Description
1959 MG MILANO Historically significant Group Lb Sports racing car built and driven by Bruce Leer and raced successfully from the late 1950's into the early 60's. Won best restoration when rebuilt in 1984 and has been expertly maintained and developed into a class winning car by owner mechanic John Scott.Standing 1/4 in 15 seconds.Recently rebuilt MGTF 1500 engine with billet steel crank,Argo conrods,forged pistons and billet steel cam by Camtech,steel flywheel, modified cyl head, Produces 85 bhp @6500RPM at the wheels and weighs only 500kgs. 10" drum brakes are adequate.Chassis is MGJ2c/r MGTC gearbox.Fibreglass body by JWF is similar shape to Ferrari Monza.The car will be next raced at Wakefield Park in September. Track times: Wakefield Park 1min.16secs. Eastern Creek 2.00 mins.
History
Raced regularly for the past 25 years at all Sydney circuits and Winton in Victoria
Recent Competition History
Class winner many times. Won Frank Gardener trophy 3 times
Performance Data
Class: Group Lbs
Weight: 1100 lbs
Best Time: 2.00 sec
Track: Eastern Creek
Engine
Engine Builder: John Scott
Manufacturer: MGtf 1500..xpeg
Type: MG
Displacement: 1500cc
Horsepower: 85bhp at wheels
Induction: Twin 1 3/4 SU
Heads: Modified MGTF
Block: MGTF1500
Main Caps: Bridged strengthened
Crankshaft: Billet steel (Phoenix UK)
Connecting Rods: Argo
Pistons: Forged Al. Arias
Camshaft: 45/69 77/37 camtech
Valves: OHV
Valve Train: Pushrod
Clutch: Fabric from MGB
Pressure Plate: diaphragm 8.5 inch
Flywheel: Light steel
Exhaust: ceramic coated extractors
Total Time: 3 x 6 laps
Races: one.Feb.'09
Fuel System
Fuel Tank
Age: 25years
Capacity: 20 litres
Fuel Pump: Twin Facet
Fuel Type: 100RON Avgas
Oil/Water System
Radiator: Yes
Water Rad Location: Front
Water Pump: MG
Oil Cooler: Finned sump
Electrical System
Ignition: Points
Alternator: Generator
Battery: Optima 12volt
Data Logger: No
Computer: No
Transmission
Manfacturer: MGTC
Type: Straight cut close ratio
Gears: 4
Shifter: Stick
Trans Cooler: No
Races: 15yrs
2,3,4 synchro
Rear End
Manufacturer: MGJ2 BMCA Centre
Type: Morris 1000
Cooler: No
Ratio: 4.55
Case: Aluminium
Differential: Locked
Axles: Specialy made
Races: One
Body
Construction: Fibreglass
Color: Green
Paint: 2 pack
Condition: good
Chassis
Type: Ladder
Builder: MG
Material: Steel strengthened box section
Finish: Black paint
Condition: good
Front Suspension: beam axle
Rear Suspension: Live MGJ2
Shocks: Spax tubular.10yrs old adjustable
Brakes: 10" drums hydraulic
Steering: Morris 8/40 worm & peg
Wheels: 15"x5" Spoked
Tires: Avon Racing
Interior
Color/Finish: Black
Material: Fabric seat cushion
Fire System: One extinguisher
Restraints: Sabelt 5 point
Guages: Oil,amps, temp, tacho
Steering Wheel: Alloy string bound
Condition: good
Spares
One 15" wheel, engine block,cylinder head oil pump
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