MGB performance engine build part 3, cam and timing chain

We continue the performance engine build for my ‘74 MGBGT autocrosser. This time we are putting on the front plate, discussing an interesting theory I have that I have never heard discussed before regarding gasket choices. We look at the cam thrust and how it’s set properly along with discussing a thrust issue I have seen in the past and how I have dealt with it. We look at timing gear alignment and how to check it. Then we finish up with why you should always check your cam timing rather than just lining up the dots and the tools and information required to do it. Check back next week for another video as we wrap up the short block before we move on to wrapping it up and getting it back in the car.


This engine is a ‘74 5-main B series
Bored .060
Compression approximately 9.7:1
Wedged crankshaft
Balance rotating assembly
Maxspeeding 4340 H beam rods
King tri-metal main and rod bearings
APT VP12bk cam with CF-04 lifters
APT offset rocker bushings
Crane tubular chrome moly push rods
Lightened flywheel (15 1/2 lbs) for Datsun 5-speed conversion
Pro Sport sfi balancer
Fully baffled oil pan with trap doors and windage tray ( fabricated by me)
Ported ‘74 cyl head
Custom LCB header ( built by me)
Custom exhaust with hand made Flowmaster style muffler ( built by me)
Custom Maniflow style intake built for use with HIF-4 carbs ( built by me) ( final carbs will likely be a hybrid mix of HIF-4 bodies and HS-4 pistons and dash pots)
Re-curved 25d distributor by Advanced Distributors
MSD 6 AL ignition box with adjustable rev limiter