fuel

Asked by GuruB49BP Dec 01, 2018 at 07:51 PM about the 1974 MG MGB

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

What fuel type should I use?
Lead free or leaded? Regular or high test?

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F_O_R answered 6 years ago

I doubt you can buy leaded fuel. Use unleaded with a lead substitute additive. Use premium if your engine pings.

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F_O_R answered 6 years ago

MG's used cats from 1975 to 1980. There is a good chance your 74 needs leaded (or a substitute) if it is still stock.

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