Can I ask a question? Will a MG TF 1.8 136 engine fit an MG ZT 1.8 118 ?

Steve Crocker · 13th August 2018, 14:24

I've found a low mileage TF and need to know if there are any issues with making the swap? Things like ECU, the odd bolt holes, hoses and fittings etc. I know that the TF has lower torque low down in the range. At this stage I am just thinking about fitting the block as I have a crack in one of my current liners.

Thanks, Steve.

marinabrian · 13th August 2018, 16:32

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Originally Posted by Steve Crocker

I've found a low mileage TF and need to know if there are any issues with making the swap? Things like ECU, the odd bolt holes, hoses and fittings etc. I know that the TF has lower torque low down in the range. At this stage I am just thinking about fitting the block as I have a crack in one of my current liners.

Thanks, Steve.

Yes, change the flywheel and clutch from the 75 engine and you are good to go

The only difference between a 135 TF engine and a 118 Rover engine are the camshafts, throttle body and manifold, it's basically a standard 1800 engine fitted with two VVC exhaust camshafts

The MEMS3 will adapt quite nicely

Brian

Steve Crocker · 21st August 2018, 17:39

Thanks, sorry for taking so long to reply. You don't happen to know any good sources of 2nd hand engines. The breaker that has a TF engine I was interested in can't supply any docs that prove its only done 16000 miles.

Thanks, Steve.

mbonwick · 21st August 2018, 18:43

Probably not helpful, but there's no need to search only for TF engines.

Much easier to just buy a standard 1800 and then swap the camshafts over.

Steve Crocker · 21st August 2018, 18:56

I don't own a TF??? But I do own a ZT. :-)

mbonwick · 21st August 2018, 20:10

All I was saying is you don't need to only search for 135 engines...

Quick eBay search reveals loads of standard 1800s....

rrobson · 21st August 2018, 20:50

If there's nothing wrong with your current engine, just look for some cams no need to swap engines.

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Steve Crocker Newbie MG ZT Join Date: May 2014 Location: Epsom Posts: 7 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Can I ask a question? Will a MG TF 1.8 136 engine fit an MG ZT 1.8 118 ? I've found a low mileage TF and need to know if there are any issues with making the swap? Things like ECU, the odd bolt holes, hoses and fittings etc. I know that the TF has lower torque low down in the range. At this stage I am just thinking about fitting the block as I have a crack in one of my current liners. Thanks, Steve.

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21st August 2018, 17:39	#3
Steve Crocker Newbie MG ZT Join Date: May 2014 Location: Epsom Posts: 7 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Thanks, sorry for taking so long to reply. You don't happen to know any good sources of 2nd hand engines. The breaker that has a TF engine I was interested in can't supply any docs that prove its only done 16000 miles. Thanks, Steve.

21st August 2018, 18:43	#4
mbonwick Gets stuck in Connoisseur SE 1.8 Auto Saloon Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: Kendal Posts: 633 Thanks: 129 Thanked 176 Times in 147 Posts	Probably not helpful, but there's no need to search only for TF engines. Much easier to just buy a standard 1800 and then swap the camshafts over.

21st August 2018, 18:56	#5
Steve Crocker Newbie MG ZT Join Date: May 2014 Location: Epsom Posts: 7 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	I don't own a TF??? But I do own a ZT. :-)

21st August 2018, 20:10	#6
mbonwick Gets stuck in Connoisseur SE 1.8 Auto Saloon Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: Kendal Posts: 633 Thanks: 129 Thanked 176 Times in 147 Posts	All I was saying is you don't need to only search for 135 engines... Quick eBay search reveals loads of standard 1800s....