobooks guide to servicing, overhaul and repairs on the MG MGA and MGB.

Production years: 1955-1968.

This Autobooks Manual on the MG MGA and MGB sports cars provides comprehensive step-by-step instructions for work on the engine, fuel system, ignition and cooling.
Covers also the clutch, gearbox, rear axle, front and rear suspension, steering box, brakes, the electrical system and the body.

• Includes tables with detailed service data and torque specifications.
• Complete with wiring diagrams.

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Details:	178 pages, 28 x 21 cm / 11 x 8.25 in, paperback
Illustrations:	numerous photos, drawings and exploded views
Publisher:	Autobooks / Brooklands Books (GB, 1991)
Series:	Autobooks Owners Workshop Manual (OWM 955)
ISBN:	9781783180356

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MG MGA Twin Cam (1958-1960) - Official Workshop Manual

Official factory workshop manual (reprint) for maintenance and repair of the MG MGA Twin Cam.

Production years: 1958-1960.

This is the same technical manual that was used in the MG dealer's workshop at the time.

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Details:	204 pages, 27.5 x 21 x 1 cm / 10.8 x 8.25 x 0.39 in, paperback
Illustrations:	profusely illustrated
Publisher:	MG Car Co. Ltd (GB, 2006)
ISBN:	9781855208179

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MG Series MGA 1500 - Service Parts List

Official parts catalogue (reprint) for the MG MGA with the 1500 engine. Chapters about engine, clutch, gearbox, overdrive, chassis, exhaust, steering, axles, clutch, brakes, electrical equipment, body-parts and much more.

Contains drawings (exploded views) and lists with parts numbers. This is the same parts catalogue that was used in the MG dealer's workshop at the time. MG-reference: AKD1055.

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Author:	BMC Service Ltd
Details:	262 pages, 29 x 21 x 1.5 cm / 11.4 x 8.25 x 0.59 in, paperback
Illustrations:	numerous drawings
Publisher:	Brooklands Books (GB, 2017)
ISBN:	9781870642569

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