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TOAF diagnostics tool for the MG ZT and Rover 75

The generally used Testbook T4 produced by Omitec was specially designed software to diagnose and configure MGR cars. The T4 … More

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Model Information: MG ZT : The MG Experience

he MG ZT is an automobile which was produced by MG Rover from 2001 to 2005. It was offered in saloon and estate versions, the latter … More

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MGCC | the MG Car Club

I have just joined the MG Car Club so looking forward to getting involved with some of the centre events … More

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Project Drive

Some interesting reading for those that didn’t already know: “Drive” was a major project within MG Rover Group to significantly … More

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Steering Wheel Rotary Coupler

When I fitted the new steering wheel controls which didn’t cure the problem that I had lost the connection to … More

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Steering Wheel Controls Interface Box

I removed the highline radio to get at the steering controls interface box that connects the steering controls to the … More

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MG ZT & R75 v8 Total Build Data

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New Steering Wheel Controls!

Well I’m still having problems with the steering wheel audio controls. First I replaced the originals with a used from … More

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Centre Accessories Cubby fitted

All fitted and working. I wired the torch and socket to the same power supply on the fuse box in … More

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Centre Cubby Accessory Parts

The central cubby box is made up of bmw parts which I found on eBay. The torch had to be … More

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Battery Disconnect Warning Label

Not really a mod or anything but just a reminder to anyone including myself that may not appreciate the fact … More

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Under Bonnet Fluid Checks

Just a thought to outline the regular checks required under the bonnet. Will need to check the owners handbook as … More

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Rover 75 & MG ZT Owners Club | Data Sheets

Some great “how to” guides on the Rover 75 and MG ZT Owners Club website forum – you may have … More

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Fitting MG7 Mudflaps to the mk1 Rover 75 / MG ZT

The MG7 is the car that the Chinese first produced after MG Rover closed down – it was basically a … More

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My MG ZT Interior Spec Code WSC

WSC – Gunsmoke Grey Alcantara The steering wheel, drivers air bag, centre console, glovebox cover, door card fabric, door card arm … More

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Seat Belt Anchor Bolt Covers

One of the victims of Project Drive were the removal of the seat belt anchor bolt covers. Not greatly noticeable … More

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MG ZT powered by Jet Engine

Can this be the fastest MG Rover ever? A custom rover mg Zt v6 2.5 pick up truck https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/313541997291 Twin … More

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The Devil’s in the Detail

The author of the Two-Sixties blog and his 260 at Aix-les-Bains Why take the trouble? Part of the pleasure of … More

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Cleaning MG ZT Rear Brake Shoes

Even though I replaced the handbrake compensater it did not improve the handbrake efficiency a lot. So the next thing … More

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MG ZT BUYER’S GUIDE | Classics World

The MG ZT was more than a Rover 75 in sports shoes. Much, much more. It was a performance saloon … More

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Dismantling MGZT Steering Wheel Switches – part 3

A while ago I replaced the steering wheel switches that were not working with used replacements I got from eBay. … More

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2021 Auto Zeitung Summer UHP Tyre Test – Tyre Reviews and Tests

The 2021 summer tyre test season is kicking off early, with the excellent team at Auto Zeitung publishing their 10 … More

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MG ZT / R75 Steering Wheel Controls Replacement

Since I have had the car the steering wheel controls have not worked too well. The volume control seemed to … More

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MG ZT 260 | Popular Tyres | Dunlop

I need some new tyres and the only British made tyres are Avon that did not quite come up to … More

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Leak Proofing – Boot Lid Bolts

Someone on one of the 260 forums suggested that the bolts supporting the boot lid may be leaking on his … More

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