26/04/2009 08:00:29 Tim Guy For the last two years I've run an MGF/TF servicing day through the .org forum. I'm not too frequent a visitor there at the moment but still keen to help people understand their F/TF and to be able to do their own routine servicing, swap experience of jobs done etc. This year I'm using this MGoT Pit Lane forum to organise the 'Who's coming' list. The day will be a similar format to previous years with hopefully something like 20-30 cars turning up. It is really focussed on people with little knowledge who want to learn but we need a mix of people who know how to service and people who want to learn to make this day successful. Anyway its a good excuse to get together and talk. [B]Objectives :-[/B] 1) To encourage those that haven't, to get the access panel off their engine bay and find out just how easy it is to have a look-see. 2) To help and guide people through DIYing the basic servicing of their own car on the day and learn how to do those little MGF specific jobs. Oil change, Plugs, Leads, filters, disks, pads, brake fluid, lube, Gear Oil, etc. 3) To sort out peoples minor problems. 4) To help each other and pass on tips and demonstrations of those quirky MG proceedures. 5) To have a blast and get to know each other. [B]Location[/B] :- My office Car Park, 10 Whittle Road, Dorset BH21 7RU. (Watch your spoiler on the little dip entering the car park). I'll open the office for tea making, shelter, lounging etc. [B]Date :-[/B] 13th June from 9:00 until we've all had enough. We'll probably get a Barbie going at some point. If there are enough people staying over, no reason that this can't go on until quite late [IMG]http://forums.mg-rover.org/images/smilies/wink.gif[/IMG] Do people want to bring their own stuff or shall we chip in and pop up to Sainsbury's. Tea, coffee milk etc will already be at the office but bring anything else you want to drink. We will have 240V Electric and Compressed Air but unfortunately the outside tap is no more so we're down to buckets for any detailing work. Tools:- Bring what you have or can fit into your MGF/TF. Helpful if you have axle stands. If you're bringing fluids ie oil, make sure you have something to put the old stuff in to take back home. I will bring a fairly comprehensive set including Manual, meters, OBD II scanner and a few special tools which you may borrow. - So long you put them back when you're finished with them. Liability - None. Its all at your own risk. If you bugger your car or someone does it for you - bad luck. Insurance - None Event Cost :- Nowt. Hope to see you there - Tim Guy

26/04/2009 08:02:23 Tim Guy So let's get the who's coming list off the ground, copy and paste the list into a new post as you add your name please. :- [B]Who's Coming and what do you want out of it.[/B] Tim Guy. - Somewhat experienced. Willing to help others service their car.

26/04/2009 10:01:20 gotenks1321 Hurray for Tim!!! [IMG]http://forums.mg-rover.org/images/smilies/notworthy.gif[/IMG] Hope you and Fran are keeping well [IMG]http://forums.mg-rover.org/images/smilies/smile.gif[/IMG] I'll be hopefully coming along again, was talking to Paul aka Technozen about last year just last weekend funnily enough [IMG]http://forums.mg-rover.org/images/smilies/lol.gif[/IMG] [IMG]http://forums.mg-rover.org/images/smilies/biggrin.gif[/IMG] Just got to work out if it's a weekend I've got Marc or not. I may have my PRT to fit if I don't get on with it beforehand as well as a bunch of other bits [IMG]http://forums.mg-rover.org/images/smilies/fing02.gif[/IMG] Don't suppose you've got a hydragas pump have ya' [IMG]http://forums.mg-rover.org/images/smilies/wink.gif[/IMG] Just copied from .org as I didn't read the last bit properly :o

26/04/2009 10:11:08 Tim Guy Hi Dan, hope you can make it :) Yes, do invite Paul (and his testbook scanner kit ;) ) I'm not sure where he lurks at the moment.

26/04/2009 10:48:11 MG_CHIC I'd LOVE to come along if possible!!! [IMG]http://forums.mg-rover.org/images/smilies/wooman.gif[/IMG] It would be so awesome to learn how to service my girl! Unfortunately I'm not really able to offer any MG related advice being a bit of a girly girl but can offer the following: 1) Fashion advice 2) Advice in reptile husbandry 3) I can chat about Lord of the Rings for the next 10 years or so 4) Oooh... and I can bring along food & an obscene amount of booze I imagine most people will opt for no.4 Oh if there's anything else you think I might be useful for let me know! Thanks for organising this Balrog - sorry just sounds more awesome than Tim!!!! [IMG]http://forums.mg-rover.org/images/smilies/piratebang.gif[/IMG] [IMG]http://forums.mg-rover.org/images/smilies/kara.gif[/IMG] Kara x

26/04/2009 19:05:23 Mike Hall Sorry Tim. Love to join you, but Le Mans weekend :D :D :D

26/04/2009 20:11:30 Tim Guy [B]Who's Coming and what do you want out of it.[/B] Tim Guy. - Somewhat experienced. Willing to help others service their car. Dan (Gotenks) Kara (MG Chic)

26/04/2009 20:46:06 vvc steve [quote=Balrog][B]Who's Coming and what do you want out of it.[/B] Tim Guy. - Somewhat experienced. Willing to help others service their car. Dan (Gotenks) Kara (MG Chic)[/quote] Hi Tim, Steve ( vvc Steve ). A little experience,willing to help others,can bring hydralastic pump and other tools if needed. Steve

26/04/2009 20:56:27 hainsie Ok, registered here now, so count me in. I can help with suspension stuff, interiors, fairly basic things really. I need some help resolving my rev limiter sticking at 5500rpm problem.

