Bonnet release Broken/Stuck or Slack - Page 47

Jules · 22nd April 2013, 12:19

Thanks Freddie

Erm Hacksaw is the only way I know if cables have already corroded through.
I wrote a HOWTO saw through the bonnet pins without damaging bumper or bonnet last year if some retired member can find it?!
I'm busy in workshop till about Midnight tonight.

Jules · 22nd April 2013, 12:46

Bit more info here.

But basically you need a new hacksaw blade and masking tape to protect paintwork
http://www.the75andztclub.co.uk/foru...d.php?t=109741

I still haven't prepared the photos yet (lack of time) maybe Arctic could do one of his very good articles on the subject ?!

hinged_bap · 22nd April 2013, 19:23

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Originally Posted by freddie

Here you go David click.

http://www.the75andztclub.co.uk/foru...83&postcount=4

aha, thx for that, will take a looksie tomorrow and if in good shape will spray with wire rope spray...

dobbo78 · 23rd April 2013, 09:02

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Originally Posted by dobbo78

Hey folks, if there is something I need to do to prove I own the car I will happily do so. I get the concept of keeping this information secret but I am an owner and I do need the help!

Cheers.

Hello again! Not sure if my questions are being missed amongst the chatter - I really really need the help guys my car is currently off the road!

J1MBO · 23rd April 2013, 09:16

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Originally Posted by dobbo78

Hello again! Not sure if my questions are being missed amongst the chatter - I really really need the help guys my car is currently off the road!

Hi Ben

You will have a pm shortly

Scotscim · 23rd April 2013, 21:52

Thanks to those that got back to me on Saturday
Got bonnet open to night
Greig

Scotscim

russell · 25th April 2013, 15:52

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Originally Posted by Simon

Thanks for asking Samuelle. PM on its way shortly....

I too need to know how to access the bonnet release mechanism and repair it as mine is stuck shut. Can you send me instructions please

J1MBO · 25th April 2013, 17:49

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Originally Posted by russell

I too need to know how to access the bonnet release mechanism and repair it as mine is stuck shut. Can you send me instructions please

Russell, you have a pm.

VMax1000 · 25th April 2013, 18:41

Why is this such a big secret when you can find the answer doing a simple google search?

As I do not want to upset anyone I won't post the link, but surely no one will steal a car by opening the bonnet.

J1MBO · 25th April 2013, 18:52

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Originally Posted by VMax1000

Why is this such a big secret when you can find the answer doing a simple google search?

As I do not want to upset anyone I won't post the link, but surely no one will steal a car by opening the bonnet.

No big secret at all Herman, just the fact that we do not publish the information publicly on our boards.

I think you'll find that other MG-Rover fora handle this information in a similar way.

22nd April 2013, 12:19	#461
Jules This is my second home ZT 260 SE Twilight and 10 other 75 ZT's :O Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Conwy NORTH WALES Posts: 11,094 Thanks: 512 Thanked 1,116 Times in 763 Posts	Thanks Freddie Erm Hacksaw is the only way I know if cables have already corroded through. I wrote a HOWTO saw through the bonnet pins without damaging bumper or bonnet last year if some retired member can find it?! I'm busy in workshop till about Midnight tonight. __________________ [SIGPIC][/SIGPIC] Newbies do now!! 1. Plenum drains..all 3 or 4 year dependent 2. Cooling fan..All speeds functioning 3. Bonnet cable divider block

22nd April 2013, 12:46	#462
Jules This is my second home ZT 260 SE Twilight and 10 other 75 ZT's :O Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Conwy NORTH WALES Posts: 11,094 Thanks: 512 Thanked 1,116 Times in 763 Posts	Bit more info here. But basically you need a new hacksaw blade and masking tape to protect paintwork http://www.the75andztclub.co.uk/foru...d.php?t=109741 I still haven't prepared the photos yet (lack of time) maybe Arctic could do one of his very good articles on the subject ?! __________________ [SIGPIC][/SIGPIC] Newbies do now!! 1. Plenum drains..all 3 or 4 year dependent 2. Cooling fan..All speeds functioning 3. Bonnet cable divider block

23rd April 2013, 21:52	#466
Scotscim Regular poster MG ZT Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Bo'ness Posts: 45 Thanks: 3 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Sorted Thanks to those that got back to me on Saturday Got bonnet open to night Greig Scotscim

25th April 2013, 18:41	#469
VMax1000 Passed Away MG ZT260 Join Date: May 2007 Location: Swindon Posts: 2,805 Thanks: 62 Thanked 325 Times in 249 Posts	Why is this such a big secret when you can find the answer doing a simple google search? As I do not want to upset anyone I won't post the link, but surely no one will steal a car by opening the bonnet.