Trick is not to remove all the thread - I don't remember the length of the threaded section off the top of my head, but it is more than sufficient. I reckon you'll be able to knock off a good 25mm without difficulty.
And yes, a hacksaw. It takes a while, but it will go through.
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- Thu Mar 24, 2011 2:47 pm
- Forum: General Board
- Topic: Knobs to you
- Replies: 9
- Views: 765
- Thu Mar 24, 2011 1:44 pm
- Forum: Technical - Sponsored by Brown & Gammons
- Topic: mgf exhaust heat shields
- Replies: 32
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Re: mgf exhaust heat shields
Bolts visible in the above picture are the cam cover bolts as Richard says.
- Thu Mar 24, 2011 1:42 pm
- Forum: Technical - Sponsored by Brown & Gammons
- Topic: Oil Change
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- Views: 1937
Re: Oil Change
Nice one
Mind you, really not that hard to pop off the engine cover - I tend to follow the same method that Tim used: http://www.mgf.ultimatemg.com/group2/DI ... change.htm - but there again, if you can use the existing remote filler neck, why not?
Mind you, really not that hard to pop off the engine cover - I tend to follow the same method that Tim used: http://www.mgf.ultimatemg.com/group2/DI ... change.htm - but there again, if you can use the existing remote filler neck, why not?
- Thu Mar 24, 2011 1:37 pm
- Forum: Technical - Sponsored by Brown & Gammons
- Topic: F sounds like a beetle
- Replies: 29
- Views: 1779
Re: F sounds like a beetle
It's the lower cable - YBD101250. http://www.rimmerbros.co.uk/Item--i-GRID000061 You're right, not cheap! Last time I replaced mine, I am sure I did pay that much! Mind you, that was before MG Rover went belly-up...
- Thu Mar 24, 2011 12:26 pm
- Forum: Members Classifieds
- Topic: Exhaust Manifold or advice to fix it... and support bracket
- Replies: 7
- Views: 643
Re: Exhaust Manifold or advice to fix it... and support brac
I'll see whether I can track down a manifold Richard - it may be burried in the garden shed... I'll let you know!
- Thu Mar 24, 2011 11:36 am
- Forum: Members Classifieds
- Topic: Rear light protective covers - MG F / TF
- Replies: 16
- Views: 2884
Re: Rear light protective covers - MG F / TF
Ooooohhh!!! Those! Sorry, didn't twig earlier.
- Thu Mar 24, 2011 11:31 am
- Forum: General Board
- Topic: MG6 VIP Launch Event
- Replies: 35
- Views: 3482
Re: MG6 VIP Launch Event
The Chinese-owned company made the decision last week to wind up production of the TF. It blames dwindling demand and component supply problems for invalidating the business case for the car. Interesting that this has only just been made official; it must be at least 6 months since the last TF was ...
- Thu Mar 24, 2011 11:19 am
- Forum: General Board
- Topic: Oh B****r!!!
- Replies: 41
- Views: 2866
Re: Oh B****r!!!
Sounds very reasonable! Wouldn't help in a rear impact, unless you had split screen and a second camera pointing to the rear?
- Thu Mar 24, 2011 11:16 am
- Forum: General Board
- Topic: white alloy wheels
- Replies: 38
- Views: 2815
Re: white alloy wheels
Annoyingly, I was going to paint a set of 5-spoke alloys white, only to discover that some theiving scum bag had stolen them. So I haven't done it. So I don't have the picture to show you. IMO 5-spoke wheels would look pretty good in white. The MPi Mk1 6-spoke alloys would look a bit clumsy I think ...
- Thu Mar 24, 2011 11:12 am
- Forum: General Board
- Topic: Knobs to you
- Replies: 9
- Views: 765
Re: Knobs to you
You could fit a Mk2 (MY2000 or TF) gear lever. To do this involves removal of the seat(s), centre console trim and then the gear lever assembly. It's not too hard, but let's face it, a lot easier to cut an inch off the top of the existing lever. The alternative is to use an after market gear knob th...
