1974 MG MGB Ignition Parts

This table covers the capacitors used in this electrical or A/C circuit. Read more

3 Condenser / Capacitor parts for the 1974 MG MGB come from 2 brands — STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS and WELLS. 2 parts fit every engine; the other 1 is engine-specific.

The Economy section lists 1 option from STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS — the catalog's value-priced group. STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS LU206T is listed in this group.

In the Standard Replacement grade, STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS and WELLS supply 2 parts: built to original-equipment specification. A representative part number is STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS LU206.

Listed part numbers: STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS LU206T, STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS LU206 and WELLS 5H1011.

This table covers the Distributor caps. Typical signs include a leak at the neck, a cap that will not hold pressure, or a missing tether. Match the pressure rating or thread in the notes — radiator, reservoir and fuel caps are not interchangeable. Read more

2 Distributor Cap parts are listed for the 1974 MG MGB, from STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS and WELLS. 1 part fits every engine; the other 1 is engine-specific.

Part numbers include STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS LU429 and WELLS 5D1039.

This table covers the Distributor rotors. Typical signs include shudder under braking, or a lip at the outer edge. Do not put new pads on a rotor that is below minimum thickness. Read more

2 Distributor Rotor parts are listed for the 1974 MG MGB, from STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS and WELLS. 1 part fits every engine; the other 1 is engine-specific.

Part numbers include STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS LU300 and WELLS 4R1187.

This table covers the breaker points in a points-type distributor. Read more

7 Ignition Breaker Points parts for the 1974 MG MGB come from 4 brands — STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS, FACET, WELLS and 1 other brand. The "Popular" part is STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS LU1617P.

The Economy section: 1 option from FAMOUS BRAND. FAMOUS BRAND ANA1004 is listed in this group.

Standard Replacement: 4 parts, from WELLS, STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS and FACET. A representative part number is STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS LU1617P.

2 further parts sit outside the graded sections, with the same engine-level match.

This group includes STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS LU1617P, FAMOUS BRAND ANA1004 and FACET 14683MHDV and the remaining parts above.

This table covers the coils that fire each spark plug. Typical signs include a misfire that follows one cylinder, a snap in damp weather, or a coil that is swollen or cracked. Swap a suspect coil with a neighbor to confirm, then replace boots that tore on the way off. Read more

11 Ignition Coil parts for the 1974 MG MGB come from 10 brands — STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS, FVP, HOLSTEIN and 7 other brands. The "Popular" part is STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS UC15T. 6 parts fit every engine; the other 5 are engine-specific.

The Economy section: 6 options from STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS, FVP, HOLSTEIN and 3 other brands. STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS UC15T is listed in this group.

Standard Replacement: 5 parts, from NGK, STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS, BOSCH and 2 other brands. A representative part number is NGK 48863.

This table covers the Ignition Conversion kits. Read more

One part is listed for the 1974 MG MGB — WELLS 1A4147.

This table covers the lock cylinders in the ignition switch. Read more

This group shows a single part: ÜRO PARTS BHM7144.

This table covers the spark plugs for this engine. Typical signs include misfire under load, rough idle, or a flashing check-engine light. Verify the gap even on pre-gapped plugs, and replace coil boots that come off a high-mileage engine. Read more

20 Spark Plug parts are listed for the 1974 MG MGB, from CHAMPION, NGK, DENSO and 3 other brands. BOSCH 7900 carries the "Popular" badge.

In the Copper / Nickel grade, NGK, CHAMPION, BOSCH and 2 other brands supply 9 parts: grouped under the catalog's "Copper / Nickel" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. A representative part number is BOSCH 7900.

In the Double Platinum (lasts up to 3x longer than Copper / Nickel) grade, ACDELCO and CHAMPION supply 2 parts: grouped under the catalog's "Double Platinum (lasts up to 3x longer than Copper / Nickel)" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. A representative part number is ACDELCO 41804.

The Iridium (lasts up to 4x longer than Copper / Nickel) section lists 5 options from DENSO, NGK, CHAMPION and 1 other brand — grouped under the catalog's "Iridium (lasts up to 4x longer than Copper / Nickel)" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. NGK 6637 is listed in this group.

In the Platinum (lasts up to 2x longer than Copper / Nickel) grade, NGK, ACDELCO and DENSO supply 3 parts: grouped under the catalog's "Platinum (lasts up to 2x longer than Copper / Nickel)" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. A representative part number is NGK 7084.

1 ungrouped part is not assigned to a grade, with the same engine-level match.

This table covers the non-foulers that space a spark plug away from oil fouling. Read more

This group shows a single part: DORMAN 42004.

This table covers the Spark Plug wires. Read more

8 Spark Plug Wire parts for the 1974 MG MGB come from 6 brands — B&B, STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS, NGK and 3 other brands. The "Popular" part is NGK 54406.

The Economy section: 1 option from B&B. B&B S428224 is listed in this group.

In the Premium grade, NGK, DENSO, STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS and 1 other brand supply 4 parts: a step above OE specification in materials, tolerances or warranty terms. A representative part number is NGK 54406.

Standard Replacement: 3 parts, from STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS, B&B and WALKER PRODUCTS. A representative part number is STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS 29436.

This group includes NGK 54406, B&B S428224 and DENSO 6714018 and the remaining parts above.