What I did with my Rover 75/MG ZT today? - Page 1425

Maxfly · 20th July 2023, 19:54

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Originally Posted by The Rovering Member

Well we did get a lot of cloud & only caught the merest glimpse of the sun but the darkness rushing towards us over the landscape turning on the streetlamps as it approached was very impressive.

We had our Portafold caravan behind the Rover which elicited a lot of praise too.

Aye, I bet that was something still!

Very nice, that would look michty fine behind the Rover.

Maxfly · 22nd July 2023, 14:49

In prep for the midnight departure southwards, all fluids and pressures checked. Petrol filled up and roof rack with roof box fitted plus couple of decals to break up the plain black box.
Also fitted Ricksta's comfort indicator kit, so comfortable indicating when changing lanes on the way down too now

Savestones · 23rd July 2023, 10:42

Had some weird noise coming from the brakes, where I would have an intermittent squeel even when driving on the highway. Recently replaced the front discs + pads, and figured they might have gotten a bit too dirty from the new disc coating. Found this unpleasant suprise when taking the wheel off:

Turns out the backing plate of the outside Brembo pads had shifted off-center, now rubbing against the saddle of the brake caliper. You even see the dent it left on the backing plate!

Ended up just pulling them off, relubing and put everything back together. Furthermore, this little undertaking led me to my next project: replacing the bump stops on the front struts (the left side is particularly bad, the right side actually doesn't look too bad)

Popcorn · 4th August 2023, 17:01

Changed the n/s anti roll bar drop link, that top nut what a pain took 45 minutes to do a 10 minute job, last hack saw blade blunt and no cutting discs

Big shout out for dmgrs, top notch replacement link

trikey · 4th August 2023, 18:10

Washed it! Bloomin owls grrrr

Then went to halfords for a car cover.

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FLYING BANANA · 5th August 2023, 13:32

Filled Banana up with go go juice. Then took her for a wee run. Love driving her, think I might keep her.
We will be at the Mount Edgecumbe car show tomorrow with the Southwest MG/Rover group. 2 ZT’s, 1 ZTT, 1 Rover 75 and a proper Mini on our stand.

YHT · 6th August 2023, 16:45

Got my diesel R75 started after its been sitting in a barn for several years. A bit of messing about like new in tank pump and new battery and then it wouldnt turn over. So more messing with helpful advice on this site Hurrah.

Howie666 · 6th August 2023, 18:00

So, rain abated today. I thought, great day to replace the rear bumper for the much less battered one from Rob. So, after removing the antediluvian 'scrivets' and the rusted solid screws, I popped the old one off.
I offered the replacement up, slid it forward trying to ensure everything was aligned. It wasn't. Not a bit. The underneath was fouling on the towbar electrics, the sides resolutely pointed downwards and any attempt to bring them up resulted in a yawning gap at the outside edge of the light clusters.
So off came the new one, and back went the old one, like a glove.
*naughty word, naughty word, naughty word*.

bl52krz · 17th August 2023, 13:57

Today I replaced the defunct rear door o/S central locking, with one that worked. Easy job now I know what is involved. Front door looking to be done when I get a another working lock. I intend having a look inside the rear door lock to see if I can replace what has packed up, probably one of the little motors that work the opening and closing functions.

Maxfly · 21st August 2023, 13:42

After hearing a slight chuffing noise when driving I decided it was time to strip and clean all the brakes. They weren't too bad but all cleaned and copper greased up now. Test drive shortly to confirm.
Also changed the brake fluid as it's been at least 3 years since it's been done, I have had it 3 years now and haven't done it myself. fluid was a bit dark so definitely worth doing.
I did discover that the front dust caps for the slider bolts on drivers side are missing so need to get a pair of those.

4th August 2023, 18:10	#14245
trikey Premium Trader Rover 75 Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Devon Posts: 33,773 Thanks: 8,837 Thanked 14,831 Times in 8,030 Posts	Washed it! Bloomin owls grrrr Then went to halfords for a car cover. Sent from my SM-G780G using Tapatalk __________________ Lest we forget..

