What I did with my Rover 75/MG ZT today? - Page 650

Dawn · 26th February 2017, 14:08

I've pottered a bit this week. I've got the breathers on, so hopefully when I drive again, no more smell. I've ordered a lower engine mount, as it was an advisory on the last service, I've fitted stainless bumper bolts and a stainless oil cap, cleaned under the bonnet a wee bit and fitted some torpedo badges and a new bonnet badge and "flags". I've also got some wind deflectors to go on, but I need to fit a replacement passenger door finisher first. I tried this afternoon, got all the screws out, then didn't have the strength right now to tug the old one off.

Another job put on the waiting list.

Downside, when fitting the breather I noticed a tiny tiny amount of antifreeze in the "V". I didn't see it when I bought the car, but maybe it standing not being used hasn't helped, or I just missed it. So that's a job I need to sort. Anyone know how much it costs roughly, as not something I can do?

Almost forgot, I found and fixed "part" of my boot leak. One of the trim fixings was so lose it was doing nothing. I've sealed them and tightened, but still definitely have a leak from higher up, as water is sitting ion that little box section - looks like its dripping from above there somewhere.

FLYING BANANA · 26th February 2017, 16:50

Made a lot of noise in the Dartford tunnel with the V8.

Supervinnie40 · 26th February 2017, 17:58

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dawn

Almost forgot, I found and fixed "part" of my boot leak. One of the trim fixings was so lose it was doing nothing. I've sealed them and tightened, but still definitely have a leak from higher up, as water is sitting ion that little box section - looks like its dripping from above there somewhere.

I removed the trims around the rear window, and applied a bit of sealant underneath the edge of the glass. Seems to have done the trick.

I already fixed:
- Rear light seals
- Damaged rubber seal from the bootlid
- Loose trim fixing
- Dislodged air vent behind bumper

At the moment it has been dry for a few weeks now.

RPWC · 26th February 2017, 18:53

Soaked all the nuts and bolts associated with removing the front suspension arm with penetrating oil , inspected hub carrier tower say whether the ball joint locating hole has elongated. Oh and washed the steering wheel after covering it in dirty hand prints lol

expat dave · 27th February 2017, 08:42

Changed oil with new pela pump, oil filter, and air filter while pump was doing it's work.

scottish_don · 27th February 2017, 11:17

Tried hydra dipping my electric window switches with limited success, oh well practice makes perfect....

Just keep going until I get it right.

gozo ken · 27th February 2017, 13:20

With regards Oil changing-
Yes I did the same thing last week-makes it very easy,no crawling around underneath and messing with the undertray.
This pump doesn't need priming,if under 3m ,so simple to use ,with my cordless drill.
It says water pump,but does oil as well.
Ken.
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/2202-Water...cAAOSwe7BWyHpH

sworks · 27th February 2017, 19:00

Fitted a new battery, same as what was fitted previously from the local motor factors. The one that failed was two months out of warranty but more interesting was the fact it had almost doubled in price!

minimutly · 27th February 2017, 19:30

Assuming the warranty was 2 yeras, what amazes me was you went back and bought another one?

bl52krz · 27th February 2017, 19:37

Quote:

Originally Posted by FLYING BANANA

Made a lot of noise in the Dartford tunnel with the V8.

You naughty boy. Hope you never woke anyone up.

26th February 2017, 14:08	#6491
Dawn I really should get out more....... MG ZT 180+ auto Join Date: May 2016 Location: Ilkeston, Derbys Posts: 2,743 Thanks: 285 Thanked 1,128 Times in 504 Posts	I've pottered a bit this week. I've got the breathers on, so hopefully when I drive again, no more smell. I've ordered a lower engine mount, as it was an advisory on the last service, I've fitted stainless bumper bolts and a stainless oil cap, cleaned under the bonnet a wee bit and fitted some torpedo badges and a new bonnet badge and "flags". I've also got some wind deflectors to go on, but I need to fit a replacement passenger door finisher first. I tried this afternoon, got all the screws out, then didn't have the strength right now to tug the old one off. Another job put on the waiting list. Downside, when fitting the breather I noticed a tiny tiny amount of antifreeze in the "V". I didn't see it when I bought the car, but maybe it standing not being used hasn't helped, or I just missed it. So that's a job I need to sort. Anyone know how much it costs roughly, as not something I can do? Almost forgot, I found and fixed "part" of my boot leak. One of the trim fixings was so lose it was doing nothing. I've sealed them and tightened, but still definitely have a leak from higher up, as water is sitting ion that little box section - looks like its dripping from above there somewhere. Last edited by Dawn; 26th February 2017 at 14:13..

26th February 2017, 16:50	#6492
FLYING BANANA Moderator/Club Shop MG ZT 1.8t+. No.3 of 4 in Sunspot Yellow & Ford Fiesta in Black. Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Rattler Farm Posts: 22,650 Thanks: 9,270 Thanked 15,645 Times in 6,806 Posts	Made a lot of noise in the Dartford tunnel with the V8. __________________ 234,303. onen hag oll

26th February 2017, 18:53	#6494
RPWC This is my second home 75 model car Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Newcastle upon Tyne Posts: 20,196 Thanks: 4,008 Thanked 5,083 Times in 3,114 Posts	Soaked all the nuts and bolts associated with removing the front suspension arm with penetrating oil , inspected hub carrier tower say whether the ball joint locating hole has elongated. Oh and washed the steering wheel after covering it in dirty hand prints lol __________________ Cheers. Rich…

27th February 2017, 11:17	#6496
scottish_don Loves to post None Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: Falkirk Posts: 426 Thanks: 151 Thanked 138 Times in 83 Posts	Tried hydra dipping my electric window switches with limited success, oh well practice makes perfect.... Just keep going until I get it right. __________________ NONE

27th February 2017, 19:00	#6498
sworks This is my second home Rover 75 Tourer, Classic mini Cooper S, Abarth 595 competizione, MG TF and a Hyundai Tucson PHEV Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Cumbria Posts: 13,078 Thanks: 1,033 Thanked 1,686 Times in 1,040 Posts	Fitted a new battery, same as what was fitted previously from the local motor factors. The one that failed was two months out of warranty but more interesting was the fact it had almost doubled in price! __________________ ................................................. 'Marmite' Possibly one of the most famous 75 tourers produced! left the production line as the last of only Three Rover 75 tourers produced in Trophy Yellow. 48 hours later Longbridge closed. The last sold ordered 75 Tourer. Paid for by the Phoenix Four and handed over by John Towers to the Warwickshire Northampton Air ambulance service as a Rapid Response vehicle

27th February 2017, 08:42	#6495
expat dave Regular poster MG ZT-T Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: otley Posts: 78 Thanks: 13 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	Changed oil with new pela pump, oil filter, and air filter while pump was doing it's work.

27th February 2017, 13:20	#6497
gozo ken Avid contributor R75 SALOON Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Lincolnshire Posts: 226 Thanks: 20 Thanked 57 Times in 44 Posts	With regards Oil changing- Yes I did the same thing last week-makes it very easy,no crawling around underneath and messing with the undertray. This pump doesn't need priming,if under 3m ,so simple to use ,with my cordless drill. It says water pump,but does oil as well. Ken. http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/2202-Water...cAAOSwe7BWyHpH

27th February 2017, 19:30	#6499
minimutly Posted a thing or two mg zt Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: cardigan Posts: 1,087 Thanks: 28 Thanked 187 Times in 158 Posts	Assuming the warranty was 2 yeras, what amazes me was you went back and bought another one?