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MG-Rover.org Forums http://forums.mg-rover.org/ en Thu, 17 May 2012 10:35:22 GMT vBulletin 60 http://forums.mg-rover.org/images/misc/rss.jpg MG-Rover.org Forums http://forums.mg-rover.org/ matrix/monaco query http://forums.mg-rover.org/showthread.php?t=470635&goto=newpost Thu, 17 May 2012 10:28:19 GMT Hi all, Bit of an unusual query. I have a set of red monacos which are in good condition but the mechanism to push the set forwards shot, ive looked at repairing it and if im honest its looking to be hard work. I have found a set of front matrix seat on fleabay for £30. Question is... Hi all,

Bit of an unusual query.

I have a set of red monacos which are in good condition but the mechanism to push the set forwards shot, ive looked at repairing it and if im honest its looking to be hard work.

I have found a set of front matrix seat on fleabay for £30.

Question is are the seats the same shape and would I be able to simply swap the swatches over?

Many thanks, ]]> IJY1984 http://forums.mg-rover.org/showthread.php?t=470635 Grey TF with Navy hood http://forums.mg-rover.org/showthread.php?t=470634&goto=newpost Thu, 17 May 2012 10:26:59 GMT Has anyone seen one before? I have seen the silver ones with a navy hood but not a grey one and wonder if it might look weird? Car for sale has this set up and just wondered what people thought? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Has anyone seen one before? I have seen the silver ones with a navy hood but not a grey one and wonder if it might look weird?

Car for sale has this set up and just wondered what people thought?

Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk ]]> MGF and MGTF (Sponsored by MGF Mania) Benfinlayson http://forums.mg-rover.org/showthread.php?t=470634 17inch alloys - complete with good tyres http://forums.mg-rover.org/showthread.php?t=470631&goto=newpost Thu, 17 May 2012 09:57:58 GMT Got a set of 17inch Bossini alloys for sale complete with tyres (about 6-7 months old). Nice looking 5 spokes with chrome lip. Few little scuffs but nothing major. Image: http://i677.photobucket.com/albums/vv137/paul2707/dd888262.jpg Image:... Got a set of 17inch Bossini alloys for sale complete with tyres (about 6-7 months old). Nice looking 5 spokes with chrome lip. Few little scuffs but nothing major.

Looking for £180 for these ]]> For Sale carmichael http://forums.mg-rover.org/showthread.php?t=470631 MG ZR push fit gearknob choices? http://forums.mg-rover.org/showthread.php?t=470630&goto=newpost Thu, 17 May 2012 09:52:30 GMT I ve been trying to look for a different pushfit gearknob for my mk1 ZR , but havent found any luck through searching on here, google or ebay :fail:and was wondering if anyone could push me in the right direction with any links or advice ?? As my current standard gearknob has a tendency to slip... I ve been trying to look for a different pushfit gearknob for my mk1 ZR , but havent found any luck through searching on here, google or ebay :fail:and was wondering if anyone could push me in the right direction with any links or advice ??

As my current standard gearknob has a tendency to slip off atm and im just not getting on with the feel of it

In my old fiesta I used to have a aftermarket 8 ball gear knob which was awesome, but i cannot find any push fit pool ball gear knobs or any other styles for the push fit design? So if anyone knows of any different styles or knows of way to modify a pool ball gear knob to fit the pushfit design ? It would be much appreciated ! ]]> DaveeZR http://forums.mg-rover.org/showthread.php?t=470630 Coolant Issue (I think...) http://forums.mg-rover.org/showthread.php?t=470629&goto=newpost Thu, 17 May 2012 09:52:04 GMT Hi Guys,

Since I got my car two months ago, so far I have gotten a new fuel, oil & air filter... Gallon of Mobil Esp Forumal, and a set of platnuim spark plugs...

The car is going and feeling rock solid :broon:

However, when I open the expansion tank, the level looks ok, but... it looks like it is just plain water. Also, there is a lot of what looks like a rusty colour debris clinging to the inside of the bottle, even up the neck... When you run your finger around the inside lid, your finger is covered in this stuff...

Strange thing is the actual "plain" water in the bottle looks very clear. I posted thread a week ago about thte colour of the bottle and how I couldn't see the level. Well, its looks like

1. its cause there is just plain water in there (i think)
2. the inside of the bottle is covered in that debris

Should this cause me alarm?
is plain water ok in there?
how will I get the bottle clean of debris?
would there be debris in the rest of the system?

Thanks guys, just a little worried :(

Oh I should also mention, no matter what way I drive, the water temp guage goes up to just under half way and stays there no matter what!! ]]> MGF and MGTF (Sponsored by MGF Mania) seanpcrowe http://forums.mg-rover.org/showthread.php?t=470629 This ebay ZS could be a real Bargain! http://forums.mg-rover.org/showthread.php?t=470628&goto=newpost Thu, 17 May 2012 09:48:27 GMT What do others think?