26/04/2009 22:52:46 jake1987 Count me in. Jake - TF 135 Complete Novice Much Appreciated

27/04/2009 06:21:21 Tim Guy [B]Who's Coming and what do you want out of it.[/B] Tim Guy. - Somewhat experienced. Willing to help others service their car. Dan (Gotenks) Kara (MG Chic) Steve ( vvc Steve ) - Willing to help others,can bring hydralastic pump hainsie - can help with suspension stuff, interiors etc jake1987 - TF 135 Complete Novice

27/04/2009 11:29:12 mgfd00d put me down for this, it was a good crack last time Can help with most things will bring axel stands etc

27/04/2009 17:12:43 liberclavis [b]Servicing Day - 13th June[/b] Greetings from a newby. This event looks to be just the ticket. Count me in - or direct me to this fabled list to sign up: I couldn't spot it on the webpage.

27/04/2009 18:38:19 Tim Guy [B]Who's Coming and what do you want out of it.[/B] Tim Guy. - Somewhat experienced. Willing to help others service their car. Dan (Gotenks) Kara (MG Chic) Steve ( vvc Steve ) - Willing to help others,can bring hydralastic pump hainsie - can help with suspension stuff, interiors etc jake1987 - TF 135 Complete Novice mgfd00d - Willing to help others liberclavis - Novice.

28/04/2009 07:10:34 tinyflier [B]Who's Coming and what do you want out of it.[/B] Tim Guy. - Somewhat experienced. Willing to help others service their car. Dan (Gotenks) - Helping - Needs hydragas pump up. Kara (MG Chic) Steve ( vvc Steve ) - Willing to help others,can bring hydralastic pump hainsie - can help with suspension stuff, interiors etc jake1987 - TF 135 Complete Novice mgfd00d - Willing to help others liberclavis - Novice. David (tinyflier) - bringing my TF and my daughter with her F which needs oil/filter changes, brake fluid change/bleed - willing but inept amateur - HELP needed!

28/04/2009 07:55:30 gotenks1321 Just thinking outloud now but as there's going to be a few people with hydragas pump, do you reckon a change of hydragas spheres complete with lowering pins would be possible? I've got the spheres already and am just in the process of hammeriting them to keep them rust free :D, pins are just a few clicks away and then that's just the fitting left :cool:

28/04/2009 08:05:20 Tim Guy [quote=gotenks1321]Just thinking outloud now but as there's going to be a few people with hydragas pump, do you reckon a change of hydragas spheres complete with lowering pins would be possible? I've got the spheres already and am just in the process of hammeriting them to keep them rust free :D, pins are just a few clicks away and then that's just the fitting left :cool:[/quote] Don't see why not Dan. I've never taken a sphere out before but it doesn't look too hard and do-able in a day. All subject to Steve bringing his hydragas pump of course. We also need to think about fluid. Might make sense for a bulk buy if there's enough people wanting to commit. Suggest you PM Steve.

28/04/2009 08:34:06 gotenks1321 [quote=Balrog]Don't see why not Dan. I've never taken a sphere out before but it doesn't look too hard and do-able in a day. All subject to Steve bringing his hydragas pump of course. We also need to think about fluid. Might make sense for a bulk buy if there's enough people wanting to commit. Suggest you PM Steve.[/quote] Cool :D I've taken them out of a spare subframe and it's easy enough, doesn't look too much harder on the car but I'll check for sure this weekend. Fluid's not a problem, some for sale [URL="http://www.minisport.com/acatalog/Mini_Hydrolastic_Suspension_Parts.html"]here[/URL]. Not sure how much is needed for a pump up or the whole system though. I need to get some replacement boots so I can order some at the same time and bring it down with me :)

28/04/2009 17:43:01 zor Hi Tim I attended last year and really enjoyed it although my car needed nothing doing. I would love to attend again as I learnt a lot from helping others. I am happy to bring an extensive tool kit. Zor

28/04/2009 19:15:44 technozen Hi Tim, Last years "Service Day" was excellent, especially the cold pint afterwards! Unfortunately the "small" matter of our wedding clashes with your weekend so I won't be able to attend:(. If you want the diagnostic tool for the day I would be happy to loan it to you, let me know... Hope the sun shines! hmmmmmm, I wonder can I persuade Maria to get married on Friday...................................................

28/04/2009 19:24:37 Tim Guy [quote=technozen]Hi Tim, Last years "Service Day" was excellent, especially the cold pint afterwards! Unfortunately the "small" matter of our wedding clashes with your weekend so I won't be able to attend:(. If you want the diagnostic tool for the day I would be happy to loan it to you, let me know... Hope the sun shines! hmmmmmm, I wonder can I persuade Maria to get married on Friday...................................................[/quote] Oh WOW :) Congratulations Paul. I checked all the MG calendars before I chose the date but didn't see your wedding listed as an event anywhere :D Hope it all goes well for you. Of course the weather will be superb both in Brighton and Poole. Tim.

