We tried to fix everything on this £1500 estate car at Richard Hammond's workshop
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 8 ม.ค. 2022
- You may have seen our £1500 MG ZT-T in our Smallest Cog content, and Mike has decided to bring it back to the workshop to blast through some nippy jobs that are needing done. With one day to tackle a fairly chunky list, Mike and the Greenhouses get to work on our cheap estate car.
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Why are you guys closing down?
@@HMPirates website is closing. Think TH-cam staying going strong
Taking the bumper off is easy. What if people aren't on instigrap? rather biased.
Such a treat to see Neal and the whole crew at the smallest cog doing their thing. Hats off to the camera crew and editors too!
Looks awesome, only thing I’d change is silver wheels over the white.
LOL when he can’t open the thingy on the dash and he says “It’s a bit Rover” I cracked up.
Wow, turned it into a truly groovy car! Really dig the white wheels and the matching green calipers, did a lot to the look of the car 🤙🏽
Nice one mate that ZT-T is looking awesome! White wheels suit it very nicely and clean headlights make a huge difference. Are the brakes the bigger ones from the 190 model you've fitted? If so got the same on one of mine, makes a decent difference. Shame the 160 v6 didn't come with them as standard.
If you're looking for more power, a decent remap and cat back stainless exhaust will give you much better gains than the air intake. The v6 160 is actually detuned from 177hp. The air intake kit you've bought can be fitted to the v6 but you need a 45 degree bend pipe from the throttle body. Some motobuild lowering springs improves cornering nicely as well.
Couple points which may be of help:
There is actually a large access panel on the bulkhead that is removable to give you a lot more access to the rear 3 spark plugs, makes it easy to change them. Took be about 15 mins to change them 3 on my old 190SE ZT-T.
The airbag light being on is a common problem due to the naff connector plugs under the front seats having a poor connection in case you found the warning light to be on after removing the black tape. Some get away with cleaning up the plugs, I personally cut the old plugs off and replace them with new ones and you'll never get a problem with them again. That was the worst attempt at covering up the airbag light I'd ever seen lol! Usually I find them covered up using blutack blocking out the LED for the warning symbols when stripping the clusters for repairs/modifications.
Your new cup holder is actually broken lol the little plastic bit that holds your cup/bottle in the holder on the right hand side of it is broken/missing. Also the cup holders just pop out of that center console section so you could have removed it from your new dash panel and slotted it into your existing one, saving the faff of swapping the whole panel ;) you can actually get one for the driver's side as well but they are rare.
If you haven't done so already when clearing out the plenums, cut off the bottom of the rubber drains to opem them up and prevent them blocking up. You can get plenum guards to stop debree getting into the plenum.
If I had the space I would have been interested in your ZT-T, miss my old v6 tourer. If you fancy any custom bits to jazz it up give us a shout ;)
I've got a V6 ZT and I think I may have that very issue with the airbag warning light. Will look at the plugs under the seats :)
I LOVE MG’s, especially the ZT. I’m 14 so it’s my dream car but because I’m 14 when I can buy one there won’t be as many around.
@@freddieparrydrums There's still plenty about mate. I'd liked the 75 since they first lunched it at the NEC in 1998. I was just turning 6 at the time. I bought my first one at 20 (when insurance got a little cheaper after 2 years NCB). I still have that ZT (it's the monogram flip paint one called typhoon I've uploaded a couple videos of on my page).
There will still be plenty of nice ones out there for when you're ready to buy one.
@@mgrovercustomcarparts4394 That’s an amazing colour. I see you put the V8 exhausts on it? Looks amazing.
@@freddieparrydrums Thank you mate. Yes had a full stainless manifold back duplex system done by MIJ Exhausts back in 2015. Was lucky enough to get hold of a genuine RH heat shield for the bumper. Always preferred that look with tail pipes on both sides on these. My daily driver ZT also has the duplex set up with RS6 style oval tail pipes.
Big brake kit for MG ZT-T in stock! Said no one ever!
Or someone with zt 190 discs and calipers in stock 😂
Probably just bmw E46 brakes. So yeah, basically the most common big brake kit ever.
