1961 MG Mga Engine Parts

This table covers the Camshaft bearings. Typical signs include a growl that rises with speed, or play in the shaft or hub. Set preload the way the notes specify. A dry or crushed bearing fails quickly. Read more

2 Camshaft Bearing parts are listed for the 1961 MG Mga, from DURA-BOND and ITM ENGINE COMPONENTS.

This group includes DURA-BOND DA2 and ITM ENGINE COMPONENTS 3C4306.

This table covers lower / conversion gasket sets for oil-pan and related joints. Typical signs include the leaks that sent the engine or gearbox to the bench. Use every gasket the set is meant for that opening — leftover unused pieces usually belong to another configuration. Read more

One part is listed for the 1961 MG Mga — AJUSA 54031800.

This table covers the front and rear seals that keep oil in at the crankshaft. Typical signs include a wet housing, a drip after sitting, or fluid flung off a rotating shaft. Fix the surface the seal rides on. A new seal on a grooved shaft will leak again. Read more

2 Crankshaft Seal parts for the 1961 MG Mga come from AJUSA.

Part numbers include AJUSA 15015900 and AJUSA 15038800.

This table covers the head gaskets that seal the block to the cylinder head. Typical signs include seepage at the joint, a burnt-oil smell, or a leak that appears only after a long drive. Clean both flanges and torque in the sequence the notes or the manual call for. Read more

2 Cylinder Head Gasket parts are listed for the 1961 MG Mga, from AJUSA and ITM ENGINE COMPONENTS.

Listed part numbers: AJUSA 10023200 and ITM ENGINE COMPONENTS 0944002.

This table covers multi-piece gasket sets for a cylinder-head job. Typical signs include the leaks that sent the engine or gearbox to the bench. Use every gasket the set is meant for that opening — leftover unused pieces usually belong to another configuration. Read more

One part is listed for the 1961 MG Mga — AJUSA 52055600.

This table covers the wear sleeves used to restore a Cylinder seal surface. Read more

MELLING supplies the 4 Cylinder Repair Sleeve parts for the 1961 MG Mga.

Listed part numbers: MELLING CSL629, MELLING CSL729 and MELLING CSL250, plus the other parts above.

This table covers full gasket kits covering the joints opened in an engine rebuild. Typical signs include the leaks that sent the engine or gearbox to the bench. Use every gasket the set is meant for that opening — leftover unused pieces usually belong to another configuration. Read more

One part is listed for the 1961 MG Mga — AJUSA 50062900.

This table covers the exhaust valves that let combustion gas out of the cylinder. Typical signs include a circuit that will not hold, a whistle, or a code for this valve. A stuck valve is often debris. Clean the ports before installing the new one. Read more

This group shows a single part: ITM ENGINE COMPONENTS RX3571.

This table covers the Intake & Exhaust Manifold gasket sets. Typical signs include the leaks that sent the engine or gearbox to the bench. Use every gasket the set is meant for that opening — leftover unused pieces usually belong to another configuration. Read more

4 Intake & Exhaust Manifold Gasket Set parts are listed for the 1961 MG Mga, from AJUSA, FEL-PRO, MAHLE / CLEVITE and 1 other brand.

Listed part numbers: AJUSA 13017700, FEL-PRO MS22506B and MAHLE / CLEVITE MS15234, plus the other parts above.

This table covers the intake valves that let air (and fuel, on port-injected engines) into the cylinder. Typical signs include a circuit that will not hold, a whistle, or a code for this valve. A stuck valve is often debris. Clean the ports before installing the new one. Read more

This group shows a single part: ITM ENGINE COMPONENTS RV3570.

This table covers the mounts that hold the engine to the chassis. Typical signs include a clunk on takeoff, a vibration at idle, or a separated rubber insert. Support the powertrain before unbolting a mount, and torque the fasteners in the notes. Read more

2 Motor Mount parts for the 1961 MG Mga come from WESTAR.

Listed part numbers: WESTAR EM2736 and WESTAR EM2735.