28/04/2009 19:32:09 gotenks1321 [quote=technozen]Hi Tim, Last years "Service Day" was excellent, especially the cold pint afterwards! Unfortunately the "small" matter of our wedding clashes with your weekend so I won't be able to attend:(. If you want the diagnostic tool for the day I would be happy to loan it to you, let me know... Hope the sun shines! hmmmmmm, I wonder can I persuade Maria to get married on Friday...................................................[/quote] Congratulations Paul :) Hope you both have a wonderfull day and keep an eye out for the parade of MGs as you walk out the church ;)

29/04/2009 09:22:18 Craggio what a fantastic idea [IMG]http://forums.mg-rover.org/images/smilies/fing02.gif[/IMG], count me (and maybe the other half) in. i was going to do a Remote CL conversion on my 115 in the coming weeks using a guide on here..if i bring the stuff, some tools n some BBQ stuff.. would anyone be up for helping me? [IMG]http://forums.mg-rover.org/images/smilies/beer.gif[/IMG] im not very car minded at all but i managed to fit my induction kit, lexus lights, tinted windows & LE500 style speedo dials with blue LEDs all myself. i also completly replaced the window regulator a few months back (all using guides mind!) so im able to give a helping hand on any of those points if need be.

03/05/2009 13:49:48 Tim Guy [B]I've updated this list from posts in other forums. Can those that haven't, please register in here so that I can send PMs if needed Who's Coming and what do you want out of it.[/B] Tim Guy. - Somewhat experienced. Willing to help others service their car. Dan (Gotenks) - Helping - Needs hydragas pump up. Kara (MG Chic) Steve ( vvc Steve ) - Willing to help others,can bring hydralastic pump hainsie - can help with suspension stuff, interiors etc jake1987 - TF 135 Complete Novice mgfd00d - Willing to help others liberclavis - Novice. David (tinyflier) - bringing my TF and my daughter with her F which needs oil/filter changes, brake fluid change/bleed - willing but inept amateur - HELP needed! Zor Craggio MikeF Tracy411969 Simon (Superhawk)

05/05/2009 19:37:30 superhawk Hi Tim, I will be taking you up on your kind offer as not only do I want to learn more about the workings of my mgf but it will also be a good opportunity to meet with like minded enthuiastic mgf owners. I have loads of questions to ask which i will save to the day but i am very keen to attend my first track day and have Castle Combe in mind. See you in June. Regards, Simon. [SIZE=3][FONT=Calibri][/FONT][/SIZE]

05/05/2009 19:57:42 Tim Guy Hi Simon. You will be most welcome at the servicing day. I see you haven't got far to travel ;) Castle Combe is a nice circuit, a bit basic as far as facilities are concerned but maybe that's half its charm. Watch out for the MGoT newsletters arriving in your email to let you know when booking opens. Tim.

07/05/2009 16:08:53 gotenks1321 Hi Tim, Looking like a great turnout as usual :D I'd expect nothing less from such a well run day like the last two. Do you know of a tyre place nearby that I will be able to get my tracking done after messing with the suspension? I know have the pins so it's looking like a definite go ahead (well once I get on and sand my spare spheres lol). And thanks for the help with my HGF over on .org :) All parts ordered now except for the important Payen HG as no-one local seems to have it :mad:

07/05/2009 18:52:21 Tim If you need a payen gasket give Dave Andrews (K-series god) a call he'll have a stack of them... [url]www.dvapower.com[/url] Dave's on holiday until the 13th May though. Tim

07/05/2009 19:02:38 gotenks1321 [quote=Tim]If you need a payen gasket give Dave Andrews (K-series god) a call he'll have a stack of them... [URL="http://www.dvapower.com"]www.dvapower.com[/URL] Dave's on holiday until the 13th May though. Tim[/quote] Thanks :) Yeah, dropped him an email earlier. Problem is I need the car done this weekend or beginning of next week at the latest otherwise I'm in trouble work wise :(

07/05/2009 20:40:35 Tim You may have tried these sources but if you haven't: Caterham cars, [url]http://www.caterham.co.uk/[/url] Cterham midlands, [url]http://www.caterham.co.uk/assets/html/contact/contact_midlands.html[/url] Redline, [url]http://www.redlinecomponents.co.uk/[/url] Minster, [url]http://www.minister-power.com/minister_power_pages/latest-news.htm[/url] ratrace, [url]http://www.ratrace-motorsport.co.uk/[/url] Hellier, [url]http://www.hellierperformance.com/17101.html[/url] Techspeed, [url]http://www.tech-speed.co.uk/about_us.html[/url] Emerald, [url]http://www.emeraldm3d.com/em_pricing.html[/url] An then the usual suspects: MGF Centre, MGOC Rimmer Bros Mike Satur