@@apodski yep E46 330d calipers and carriers are identical to 190's. Disks are different though
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I love these cars, they've aged very well. Have had two and I might have to go back for a third helping.
I'm thinking of going back to an MGR too. Had a few 220ts and a ZR with the T16 turbo conversion. Now they're more of a classic they're appealing again.
Great cars - I sold my V6 to my son last year - took it out for a drive tonight and I now 'need' another....
They are extremely cool. Every time I see a zed I get a warm feeling. Zr t16 is the boss obviously 🤣 but I can see the zt is a super cool thing no doubt.
My only concern about the headlight restoration is whether or not they were coated with a UV protectant after the polishing process. If not, then even in the UK they’ll start to yellow again after several weeks. To my knowledge a clear acrylic lacquer with UV inhibitors should be the final step.
Don't loose any sleep craig
Yes they are /were. They will deteriorate back to, or worse than before very quickly. That flat & polish will be a twice a year gig now.
3M makes a synthetic wax for this purpose. If what you claim about the timeline for oxidation after polishing is true, then this product apparently works wonders as I've used it on several customer vehicles over the years, and generally my customers get at least 2 years before any noticeable hazing forms in the 300+ days-per-year of high-altitude Colorado sun. I've also used 303 Protectant to nearly identical result on my own vehicles, though I find I need to reapply the thinner spray with a cloth around every 6 months to prevent further oxidation. I've never used a lacquer/clearcoat like you mentioned, but I'm confident such a product would have years of durability if cared for properly.
With all the shortcuts they have taken It would be safe to assume they haven't
I didn't do this to my car and they're still bright as ever with no yellowing after 3 years..lucky I guess
Alpha Tauri hat and white rims... perfect combination
You really should have found a sponsor for those run-off tires. It can help on the track too. Also it would worth checking the geometry.
The MG ZT-T looks great. Amazing how much you got done in a single day. I agree those wheels make the car pop.
Poor old chap (I mean the car) For first sight it seems to be the perfect production car. Nice boot, you're not tired when you get out after a 16 hours day, even if the location is 150 miles away, it fits when you are in a hurry etc. But after the 25th time you carry lighting equipment you realise all the carpets are hanging, when you get off the paved road the under armor will scratch everytime, and after a while it will be broken, the suspension wasn't made for film production, etc. Mine experienced all these and much more (the best are the scratches on the hood made by improper rigging) but now it waits for it's restauration hopefully beginning this spring, and after that it can enjoy it's pension years, it really, really earned it.
Great seeing the headlight refurb. Wise words from an experienced chap. I do headlight restorations as part of my car detailing business and its always so rewarding!
What you have really missed is the V8 4.6 litre Ford Mustang engined version.
Relatively rare factory converted to rear wheel drive.
I bought one direct from the MG factory in 2005
Great to see the old cars getting some love. 🇦🇺👍
The headlights part is one thing I'm very happy about with older cars. Glass seems to just remain clear :P
Big up Gtechniq for cleaning the motor. Not sure he had to do the wheels though lol. Just showing off the range I guess
I once had a MGZT and it was a really well engineered car. I put an induction system and SS exhaust and the V6 sounded great. Yes, the scuttles will get blocked with leaves but just pull them out when washing the car. I have some happy memories of that car.
Always liked the look of them. Borrowed one for a day once and came away impressed with the ride and handling.
Glad to see my previous comments where noticed from a previous video on drivetribe restoration. Hammond deserves the business. It just makes sense ☺️
Great stuff, I also like how Mike becomes more and more natural for each segment :D looking forward to the next vid
SO NICE!!!
Every detail is juicy!
That is one very happy MG! Well done, so love the collaboration and shop doggo!!!
I would love to drive this!
A soft cover Haynes manual? The horror!
A paper back copy just ain't British?
Takes 5 minutes to remove the inlet manifold would have saved you some time, airbag light is due to connectors under drivers seat commonly fail. Standard airbox with a panel filter is your best option otherwise it will rob you of power, if you have just brought the cup holder would have been 2 second job wheels and brakes look very nice.