This one :~

MG ZS 120 In Truro

The description for the spares or repair suggests that is a minor problem to sort.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ebay Description

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"..... the problem with the car is that sometimes the temp will creep up then come back down again..we have not tried to repair it that's why its on here for somebody else to try their luck, it drives well nippy car to drive no misfiring or anything like that,there is service history with the car 2x sets of keys invoices book pack."
.

Only negative is that the mileage is a tad high but nothing for a well maintained 1.8 K-Series.

I bought a spares or repair MG ZS recently as the owner suspected the "They all do that" CHG failure. Nothing wrong with the CHG. Coolant loss due to ... surprise, surprise.... a worn Water Pump. Delighted with the car.
I shall be watching the bidding on this "Truro" car closely.

In the past seven years, I've bought two Rovers out of the remote depths of Cornwall. Collection from that part of the country puts folks off bidding. Not me, the two Rovers I bought and collected from Cornwall were both bargains. Bidding a fraction of what the car would realise if on offer in the Midlands or South East back then.
. ]]> MGJohn http://forums.mg-rover.org/showthread.php?t=470628 AA Parts and garrage cover? http://forums.mg-rover.org/showthread.php?t=470627&goto=newpost Thu, 17 May 2012 09:35:53 GMT I have enquired about AA cover and it will cost £150 a year for 02 130K mile CDT. The fan is the old 3 speed fan and broke, I was wondering if on a hot day I could sit on the road with A/C get temperature high, to prove fan wont kick in and the car is undrivable and get the AA out, would fan cost... I have enquired about AA cover and it will cost £150 a year for 02 130K mile CDT. The fan is the old 3 speed fan and broke, I was wondering if on a hot day I could sit on the road with A/C get temperature high, to prove fan wont kick in and the car is undrivable and get the AA out, would fan cost and replacement be covered by AA?

Also same situation with clutch, currently on 130K and will obviously fail soon. The trouble is the Slave is mechanical and should be covered, but the clutch plate is a friction surface and will be wear and tear and might not be covered.

If, big if I could get them to pay up to £500 for clutch repair and a seperate claim for fan it would be good value for money, however if I take it out and they wriggle out of clutch saying it is wear and tear and refuse to do fan as the car is able to carry on its journey its pointless and I may as well just start saving for clutch job.

I was wondering if anyone else has had there fan replaced and clutch cost contributed to under this policy. ]]> MG ZT / Rover 75 (Sponsored by Rimmer Bros) StevieB82 http://forums.mg-rover.org/showthread.php?t=470627 Rolling Road results http://forums.mg-rover.org/showthread.php?t=470626&goto=newpost Thu, 17 May 2012 09:26:40 GMT A couple of weeks ago a few of us from the MGF Register went to Janspeed for a Rolling Road shoot out and factory tour.

I was the only TF160 there and was very happy with my results with the current mods

Daytona
4-2-1
Sports cat
Z&F phase 2 remap

I got 150BHP at the wheels which is roughly 177BH at the fly :smug_git:

Unfortunately they had issues getting a reliable torque reading (at one point my car read 236ft-lbs of torque!!! I flipping wish!) so only have the BHP trace ]]> MGF and MGTF (Sponsored by MGF Mania) MaddAussie http://forums.mg-rover.org/showthread.php?t=470626 From Brittany... http://forums.mg-rover.org/showthread.php?t=470625&goto=newpost Thu, 17 May 2012 09:25:38 GMT Hello,

I've decided to register after several readings of this excellent MG-Rover site:
first, I must tell you I'm french, so, my english may not be as good as you could expect, I'm sorry for that, I'll do my best to be understood and readable.
My car is a Rover 75 Tourer CDT 2003(easy to guess seeing my username), a loved car with many qualities, and faults too, I must admit.
Yet, she remains the best ever owned, very confortable, and now really reliable after some basic upgrades and modifications on the engine and electricity.
Here, frenchs speak about an extra power electronic unit called Synergy II wich is suposed to increase performances in terms of torque gain, power, fuel saving.
I don't really care about the power (I'm a cool driver, you have to be with cops and radars here!), but a little more torque and fuel saving are what I'm interested in: the box seems to have good feedbacks in France and I wonder if some of you ever fitted some in cars, for what results.
If you have links in relation with, I'm interested in.
Thank you to all,

Fabrice ]]> Introduce yourself Rovertourer75 http://forums.mg-rover.org/showthread.php?t=470625 Loom Query http://forums.mg-rover.org/showthread.php?t=470624&goto=newpost Thu, 17 May 2012 09:03:59 GMT Just something I've wondered and never really looked into properly.

Is the basic loom across the 200's the same? for example if I fitted a 1.8VVC in my 211 would only the Engine loom, ECU and 5AS need changing?

