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Bainzi · 21st February 2012, 11:52

I all, quick question.
I bought a pair of Mk2 Facelift Fog lights for my project as i understood these were the correct ones to have.
However, I offered one up to the bumper last night and they do not fit. I.E. Mk2 Fog (round) Vs Premium bumper slot (oval)?

Were there two types of bumper i.e. a Mk 1 and a Mk 2 Premium bumper made?

Regards

Nige

Devilish · 21st February 2012, 16:28

What you have bought (Well what you were sold as facelift fogs) are MGZT fogs, many people especially on eBay do not know the difference and put them up as MG and 75 etc etc, (I have seen a plethora of fogs for sale to fit Rover 75 MGZT). MG ZT MKI and MkII fogs are round and only fit MG ZT. They are universal apart from the plug socket, MkI and MkII have different plugs/sockets. The bulb holders cannot be swapped, the loom plugs have to be changed if you fit MkI to MkII and vice versa.

This is the fog fitted to Rover 75 MkII and Rover premium bumper

It is almost identical to the Rover 75 MkI fog. The MkI fog has a metal adjuster that requires a bit cutting away from the bracket for the adjuster to pass. As with the ZT, the Rover 75 MkI and MkII have different plugs/sockets. You will need MkI loom plugs if you fit MkI fogs to a MkII or premium bumper or vice versa.

rover54 · 21st February 2012, 20:58

Quote:

Originally Posted by Radioguy

Should we be selling these as a KIT or as Both. Stephen has also offered a fitting service

Am I right in think that components i.e chrome surrounds and meshes are now available for the premium bumper. If so I would be looking for two sets.

trebor · 21st February 2012, 21:03

Quote:

Originally Posted by rover54

Am I right in think that components i.e chrome surrounds and meshes are now available for the premium bumper. If so I would be looking for two sets.

The original oem surrounds are not available if that what you mean but the mg7 grille fits fine with a bit of modification

cossie dunc · 21st February 2012, 21:06

Quote:

Originally Posted by rover54

Am I right in think that components i.e chrome surrounds and meshes are now available for the premium bumper. If so I would be looking for two sets.

i believe sean radioguy sells these kits, however i believe he ships them via shergar air
as some forum members have been waiting since oct 11 for their 3 kits

Lates · 21st February 2012, 21:15

I am toying with selling my premium bumper. It is complete with new indicators and new fog lamps, chrome surround, plastic meshes and top trim (internal)
There are no internal fixings for the fog lamps so pods would need to be made.
I have no idea on the value of this, any ideas ?

Jake · 21st February 2012, 21:18

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lates

I am toying with selling my premium bumper. It is complete with new indicators and new fog lamps, chrome surround, plastic meshes and top trim (internal)
There are no internal fixings for the fog lamps so pods would need to be made.
I have no idea on the value of this, any ideas ?

Is it MG7 or Original Rover Lates?

The latter on ebay was doing about 650 complete on eBay.

Lates · 21st February 2012, 21:19

Original MGR in midnight blue

Bainzi · 22nd February 2012, 18:55

Hi Devilish

Thanks for the info, Im taking back the Mk2 ZT Fogs tomorrow and will replace them with Mk2 75 Fog lights. Ill also try and get a couple of connectors to help with the wiring.

Regards

Nigel

Quote:

Originally Posted by Devilish

What you have bought (Well what you were sold as facelift fogs) are MGZT fogs, many people especially on eBay do not know the difference and put them up as MG and 75 etc etc, (I have seen a plethora of fogs for sale to fit Rover 75 MGZT). MG ZT MKI and MkII fogs are round and only fit MG ZT. They are universal apart from the plug socket, MkI and MkII have different plugs/sockets. The bulb holders cannot be swapped, the loom plugs have to be changed if you fit MkI to MkII and vice versa.

This is the fog fitted to Rover 75 MkII and Rover premium bumper

It is almost identical to the Rover 75 MkI fog. The MkI fog has a metal adjuster that requires a bit cutting away from the bracket for the adjuster to pass. As with the ZT, the Rover 75 MkI and MkII have different plugs/sockets. You will need MkI loom plugs if you fit MkI fogs to a MkII or premium bumper or vice versa.

rover54 · 22nd February 2012, 21:40

Like a lot of members who want to fit this bumper, I have two cars that need the premium bumper treatment, I have three bumper of which one has the chrome trim, but it is damaged. This summer I intend to make a patten of the chrome trim and make a GRP mould so I can reproduce them. Chroming is a problem; I am thinking of using mirror chrome heat wrap unless anybody has a better idea.

