Fitting Power fold Mirrors . . . .

Robertmgz · 24th October 2015, 19:55

Hi Guys

Looking for some opinions / advice - is it worth fitting power fold mirrors to my zt ? how difficult would this be ? this is my first zt - thanks

klarzy · 24th October 2015, 21:07

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Originally Posted by Robertmgz

Hi Guys

Looking for some opinions / advice - is it worth fitting power fold mirrors to my zt ? how difficult would this be ? this is my first zt - thanks

You need the right loom, the button pack and 2 mirrors.
I have often heard that getting the wiring through the door gators is the hardest part... just getting one cable through is a PITA let alone a bunch with plugs on the ends...

doors off job really...

steve-45 · 24th October 2015, 22:00

I seem to remember someone once saying that later cars have a standardised loom that incorporates most of the options.

Any truth in that ?

Robertmgz · 24th October 2015, 23:47

If the loom was there that be easier - am just looking for ways to up spec mine as its base level trim

Dragrad · 25th October 2015, 00:21

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Originally Posted by Robertmgz

If the loom was there that be easier - am just looking for ways to up spec mine as its base level trim

How basic ?

Not that knowledgeable on ZTs, but if you have rear wind up windows (Classic equivalent) then the loom probably does not exist, and you will need to take an alternative method to fit Power Folds. As said it can be done, but it is path I decided against...

Falcon Flyer · 25th October 2015, 01:11

Apparently some members have found their cars already have the looms fitted.....I'm guessing there was shortfall on the production line or a simple error.

In any case it should be quite easy to check. Remove the control panel and see if there is a (IIRC 2wire?) spare plug floating around......

Robertmgz · 25th October 2015, 02:27

My ZT has factory fit sunroof and electric windows all round - i just fancy up specing - suggestions have been made about fitting a set of full leather electric seats / powerfold mirrors etc - have previously had zr / zs most stuff on those is simple to add

stevenicks · 25th October 2015, 04:40

Also the doors are quite heavy so you are going to need another pair of hands to assist you.

Chuckles · 25th October 2015, 04:43

Don't know about ZT's, but I fitted Powerfolds, and found the main loom to the door all there and OK just had to add the loom from the mirror and switches.
Just make sure you have all the wires before you start.
It is not difficult just be methodical!

Ched · 25th October 2015, 08:28

I retrofitted power folds to my zt , I'm lucky that my car had a loom fitted that would allow all the factory extras to be fitted.
The hardest part is the door connectors but if you loosen the wings and remove the 2 lower bolts it will pull out enough to get at them, easier than removing the door 😀
When you've reconnected it cover the exposed parts of the connector in grease or Vaseline,you'll see that it already is but add a bit of extra.
Other than that a pretty straight forward job but can be time consuming if you do it carefully.

24th October 2015, 19:55	#1
Robertmgz Newbie MG ZT Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: croydon Posts: 3 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Fitting Power fold Mirrors . . . . Hi Guys Looking for some opinions / advice - is it worth fitting power fold mirrors to my zt ? how difficult would this be ? this is my first zt - thanks

25th October 2015, 01:11	#6
Falcon Flyer Gets stuck in R75 CDTi Auto Conn SE Mk1 Saloon Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Crowthorne, Berkshire Posts: 665 Thanks: 190 Thanked 64 Times in 54 Posts	Apparently some members have found their cars already have the looms fitted.....I'm guessing there was shortfall on the production line or a simple error. In any case it should be quite easy to check. Remove the control panel and see if there is a (IIRC 2wire?) spare plug floating around...... __________________ The only 75 with a non-factory fitted, factory fitted sunroof!!!!

25th October 2015, 04:40	#8
stevenicks This is my second home MG ZT 180 Auto / Rover 75 2.0 Diesel Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Brecon. Posts: 7,465 Thanks: 3,297 Thanked 1,666 Times in 1,264 Posts	Also the doors are quite heavy so you are going to need another pair of hands to assist you. __________________ "You're Not Laughing Now Are You?" Steve

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Chuckles Gets stuck in NOW a Club Tourer was 1999 - 75 2.0Ltr Connoisseur SE petrol Saloon Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Iwerne Minster, Dorset Posts: 552 Thanks: 63 Thanked 54 Times in 47 Posts	Don't know about ZT's, but I fitted Powerfolds, and found the main loom to the door all there and OK just had to add the loom from the mirror and switches. Just make sure you have all the wires before you start. It is not difficult just be methodical! __________________ Chuck Nth. Dorset. UK Membership #1896 Don't take life so seriously.... it is not permanent!

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24th October 2015, 22:00	#3
steve-45 This is my second home Rover 75 Saloon CDTi Join Date: Oct 2015 Location: Belvedere Posts: 4,076 Thanks: 108 Thanked 1,089 Times in 774 Posts	I seem to remember someone once saying that later cars have a standardised loom that incorporates most of the options. Any truth in that ?

24th October 2015, 23:47	#4
Robertmgz Newbie MG ZT Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: croydon Posts: 3 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	If the loom was there that be easier - am just looking for ways to up spec mine as its base level trim

25th October 2015, 02:27	#7
Robertmgz Newbie MG ZT Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: croydon Posts: 3 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	My ZT has factory fit sunroof and electric windows all round - i just fancy up specing - suggestions have been made about fitting a set of full leather electric seats / powerfold mirrors etc - have previously had zr / zs most stuff on those is simple to add

25th October 2015, 08:28	#10
Ched I really should get out more....... MG ZT V8, MGZT 135 derv ,MG TF 135 Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Romsey Posts: 2,293 Thanks: 553 Thanked 573 Times in 385 Posts	I retrofitted power folds to my zt , I'm lucky that my car had a loom fitted that would allow all the factory extras to be fitted. The hardest part is the door connectors but if you loosen the wings and remove the 2 lower bolts it will pull out enough to get at them, easier than removing the door 😀 When you've reconnected it cover the exposed parts of the connector in grease or Vaseline,you'll see that it already is but add a bit of extra. Other than that a pretty straight forward job but can be time consuming if you do it carefully.