I believe the 211 is mems 1.9 so would require converting to Mems 2 for a VI or Mems 3 for 160.

Toying with the idea of building a nice little VVC Engine for the car... ]]> Movies http://forums.mg-rover.org/showthread.php?t=470624 diesel leak http://forums.mg-rover.org/showthread.php?t=470623&goto=newpost Thu, 17 May 2012 08:46:50 GMT hi all, my diesel 75 cdt, 133k miles,manual,2002, brake down on the motorway this morning and aa take me home. car leaking diesel, wont start. when ignition is on diesel comes out on the top of the injector pump acording to the aa lad.so this mean that i need a new injector pump, or only a seal? a... hi all, my diesel 75 cdt, 133k miles,manual,2002, brake down on the motorway this morning and aa take me home. car leaking diesel, wont start. when ignition is on diesel comes out on the top of the injector pump acording to the aa lad.so this mean that i need a new injector pump, or only a seal? a ruff ideea how much is a new pump and where is the best place to get one? the bit where is leaking is a ,,lid ,, hold in place by two bolts, seems to be hard to get to. any one had this problem before and know what is the best thing to do? any advice much appreciated. i try to ring Terry but cant find him, will try a bit later after i get some sleep. thank you all, Viorel ]]> MG ZT / Rover 75 (Sponsored by Rimmer Bros) vio-rov75 http://forums.mg-rover.org/showthread.php?t=470623 Would this be classed as fronting? http://forums.mg-rover.org/showthread.php?t=470622&goto=newpost Thu, 17 May 2012 08:37:28 GMT Here's the scenario...

I am the registered keeper of the car and the main driver. My soon to be wife is a named driver of my policy and drives occasionally. Because she's a named driver she's not got any NCB, whereas I have 8 years worth.

We're thinking that it might be a good idea for her to build up some of her own NCB by making her the main driver on the policy with me as the named driver. I've got to 8 years so really any discount for me beyond now is likely to be negligible, but if at some point she needs her own car it would be more beneficial to her to have built up some NCB before taking out her own policy

It's likely to cost us more doing it this way with her as main driver and me as a named driver. I realise that if we did this as a way of saving money on the insurance it would be fronting, but if we are doing it and knowingly paying more, would that technically be classed as fronting?

Advice from the guys in the know would be much appreciated ]]> Car Insurance Questions (Sponsored by Sky Insurance) Butchcannon http://forums.mg-rover.org/showthread.php?t=470622 <![CDATA[WTF am I gonna do with this? I didn't think I would win it, only bid for a laugh...]]> http://forums.mg-rover.org/showthread.php?t=470621&goto=newpost Thu, 17 May 2012 08:36:03 GMT I won this... Have no idea whats included... Will have to get delivered to my mothers house or something... Monies tight atm lol so should not have bid on it, but I thought it would have went for £200 or there-abouts... I am about to pay for it now... Hopefully some nice TF bits I... I won this... Have no idea whats included...

Will have to get delivered to my mothers house or something...

Monies tight atm lol so should not have bid on it, but I thought it would have went for £200 or there-abouts...

I am about to pay for it now...

Hopefully some nice TF bits I DON'T need in it lol...

If there is a windstop, tonnoue or HLBL I'm laughing but I seriously doupt it...

I don't know if the pic has all thats included in the auction or not...

Anywho, heres the link....

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/2610235456...84.m1497.l2649 ]]> MGF and MGTF (Sponsored by MGF Mania) seanpcrowe http://forums.mg-rover.org/showthread.php?t=470621 (Warning) le 500 back on the scene again http://forums.mg-rover.org/showthread.php?t=470619&goto=newpost Thu, 17 May 2012 08:30:15 GMT Hi guys hopefully one of the mods will attach a link to the original thread on this as i cannot seem to find it but this car has appeared again and i thought with so many new members around it should be brought to their attention not trying to bring back sad news ... Hi guys hopefully one of the mods will attach a link to the original thread on this as i cannot seem to find it

but this car has appeared again and i thought with so many new members around it should be brought to their attention
not trying to bring back sad news

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/2009-MG-TF...item1e6e34b13e ]]> MGF and MGTF (Sponsored by MGF Mania) dusty mgf http://forums.mg-rover.org/showthread.php?t=470619 IMG Question http://forums.mg-rover.org/showthread.php?t=470618&goto=newpost Thu, 17 May 2012 07:43:09 GMT If i can see leaking coolant stains from the left side of the IMG, and on the basis that i have had the HG done on my car with no mayo what so ever showing. Is it possible that a leaky IMG would cause a bit more of a steamier exhaust than normal? If i can see leaking coolant stains from the left side of the IMG, and on the basis that i have had the HG done on my car with no mayo what so ever showing.

Is it possible that a leaky IMG would cause a bit more of a steamier exhaust than normal? ]]> RyanZR http://forums.mg-rover.org/showthread.php?t=470618