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MG Midget and Sprite Technical - Exhaust

Hi all I have just picked up a 79 midget 1500 and the previous owner said he fitted a new exhaust which he has. I looked underneath and the main pipe from front rear runs UNDER the rear axle, doesn't look right, or is it the correct route?
R Phelpotts

Yes, that’s correct.

Congratulations on your purchase.
Dave O'Neill 2

Well done for looking underneath, on a low sportscar it is worth knowing where and what your minimum ground clearance is in case you have to navigate an uneven surface, be it country lanes or speedbumps.

While you are there, also check that the exhaust system has a full complement of mounting brackets in place and that the clamp bolts are sensibly aligned.

AdrianR

This thread was discussed between 27/08/2025 and 28/08/2025

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