What I did with my Rover 75/MG ZT today? - Page 1164

mbonwick · 26th June 2020, 18:53

Noticed the cooling fan seemed mighty loud sat at some traffic lights this afternoon. Did the panic temperature check to find a steady 97C.

Checked on the drive, and the low speed activates as expected with the A/C but fairly quickly switches to high speed - guess it's either a bit low on refrigerant or the condenser has crumbled to the point where it doesn't like hot days.

Now to decide if I bother replacing it...

Mike Noc · 26th June 2020, 21:19

Not strictly mine but Mrs Noc's 75. Gave it an oil service, replaced all four bleed nipples and then changed the brake fluid. Two of the bleed screws were rusted solid so took some getting out, but with the new ones given a good coat of Copaslip and not overtightened, they should undo next time no problem.

Just need to change the ATF, polish the headlamps and job's a good 'un.

marinabrian · 26th June 2020, 22:23

Refitted the refurbished under fuel tank heat shield that fell off the ZT in protest at being parked in close proximity to a 75 V8 tourer

I then found my phone in the centre cubby where it's been since Monday

That is all

Brian

trikey · 26th June 2020, 22:24

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Originally Posted by marinabrian

I then found my phone in the centre cubby where it's been since Monday

Tsk tsk, however will Boris keep track of you....

marinabrian · 26th June 2020, 22:29

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Originally Posted by trikey

Tsk tsk, however will Boris keep track of you....

I tied a knot in the string on my bean tins, that'll sort out the farting in church

Maxfly · 27th June 2020, 22:55

Today I fitted the gold resistor as I noted I was still on the original silver one which was gubbed after noting the noise of the fan on full whack when the air con was on.
This is the 14th day if ownership and I have been working through bits and pieces as I go which have included:
New badges
Sort sunroof (blind & motor)
Vax the interior (lovely broon water)
Secured various trim items
Quick refurb or headlights to get them suitable for driving with
Straighten steering wheel
Run down and treat rust spot at rear
Repair vent
Sort interior lights
Sent IPK for delining etc
Secure heat shield
Sort wiper motor
Clean out plenum drain
Heat scuttle panel to regain some colour and replace clips and wiper blanks
Paint calipers
Replace rear back plates with the complete kit from dmgrs
Remove dodgy carbon wrap from rear exhaust trim
Fit high tone horn
Sent for air con regas
Dry out under rear seats
Repair cupholder
Sort drivers door card
Replace reverse switch
Sourced an fitted the missing OS scuttle panel section
Fitted rear cup holders
New wheel nuts
Sourced puncture kit which goes with my full size spare

Still a few more ‘niggles’ to rectify and on Monday it’s away in for paint correction and ceramic coating which will help it’s 15footer status the now. More bits on order and a big thanks to those that have done guides etc as they have been very useful with no nightmares....yet!
Not just a ‘done today’ but felt like sharing

Steven211 · 28th June 2020, 06:39

Replaced the in tank fuel pump after it started making a funny noise the other day. Not a bad job to do.

ryszard · 28th June 2020, 19:41

Hi,after having my a/c serviced earlier,before the service had a slight squeal coming from that area so thinking it was a worn belt and they were badly cracked after I had replaced them approx 4 years ago,of course it didn't make a noise when the a/c man tested it,replaced both ancillary belts today and now have a continuous high pitched squeak coming from the compressor when it kicks in.Maybe the extra tightness of the new belt is too much for it.
Will be looking at it tomorrow,can the pulley be taken off and checked?
Anyone else had the high pitched squeak and what if anything did they do to overcome it.
Has anyone replaced one with a refurbished one and who from in case I need to go that route unless I can get a guaranteed used one.
I have 2001 diesel variant.
Most I've seen listed are for petrol variants,is there a difference?
Regards Ryszard.

