8 Steering parts are listed for the 1979 MG MGB, in 3 part types, covering the 1.8L L4 engine. Each one has a brand, a manufacturer part number and notes that say where it fits.
On the 1979 MG MGB, the steering system connects driver to road through the rack, pump, tie rods, and column components. All 8 listed parts are Power Steering Fluid (5 parts), Tie Rod End Boot (2 parts) and Rack and Pinion Bellow (1 part).
Every part on this page is matched to the 1.8L L4 — the only engine offered in the 1979 MG MGB.
The most listed brands for 1979 MG MGB steering parts are PRESTONE (5 parts), ENERGY SUSPENSION (2 parts) and ACDELCO (1 part).
1 part on this 1979 MG MGB page carries a "Popular" badge — the source catalog's flag for options frequently chosen for this vehicle — PRESTONE AS261 (Power Steering Fluid). Click any part number to see every vehicle that part fits.
Power Steering Fluid
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PRESTONE Popular | AS261 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | 32 Ounce | View on Amazon |
| PRESTONE | AS260Y | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | 12 oz. | View on Amazon |
| PRESTONE | AS262Y | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Power Steering Fluid Plus Stop Leak12 Fluid Ounce | View on Amazon |
| PRESTONE | AS263Y | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Power Steering Fluid Plus Stop Leak1 Quart | View on Amazon |
| PRESTONE | AS266Y6 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | 1 Gallon | View on Amazon |
This table covers the fluids specified for this steering system. Typical signs include discolored fluid, a burnt smell, or a level that keeps dropping. Use only the specification in the notes — the tables group grades because they are not interchangeable.
PRESTONE supplies the 5 Power Steering Fluid parts for the 1979 MG MGB. PRESTONE AS261 carries the "Popular" badge.
Listed part numbers: PRESTONE AS261, PRESTONE AS260Y and PRESTONE AS262Y, plus the other parts above.
Rack and Pinion Bellow
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ACDELCO | 45A7000 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Gold | View on Amazon |
This table covers the rubber boots that seal the inner tie-rod joints on the rack.
One part is listed for the 1979 MG MGB — ACDELCO 45A7000.
Tie Rod End Boot
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ENERGY SUSPENSION | 913103G | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Tie Rod Dust Boot2 Pack | View on Amazon |
| ENERGY SUSPENSION | 913104G | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Tie Rod Dust Boot2 Pack | View on Amazon |
This table covers the Tie Rod End boots. Typical signs include a split boot, grease flung around the joint, or a click once grit is inside. A boot caught early is a kit. Once the joint has clicked, the joint itself is usually worn.
ENERGY SUSPENSION supplies both parts for the 1979 MG MGB.
Listed part numbers: ENERGY SUSPENSION 913103G and ENERGY SUSPENSION 913104G.
Buying Steering Parts for a 1979 MG MGB
On this vehicle, the steering system connects driver to road through the rack, pump, tie rods, and column components.
- Confirm you have the 1.8L L4 engine — every part on this page is matched to it.
- Read the notes on each row for position, trim and spec qualifiers before you order.
- Where labor overlaps, replace the inner and outer tie-rod ends together on higher-mileage vehicles, then get an alignment.
- Cross-reference the manufacturer part number against your old part or a service-manual listing.
Start with the largest groups on this page: Power Steering Fluid and Tie Rod End Boot .
Frequently Asked Questions
How many steering parts fit the 1979 MG MGB?
Our catalog currently lists 8 steering parts for the 1979 MG MGB across 3 subcategories and 3 brands, covering the 1.8L L4 engine. Each part is matched to the engine(s) it fits.
What are the signs of steering problems on a 1979 MG MGB?
Common symptoms include play or looseness on center, a whine when turning, fluid weeping from rack boots, or uneven tire wear on the front axle. If you notice any of these, identify the affected subcategory above and cross-reference the part numbers listed.
What should I replace at the same time?
Where labor overlaps, replace the inner and outer tie-rod ends together on higher-mileage vehicles, then get an alignment.
What do the market flags (US, CA, MX) on each part mean?
They show the market for which the manufacturer published application data for that part — where the vehicle was first sold, not where the part was made. If your 1979 MG MGB was originally sold in the US, the safest choice is a part marked for the US market.
How do I make sure a part fits my 1979 MG MGB?
Every part on this page is matched to the 1.8L L4 engine. Then flush old power-steering fluid when replacing a pump or rack — grit in the old fluid is the number-one cause of repeat failure. The notes column carries position and trim qualifiers where they apply.
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