Hi all
After a couple of years dithering about whether to take the plunge or not, I treated myself to a 2001 1.8 MPi.
It wasn't much to look at but it was cheap and I let my heart rule my head.
After a few days I realised that it handled like a pig and there had to be something seriously wrong, and resorted to Google to check what the problem might be.
My search led me here and after trawling through the wealth of knowledge it became clear that the 16" rims weren't standard so they had to go.
Now it sits on a set of 15" V spokes and its totally transformed the handling.
So thanks to everyone that has posted here and saved me from a total mental breakdown.
All that remains now is a few cosmetic touches........
Newbie in Wokingham
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- M6VLR
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Newbie in Wokingham
I don't read nothin' in scripture that says thou shall not put the pedal to the metal
- Keith Williams
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Re: Newbie in Wokingham
Welcome to the MGF Register forum
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1998 MGF VVC, 2001 Trophy 160 & 2013 MG6 GT TSE
- Worzel
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Re: Newbie in Wokingham
Welcome to the forum of the MGF Register, as you've already discovered, a wealth of knowledge is on here.
Glad you're enjoying your F, amazing what a drive in the rain can lead to.....
And so much easier than 2 wheels, or some cases, three
Glad you're enjoying your F, amazing what a drive in the rain can lead to.....
And so much easier than 2 wheels, or some cases, three
Ian "Worzel" Wright
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- Mykel
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Re: Newbie in Wokingham
Ian ?Worzel wrote:… or some cases, three
MGTF:
2004 TF 135 in Monogram Spectre, black leather, RHD
MGZR:
2001 ZR 160 in Solar Red, LHD, LPG conv
Classic:
1972 MG Midget MkIII RWA in Blaze Red
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2004 TF 135 in Monogram Spectre, black leather, RHD
MGZR:
2001 ZR 160 in Solar Red, LHD, LPG conv
Classic:
1972 MG Midget MkIII RWA in Blaze Red
MGF Register regional rep for Germany -- germany@mgfregister.org
- M6VLR
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Re: Newbie in Wokingham
Mykel wrote:Ian ?Worzel wrote:… or some cases, three
I think Ian may be referring to my love of trikes..................
I don't read nothin' in scripture that says thou shall not put the pedal to the metal