5th August 2023, 13:32	#14246
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: 22,568 Thanks: 9,270 Thanked 15,645 Times in 6,806 Posts	Filled Banana up with go go juice. Then took her for a wee run. Love driving her, think I might keep her. We will be at the Mount Edgecumbe car show tomorrow with the Southwest MG/Rover group. 2 ZT’s, 1 ZTT, 1 Rover 75 and a proper Mini on our stand. __________________ 233,431. That’s our second meet done, no.3 next weekend. onen hag oll

6th August 2023, 18:00	#14248
Howie666 I really should get out more....... MG ZT 190+, Trophy Blue Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Preston Posts: 2,067 Thanks: 1,401 Thanked 309 Times in 195 Posts	What I (nearly) did... So, rain abated today. I thought, great day to replace the rear bumper for the much less battered one from Rob. So, after removing the antediluvian 'scrivets' and the rusted solid screws, I popped the old one off. I offered the replacement up, slid it forward trying to ensure everything was aligned. It wasn't. Not a bit. The underneath was fouling on the towbar electrics, the sides resolutely pointed downwards and any attempt to bring them up resulted in a yawning gap at the outside edge of the light clusters. So off came the new one, and back went the old one, like a glove. naughty word, naughty word, naughty word. __________________ Commission Number 352 To do list: 1. Reversing sensors 1a. Headlights polished - DONE! (Magic Mike ) 2. Auto dip rear view mirror 3. Seats replaced - DONE! (thank you Mischief) 7. Bodywork repainted 8. Inlet manifold changed for a working one - DONE! (Magic Mike )

17th August 2023, 13:57	#14249
bl52krz This is my second home Rover 75 cdt club + Rover 2.5 KV6 Conni SE Join Date: May 2008 Location: Birmingham Posts: 11,394 Thanks: 6,587 Thanked 2,262 Times in 1,729 Posts	Today I replaced the defunct rear door o/S central locking, with one that worked. Easy job now I know what is involved. Front door looking to be done when I get a another working lock. I intend having a look inside the rear door lock to see if I can replace what has packed up, probably one of the little motors that work the opening and closing functions. __________________ Great Barr, Birmingham.

22nd July 2023, 14:49	#14242
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	In prep for the midnight departure southwards, all fluids and pressures checked. Petrol filled up and roof rack with roof box fitted plus couple of decals to break up the plain black box. Also fitted Ricksta's comfort indicator kit, so comfortable indicating when changing lanes on the way down too now

23rd July 2023, 10:42	#14243
Savestones Regular poster MG ZT-T Join Date: Dec 2021 Location: Arnhem, Netherlands Posts: 62 Thanks: 10 Thanked 6 Times in 6 Posts	Had some weird noise coming from the brakes, where I would have an intermittent squeel even when driving on the highway. Recently replaced the front discs + pads, and figured they might have gotten a bit too dirty from the new disc coating. Found this unpleasant suprise when taking the wheel off: Turns out the backing plate of the outside Brembo pads had shifted off-center, now rubbing against the saddle of the brake caliper. You even see the dent it left on the backing plate! Ended up just pulling them off, relubing and put everything back together. Furthermore, this little undertaking led me to my next project: replacing the bump stops on the front struts (the left side is particularly bad, the right side actually doesn't look too bad)

4th August 2023, 17:01	#14244
Popcorn Loves to post 55 cdti tourer slush box executive grill Join Date: Feb 2022 Location: Sheffield Posts: 380 Thanks: 40 Thanked 85 Times in 72 Posts	Changed the n/s anti roll bar drop link, that top nut what a pain took 45 minutes to do a 10 minute job, last hack saw blade blunt and no cutting discs Big shout out for dmgrs, top notch replacement link

6th August 2023, 16:45	#14247
YHT Loves to post Rover 75 Saloon Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: suffolk Posts: 264 Thanks: 46 Thanked 25 Times in 23 Posts	Got my diesel R75 started after its been sitting in a barn for several years. A bit of messing about like new in tank pump and new battery and then it wouldnt turn over. So more messing with helpful advice on this site Hurrah.

21st August 2023, 13:42	#14250
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	After hearing a slight chuffing noise when driving I decided it was time to strip and clean all the brakes. They weren't too bad but all cleaned and copper greased up now. Test drive shortly to confirm. Also changed the brake fluid as it's been at least 3 years since it's been done, I have had it 3 years now and haven't done it myself. fluid was a bit dark so definitely worth doing. I did discover that the front dust caps for the slider bolts on drivers side are missing so need to get a pair of those.