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Re: My ZT restoration

Post Number:#46  Post by brianw119 » March 18th, 2017, 2:55

Cheers Paul

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Post Number:#47  Post by Bernard » March 18th, 2017, 9:43

Paul (view post) wrote:On Car SOS the method they use is to slice the belt through along its length (the one on the car. Remove the half closest to the outside of the gear wheels, slip the new belt on in its place, cut of the remaining half of the old belt and slide the new one in to the correct position. This way the timing cannot 'go out'.


That will only work if the existing belt was correctly timed in the first place. About 50% of the engines we have seen lately were timed up incorrectly although I don't think they were still original belts. It is also much easier said than done, even on an 'easy' engine.
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Re: My ZT restoration

Post Number:#48  Post by brianw119 » March 19th, 2017, 4:00

I have started to gather tools and parts to get cracking on car this week. I need to purchase rear coil springs. I have read the code for the springs are found above the rear wheel arch. I have removed all the trim, but cannot see the code.

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Post Number:#49  Post by Duncan » March 19th, 2017, 8:05

Not above the wheel arch. They are under the rear seat cushion. On the left side. You will need to lift the seat cushion and look on the body under the sound deadening/ carpet towards the front edge.
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Post Number:#50  Post by brianw119 » March 21st, 2017, 10:05

Gents, is there an aftermarket ( non OEM) spring I can use, or should I stick to Rimmers?

Thanks again to everyone who has taken the time to answer my many questions.
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Post Number:#51  Post by Duncan » March 21st, 2017, 11:32

Rimmers only have aftermarket (or SLP) parts these days as far as I know. For some parts they ran out of true OEM parts many years ago. I remember ordering a pair for my V6, and they sent only the one, as they were NLA after that.
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Post Number:#52  Post by brianw119 » March 22nd, 2017, 12:43

OK, thanks Duncan

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Post Number:#53  Post by MrDoodles » March 22nd, 2017, 3:50

If it's any help, I bought a generic rear spring for my 190 off eBay, when one broke and it's been fine! :wink:

If you really want to get original spec, then approach a spring making company (Google is your friend) and ask them if they know the difference in specs between an early and late MG ZT! :wink:

If they do, you can be happy that they will make you the correct spec springs to order! :)
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Post Number:#54  Post by brianw119 » May 21st, 2017, 3:46

Today I took the wheels off to start changing pads and discs. Everything is rusty :-(

I removed the brake caliper, and was removing the pad holder, when the head of one the bolts became rounded. I will have to use and angle grinder to cut the boot off.

Also, there seems to be a lot of rust on the rotor , where it meets the CV joint ( I think that's what its called). I think these may need changing. Not sure if the pics are showing the extent of the rustImageImageImage

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Post Number:#55  Post by Duncan » May 21st, 2017, 7:21

Worth investing in some hex sockets rather than the bi hex ones as they do tend to round the heads. You might still get that bolt out even if slightly rounded.
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Post Number:#56  Post by brianw119 » May 21st, 2017, 7:43

Thanks Duncan

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Post Number:#57  Post by kbonney88 » May 26th, 2017, 7:10

As Duncan says.. Hex sockets are much better and give a better grip.. I have a selection now in the important sizes...

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Post Number:#58  Post by brianw119 » August 18th, 2017, 8:21

Chaps, I need some knowledge. I am overhauling my calipers, and there are two red plastic caps in the kit. What are they for ?

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Post Number:#59  Post by brianw119 » August 18th, 2017, 8:22

Unknown part?Image

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Re: My ZT restoration

Post Number:#60  Post by Les4048 » August 19th, 2017, 3:58

brianw119 (view post) wrote:Unknown part?[ Image ]

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Looks like the bleed nipple cover
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