What I did with my Rover 75/MG ZT today? - Page 580

sworks · 5th September 2016, 18:50

Checked to see what the loud bang was from the n/s/r whilst coming home from our holidays. I now need to see if the Rover sports handling pack springs are the same as MG's

keithst24 · 5th September 2016, 19:30

Fitted Torpedos to ''Lucky'' ...Thank's Rugby Rover

solarsailor · 6th September 2016, 13:08

Having a post project drive car some of those little finishing touches are missing from mine, including one that I particularly like - namely the Rover badges on the c pillar trims behind the rear doors.

I spotted a pair on the bay so threw caution to the wind and bought them. They say the camera never lies but this was the exception that proves the rule, as their condition was nowhere near as good as it looked. In fact they were so tatty I decided not to fit them as mine are still excellent.

I thought I could still use the badges, so by pushing on their fixing studs from the rear using a dot punch I managed to raise them enough to get a screwdriver blade underneath and gently pry them off without causing any damage. I used a craft knife to remove the remnants of the studs so they didn't stand proud of the flat area on the back of the badge and also removed the sticky pad residue. It took a while but eventually I got them nice and clean.

I then used a piece of paper to make a template from the trim that originally had the badges so I'd be able to fit them in the correct position. I then applied some double sided sticky pads, carefully trimmed off the excess and using the template I fitted them to 'Wedgie'.

Those in the know will notice that the badges aren't recessed slightly into the trim panel as they should be, but they still add to the look and will suffice until I can get hold of an original pair of trims that are in good condition.

Andrew

barney bear · 10th September 2016, 17:39

Today I finally got around to fitting a new crank pulley, It's only taken me a month to get around to doing it

I know it's not a Corteco one but I couldn't afford one of those at the minute and this one came with a 2 year guarantee so not bad for £50ish

I also fitted a new inner wing on the drivers side because the one on the car was looking a bit worse for wear

This came off a car I bought to use as a donor so I was a bit surprised when I saw this written on some of the bits

As usual though I have found another job that needs doing, I think it needs doing quite soon as you can see by the pictures

Mike Noc · 10th September 2016, 17:58

Worth changing the belts as well Tony - looks like you have had your money's worth out of the aircon belt.

barney bear · 10th September 2016, 18:01

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Originally Posted by Mike Noc

Worth changing the belts as well Tony - looks like you have had your money's worth out of the aircon belt.

It's on the list Mike, that's next pay day

Lancpudn · 10th September 2016, 18:26

You've been busy, nice job Tony.

humptynumpty · 10th September 2016, 19:47

Better pics tomorrow

humptynumpty · 10th September 2016, 21:07

barney bear · 10th September 2016, 21:10

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Originally Posted by humptynumpty

Did you paint these yourself Mark? Looks like a good job

5th September 2016, 18:50	#5791
sworks Been absent for a while… Rover 75 Tourer, Classic mini Cooper S, Abarth 595 competizione, MG TF and a Hyundai Tucson PHEV Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Cumbria Posts: 13,065 Thanks: 1,033 Thanked 1,686 Times in 1,040 Posts	Checked to see what the loud bang was from the n/s/r whilst coming home from our holidays. I now need to see if the Rover sports handling pack springs are the same as MG's __________________ ................................................. '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

5th September 2016, 19:30	#5792
keithst24 This is my second home X Power Grey MGZT 180+ Auto... Bumble & 1.8T Odessey Rover 75 Contemporary SE manual Join Date: Nov 2015 Location: Reigate Posts: 5,375 Thanks: 2,254 Thanked 1,801 Times in 1,403 Posts	Fitted Torpedos to ''Lucky'' ...Thank's Rugby Rover __________________ [SIGPIC][/SIGPIC] Bumble Membership Number 35478 Born Monday, 16th June 2003 @ 14:30:35 This vehicle was the 9,196th ZT to run off the production line, out of 18,894 This vehicle was the 576th ZT 180 + to be made out of 828 This vehicle was the 871st ZT in XPower Grey (code: LEF) to be made out of 3,143 XPower Grey ZTs

10th September 2016, 17:39	#5794
barney bear This is my second home rover 75 Connoiseur diesel called Rosey Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: Preston Posts: 8,096 Thanks: 1,878 Thanked 2,001 Times in 1,424 Posts	Today I finally got around to fitting a new crank pulley, It's only taken me a month to get around to doing it I know it's not a Corteco one but I couldn't afford one of those at the minute and this one came with a 2 year guarantee so not bad for £50ish I also fitted a new inner wing on the drivers side because the one on the car was looking a bit worse for wear This came off a car I bought to use as a donor so I was a bit surprised when I saw this written on some of the bits As usual though I have found another job that needs doing, I think it needs doing quite soon as you can see by the pictures __________________ It is NEVER your fault, do not believe her when she says it is Real name Tony http://i1374.photobucket.com/albums/...ps5l6mhpix.jpg

10th September 2016, 18:26	#5797
Lancpudn This is my second home MG ZS EV Join Date: Oct 2015 Location: Lancashire Posts: 15,587 Thanks: 4,591 Thanked 3,427 Times in 2,565 Posts	You've been busy, nice job Tony. __________________ Blessed are the tea makers. http://www.dailymotion.com/video/x3b...auto-2000_auto

6th September 2016, 13:08	#5793
solarsailor Posted a thing or two 75 Saloon 1.8T Club SE Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: Colchester Posts: 1,225 Thanks: 87 Thanked 653 Times in 344 Posts	Having a post project drive car some of those little finishing touches are missing from mine, including one that I particularly like - namely the Rover badges on the c pillar trims behind the rear doors. I spotted a pair on the bay so threw caution to the wind and bought them. They say the camera never lies but this was the exception that proves the rule, as their condition was nowhere near as good as it looked. In fact they were so tatty I decided not to fit them as mine are still excellent. I thought I could still use the badges, so by pushing on their fixing studs from the rear using a dot punch I managed to raise them enough to get a screwdriver blade underneath and gently pry them off without causing any damage. I used a craft knife to remove the remnants of the studs so they didn't stand proud of the flat area on the back of the badge and also removed the sticky pad residue. It took a while but eventually I got them nice and clean. I then used a piece of paper to make a template from the trim that originally had the badges so I'd be able to fit them in the correct position. I then applied some double sided sticky pads, carefully trimmed off the excess and using the template I fitted them to 'Wedgie'. Those in the know will notice that the badges aren't recessed slightly into the trim panel as they should be, but they still add to the look and will suffice until I can get hold of an original pair of trims that are in good condition. Andrew

10th September 2016, 17:58	#5795
Mike Noc This is my second home Rover 75 CDT Manual Connoisseur SE, Rover 75 CDT Automatic Connoisseur SE & a Freelander Td4. Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Hampshire Posts: 11,550 Thanks: 3,470 Thanked 3,119 Times in 2,247 Posts	Worth changing the belts as well Tony - looks like you have had your money's worth out of the aircon belt.

10th September 2016, 19:47	#5798
humptynumpty Retired Health Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: GB Posts: 1,901 Thanks: 8 Thanked 46 Times in 42 Posts	Better pics tomorrow

10th September 2016, 21:07	#5799
humptynumpty Retired Health Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: GB Posts: 1,901 Thanks: 8 Thanked 46 Times in 42 Posts