MGZT260 Alternatie Sump plug

I’ll remember this for the next time I do an oil change. Looks like it comes with copper washer …. … More

Air filter replacement

The air filter has to be replaced every 30k miles,  my car has done 24k so considering I’m doing an … More

Oil change and service reminder reset

A station forward job south easy access to filter and sump plug once the engine under cover is removed. I … More

Top 5 Ford 4.6 Performance Upgrades – Intakes, headers, pulleys

The Ford 4.6 is a great engine for modding. No matter what model you have, just a few upgrades can … More

How to Supercharge the 4.6 Mustang Engine

An interesting video not that I’m thinking of super charging https://youtu.be/vp_vrcgKSBU?si=tTY8pQvRCmLeo_QL

Tuning the Rover 75 and best 75 performance parts | TorqueCars

The 75 is a great car modification project to execute. If you do your research then you can create an … More

MGZT 260 to 300 upgrade

I read recently on one of the 260 V8 forums that the easiest way to get to 300 bhp from … More

Spunagain’s MG ZT 260 Upgrades page

There are a number of performance upgrades for the ZT260 it really depends on the depth of your pockets. Here … More

Mustang Underdrive Pulleys | Steeda & ASP

Steeda’s underdrive pulleys slow down accessory speed by about 25% reducing parasitic accessory drag on the engine. This drag reduction … More

V8 Air filter mod

There are suggestions on recent facebook posts that the air filter nose located on the drivers side wing restricts air … More

75mm Throttle Body

These are for sale via the TwoSixties website and other sources but think I would rather pay a premium from … More

Mustang Idle Air Control Restrictor Plate

I’ve not actually fitted this device but based on reviews it makes the revs drop quicker when releasing the accelerater … More

Spunagain’s MG ZT 260 Heater hose page

This is a good article from the spunagain website about the vulnerable heater pipe that has a tendency to split. … More

Rover 75 V8/MG ZT260 Exhaust System | Rimmer Bros

I had to replace no5 as the original was rusted and leaking. This was done by Austin Garages at the … More

MGZT 260 / Mustang 4.6 SOHC Harmonic Balancer Replacement

I was a bit concerned how rusty the harmonic balancer / vibration damper was and the rubber bonding looked dry … More

What Does A Harmonic Balancer Do? – Mechanic Assistant

Although harmonic balancers are an essential component of any engine, what exactly do they do? Is it necessary to have … More

Rev Counter Marking on my MG ZT

Not suggesting that everyone should do this but it works for me. I have placed 3 colour coded stickers beside … More

Ford 4.6 Modular V8 Guide: A Key Piece of the Ford Modular V8 Family | Lethal Performance

It’s a common misconception that the Ford Modular V8 is called that because its parts are easily swappable. Nope, that’s … More

Ford Modular Engine Identification Guide – DIY Ford

The next level of engine ID is the engine tag. The engine tag includes information on engine calibration, date of … More

The Ford 4.6L (281 CID) Engine – ADTR

The modular motor was originally introduced back in 1991 in the Lincoln Town Car applications, though it wasn’t until 1996 … More

Ford 4.6 Modular V8 Guide: A Key Piece of the Ford Modular V8 Family | Lethal Performance

Ford invested a lot of cash into the engine’s development, so they had to make sure it paid off. The … More

Ford 4.6L 2/3/4-valve V8 Engine Specs, Problems, Reliability as used in Mustang GT, F-150, Cobra and MG ZT 260

Ford’s Modular 4.6 V8 has earned a highly positive reputation amongst owners in terms of reliability and longevity. The engine … More

How to Jump-Start a car

To perform a Jump Start on the car is an important technique that you definitely have to prepare yourself for … More

Fitting New Auxillary Belt

I’ve been waiting for an improvement in the weather to replace the auxiliary belt (or serpentine belt as it’s also … More

MG-ZT (2001 – 2005) engine oil capacity – Oilchange

Reference chart for oil capacities for the MG ZT range of engines. MG-ZT (2001 – 2005) engine oil capacity For … More