Reverse Gear

AyB · Post by **AyB** » Fri Dec 18, 2009 4:27 pm

I seem to be having a slight problem engaging reverse gear. Reading the handbook it would appear that this gear has no synchromesh. Not a problem, I just pause a few seconds and then I can shift into gear most of the time. On certain occasions the gear lever feels like it is "in" but when lifting the clutch a horrible grinding/whirring sound is heard.

Is there a knack to engaging reverse or am I looking at something more sinister

I have been told that by dropping the clutch, moving the gear lever into third and then into reverse helps this problem, which I have tried with some success.

Maybe this is another quirky feature of MGF's.

Any comments would be appreciated.

apttony · Post by **apttony** » Fri Dec 18, 2009 4:57 pm

Hi Ayb,

I have been told that by dropping the clutch, moving the gear lever into third and then into reverse helps this problem, which I have tried with some success

Yes, stick it into another gear, nudge the car a lttle, and then try reverse again. It's a common quirk.

As a side issue, have you checked the gearbox oil level at all?

Tony

AyB · Post by **AyB** » Fri Dec 18, 2009 5:37 pm

apttony wrote:Hi Ayb,

I have been told that by dropping the clutch, moving the gear lever into third and then into reverse helps this problem, which I have tried with some success
Yes, stick it into another gear, nudge the car a lttle, and then try reverse again. It's a common quirk.

As a side issue, have you checked the gearbox oil level at all?

Tony

Thanks for your reply. Perhaps it's not as bad as I first thought.
The car had a full service before I picked it up but I must say that I have not really checked anything, apart from oil and water.

On another point............where can I obtain a workshop manual. The usual source, Haynes does not appear to produce one.

apttony · Post by **apttony** » Fri Dec 18, 2009 5:47 pm

On another point............where can I obtain a workshop manual. The usual source, Haynes does not appear to produce one.

You're right - Haynes don't do one.

What you can get, either in paper form or on CD, is the Rover Workshop Manual. Admin Edit: Please see Rule 2 above in reference to the CD versions or even a Rover Dealer (might be more expensive there!)

AyB · Post by **AyB** » Fri Dec 18, 2009 5:49 pm

Cheers............I'm on to it.

Keith Williams · Post by **Keith Williams** » Fri Dec 18, 2009 6:21 pm

AyB wrote: On another point............where can I obtain a workshop manual. The usual source, Haynes does not appear to produce one.

Check out the MGF Register online shop http://www.mgfregister.org/shop/29-mgf- ... anual.html for the manual. MGF TF manual is also available too. You can also pick up both at a show the MGF Register is at on the regalia stand to save the postage if you prefer.

James Curgenven · Post by **James Curgenven** » Fri Dec 18, 2009 7:12 pm

The CD version is only available through (I believe) Rimmer Brothers, the copies you see on ebay are illegal copies which the register will not recommend you purchase.

Please see Rule 2 in the clearly visible Forum Rules above.

AyB · Post by **AyB** » Fri Dec 18, 2009 7:35 pm

James Curgenven wrote:The CD version is only available through (I believe) Rimmer Brothers, the copies you see on ebay are illegal copies which the register will not recommend you purchase.

Please see Rule 2 in the clearly visible Forum Rules above.

I take it that the CD version on ebay infringes copyright of the original?

James Curgenven · Post by **James Curgenven** » Fri Dec 18, 2009 7:47 pm

AyB wrote:
James Curgenven wrote:The CD version is only available through (I believe) Rimmer Brothers, the copies you see on ebay are illegal copies which the register will not recommend you purchase.

Please see Rule 2 in the clearly visible Forum Rules above.
I take it that the CD version on ebay infringes copyright of the original?

Correct. Unless you've bought it from an MGR Dealer Authorised to sell them on, it's copyright infringement and thus a big no-no.

AyB · Post by **AyB** » Fri Dec 18, 2009 7:56 pm

Not sure if there is a MG dealer in Suffolk/Norfolk.

AyB · Post by **AyB** » Fri Dec 18, 2009 8:21 pm

AyB wrote:Not sure if there is a MG dealer in Suffolk/Norfolk.

Good news............just found one in Norwich.

Charless · Post by **Charless** » Fri Dec 18, 2009 8:53 pm

The best gear to select before reverse is 2nd or 4th not 3rd, for general peace and quiet. The clutch not being fully depressed (eg seat too far back, wrong shoes) or a gear cable out of adjustment can also make for a bit of a noise. But the PG1 is notorious for noisey reverse engagement, your skeletal avatar suggests you might remember double declutching - that can help, but not completely eradicate, the issue too!

AyB · Post by **AyB** » Fri Dec 18, 2009 9:11 pm

Hi Charles,I will certainly try your recommendations, and yes you are quite right, I do remember double clutching!! That takes me back to my Mini days (the original mini) and Triumph Herald fun.

I guess practice makes perfect. I love these cars, so much more fun than Japanese.

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