wheels
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wheels
Hi there, new to mgf's and this site, so I hope I am in the right place. I have just purchased an MGF1.8 1999 bright red with cream and red seats. It looks a gem and it is my retirement gift to me. I am finding that the steering 'veres/moves' to the left when driving. Does this mean that I need to get the wheels balanced? Do I have to use a specialist garage? Your advice would be appreciated.
Saksia
Saksia
Re: wheels
Thanks for that, much appreciated
- Mike H
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Re: wheels
And before getting the tracking done, make sure that the hydragas suspension is at the correct height - especially if the car is new to you.
If it needs pumping up, this really is more of a dealer job or garage or enthusiast-who-owns-a-hydragas pump type job.
If it needs pumping up, this really is more of a dealer job or garage or enthusiast-who-owns-a-hydragas pump type job.
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- MaddAussie
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Re: wheels
this might help too, if your car has EPAS fitted
http://www.mgf.ultimatemg.com/group2/co ... /index.htm
http://www.mgf.ultimatemg.com/group2/co ... /index.htm
TF160 - Bilstiens, Mike Satur 4-2-1, Sports Cat, Quad Daytona, Z and F Tuning Phase 2 Remap showing 177Bhp @ Janspeed RR day and a Big Grin (oh and a glass rear screen and bits of shiny stuff) 85th suspension bits to fit!
Re: wheels
cavaddict wrote:Probably means it needs the tracking doing. Is a garage/tyre fitting job really.
Front track is about £35ish or a full 4 wheel track is about £70ish.
REALLY? I got mine done last Friday, front and rear for a total of £20!!! now I know it was getting done on the side but I never thought it would be £70. I had a figure of £40 max in my head. The guy even took me through the whole process when he was doing it and explained all the adjustments he made so I know it was done right, looks like I got a bargain then
BTW I have never paid more than £20 for getting my suspension blown up either and that is legit although I do get a loyalty discount but I read on another MG forum that someone paid £80+ from MIKE SATUR!!!
I sure am glad I stay in the North!
- nigelandjo
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Re: wheels
Paid £54 a couple of weeks ago for 4 wheel laser alignment which included 10% discount.
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- MartinW
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Re: wheels
Depending where you are in the North West, I can help with a suspension pump.
MartinW
No longer a TF owner...sad times
No longer a TF owner...sad times