2 bolts to remove bulkhead hatch gives great access to rear plugs, no need to remove inlet manifold 👍
The airbag lights in MG ZT and Rover 75s - they all do that, it's a... err... 'feature'. Usual cause is the connector under the seat corroding. Fix is easy - disconnect, apply electrical connector cleaner. You do need to unbolt the seat for easier access, but that is simple enough.
Great to see more appreciation for these cars here on TH-cam
You need to apply a clear coat/uv protector to the lights after polishing, and/or apply a plastic film. Its not as sunny in the UK as some other places but they will fog up again REAL quickly if you don't put a protective coating on them.
Wow that thing looks great! Amazing work. And Hammonds mechanic is great. You can tell he'd have a solution to any problem you could throw at him.
Access panel on the bulkhead can be removed to access rear spark plugs. Much easier that way!
Was about to say that but it's still easier taking the manifold off gives you chance to clean it as well they tend to get pretty oily
Very useful info thanks. I have a V6 ZT and was planning on getting new plugs for it soon as I've no idea if they've ever been changed.
I agree I'm not a mechanic and it only took me 1/2 an hour to change those back plugs including removing the bulk head panel
This wagon has turned out amazing! I wish we got these here in the US. Coming from the rust belt (western Pennsylvania) I appreciate the love to keep an older car on the road.
Looks amazing, really turned it around in one day. I could do without the 2001 underglow but otherwise looks great.
pretty sure that was just a filming light for the shot
Wow wow wow, what a transformation. Love it.
I would love to see that heater getting fixed as I owned a Rover v6 75 and I had problems with the heater that I could never get solve even after leaving it with rover specialists that mg turned out lovely great posting 😁👍
This car deserves all those fixes to stand as one of the best performance wagons of it's era! Such a forgotten jam!
Jam and jelly type of car?!
Every real KV6 owner is well versed in removing and refitting their inlet manifold.
Tidy car at end love the British racing green 👍 best colour
I wish they sold those in the US.. I love wagons and that looks awesome.
I wish they sold them here.
2028 and you'll be able to import them. You might be able to import the V8 already if you fancy one with a 4.6 Mustang engine in it.
Paul Taylor five hours ago posted here a point about Fuel Tank issues.
Yes, some cars have these.
Depends if its the Diesel BMW engine cars or the MG-Rover K16 and KV6 engine cars. The petrol cars have an in-tank fuel pump and filter. The diesels have fuel pump problems. Both easy inexpensive fixes if you know what to do. More on costs later.
Ten years ago, the very first MG ZT I bought was from a frustrated previous owner who was considering scrapping the thing. It was the MG ZT with the Rover 1.8 K16 Turbocharged engine. He had just filled the tank to the brim and was home when the engine just died. Would not start. That after spending big money on upgraded brakes to get the car through its annual safety and emissions test. That engine trouble was the last straw. He had been professionally advised that repairs would be in the region of ££££/$$$$ four figures. I took a chance and made an offer for it "as is" which he accepted.
Got it to my place on a trailer and investigated the short list of usual suspects systematically. First up. Sparks. OK, big and healthy. Next fuel delivery. Switch on ignition could clearly hear the in-tank fuel pump prime up for a few seconds as they always should do. Still no start. Next, check the fuel lines for evidence of fuel pressure. Only a trickle. Squirting some ( About fifty ML ) of RON 97 Grade Fuel directly into the Inlet manifold via the Brake Servo Vacuum Take Off using a syringe ... immediate start and runs for a few seconds then dies.
Fire up the laptop and check the various MG-Rover enthusiast WEB_SITES. That soon revealed what is known in MG enthusiast circles as the "FOC".. Fabled Orange Clip. It appears the BMW style In-Tank Fuel Filter ( not Pump) is prone to loosen its cap as the miles and years tick by. That means no fuel pressure to the Injectors. Off to my favourite Car "Remove it yourself" Breaker Yard and I soon had access to the In-tank Fuel FILTER on an accident damaged car. As I removed the Filter assembly from the emptied Fuel Tank, I saw an Orange Clip had been fitted to the Filter Assembly. That locks the Lid to body interface so no chance of loosening.