My bumpers have the fog light housings, but there are a lot of bumpers that are bare. I might reproduce the housing in GRP as it looks quite a simple shape to reproduce.

The mesh is a problem. The plastic mesh needs injection moulding and is too expensive to manufacture. I might ask Radioguy if he can obtain just the mesh from the MG7, or if they are not available I will look for a good quality mesh.

This is one of the last mods I need to do, along with the Marmite lighting.

If anybody has any ideas for a good quality mesh, could you let me know.

I do remember once seeing a mesh on a Bentley that really sparkled and would look good in place of the black plastic mesh.

21st February 2012, 11:52	#491
Bainzi Avid contributor MG ZT 385 SE Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: North Yorkshire Posts: 236 Thanks: 22 Thanked 3 Times in 3 Posts	Fog Lights Premium Bumper? I all, quick question. I bought a pair of Mk2 Facelift Fog lights for my project as i understood these were the correct ones to have. However, I offered one up to the bumper last night and they do not fit. I.E. Mk2 Fog (round) Vs Premium bumper slot (oval)? Were there two types of bumper i.e. a Mk 1 and a Mk 2 Premium bumper made? Regards Nige __________________ Bainzi MG ZT 385 SE Starlight Silver. Reg 29 Sep 04 Vin No 496 `Roush Supercharger Fitted 07 Feb 11¬ `Do ... or do not, There is no Try`

21st February 2012, 16:28	#492
Devilish Been round the block 75 Tourer Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Cannock Posts: 4,125 Thanks: 3 Thanked 189 Times in 121 Posts	What you have bought (Well what you were sold as facelift fogs) are MGZT fogs, many people especially on eBay do not know the difference and put them up as MG and 75 etc etc, (I have seen a plethora of fogs for sale to fit Rover 75 MGZT). MG ZT MKI and MkII fogs are round and only fit MG ZT. They are universal apart from the plug socket, MkI and MkII have different plugs/sockets. The bulb holders cannot be swapped, the loom plugs have to be changed if you fit MkI to MkII and vice versa. This is the fog fitted to Rover 75 MkII and Rover premium bumper It is almost identical to the Rover 75 MkI fog. The MkI fog has a metal adjuster that requires a bit cutting away from the bracket for the adjuster to pass. As with the ZT, the Rover 75 MkI and MkII have different plugs/sockets. You will need MkI loom plugs if you fit MkI fogs to a MkII or premium bumper or vice versa. __________________ If at first you don't succeed, hide the evidence Last edited by Devilish; 21st February 2012 at 16:45..

22nd February 2012, 21:40	#500
rover54 Retired rover 75 v6 Auto Conn. SE 54 plate LPG and 2006 Rover 75 v6 Auto LPG , 1.8 r75 Manual Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: London Posts: 3,379 Thanks: 0 Thanked 6 Times in 6 Posts	Premium Bumper Like a lot of members who want to fit this bumper, I have two cars that need the premium bumper treatment, I have three bumper of which one has the chrome trim, but it is damaged. This summer I intend to make a patten of the chrome trim and make a GRP mould so I can reproduce them. Chroming is a problem; I am thinking of using mirror chrome heat wrap unless anybody has a better idea. My bumpers have the fog light housings, but there are a lot of bumpers that are bare. I might reproduce the housing in GRP as it looks quite a simple shape to reproduce. The mesh is a problem. The plastic mesh needs injection moulding and is too expensive to manufacture. I might ask Radioguy if he can obtain just the mesh from the MG7, or if they are not available I will look for a good quality mesh. This is one of the last mods I need to do, along with the Marmite lighting. If anybody has any ideas for a good quality mesh, could you let me know. I do remember once seeing a mesh on a Bentley that really sparkled and would look good in place of the black plastic mesh. Last edited by rover54; 22nd February 2012 at 21:41.. Reason: typo error

21st February 2012, 21:15	#496
Lates This is my second home Jaguar XE Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Coventry Posts: 4,321 Thanks: 56 Thanked 59 Times in 55 Posts	I am toying with selling my premium bumper. It is complete with new indicators and new fog lamps, chrome surround, plastic meshes and top trim (internal) There are no internal fixings for the fog lamps so pods would need to be made. I have no idea on the value of this, any ideas ?

21st February 2012, 21:19	#498
Lates This is my second home Jaguar XE Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Coventry Posts: 4,321 Thanks: 56 Thanked 59 Times in 55 Posts	Original MGR in midnight blue