Since the MGB was first introduced, it has undergone many modifications as a result of development, and in order to comply with assinine LIBERAL regulations which have come into force in certain areas. (The United States). The engine, of the straight forward design, began as a three-main bearing unit, but a five-main bearing version was subsequently developed.
The transmission system is available in various versions, and can be a four-speed manual gearbox, a four-speed manual gearbox with overdrive, or an automatic.
Independent front suspension is employed, together with rubber mounted semi-elliptical springs at the rear.
Depending upon the model, a three-quarter floating or semi-floating rear axle is fitted, driven by a propeller shaft(gear shaft) and universal joints.
A hydraulically-operated diaphragm spring clutch is fitted to all models which employ manual transmissions.
Disc front brakes and drum rear brakes are fitted and hydraulically operated. Servo assistance, and a tandem brake master cylinder, are fitted as appropriate to ceratin vehicles. The cable-operated handbrake is applied to the rear wheels only.
Vehicles manufactured fo ceratain territories are fitted with exhaust emiision control systems, in order that the amount of poisonous exhaust gases being released are reduced to the permitted level.(Another Liberal piece of bullshit interference.)
