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by hawkstringer
Tue Sep 25, 2012 12:25 pm
Forum: Technical - Sponsored by Brown & Gammons
Topic: Annoying Leak/Drip
Replies: 11
Views: 570

Annoying Leak/Drip

Since buying my F 4 years ago its always leaked from the location shown in the picture Only on the passenger side. I have no idea where the exact point of entry is, I was hoping this may have been a common issue. What I do know is; its not the windows seal. Would appreciate advice before I start str...
by hawkstringer
Tue Sep 25, 2012 11:17 am
Forum: General Board
Topic: Just for information
Replies: 7
Views: 449

Re: Just for information

Most MGF's would strougle after 79 days old ;o) not mine ofcourse. Cant even get it off the drive ;o(
by hawkstringer
Tue Sep 25, 2012 9:55 am
Forum: Technical - Sponsored by Brown & Gammons
Topic: TF 160 rear brakes
Replies: 3
Views: 720

Re: TF 160 rear brakes

I have fitted the ebc turbo groove vented to both front and rear with green stuff pads. And with the big front discs. all seems fine. but i dont race round tracks, definatley improved braking. and yes looks great! Costs a packet though.
by hawkstringer
Tue Sep 25, 2012 9:48 am
Forum: General Board
Topic: Car Cover
Replies: 6
Views: 359

Re: Car Cover

What ever cover you do use. Make sure you car is cleaned very well a good polish and sealant on your paintwork maybe a couple coats of hard wax over that this should then protect from most risk of scratching that a car cover will give. And yes tie it down where possible. If you are not driving the c...
by hawkstringer
Tue Sep 25, 2012 9:36 am
Forum: Technical - Sponsored by Brown & Gammons
Topic: silly question
Replies: 5
Views: 445

Re: silly question

On the front I place mine under the mounting brackets of the anti-roll bar they are a nice fit. And will not obstruct too much. Are you cleaning up and undersealing?
by hawkstringer
Tue Sep 25, 2012 9:17 am
Forum: Technical - Sponsored by Brown & Gammons
Topic: Drivers Side Front Wing
Replies: 6
Views: 508

Re: Drivers Side Front Wing

Thanks Rob Great advice I will certainl do that. I may even throw some more protective paint/stone chip or whatever within these "crud traps", This is almost certainly the cause of the rust in the first place. Best to get it now before its too late! Rob you seem to know the mgf inside out. What are ...
by hawkstringer
Thu Sep 20, 2012 7:08 pm
Forum: Midlands (Heart of England)
Topic: Anybody in Nottingham ?
Replies: 12
Views: 2118

Re: Anybody in Nottingham ?

Hi I live in mansfield and always happy for someone with know how to give me free hand maybe get a bacon sandwhich and a cup of tea. got some work to do on my brakes over the next couple of weeks and alternator change, would appreciate any input. Poor student you see cant even afford road tax this y...
by hawkstringer
Wed Sep 19, 2012 5:39 pm
Forum: Technical - Sponsored by Brown & Gammons
Topic: mgf handbrake
Replies: 7
Views: 505

Re: mgf handbrake

quite, I think mine is related to fitting green stuff ebc brakes I will take a look tomorrow. hope its not hand brake cable replacement!!!
by hawkstringer
Wed Sep 19, 2012 1:16 pm
Forum: Technical - Sponsored by Brown & Gammons
Topic: mgf handbrake
Replies: 7
Views: 505

Re: mgf handbrake

Did you get the handbrake sorted? I need to look at mine its loose as you know what virtually no bite whatsoever.
by hawkstringer
Tue Sep 18, 2012 8:37 pm
Forum: Technical - Sponsored by Brown & Gammons
Topic: New HGF and still overheating
Replies: 8
Views: 1097

Re: New HGF and still overheating

Sorry, what I meant is a few people from another members club, had the headgasket on the vvc keep failing 3 times in a year for one chap. But they were overworking it before getting it up to temp. Also think they were a bit heavy footed. :0)
by hawkstringer
Tue Sep 18, 2012 7:34 pm
Forum: Technical - Sponsored by Brown & Gammons
Topic: New HGF and still overheating
Replies: 8
Views: 1097

Re: New HGF and still overheating

I had an issue where the fan would not come on. Was not the stat, I took it to an auto-electrician who traced the fault to a relay. (£35 quid) As well as this I have flushed my coolant twice in the past 4 years, and refilled 50/50, coolant first. Let the engine up to temp and left the expansion cap ...
by hawkstringer
Tue Sep 18, 2012 7:22 pm
Forum: Technical - Sponsored by Brown & Gammons
Topic: Drivers Side Front Wing
Replies: 6
Views: 508

Drivers Side Front Wing

Hi all,

I will soon be removing Drivers side front wing and possibly passenger side as well for respray and some underseal work.

While the wing is off are then any other jobs I might want to do??? maintenance etc... Please let me know.

thanks
by hawkstringer
Tue Sep 18, 2012 7:18 pm
Forum: Welcome
Topic: Newb
Replies: 5
Views: 426

Re: Newb

I live in mansfield so if any local meetings that anyone knows of I would be happy to come along.
by hawkstringer
Tue Sep 18, 2012 3:38 pm
Forum: Members Classifieds
Topic: MGF Side Vent Scoops
Replies: 66
Views: 10259

Re: MGF Side Vent Scoops

just joined the forum today and seen these scoops. I think they are awesome!!!!!

where to buy??
by hawkstringer
Tue Sep 18, 2012 3:25 pm
Forum: Welcome
Topic: Newb
Replies: 5
Views: 426

Newb

Hi all,

Neil here new to the forum, been hunting for a decent forum that specifically deals mainly with MGF. I have had my '98 mgf for 4 years now and done plenty of work on it but it seems to be a never ending task.. Hoping that some members can help me out with various bits and bobs.