07/05/2009 21:28:39 gotenks1321 [quote=Tim]You may have tried these sources but if you haven't: Caterham cars, [URL="http://www.caterham.co.uk/"]http://www.caterham.co.uk/[/URL] Cterham midlands, [URL="http://www.caterham.co.uk/assets/html/contact/contact_midlands.html"]http://www.caterham.co.uk/assets/html/contact/contact_midlands.html[/URL] Redline, [URL="http://www.redlinecomponents.co.uk/"]http://www.redlinecomponents.co.uk/[/URL] Minster, [URL="http://www.minister-power.com/minister_power_pages/latest-news.htm"]http://www.minister-power.com/minister_power_pages/latest-news.htm[/URL] ratrace, [URL="http://www.ratrace-motorsport.co.uk/"]http://www.ratrace-motorsport.co.uk/[/URL] Hellier, [URL="http://www.hellierperformance.com/17101.html"]http://www.hellierperformance.com/17101.html[/URL] Techspeed, [URL="http://www.tech-speed.co.uk/about_us.html"]http://www.tech-speed.co.uk/about_us.html[/URL] Emerald, [URL="http://www.emeraldm3d.com/em_pricing.html"]http://www.emeraldm3d.com/em_pricing.html[/URL] An then the usual suspects: MGF Centre, MGOC Rimmer Bros Mike Satur[/quote] Thanks Tim, you are a legend :D I've tried the usual ones and the local XPart but not heard of most of the others. I'll give them a look through in a bit once I've finished cleaning up. Run out of light at 21:10 so I had to pack up lol

08/05/2009 20:03:35 gotenks1321 Finally found one locally tonight and am picking it up tomorrow at 10:30 :D Thanks again for all your help Tim :) Now it's time to eat some food and starting porting the inlet manifold, I can't believe how much excess material there is there :eek: And I'd completely forgotten how much of a pain those 4 'underneath' inlet manifold bolts are :mad:

08/05/2009 20:58:56 Tim I embarked on the road of replacing the head gasket after the third failure. It turned out the fundamental cause of the HGF's was incorrect liner heights, so out came the pistons and liners awaiting a bit of remedial action. The remedial action was to 'linnish' (read sand) the block down by a couple of thou. Duly done i thought I better clean up the pistons before putting them back in, which doing so I bit of one fell off. It turns out that MPi engines tune to(and beyond) 160bhp, as mine is/was can suffer from a portion of piston between the piston ring disintegrating. The up-shot is that I'm buying some matched replacement pistons and liners from DVA and hope to get the engine back together over the next bank holiday. Oh I can dream of only having to replace the HG. I have learnt a lot though. Let's hope I don't have too many bolts left over. Good luck with the HG this weekend. Tim

11/05/2009 20:50:33 gotenks1321 Ouch! Huge respect for undertaking such a task :) I'd love to have the time (and a spare car) to be able to do something like that. I love playing around with mine when I can but there's so much more I need to learn :o Good luck for the bank holiday.

12/05/2009 13:04:25 Tytalus I'm In! :) Both this site and the day. Great to hear from you again Tim, was worried you wouldn't pop over to the .ORG. What gets done depends on the type of weather, but I still have a remote boot release kit to fit (from last year!) and my brakes are spongey: you still have that pump that you were using last year to replace the fluid? I really regret not using it. BTW, any special type of brake fluid I should get, and how much? As for offering help; not much use I'm afraid, but I can show you how not to do body-work, how not to fit rear speakers and probably how not to fit a remote boot lock by the end of the day :D Oh, and I'll try and be less scatty this year :o . Dan, up for a meet on the way again? Cheers all, Ty (Adrian)

12/05/2009 16:17:52 Tim Guy Hi Adrian good to hear from you :) Yes I'll bring the vacuum bleeder.A litre of fluid will be plenty for a very thorough change. [B] Who's Coming and what do you want out of it[/B] Tim Guy. - Somewhat experienced. Willing to help others service their car. Dan (Gotenks) - Helping - Needs hydragas pump up. Kara (MG Chic) Steve ( vvc Steve ) - Willing to help others,can bring hydralastic pump hainsie - can help with suspension stuff, interiors etc jake1987 - TF 135 Complete Novice mgfd00d - Willing to help others liberclavis - Novice. David (tinyflier) - bringing my TF and my daughter with her F which needs oil/filter changes, brake fluid change/bleed - willing but inept amateur - HELP needed! Zor Craggio MikeF Tracy411969 Simon (Superhawk) Adrian (Tytalus) Louis (LuCky) - Experienced.

12/05/2009 16:44:22 LuCkY [quote=Balrog]Hi Adrian good to hear from you :) Yes I'll bring the vacuum bleeder.A litre of fluid will be plenty for a very thorough change. [B]Who's Coming and what do you want out of it[/B] Tim Guy. - Somewhat experienced. Willing to help others service their car. Dan (Gotenks) - Helping - Needs hydragas pump up. Kara (MG Chic) Steve ( vvc Steve ) - Willing to help others,can bring hydralastic pump hainsie - can help with suspension stuff, interiors etc jake1987 - TF 135 Complete Novice mgfd00d - Willing to help others liberclavis - Novice. David (tinyflier) - bringing my TF and my daughter with her F which needs oil/filter changes, brake fluid change/bleed - willing but inept amateur - HELP needed! Zor Craggio MikeF Tracy411969 Simon (Superhawk) Adrian (Tytalus)[/quote] LuCkY (Louis) - My F won't be prepped in time to bring it but i'll attend in my Viva, and will be on hand to assist in any way that i can. Have experience in most common tasks and not afraid to get my hands dirty :lol:

12/05/2009 21:31:25 gotenks1321 [quote=Tytalus]I'm In! :) Both this site and the day. Great to hear from you again Tim, was worried you wouldn't pop over to the .ORG. What gets done depends on the type of weather, but I still have a remote boot release kit to fit (from last year!) and my brakes are spongey: you still have that pump that you were using last year to replace the fluid? I really regret not using it. BTW, any special type of brake fluid I should get, and how much? As for offering help; not much use I'm afraid, but I can show you how not to do body-work, how not to fit rear speakers and probably how not to fit a remote boot lock by the end of the day :D Oh, and I'll try and be less scatty this year :o . Dan, up for a meet on the way again? Cheers all, Ty (Adrian)[/quote] Good to hear from you mate :) Convoy sounds good, will be meeting up with Kara (MG_CHIC) on the way too :cool: Will let you know nearer the time as long as my repairs all go ok, tomorrow the head bolts arrive so we shall soon know :o

18/05/2009 16:31:17 mikef Signed up at last!! cheers Tim.. mikef

20/05/2009 10:36:32 gotenks1321 Am I still welcome to come along in my 216 :o Looking at possibly needing a replacement engine as HG change made no difference and things look ok but obviously aren't :(

22/05/2009 22:07:44 Tim Guy Sorry, missed your post Dan. Yes, you are most welcome :) Sorry to hear about your troubles. Feel free to PM me, maybe we can get to the bottom of it.

23/05/2009 07:37:33 gotenks1321 [quote=Balrog]Sorry, missed your post Dan. Yes, you are most welcome :) Sorry to hear about your troubles. Feel free to PM me, maybe we can get to the bottom of it.[/quote] No worries Tim, glad to be still coming along :) Thanks for the offer, I'm afraid I just sent you a bit of an essay :o

24/05/2009 07:58:07 Tim Guy [quote=gotenks1321]No worries Tim, glad to be still coming along :) Thanks for the offer, I'm afraid I just sent you a bit of an essay :o[/quote] Replied. Hope the MG community can get together and help to sort out your woes. Refresh of list :- [B]Who's Coming and what do you want out of it[/B] Tim Guy. - Somewhat experienced. Willing to help others service their car. Dan (Gotenks) - Helping - Needs hydragas pump up. Kara (MG Chic) Steve ( vvc Steve ) - Willing to help others,can bring hydralastic pump hainsie - can help with suspension stuff, interiors etc jake1987 - TF 135 Complete Novice mgfd00d - Willing to help others liberclavis - Novice. David (tinyflier) - bringing my TF and my daughter with her F which needs oil/filter changes, brake fluid change/bleed - willing but inept amateur - HELP needed! Zor Craggio MikeF Tracy411969 Simon (Superhawk) Adrian (Tytalus) Louis (LuCky) - Experienced.

25/05/2009 14:21:32 gotenks1321 Thanks Tim. Certainly a lot to learn to try and figure it out but the way the MG community pulls together is always amazing to see, it's what's kept me here for as long as I have been and I hope that I can continue to contribute and repay the help that I've received :) Any ideas whether what I thought in my PM might be the cause? No replies on .org to whether it could be or not :confused: If not then it might be off to a couple of the Lotus forums or SELOC maybe :(

27/05/2009 19:13:50 happychappy Hi Tim Can you add us to the list please:- David + Michelle - socialising and eating. :D

27/05/2009 20:05:31 Tim Guy [quote=happychappy]Hi Tim Can you add us to the list please:- David + Michelle - socialising and eating. :D[/quote] Be great to see you both :) [B]Who's Coming and what do you want out of it[/B] Tim Guy. - Somewhat experienced. Willing to help others service their car. Dan (Gotenks) - Helping - Needs hydragas pump up. Kara (MG Chic) Steve ( vvc Steve ) - Willing to help others,can bring hydralastic pump hainsie - can help with suspension stuff, interiors etc jake1987 - TF 135 Complete Novice mgfd00d - Willing to help others liberclavis - Novice. David (tinyflier) - bringing my TF and my daughter with her F which needs oil/filter changes, brake fluid change/bleed - willing but inept amateur - HELP needed! Zor Craggio MikeF Tracy411969 Simon (Superhawk) Adrian (Tytalus) Louis (LuCky) - Experienced. Dave & Michelle (HappyLassy)

31/05/2009 23:33:01 jethro Would like to join you all for the service day. Gearbox and oil change etc. I expect that I will not have time to sort out my high reving problem before hand, Would any one be there to advise? I'm sure it's not a cable or throttle body issue, (but I could be wrong!) someone has mentioned the fault could lay with the potentiometer? Would love to get this sorted as well though. Cheers!

01/06/2009 06:50:44 Tim Guy You'll be most welcome Jethro I'm sure, between us, we can offer at least 10 different opinions about your idle problem :D Who knows, we might even fix it ;) [B]Who's Coming and what do you want out of it[/B] Tim Guy. - Somewhat experienced. Willing to help others service their car. Dan (Gotenks) - Helping - Needs hydragas pump up. Kara (MG Chic) Steve ( vvc Steve ) - Willing to help others,can bring hydralastic pump hainsie - can help with suspension stuff, interiors etc jake1987 - TF 135 Complete Novice mgfd00d - Willing to help others liberclavis - Novice. David (tinyflier) - bringing my TF and my daughter with her F which needs oil/filter changes, brake fluid change/bleed - willing but inept amateur - HELP needed! Zor Craggio MikeF Tracy411969 Simon (Superhawk) Adrian (Tytalus) Louis (LuCky) - Experienced. Dave & Michelle (HappyLassy) Jethro.