Back to my project car. Not looking forward to working inside the Fuel Tank full of RON 97. Syphoned some off but where can you store 50 litres of the stuff. Fitted the Orange Clip to my car's Filter assembly after carefully realigning the Lid to Filter body in the correct orientation. Fitted the Orange Clip ( I had bought the whole Filter Assembly from the scrap car for £8 ( UKPound about $12 US ) and slipped the Filter Body back into the fuel tank.
Turned the ignition key and and waited for the usual couple~three seconds for the fuel system to prime up. IMMEDIATE start and car been fabulous ever since.
An EIGHT QUID FIX! Win some lose some. Cars, their owners and those "in the trade" can be like that.
I had a ZT 190+ loved never let me down in 8 yrs. I lowered it uprated discs and pads full custom exhaust ,induction kit,
Use something like a car areal to clear the two drain outlets near the skutalpplate
What a transformation! Love it!
Not sure bigger brake discs will stop you quicker - if the original ones can lock up the wheels, then that's all you need. The friction between road and tyre is what determines your stopping distance. On track days, however, bigger discs will dissipate more heat, therefore giving you longer before they fade. Ps, bigger brakes also add to the unsprung weight, and increase the gyroscopic stability of each wheel.
Just my twopenn'orth.
nobody cares
Issue isn’t stopping quicker as much as stock brakes fading incredibly quickly. Bigger brakes like you said last longer on track.
@@zeitgeist2720 I doubt he has ever been on a track before or he wouldn’t have made the post.
When changing the back 3 spark plugs there is a plate on bulkhead which can be removed allowing way more room to change plugs. Makes it really easy
A couple of people have pointed this out and I had no idea. That'll make doing mine a lot easier, thanks :)
Love that green. The alloys suit it in white. Get them cam belts done if no history though as 3 of the beggers on them kv6. But they do sound lurvly when being given full throttle. Should of removed the rear firewall panel to access the rear bank plugs easier. Don't take too much extra time and makes it much easier.
i love there dog :D such a cutie !
Love this, coming from a massive Rover/ MG fan 👍
Season 2 news !!! i needz it ! pls
No wonder the old cup holder was broken 😂
New panel on it and it still doesn’t work, don’t tell the Germans 🤭
Never mind ve have already noticed JAA
It's quite obvious the new one is broken as well. Normally they release with a single press.
@@SpitfireFortyFour I have no problem with mine, smooth as silk
beautifully made video.....especially the editing...pace, music and style.
racing an estate is a thing i love since racing Impreza Wagons in Gran Turismo 1 back in 1998 :)
Nice car! Theyre rare overhere in Holland, but by coincidence one zoomed by yesterday, and they sound lovely. I usually like white wheels but on this one the dark grey was better imo, and the green ledlight.... This car deserves better, and doesnt need gimmicks, its a modern classic.
I've always wanted the 4.6L V8. Or even the ultra rare V8 Supercharged car. But they're super hard to find.
The green LED light was for shooting it, it's not attached to the car!
@@lsear2905 that’s a relief to know 😁👊🏼
@@realMaverickBuckley never knew there was even a supercharged one. Ultimate British estate.
@@richardharrold9736 Even though the MG has a bit strange nose and half the power I still like it better than that Jaaag.... which i forgot about to be honest, but now you mention it 😬
Beautiful transformation...Proper job !
I can't stop staring at the wheels and calipers!!
YAS!!!
Those lights look fantastic. Very cool car!
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Hit me up for a proper set of plates with the smiley rear. Top supplier to the MG Rover scene
This guy basically gets all his cars done up for free
Yeah, who is this guy. Also "Wonder why drivetribe isn't doing as well as we thought it would?...." probs because all we do is watch this guy pedant over all his dull dream cars. What a waste, this channel isn't funny or exciting. It's just lazy. Im unsubscribing. Thanks James
@@zachdavis4597 Yeah this content is just boring. They pushed this channel as being the three top gear guys and then 90% of the content is just this random dude that has to get everyone else to work on his cars for him. They don't even show the work being done in this video, it's just all silly camera shots with awful music on top.
I think the car looks amazing, I also think the white wheels make it look awful
Agree. It’s like wearing a business suit with new white tennis shoes
Well, gold would have been worse.
I would have gone graphite grey for the wheels.
