ZT 190+ comm number 468
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https://chrome.google.com/webstore/d...bifiaedg?hl=en Ok most will know I have picked a cheap early ZT 190. https://www.the75andztclub.co.uk/for...d.php?t=215081 Thought I would start a project thread here to monitor progress:D List of defects found so far which need sorting:eek: Mechanical Noisy timing belt tensioner- Complete Poor handbrake- Complete Knackered lower engine mountComplete Cooling fan brushesComplete Bodywork Bonnet stone chipComplete replace front and rear MG badges-Complete Pink trim on rear bumper Complete Door mirrors laquer and paint peeledComplete Rust bubbles on exterior chrome handles ( OSF, OSR lock cover, NSR Handle)-Complete Replace number plates-Complete Electrical Both key fobs knackered-Complete ABS warning lightComplete Airbag warning light-Complete NSR central locking solenoid-Complete Zenon headlamps V cloudyComplete Front ZT indicator cracked-Complete Trim Rear window trim rubber finish in terrible state-Complete Chrome tread trims need replacing on OSF (Glued) and OSR (dented)-Complete Carpet edge trims missing-Complete Seals OSR door seal torn-Complete Interior trim Drivers seat bolsters worn-Complete Passenger side back pocket ripped off-Complete Cup holder jammed-Complete Radio missing-Complete Wheels Alloys badly corrodedComplete Planned upgrades (with MG/Rover parts) DD radio-Complete Auto wipersComplete Auto dim mirror-Complete Rear parking sensors-Complete Plenum Mod-Complete Bonnet release cable modComplete Twin Exhaust with correct trim platesComplete message centre IPK Possible fit MG rover skirts (not sure at the moment:shrug:) Areas still to look over:eek::- Chassis underside front suspension rear suspension front brakes rear brakes Engine bay Steering Ancillaries here starts the journey:D |
i have a fully working 3 speed fan in its cowl foc if you want it ?
pretty sure I have a cup holder too and a auto dim mirror all you need to do is get it to you :) |
Blimey Jon, that's some list, looks like you bought a lemon... ;):D
No, seriously, good luck with it, will be watching the thread with interest :} |
Good luck! How many miles has it got? Are you fully restoring it? Will keep an eye on this thread!
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Update 19/05/15
Ok so finished going over the car this weekend and did a couple of small jobs. Firstly the list is now full:D and list added to in red Mechanical Noisy timing belt tensioner (Change belts, Tensioner and water pump)-Complete Poor handbrake-Complete Knackered lower engine mountComplete Cooling fan brushes (Cooling fan works in all 3 modes:D) Thermostat body weepingComplete Back 3 cylinders rocker cover weepingComplete Full serviceComplete Shannon tube missingComplete Change bonnet cablesComplete Renew brakes front and back (only to bring them to new:D)Complete Restore rear suspension (showing signs of wear and surface corrosion). Complete Spring protectors not fitted to front struts [/COLOR] Complete Bodywork Bonnet stone chipComplete replace front and rear MG badges-Complete Pink trim on rear bumper Complete Door mirrors laquer and paint peeledComplete Rust bubbles on exterior chrome handles ( OSF, OSR lock cover, NSR Handle).-Complete Replace number plates-Complete 2 x Jacking pads missing-Complete Underseal and rust proof as this car no visible Complete Bootlid hinges loose:shrug:Complete Blast and paint underbody fittings (fuel tank straps etc)Complete Electrical Both key fobs knackered-Complete ABS warning lightComplete Airbag warning light-Complete NSR central locking solenoid-Complete Zenon headlamps V cloudyComplete Front ZT indicator cracked-Complete Trim Rear window trim rubber finish in terrible state-Complete Chrome tread trims need replacing on OSF (Glued) and OSR (dented)-Complete Carpet edge trims missing-Complete Seals OSR door seal torn-Complete Boot seal torn-Complete Interior trim Drivers seat bolsters worn-Complete Passenger side back pocket ripped off-Complete Cup holder jammed-Complete Radio missing-Complete Rear door cards need the clips replacing-Complete Wheels Alloys badly corrodedComplete OSR tyre has a screw in itComplete Planned upgrades (with MG/Rover parts) DD radio-Complete Auto wipers-Complete Auto dim mirror-Complete Rear parking sensors-Complete Plenum Mod-Complete Bonnet release cable modComplete Twin Exhaust with correct trim platesComplete message centre IPK Possible fit MG rover skirts (not sure at the moment). Didnt bother preferred OEM look so sold them on Some pictures of the underside which I took whilst underneath http://i1111.photobucket.com/albums/...1.jpg~original http://i1111.photobucket.com/albums/...1.jpg~original http://i1111.photobucket.com/albums/...1.jpg~original http://i1111.photobucket.com/albums/...1.jpg~original Had a spare Front bumper MG badge in the garage so decided to swap out whilst I was looking over the car:D. I know its not the most important job but hey:getmecoat: http://i1111.photobucket.com/albums/...1.jpg~original Quote:
It has 90K on it all warranted and yes hopefully a full restore in the areas that need it:eek: |
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Yep a real lemon:D:D:D:D:D I'm over the moon with it mate. To be honest I could do the tensioner and drive it as there seems very little wrong for a car of that age but I wanted a project so here it is. I need to start breaking the other one which I will hopefully start this weekend:eek: Let me know if you need any V6 spares. |