01/06/2009 10:44:28 tinyflier Having read about the tribulations of removing the disc retaining screws, if I bring a complete set of new discs and pad (front and rear) for my daughters F is there a willing volunteer to give me (lots of) assistance to fit these? I'll need to beg and borrow tools too (am temporarily "separated" from my personal tool kit!). I understand the THEORY of how to replace these but have never actually done it myself and obviously being my daughter's car I don't want to take any risks! David

01/06/2009 12:26:30 gotenks1321 [quote=jethro]Would like to join you all for the service day. Gearbox and oil change etc. I expect that I will not have time to sort out my high reving problem before hand, Would any one be there to advise? I'm sure it's not a cable or throttle body issue, (but I could be wrong!) someone has mentioned the fault could lay with the potentiometer? Would love to get this sorted as well though. Cheers![/quote] I have a spare TB I can bring with me but not sure if it's got the potentiometer with it or not, either way if it sorts your problem then you're welcome to have it :) Tim, could you change me to just helping please. Will find out tonight hopefully whether I'll be coming in the F or not. If it's a head problem then I'll be up and running before I sleep, if it's a liner problem or something more serious then i'll most likely be in the 216 :( Still, at least I'll be there and be able to fit more in lol

01/06/2009 12:35:08 Tim Guy Shouldn't be a problem David as long as you are happy to do most of the work yourself. I have a windy gun with a Ph3 bit which gets those screws off in a trice, a puller to get the disks off if they are reluctant and a DTI to check they are running straight. Bring a spot of copper grease.

01/06/2009 14:17:53 tinyflier Thanks! Am more than happy to do the work, just need a knowledgable adult looking over my shoulder to wanr me BEFORE I get things wrong! David

03/06/2009 21:56:52 buffalox Read about this on .org and you said numbers were disappointing - I should try and come over from Portsmouth for this as I really want to learn how to maintain myself! What (car) comsumables do I need to bring if I just wanted to do a standard 'service' on it?

03/06/2009 23:28:09 jethro [quote=gotenks1321]I have a spare TB I can bring with me but not sure if it's got the potentiometer with it or not, either way if it sorts your problem then you're welcome to have it :) Tim, could you change me to just helping please. Will find out tonight hopefully whether I'll be coming in the F or not. If it's a head problem then I'll be up and running before I sleep, if it's a liner problem or something more serious then i'll most likely be in the 216 :( Still, at least I'll be there and be able to fit more in lol[/quote] Wow, that's great gotenks! Cheers! If any one want's a pair of dirty hands over their bodywork, I'm yer man! ;) I'll bring a few tools up with me if any one needs them.

04/06/2009 09:11:16 Craggio Hey, im buying a daytona this week with quad finishers from mike satur, i was just going to take it to an exhaust place for the fitting but was wondering if anyone would be able to help me fit it? so far i need help with fitting: [LIST] [*]Central Locking [*]Daytona Exhaust[/LIST]ill be fitting/showing people how to fit: [LIST] [*]Speedo Cluster & Dials [*]Clock/Dials around heater control[/LIST]Ill be able to assist with: [LIST] [*]Window regulators [*]Induction Kits [*]Wheel Adapters [*]Speedo/heater control unit[/LIST]Ill be bringing: [LIST] [*]Very very limited tool set (its tiny!) [*]Burgers :) [*]Sausages :D[/LIST]Ill be coming from Dartford leaving at 7:00am, taking the M25 anti clockwise from J2 until the M3 turn off, then its all the way down until the M27 goes into the A31 which will bring me to the area. If anyone would like to convoy from my area i dont mind meeting people. See you next week :)

04/06/2009 09:36:21 gotenks1321 [quote=jethro]Wow, that's great gotenks! Cheers! If any one want's a pair of dirty hands over their bodywork, I'm yer man! ;) I'll bring a few tools up with me if any one needs them.[/quote] No worries :) I've had a lot of help from people on the forums and am more than happy to help out when and where I can. It's what makes it the place it is after all :cool: Only a week to go now :D

04/06/2009 14:50:23 martjen Hi there, have posted on [URL="http://forums.mg-rover.org/showpost.php?p=3198400&postcount=90"]http://forums.mg-rover.org/showpost.php?p=3198400&postcount=90[/URL] would be interested in coming down from Birmingham for the day if someone could help with regard to fitting my new rear plastic window?!! let me know if this is ok to get done and i'll be along for the day. cheers

04/06/2009 14:51:10 tinyflier I have: 4 new brake discs, 8 new brake pads oil filter, air filter, oil sump plug, brake fluid copper grease tools (some). I might be able to get my hydraulic jack back from the borrower in time. So the plan for my daughter's MGF VVC is: 1) replace oil and filter 2) replace air filter 3) replace all discs and pads 4) renew brake fluid. Anything else I need to get before 13th? We will be the green F and blue TF with Dad and daughter looking lost and helpless - if you see us I'd welcome assistance with the brake stuff - this will be my first attempt at brake replacement! David

