I TRY TO SQUEEZE A 3.0L JAGUAR V6 INTO AN MGB!! HELP!!

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Video Description: MGB - The Rot Box Resurrection MGB gt restoration In this episode I try to fit a 3.0L Jaguar AJ30 V6 into a 1970 MGB. I have to cut a lot away and it’s an extremely tight fit! Spoiler alert, it kinda fits, nearly! You can support the channel buy buying me a coffee. Restoring classic cars is very expensive but I would like to bring you as much content as possible so any little helps! buymeacoffee.com/hjrgarage Don't forget to use my discount code for 5% off all the Frontlines parts: DISCOUNT CODE: FrontlineXHJR Once their new website is up and running you will be able to use it at checkout. Until then just mention the code whilst ordering your tasty modifications! https://www.frontline-cars.co.uk If you have enjoyed the video please subscribe to the channel and have a look through my MGB restoration videos! #engine #engineswap #modification #racecar#restomod #restomods #tour #workshop #frontline #MG #MGB #restoration #british #classiccars #diy #rust #rusty #vintageauto #grinding #welding #moneypit #catchandrelease Chapters: 0:00 intro 1:17 connecting an RX8 gear box to an AJ30 3:15 removing the original engine mounts 6:45 the first trial fit of the AJ30 into an MGB 12:50 the first issue, exhaust manifolds 21:45 update time what are the issues and my plan 26:30 I cut bits off the MGB! 36:40 more pulling the engine out and putting it back in to make it fit 39:10 modifying the engine mount and oil filter adapter 46:30 cutting away more of the bulkhead 52:20 cutting the transmission tunnel 54:30 Hammering the inner wings and cutting the front cross member 58:10 putting the engine back into roughly the correct place ⁠59:48 @scottheadz collecting the old B series engine 1:01:45 getting the engine in the correct place 1:08:00 the engine is in! And outro 1:10:35 end