- Thu Mar 24, 2011 11:04 am
- Forum: Technical - Sponsored by Brown & Gammons
- Topic: F sounds like a beetle
- Replies: 29
- Views: 1779
Re: F sounds like a beetle
Most common area of failure is at the gearbox end - I wouldn't want to invest in buying the complete set. If you disconnect the cable at the gearbox, the fractured segment (often just a couple of centimetres long) will just fall out, and you'll have the diagnosis confirmed. And then buy the new part...
- Thu Mar 24, 2011 10:57 am
- Forum: Technical - Sponsored by Brown & Gammons
- Topic: MGF battery drain solved
- Replies: 7
- Views: 7278
Re: MGF battery drain solved
There are companies out there who can repair surface mount components on PCBs like this - I posted the information on one regarding the repair of the Pektron body (security) control unit. Not sure that they have experience with with the motorola MEMS, but it won't be beyond their capabilities
- Wed Mar 23, 2011 9:00 pm
- Forum: Members Classifieds
- Topic: mgf tf mike satur complete rear quad lights
- Replies: 26
- Views: 2008
Re: mgf tf mike satur complete rear quad lights
For anyone wanting to know what these look like (not pimmles1's car I don't think?), see image below:
- Wed Mar 23, 2011 8:55 pm
- Forum: Members Classifieds
- Topic: FOR SALE MGF HOOD * BRAND NEW * £250
- Replies: 5
- Views: 733
Re: FOR SALE MGF HOOD * BRAND NEW * £250
Absolutely - could be of interest to someone! I already have one of these squirrelled away (as you do).
- Wed Mar 23, 2011 8:53 pm
- Forum: Members Classifieds
- Topic: Exhaust Manifold or advice to fix it... and support bracket
- Replies: 7
- Views: 643
Re: Exhaust Manifold or advice to fix it... and support brac
Support bracket is not absolutely essential.
I have a 4-stud down pipe with the lambda boss. Currently an old spark plug screwed into it. I think that I may have a four stud exhaust manifold too - I'll have a look for you.
I have a 4-stud down pipe with the lambda boss. Currently an old spark plug screwed into it. I think that I may have a four stud exhaust manifold too - I'll have a look for you.
- Wed Mar 23, 2011 8:43 pm
- Forum: Members Classifieds
- Topic: Rear light protective covers - MG F / TF
- Replies: 16
- Views: 2884
Re: Rear light protective covers - MG F / TF
Excuse my ignorance, but what are "protective rear light covers"? Not seen these before?
- Wed Mar 23, 2011 8:41 pm
- Forum: Members Classifieds
- Topic: MGF Wanted
- Replies: 5
- Views: 531
Re: MGF Wanted
Nice one - do let us know!jonthevicar wrote:I think I may have found one....
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- Wed Mar 23, 2011 8:39 pm
- Forum: Members Classifieds
- Topic: 2000 MG MGF SILVER Convertible
- Replies: 6
- Views: 580
Re: 2000 MG MGF SILVER Convertible
It's a nice example - and it looks as though tr03bor has had a couple of offers already. Good luck! As this is a free ads section, I don't really see why people can't come on here to advertise. I think the projects appeal to many of us already with one car, but some people may come onto owners' foru...
- Wed Mar 23, 2011 8:34 pm
- Forum: Members Classifieds
- Topic: Some bits needed to bring Millie back!
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- Views: 557
Re: Some bits needed to bring Millie back!
I've also got a HAM boot lid, and might be able to help with the sun visor (if driver's side? I did have a spare passenger side, but that's now u/s thanks to 3 year old son...) Potentially got a couple of spare door hinges (in good condition from donor car) Have a spare down pipe (early 4-stud fitti...
- Wed Mar 23, 2011 8:08 pm
- Forum: Technical - Sponsored by Brown & Gammons
- Topic: mgf exhaust heat shields
- Replies: 32
- Views: 3305
Re: mgf exhaust heat shields
Yes, there are two either side of the exhaust manifold, and there is another between the boot floor and the back box. My car has none of these, and I've never had any problems - MoT or otherwise. Boot gets a little warm though. And I should get around to fitting one to protect the alternator at leas...