The 75 is a great car modification project to execute. If you do your research then you can create an … More
Category: engine
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
MG ZT V8 Serpentine Belt
Also known as the Auxiliary Belt. I noticed a few days ago that the gap between pulleys 7 & 8 … More
Gunsons Antifreeze Tester
Tested the antifreeze today with my new Gunsons Tester. Easy to use and it appears that the engine is protected … More
Replacement Engine Mountings
Since I’ve had the car I have been disappointed with noise levels during hard acceleration – the” drone/ resonance” noise … More
Centre Exhaust Clamp Replacement
I have been told by a person who knows a lot about these cars that this is a common problem … More
How Long to Warm Up Your Car | Engine Damage Warming Up Car Before Driving?
The long-held notion that you should let your car idle in the cold is only true for carbureted engines. But … More
Battle Of The V8s: Flat-Plane Vs. Cross-Plane | CarBuzz
What’s the difference between these 2 different crankshaft profiles – one American the other generally European – which is better? … More
Symptoms of a Failing Engine Mount
Considering the engine is a mass of moving parts, some vibration is to be expected. To minimize noise, vibration, and … More
Throttle Cable Adjustment!
Having lubricated the throttle cable to take away the “sticking” I checked whether I was getting the full throttle opening … More
Coolant flush and Antifreeze
Well after my previous post where I tested the antifreeze to find it zero and topped it up with the … More
Exhaust System Maintenance
Today’s exhaust systems consist of a lot of expensive parts. There are one or more catalysts, an oxygen sensor, maybe … More
Ford 4.6L 2/3/4-valve V8 Engine specs, problems, reliability, oil, Mustang GT, F-150, Cobra
The Ford 4.6L V8 engine, the first member of Ford’s Modular overhead camshaft engine family in the production, was introduced … More
Accelerator Cable Lubrication
One of the niggles i have with the car is a sticky accelerator. The throttle valve moves smoothly from shut … More
Can You Mix Different Anti-Freeze with Each Other? – Mechanic Base
Many drivers are unsure about mixing the two brands because the ingredients are different. Most antifreeze products use ethylene glycol … More
Testing for Antifreeze
Having only had the car a week or two and the weather getting considerably colder as we head towards winter … More
Review: ‘Proper’ Exhausts for the ZT 260
One of the most evocative aspects of owning a V8 engined car is the intoxicating sound from the exhaust; it … More
MG ZT info mods and maintenance 