04/06/2009 15:02:16 gotenks1321 [quote=tinyflier]I have: 4 new brake discs, 8 new brake pads oil filter, air filter, oil sump plug, brake fluid copper grease tools (some). I might be able to get my hydraulic jack back from the borrower in time. So the plan for my daughter's MGF VVC is: 1) replace oil and filter 2) replace air filter 3) replace all discs and pads 4) renew brake fluid. Anything else I need to get before 13th? We will be the green F and blue TF with Dad and daughter looking lost and helpless - if you see us I'd welcome assistance with the brake stuff - this will be my first attempt at brake replacement! David[/quote] Will you be doing spark plugs and leads as well? Could possibly do clutch fluid & gearbox fluid depending on when they were last done/how old the car is :) I'm happy to lend a hand, not sure how busy I'll be (depends if I do fit the lowering pins or not) but sure there will still be time :D

04/06/2009 15:06:31 martjen [quote=gotenks1321]Will you be doing spark plugs and leads as well? Could possibly do clutch fluid & gearbox fluid depending on when they were last done/how old the car is :) I'm happy to lend a hand, not sure how busy I'll be (depends if I do fit the lowering pins or not) but sure there will still be time :D[/quote] i've recently brought my car and just had the cambelt and part service done. unsure they changed the clutch/gearbox fluid (until i check service sheet later) but if they didn't could you help in changing mine too? What would be the correct fluid i'd need to bring?.

04/06/2009 16:05:12 martjen [quote=martjen]Hi there, have posted on [URL="http://forums.mg-rover.org/showpost.php?p=3198400&postcount=90"]http://forums.mg-rover.org/showpost.php?p=3198400&postcount=90[/URL] would be interested in coming down from Birmingham for the day if someone could help with regard to fitting my new rear plastic window?!! let me know if this is ok to get done and i'll be along for the day. cheers[/quote] also i may need my exhaust front pipe fitting too (once i order it). this is pretty straight forward i assume!!

05/06/2009 08:45:37 Tim Guy [quote=martjen]i've recently brought my car and just had the cambelt and part service done. unsure they changed the clutch/gearbox fluid (until i check service sheet later) but if they didn't could you help in changing mine too? What would be the correct fluid i'd need to bring?.[/quote] Hi Martjen You will be able to see if the clutch fluid has been replaced by the colour in the master cylinder reservoir, a dirty black or nice and clear. The clutch fluid doesn't have a hard life as far as heat etc is concerned so don't waste your money on the more upmarket stuff unless you are buying it for your brakes anyway. DOT4 will be fine. I have a vacuum brake bleeder which works fairly well sucking fluid from the slave cylinder nipple. Gear oil is long lived and expensive, probably doesn't need doing. What's the mileage and year of your F. Many use Castrol SMX-S but price it up. With respect to your PM about replacing the rear screen. - never done one but it looks simple enough, just a couple of rivets to drill out and replace. Assume you have the screen stitched into the fabric with a zip. Anyone coming done one ???? [quote=martjen]also i may need my exhaust front pipe fitting too (once i order it). this is pretty straight forward i assume!![/quote] Might be easy, may not be, depends on how the rusty bolts come off. I think having too big a list of stuff to do is likely to end in tears with your car not being in a running condition by the end of the day. By all means bring the downpipe (together with replacement bolts & nuts) We can certainly show you how - but don't bank on getting it done.

05/06/2009 08:53:26 twe Just copying and pasting what I wrote from the mg-rover.org forums: Is it too late to join this? I should be free to join in.... Coming from the Coventry area.... Anyone else going from there? Don't really need to service the car as its not even hit 6000 miles yet but definitely interesting to see how to do it when it comes to it.... Also a little help here and there would be great like replacing the heater fan resistors, etc.... Can bring some tools and maybe my own disposable barbecue, strictly vegetarian? Can bring some food to go on it as well or suppose there will be plenty of shops there?

05/06/2009 09:04:48 Tim Guy [quote=twe]Is it too late to join this? I should be free to join in.... [/quote] You'll be most welcome. Probably learn a lot from just hanging around and watching. Fan resistors are simple but a pig for access. How are you at yoga. [B]UPDATE:- Who's Coming and what do you want out of it[/B] Tim Guy. - Somewhat experienced. Willing to help others service their car. Dan (Gotenks) - Helping - Needs hydragas pump up. Kara (MG Chic) Steve ( vvc Steve ) - Willing to help others,can bring hydralastic pump hainsie - can help with suspension stuff, interiors etc jake1987 - TF 135 Complete Novice mgfd00d - Willing to help others liberclavis - Novice. David (tinyflier) - bringing my TF and my daughter with her F which needs oil/filter changes, brake fluid change/bleed - willing but inept amateur - HELP needed! Zor Craggio MikeF Tracy411969 Simon (Superhawk) Adrian (Tytalus) Louis (LuCky) - Experienced. Dave & Michelle (HappyLassy) Jethro. buffalox twe Dr Dave

05/06/2009 10:41:09 twe Alright well put me down as a definite, and will be bringing a friend along as he is interested as well.... Am guessing there will be electric points for the soldering iron and any other equipment? I have seen a few posts where people have noted what they need doing whether it be on the day or not, was wondering if I should do that? Also put me down as an amateur!