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Thanks for the offer re: V6 spares, but concentrating on finishing off the CDT Tourer at the mo. It finally got it's new MOT last week & drove to Haynes, but still a couple jobs to do - as always !! Keep up the good work :} |
Wrote an update up last night but lost it for some reason.:duh: not sure why but it was late:D
Anyway as some of you are aware I have started work on the car. My plan is to go from back to front starting in the boot and at the back of the car working forward then go underneath. So starting at the back:- Boot and rear before I have started http://i1111.photobucket.com/albums/...1.jpg~original and with everything removed http://i1111.photobucket.com/albums/...1.jpg~original http://i1111.photobucket.com/albums/...1.jpg~original The rear end as I picked the car up http://i1111.photobucket.com/albums/...1.jpg~original and now with bumper removed http://i1111.photobucket.com/albums/...1.jpg~original The boot seal needed replacing, The drivers side boot vent was perished so I replaced it and sealed both vents for future posterity. The boot was cleaned out to a nice shiny finish:o http://i1111.photobucket.com/albums/...1.jpg~original http://i1111.photobucket.com/albums/...1.jpg~original Cleaned out http://i1111.photobucket.com/albums/...1.jpg~original and with new seal fitted and a pre project tool kt http://i1111.photobucket.com/albums/...1.jpg~original Next was to fit this little lot for reversing sensors. I decided to use the oem system. http://i1111.photobucket.com/albums/...1.jpg~original I was lucky enough to have the original loom fitted and the connection was tucked away under the rear quarter http://i1111.photobucket.com/albums/...1.jpg~original next was to fit out the mounting plate, control module and internal loom which goes out through the rear bulkhead in the centre of the boot http://i1111.photobucket.com/albums/...1.jpg~original http://i1111.photobucket.com/albums/...1.jpg~original http://i1111.photobucket.com/albums/...1.jpg~original http://i1111.photobucket.com/albums/...1.jpg~original http://i1111.photobucket.com/albums/...1.jpg~original http://i1111.photobucket.com/albums/...1.jpg~original http://i1111.photobucket.com/albums/...1.jpg~original Next job was to cut the holes in the bumper, spray the sensors in solar red and fit along with the external loom. Will update later as I have to go out :D:D |
Superb work. :bowdown:
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Now down to prepping the rear bumper.
The good thing is that MG Rover in their wisdom had the bumpers marked when moulded which made cutting out really easy. They show the centre of the circle and the centres for notches:bowdown: http://i1111.photobucket.com/albums/...2.jpg~original http://i1111.photobucket.com/albums/...6.jpg~original I then used a cone cutter to cut out to the 27.5 diameter circle and trial fitted each finisher in their own position http://i1111.photobucket.com/albums/...7.jpg~original Next I sprayed the sensors to match the bumper http://i1111.photobucket.com/albums/...1.jpg~original http://i1111.photobucket.com/albums/...3.jpg~original and then once dry fitted them to the bumper holes http://i1111.photobucket.com/albums/...5.jpg~original Whilst the bumper was off the car I decided to prep it by fitting the twin exhaust outlet. I am very lucky to have a correct V8 \mk1 drivers side trim so it was down to a lot of marking out (once , twice and three times to make sure the positioning was right:eek:) and then cut the bumper and fit the trim http://i1111.photobucket.com/albums/...9.jpg~original All I had to do then was fit the loom to the sensors. These clips were really tight http://i1111.photobucket.com/albums/...4.jpg~original Now the bumper was finished I went back to the car and gave all the metal a good clean down and a coat of wax. Yep I know you wont see it but it gives the metal a but of protection under the bumper:D http://i1111.photobucket.com/albums/...7.jpg~original http://i1111.photobucket.com/albums/...4.jpg~original Now for replacing the beam and the re worked bumper http://i1111.photobucket.com/albums/...6.jpg~original and I am happy with the finish on the sensors they seem to match the bumper quite well http://i1111.photobucket.com/albums/...8.jpg~original Next step was back to the boot and to clean the carpet and side panels. Wow the carpet was dirty I had to clean it twice:eek: http://i1111.photobucket.com/albums/...3.jpg~original Once all cleaned it was time to rebuild the boot and the finish cameup really well even if I do say so myself. I will probably make a new board for on top of the wheel as this one is a bit warped but as it was not water damaged I decided to leave it http://i1111.photobucket.com/albums/...0.jpg~original http://i1111.photobucket.com/albums/...6.jpg~original http://i1111.photobucket.com/albums/...8.jpg~original The rear end with the additional exhaust trim fitted in readiness for the twin exhaust http://i1111.photobucket.com/albums/...7.jpg~original The sensors are all working but there is no buzzer at the moment. I just need to find out which buzzer I am going to use from the other car. Either from the IPK or parcel shelf. I cant remember where the buzzer was coming from when I drove the car last:duh::duh: Next step is the wobbly boot hinges and then the rear window trim (which i am not looking forward too :eek::getmecoat:) |
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