1970 MG Midget Electrical Parts

This table covers the alternators that charge the battery and run the electrical load. Typical signs include dim lights at idle, a battery lamp, or a growl from the charging pulley. Load-test the battery and inspect the belt and grounds — a bad ground mimics a failed alternator. Read more

5 Alternator / Generator parts are listed for the 1970 MG Midget, from WAI GLOBAL, FVP, PURE ENERGY and 2 other brands. WAI GLOBAL 15017N carries the "Popular" badge.

In the New grade, WAI GLOBAL supplies 1 part: brand-new units rather than rebuilt ones. A representative part number is WAI GLOBAL 15017N.

In the Remanufactured grade, FVP, PURE ENERGY, REMY and 1 other brand supply 4 parts: factory-rebuilt units with new wear components. A representative part number is FVP 15017.

Listed part numbers: WAI GLOBAL 15017N and FVP 15017, plus the other parts above.

This table covers the bearings in the alternator housing. 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

6 Alternator / Generator End Bearing parts for the 1970 MG Midget come from 6 brands — WJB / INMOTION PARTS, NATIONAL, SKF and 3 other brands. The "Popular" part is NATIONAL 202.

The Economy section lists 1 option from WJB / INMOTION PARTS — the catalog's value-priced group. WJB / INMOTION PARTS RB6202 is listed in this group.

In the Standard Replacement grade, NATIONAL, SKF, BCA and 1 other brand supply 4 parts: built to original-equipment specification. A representative part number is NATIONAL 202.

1 further part sits outside the graded sections, with the same engine-level match.

This group includes NATIONAL 202, WJB / INMOTION PARTS RB6202 and SKF 6202J and the remaining parts above.

This table covers the batteries listed by group size and specification. Typical signs include slow cranking, a battery lamp, or a no-start after the vehicle sat overnight. Confirm group size and terminal layout in the notes. Clean the posts and the ground before condemning the battery. Read more

4 Battery parts for the 1970 MG Midget come from 4 brands — BOSCH, DEKA, EXIDE and 1 other brand.

In the AGM (Extended Life) grade, BOSCH, DEKA and EXIDE supply 3 parts: grouped under the catalog's "AGM (Extended Life)" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. A representative part number is BOSCH S6594B.

In the Performance AGM (Extended Life + Increased Power) grade, FULLRIVER supplies 1 part: grouped under the catalog's "Performance AGM (Extended Life + Increased Power)" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. A representative part number is FULLRIVER FT62051.

This group includes BOSCH S6594B, DEKA 9A51RT and EXIDE MX51R and the remaining parts above.

This table covers the positive and ground cables that run from the battery. Typical signs include a stretched or frayed cable, or a control that no longer reaches the end of its travel. Route the new cable through the same clips. A kinked cable binds and fails early. Read more

12 Battery Cable parts are listed for the 1970 MG Midget, from STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS, DEKA and ACDELCO. ACDELCO 4BC16 carries the "Popular" badge.

This table covers the terminals and clamps that connect cables to the battery posts. Read more

2 Battery Terminal parts for the 1970 MG Midget come from DEKA.

This group includes DEKA 00350 and DEKA 01056.

This table covers the horns mounted in the front of the vehicle. Read more

6 Horn parts for the 1970 MG Midget come from 2 brands — STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS and ACDELCO. The "Popular" part is STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS HN17T.

This group includes STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS HN17T, STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS HN18 and ACDELCO E1905E and the remaining parts above.

This table covers the starter drives that engage the flywheel ring gear. Read more

This group shows a single part: WELLS 2K1118.

This table covers the starter motors that crank the engine. Typical signs include no motion, a squeal, or a motor that only runs on one speed. Confirm power, ground and the control module before replacing the motor. Read more

7 Starter Motor parts are listed for the 1970 MG Midget, from PURE ENERGY, WAI GLOBAL, ACDELCO and 3 other brands. PURE ENERGY 16121N carries the "Popular" badge.

New: 2 parts, from PURE ENERGY and WAI GLOBAL. A representative part number is PURE ENERGY 16121N.

Remanufactured: 5 parts, from ACDELCO, FVP, PURE ENERGY and 2 other brands. A representative part number is ACDELCO 3361233.

Part numbers include PURE ENERGY 16121N and ACDELCO 3361233, among others listed above.

This table covers the Starter solenoids. Typical signs include a harsh or missing shift, or a code for this solenoid circuit. Check resistance and the connector before dropping the pan for a solenoid. Read more

One part is listed for the 1970 MG Midget — WELLS 1M1045.