NG TC:CKC Guide 2009
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NG TC
THE NG TC is the thoroughbred of the Findhorn family of traditional British sports cars. She shares with the TF a proven chassis originally designed to receive the MGB running gear. Many TCs have been built with the B-series engineering, but the side pipes of the Rover V8 – indeed fitted to the MGB GT V8 – are the usual trademark of the TC. This is a car with performance and handling to match her good looks, as proven over the years, including on the Guild of Motor Endurance Challenges over the mountain passes of Europe. Whatever words follow, you really need to come and drive our fuelinjected, independently sprung, aeroscreen equipped TC to appreciate what the TC is really about, but I will try and convey it in writing. The basis of any great car is a strong chassis and suspension that allows the tyres to grip the road without hysterics. Add classic styling and you are most of the way there. The engine needs to be willing and powerful, without mishap at being asked to potter in traffic and then get up and go. The gearbox needs to be smooth and manageable. The steering needs to be precise and the brakes responsive. What more does one need? Aeroscreens to keep the flies off the goggles/helmet, comfortable seats, and a simple, nicely finished cockpit. That is the TC – nothing more and nothing less. Yes, if you must, she can have a windscreen and hood to keep the weather out, but the TC is about so much more.
SPECIFICATION CHASSIS: Strong ladder chassis with central cruciform structure. BODYWORK: Largely fibreglass, but with aluminium centrally hingeing bonnet and engine sides. DONOR CAR: MGB. ENGINE OPTIONS: 1.8-litre B-series is obvious contender, but Rover V8 is another popular option. SUSPENSION: Front: Independent, coil sprung, double wishbones with lever arm dampers or adjustable telescopic dampers. Optional fabricated wishbones and coil-over dampers. Rear: Live axle, leaf springs and Panhard rod with lever arm or telescopic dampers. Optional independent rear with double wishbones and adjustable coil-over dampers. STEERING: MGB steering rack and column (extended). BRAKES: MGB front discs and rear drums. KIT PRICE: MGB 1.8 chassis pack £1600, V8 chassis pack £3300, body pack £3225. BUDGET BUILD COST: From £15,000.
SUMMARY – The NG TC is a traditional tourer... with added attitude!
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