32 years ago you could buy a brand new Rover in British racing green with white wheels. They also caused divided opinion back then!
I would've gone with a dark grey
If Clarkson, Hammond, and May ever feel able to pass the torch along to the next round of presenters for a full up Grand Tour/Top Gear style show/spinoff, Mike needs to be at the top of the list!
Mike, Jonny Smith and Rory Reid would be great, although I'm happy with the Carthrottle boys right now.
I was about to say Rory
Love the camera work and editing. Let's keep this method for all videos
you should make that green underglow light as permanent feature!!! love it!!
Mike, I LOVE THOSE WHEELS (Now just to black out the trim 🥺)
I've never seen one but LOVE it. I'd argue about those rims though 🤮. The white...not for me at all.
Fantastic!
*sucha sick car, definitely keep it green, and those wheels are so firre!!*
gtechniq makes awesome ceramic coatings. C1 crystal lacquer and the Evo over the top has held up for 2 years between coats in the salt belt.
White wheels and Yellowstuff pads 🙂 have fun with the rag!
I wish these were sold in the United States. I love it.
Pay me enough I’ll get one sent over 😁
From 2003 to 2005 these ZTs were available with Ford's Modular 4.6 litre V8 driving the rear wheels but rated at 256HP. A very desirable machine if you can find one.
@@1chish There were a handful of Supercharged cars too. They never quite got to full production as Rover sadly went under.
I know there are at least three cars in the US. Two ZTs and one 75.
Wheels look amazing
The montage edit and filming work is awesome
It looks great!
Love your work 👍
A Ford Mondeo ST200 and an AlphaTauri beanie, Mike is definitely a man of taste
It’s mg
I had a 75 in that colour, it's been the best car I've owned. Very under rated
I just love that wagon 😍😍👍👍
Thats nice. loving the MG
Keep that fella sweet Hammy, He'll help sort you problems and I feel he'll win you work too
First thing that comes to mind with an airbag warning light is the clock spring in the steering wheel, they seem to be the first thing to go on a car of this age.
Green. And it looks fabulous.
Nice job did love my mg zt.
Looks great and nice brake upgrades
Looks great!..I'd love it here in the US
Those white wheels look really nice against that green body. And I wish I’d thought of sanding down my headlights to fix the cloudiness, I just bought new. But the new are much better looking anyways.
Im not generally a fan of estate vehicles but this thing pops now with the white/green/yellow accents. i usually undo the motor mount on transverse v6 engines an jack up on the back a lil it always brings the plugs up just enough.
It's way quicker (and a lot easier) to drop the front bumper and do the lights than mask them up! Did my own Rover 75's like that once. Much better to drop the plastic out of the way!
Spray them with some clear UV resistant lacquer to keep them clear now!
Great job 👏
Someone on eBay had one and upgraded led headlights, touchscreen dash and new speedos and modern wheels. Made it look a lot newer
man those white rims with the green break calipers and the green exterior color looks awesome
Great video mg came up brilliant 👍
That LED at the end truly ruined all the great work they've done
Love my MG ZT-T. Still going strong with 215k
You still got it is it a v6
@@Gman-nb9ge no it’s the diesel. Same engine as the BMW 320d
Would love to see you do a 1974 Buick Estate station wagon!
Love that Brit racing Green
Did you put clearcoat over the headlights to give it uv protection?
Wheels are a bit white! But with the lovely green. They do set it off! I ve liked the mgzt/tt
I LOVE NEIL thanks for helping our man
Looks great, this car.
5:32 Mother's Mag and Aluminum Polish works great of cloudy lights
For anyone else changing the plug, there is a panel you can remove from the bulkhead to give slightly better access.
Very nice car and definitely the proper colour 🇬🇧🇬🇧
10:35 it is a major issue the water drainage, we had a 75 diesel that suffered a catastrophic electrical failure, everything stopped working inside, radiator fan blasting fullspeed with engine off nothing made sense turned out water submerged and corroded the body ECU. Water drains were clogged.
What a great concept! Taking a slightly tired car, and improving various parts of it to make it better. Maybe they could make a series, I even have a catchy name, 'Wheeler Dealers'... what do you mean it's already been done?? LOL