Mike2000 · 28th June 2020, 21:33

Yesterday I fitted a new N/S front indicator to my facelift 75, as the old one's lens was cracked. Then I realised the O/S indicator lens was cloudy, so today I polished it with headlight restorer - much clearer now

Maxfly · 28th June 2020, 22:07

Today was setup the handbrake time after fitting the new complete back plates the other day. Followed the guide on here with both wheels off and rear on axle stands. Got the wee fella to assist by holding a brolly for me seeing as it was bucketing down. Handbrake bites really well with nut adjusted to the 25mm but is a few clicks higher than it should be, this is fine though as I have ordered one of Arctics stainless compensators and that should give me a cracking handbrake

Tested cruise control after fitting replacement master switch but still no joy there so time to get hunting for pedal switches and go over the plugs etc beside fuse box I think.

28th June 2020, 21:33	#11639
Mike2000 Regular poster Rover 75 Join Date: May 2018 Location: Bedford Posts: 77 Thanks: 9 Thanked 9 Times in 9 Posts	Yesterday I fitted a new N/S front indicator to my facelift 75, as the old one's lens was cracked. Then I realised the O/S indicator lens was cloudy, so today I polished it with headlight restorer - much clearer now __________________ Mike

26th June 2020, 18:53	#11631
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	Noticed the cooling fan seemed mighty loud sat at some traffic lights this afternoon. Did the panic temperature check to find a steady 97C. Checked on the drive, and the low speed activates as expected with the A/C but fairly quickly switches to high speed - guess it's either a bit low on refrigerant or the condenser has crumbled to the point where it doesn't like hot days. Now to decide if I bother replacing it...

26th June 2020, 21:19	#11632
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: 11,548 Thanks: 3,470 Thanked 3,119 Times in 2,247 Posts	Not strictly mine but Mrs Noc's 75. Gave it an oil service, replaced all four bleed nipples and then changed the brake fluid. Two of the bleed screws were rusted solid so took some getting out, but with the new ones given a good coat of Copaslip and not overtightened, they should undo next time no problem. Just need to change the ATF, polish the headlamps and job's a good 'un.

26th June 2020, 22:23	#11633
marinabrian MG ZT Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Newcastle Upon Tyne Posts: 20,151 Thanks: 3,565 Thanked 10,837 Times in 5,718 Posts	Refitted the refurbished under fuel tank heat shield that fell off the ZT in protest at being parked in close proximity to a 75 V8 tourer I then found my phone in the centre cubby where it's been since Monday That is all Brian

28th June 2020, 06:39	#11637
Steven211 Regular poster VW Golf TDI yawn Join Date: Jul 2019 Location: Worcester Posts: 83 Thanks: 21 Thanked 19 Times in 12 Posts	Replaced the in tank fuel pump after it started making a funny noise the other day. Not a bad job to do.

28th June 2020, 19:41	#11638
ryszard Gets stuck in Moonstone diesel,X351 Jaguar and now MG ZT 260 Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Northampton Posts: 682 Thanks: 288 Thanked 118 Times in 96 Posts	Hi,after having my a/c serviced earlier,before the service had a slight squeal coming from that area so thinking it was a worn belt and they were badly cracked after I had replaced them approx 4 years ago,of course it didn't make a noise when the a/c man tested it,replaced both ancillary belts today and now have a continuous high pitched squeak coming from the compressor when it kicks in.Maybe the extra tightness of the new belt is too much for it. Will be looking at it tomorrow,can the pulley be taken off and checked? Anyone else had the high pitched squeak and what if anything did they do to overcome it. Has anyone replaced one with a refurbished one and who from in case I need to go that route unless I can get a guaranteed used one. I have 2001 diesel variant. Most I've seen listed are for petrol variants,is there a difference? Regards Ryszard.

28th June 2020, 22:07	#11640
Maxfly Loves to post MG ZT 190 SE Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Fort William Posts: 317 Thanks: 407 Thanked 110 Times in 75 Posts	Today was setup the handbrake time after fitting the new complete back plates the other day. Followed the guide on here with both wheels off and rear on axle stands. Got the wee fella to assist by holding a brolly for me seeing as it was bucketing down. Handbrake bites really well with nut adjusted to the 25mm but is a few clicks higher than it should be, this is fine though as I have ordered one of Arctics stainless compensators and that should give me a cracking handbrake Tested cruise control after fitting replacement master switch but still no joy there so time to get hunting for pedal switches and go over the plugs etc beside fuse box I think.