This table covers the crush washers and gaskets under the oil drain plug. Typical signs include seepage at the joint, a burnt-oil smell, or a leak that appears only after a long drive. Clean both flanges and torque in the sequence the notes or the manual call for. Read more

One part is listed for the 1961 MG Mga — AJUSA 18000900.

This table covers the oil filters that screw onto this engine's filter mount. Typical signs include low oil pressure after a service, or a filter that will not spin off because the old gasket stayed on the block. Lube the new gasket and tighten to the spec on the box; a double-gasket install dumps the sump on the first drive. Read more

2 Oil Filter parts for the 1961 MG Mga come from 2 brands — HASTINGS / BALDWIN and WIX.

Listed part numbers: HASTINGS / BALDWIN LF172 and WIX 51300.

This table covers the gaskets between the oil pan and the block. Typical signs include seepage at the joint, a burnt-oil smell, or a leak that appears only after a long drive. Clean both flanges and torque in the sequence the notes or the manual call for. Read more

This group shows a single part: AJUSA 14041100.

This table covers the Timing Belt pulleys. Typical signs include a growl or chirp that follows engine speed, or a pulley that will not spin freely by hand. Spin each pulley with the belt off. Roughness or play means replace it with the belt. Read more

2 Timing Belt Pulley parts for the 1961 MG Mga come from BECK/ARNLEY.

Listed part numbers: BECK/ARNLEY 0513860 and BECK/ARNLEY 0513954.

This table covers the timing chains that keep the cams in time with the crank. Read more

One part is listed for the 1961 MG Mga — ITM ENGINE COMPONENTS 2352.

This table covers the tensioners that keep the timing chain taut. Typical signs include belt flutter, a chirp that returns after a new belt, or an arm that no longer damps. Replace the tensioner with the belt at higher mileage. Read more

This group shows a single part: ITM ENGINE COMPONENTS 60005.

This table covers the gaskets that seal the valve cover to the cylinder head. Typical signs include seepage at the joint, a burnt-oil smell, or a leak that appears only after a long drive. Clean both flanges and torque in the sequence the notes or the manual call for. Read more

6 Valve Cover Gasket parts for the 1961 MG Mga come from 5 brands — ITM ENGINE COMPONENTS, FEL-PRO, MAHLE / CLEVITE and 2 other brands. The "Popular" part is FEL-PRO VS215091.

Listed part numbers: FEL-PRO VS215091, MAHLE / CLEVITE VS30026 and AJUSA 11016000, plus the other parts above.

This table covers the pressed-in bronze and cast-iron guides that align valve stems. Typical signs include oil smoke on startup, a guide that has gone oval, or a valve that no longer seats quietly. Guides are a machine-shop fit. Confirm stem diameter in the notes before ordering. Read more

4 Valve Guide parts for the 1961 MG Mga come from ITM ENGINE COMPONENTS.

This group includes ITM ENGINE COMPONENTS VG751BR, ITM ENGINE COMPONENTS VG752BR and ITM ENGINE COMPONENTS VG751CI and the remaining parts above.

This table covers the springs that close each intake and exhaust valve. Typical signs include a sagging corner, a broken coil, or a clunk from the spring pocket. Replace springs in axle pairs and inspect the seats. Read more

One part is listed for the 1961 MG Mga — ITM ENGINE COMPONENTS VS1508.

This table covers the seals on each valve stem that control oil into the guides. Typical signs include a wet housing, a drip after sitting, or fluid flung off a rotating shaft. Fix the surface the seal rides on. A new seal on a grooved shaft will leak again. Read more

3 Valve Stem Seal parts for the 1961 MG Mga come from 2 brands — AJUSA and ITM ENGINE COMPONENTS.

Part numbers include AJUSA 16001000, AJUSA 57001100 and ITM ENGINE COMPONENTS SS105.