Is Born Series (1999)
An MG Is Born: 1973 MGB Roadster
Mark Evans restores a 1973 MGB Roadster, stripping it down and then rebuilding it, while providing insight into the engineering, design and restoration of this classic sportscar.
Released July 1, 1999
Episode 25 min
None+
Network: Discovery Real Time
Country:
Languages:
English
S8E1 - Episode 1
Mark Evans embarks on a brand new project, transforming a 1974 chrome-bumpered MGB Roadster from an unloved rust-bucket into a pristine classic car.
July 1, 2005, midnight
S8E2 - Episode 2
Mark strips down the engine, starts work on the body-work and takes a trip to the Heritage factory where new MGB body shells are still being made.
July 8, 2005, midnight
S8E3 - Episode 3
The time comes for Mark to replace the MGB's three-part sill structure, strip and refurbish the rear axle and dismantle the differential.
July 15, 2005, midnight
S8E4 - Episode 4
The body of the MGB arrives back from the bead blasters, and Mark visits a specialist engineering company who are refurbishing the over-drive unit.
July 22, 2005, midnight
S8E5 - Episode 5
Pete heads off to the engine workshop with the MGB's old engine, leaving Mark and the team to carry on building up the block, crank and pistons.
July 29, 2005, midnight
S8E6 - Episode 6
The rear axle is fitted to the MGB's shell using springs, plus Mark turns his attention to the gearbox as the new overdrive is fitted.
Aug. 5, 2005, midnight
S8E7 - Episode 7
Fitting the MGB's handbrake proves troublesome for Mark, while building the upgraded heater from scratch also causes some problems for the team.
Aug. 12, 2005, midnight
S8E8 - Episode 8
After stripping down the MGB's seats, door panels and centre console, Mark takes the bare bones to the seat surgeons for re-covering in red leather.
Aug. 19, 2005, midnight
S8E9 - Episode 9
Mark glass bead blasts the engine inlet manifold, but soon finds there's a problem with the MGB's exhaust. Can he find a solution?
Aug. 26, 2005, midnight
S8E10 - Episode 10
Mark is behind schedule, and with the MGB's lights and the boot, bonnet and badges still needing to be fitted, it's a frantic sprint for the finish.
Sept. 2, 2005, midnight
Network: Discovery Real Time
Episode Runtime: 25 min.
Season Runtime: 3450 min.
Released: July 1, 1999
Last Air Date: Sept. 2, 2005, midnight
Status: In Production
Certification: NR
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