The Ontario MG T Register Member Recommended Resources

This page lists member recommended products or suppliers of parts and services. It is hoped that we will develop a list of trusted suppliers anywhere, but primarily in Ontario or Canada. The list is intended as a starting point for a reader seeking a source for some product or service.

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• MG T Series Oil Filter Adapters
  supplies an adapter for T series cars permitting the use of modern spin-on oil filters. I have one on my 1951 TD and I consider it to be a very solid piece of workmanship. 24-Apr-2001
  
  
• Wheel Balancing - On the Car
  RNJ Tire Sales, 1600 Alliance Road, Unit 14, Pickering Ontario L1W 3V2.
  Tel: 905-420-3686 Fax: 905-420-9534 1-800-963-3686 email:
  Web site: www.rnjtires.com
  Paul Ross (owner) just did my TD and it is now a pleasure to drive at any legal speed - and maybe a bit more.
  Not only that, it's fun to watch him work! 3-Jun-2001
  Just had Paul Ross of RNJ Tires re-balance my tires to eliminate a steering wheel shudder at 50mph. Car now runs much smoother and straighter. Quite a knowledgable guy when it comes to tires. (Now I know the car will do at least 60 mph). 30-Jun-2004
  
  
• Shock Absorber Rebuilding
  Russ Bamsey of Paris, Ontario. 519-442-3673.
  I have just had my MGA shock absorbers rebuilt by Russ Bamsey of Paris, Ontario. He did a very good job at competitive prices, $120.00 per shock for rears and $140.00 for fronts. 22-Aug-2001
  
  
• Body Work and Repainting
  Bruce Heath Collision Service, 62 Peel St. E. Alma, 519-846-8330.
  Did the body work and painting of our 1950 TD and will do my 56 MGA. He enjoys working on older vehicles.
  22-Aug-2001
  
  
• Keys for Little British Cars
  Acme Lock and Key, 2085 Lawrence Ave E. Scarborough, ON 416-699-9999
  > Can provide blanks and cut keys based on the lock code or a key to duplicate. They have done good ones for my 1951 MGTD, but you should call with your specifics before you go. There's probably a limit to their resources! 22-Jan-2002
  > Just had them make a key for my '53 MGTD... called with the ignition number and the key was sent in 2nd day mail. Total cost: $20.00. Very pleased ...and it worked. - Niagara On The Lake. 5-June-2004
  
  
• General Repairs and Maintenance of British Cars
  Cheshire Motors
  NEW ADDRESS - EFFECTIVE Feb. 1, 2007
  886 Winston Churchill Blvd. Unit #3, Oakville, ON L6J 7X5.   416-504-4955 or 905-901-2029
  John Keen - Owner
  John specializes in Rolls Royce and high end cars but will take on anything - even American iron.
  John has completely re-built his own MGTD and has done extensive work on my TD, and an MGA I owned briefly.
  He does excellent work, at a fair price, and I recommend him without reservation. 31-Dec-2002
  
  
• Fasteners, Hardware Components and Specialized Tools
  Spaenaur Inc., 815 Victoria Street North, Kitchener, ON  N2B 3C3.  (519)744-3521 (800)265-8772
  A good source for small bits. They do retail and are very helpful. You can browse their 1,784 page catalogue on their website.
  18-Jan-2003
  
  
• Chrome Plating
  I just had some chrome parts on my TC replated at 'Jim's Polishing & Buffing Ltd.' , I was very pleased with the quality of the work and the reasonable price. They are located at 53 Moira Ave., Scarborough - Ph. 416-264-2577.
  (10-Mar-2003) (N.B. Jim Routh is not the "Jim" in the firm's name! Ed.)
  
  
• Complete engine machining, balancing and rebuilding.
  Lambke Machine & Rebuild, 1241 Regional Rd. 19, RR 1, Wilsonville, Ontario N0E 1Z0
  Call 519-443-6330 for information and directions.
  25-Mar-2003
  
  
• Preston Radiator, 21 Secord Dr. St.Catharines. 905-935-1293
  Had a fuel tank chemically cleaned and sealed... great, quick job (well, took a week to get the sludge out of it...) Also had a rad flushed and cleaned for $30.00
  31-Jan-2005
  
  
• British Vehicle Electric, 24 Ernest Kettle Cres., Beeton, ON L0G 1A0   
  905-729-1035 Cell:705-790-7386
  Michael Hildrey - Owner
  Had a starter rebuilt by BVE.. The price was reasonable $80.00. Our local guy could not get parts from any of his suppliers.
  12-June-2005
  
  
• Sand and Soda Blasting - Robinson's Marine, 5197 Michener Rd.RR 1, Sherkston, ON L0S 1R0. 905-894-1102
  A friend of mine had his TR6 "soda blasted" a few weeks ago... They use baking soda and there is no heat produced so no warping. It is also environmentally friendly, and doesn't harm rubber. (that means you can do rims with the tyres on if you want). Anyway...the whole car (TR6 sized) was done for $300.00.
  14-Jul-2005
  
  
• Moss Dealer - TOM HAINES British Cars Vintage British Car Repairs. Factory Trained Licensed Technician.
  Specializing in Austin Healey, Triumph and M.G
  Niagara on The Lake. Email: 905-262-1416 Cell 905-650-6300
  10-Dec-2005
  
  
• Moss Dealer - Little British Car Company Ltd.
  29311 Aranel, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2815 USA
  Jeff Zorn Tel: 248-489-0022 or 800-637-9640 Fax: 248-489-9665
  Although based in Detroit MI, Jeff is a member of several Canadian British Car clubs and is a frequent visitor North of the border.
  He offers all the Moss product line and more. things that he imports directly. His prices are always better than Moss.
  I've purchased a number of items from Jeff, and always been satisfied with price and delivery.
  8-February-2006
  
  
• Plastic Repair - The Plastic Surgeon
  Plastic Welding provides repair and fabrication services in Durham Region and surrounding areas. We specialize in plastic repair, also providing quality body repair as well refinishing. This service covers everything from automobiles, motorcycles and snowmobiles to industrial machinery, tanks, and related equipment.
  29-March 2007
  
  
• Carbureter and Fuel Pump Rebuilding
  David Jackson - Highway 2, Newcastle Ontario
  905-987-8652
  David was a BMC mechanic for years. Rebuilds SU and Weber carbureters, and SU Fuel pumps.
  He replaced the Stromberg carb on my MGB with a single SU, making a world of difference. He rebuilt the SU carbureters on June's TC to our complete satisfaction.
  25-June-2008
  

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