05/06/2009 11:30:12 Tim Guy [quote=twe]Am guessing there will be electric points for the soldering iron and any other equipment?[/quote] Yes, might be an idea if some can bring an extension lead.

05/06/2009 11:46:29 martjen [quote=Balrog]Hi Martjen You will be able to see if the clutch fluid has been replaced by the colour in the master cylinder reservoir, a dirty black or nice and clear. The clutch fluid doesn't have a hard life as far as heat etc is concerned so don't waste your money on the more upmarket stuff unless you are buying it for your brakes anyway. DOT4 will be fine. I have a vacuum brake bleeder which works fairly well sucking fluid from the slave cylinder nipple. Gear oil is long lived and expensive, probably doesn't need doing. What's the mileage and year of your F. Many use Castrol SMX-S but price it up. With respect to your PM about replacing the rear screen. - never done one but it looks simple enough, just a couple of rivets to drill out and replace. Assume you have the screen stitched into the fabric with a zip. Anyone coming done one ???? Might be easy, may not be, depends on how the rusty bolts come off. I think having too big a list of stuff to do is likely to end in tears with your car not being in a running condition by the end of the day. By all means bring the downpipe (together with replacement bolts & nuts) We can certainly show you how - but don't bank on getting it done.[/quote] thanks for the reply. I think all i'm wanting out of this is help fitting the rear screen. I have the complete unit for the screen it has been stiched in and welded apparently to make it stronger. I also have a selection of black rivets but no gun. can easily fetch one from Maplins for £5. I've been toying with doing it myself following the instructions online but may need an experienced eye watching over me incase i miss something.

05/06/2009 17:26:23 Tim Guy I'll bring a pop rivet gun and drill.

07/06/2009 18:32:46 gotenks1321 Does anyone coming have a diagnostic kit that will connect up to a '96 MGF? If so could I please borrow it on the day? I'm pretty sure that my car is running lean but I want to find out for definite. I still think there's an air leak somewhere but I'm unable to find it at the moment :(

07/06/2009 19:00:24 Tim Guy [quote=gotenks1321]Does anyone coming have a diagnostic kit that will connect up to a '96 MGF? If so could I please borrow it on the day? I'm pretty sure that my car is running lean but I want to find out for definite. I still think there's an air leak somewhere but I'm unable to find it at the moment :([/quote] [quote=technozen]Hi Tim, Last years "Service Day" was excellent, especially the cold pint afterwards! Unfortunately the "small" matter of our wedding clashes with your weekend so I won't be able to attend:(. If you want the diagnostic tool for the day I would be happy to loan it to you, let me know... Hope the sun shines! hmmmmmm, I wonder can I persuade Maria to get married on Friday...................................................[/quote] I declined Paul's kind offer but as you really need it Dan, maybe Kara can collect and bring it.

08/06/2009 18:17:04 jethro I also have no 1 & 2 speed settings on the heater. will anyone have any spares i can buy off them on the day? I havn't got access to the likes of maplins. :)

08/06/2009 18:53:23 Tim Guy [quote=jethro]I also have no 1 & 2 speed settings on the heater. will anyone have any spares i can buy off them on the day? I haven't got access to the likes of maplins. :)[/quote] Should have said sooner. Technozen is the resistor man but he's getting married on Thursday so probably best not to bother him ;)

09/06/2009 08:01:32 gotenks1321 [quote=Balrog]I declined Paul's kind offer but as you really need it Dan, maybe Kara can collect and bring it.[/quote] Thanks Tim :) Nearly there now but I want to see what the diagnostics say rather than keep guessing and taking things apart :lol: I've found I also managed to strip a thread on the inlet manifold to plenum so rather unhappy about that at the moment :(

09/06/2009 08:37:13 Tim Guy [quote=gotenks1321]I've found I also managed to strip a thread on the inlet manifold to plenum so rather unhappy about that at the moment :([/quote] Try an Fleabay search on M5 Helicoil (or is it M6) :dunno:

09/06/2009 12:31:36 jsl [b]Count me in[/b] Will bring my 1996 "F" VVC. I'm just around the corner in Bournemouth - can bring axle stands and wheel ramps and some tools. Do you want them dropped in before the w/end? Jeff

09/06/2009 15:12:58 Tim Guy [quote=jsl]Will bring my 1996 "F" VVC. I'm just around the corner in Bournemouth - can bring axle stands and wheel ramps and some tools. Do you want them dropped in before the w/end? Jeff[/quote] Hi Jeff No, bring them with you and look after them ;)

10/06/2009 10:24:51 liberclavis [b]Servicing day - apologies[/b] Sorry - won't be able to make servicing day after all. Ironically, the F is off the road awaiting hoses! Hope the day is a great success - and dry! Liberclavis

10/06/2009 12:46:46 jsl [b]Rave available (and my todo list)[/b] [quote=Balrog]Hi Jeff No, bring them with you and look after them ;)[/quote] I can bring a laptop with Rave on it. I would like to achieve:- [LIST] [*][FONT=Arial]Have others ascertain top end rattle when hot and at idle. VVC mechs maybe?[/FONT] [*][FONT=Arial]Check Fans for proper operation on Radiator and Engine Bay.[/FONT][FONT=Arial] [*][FONT=Arial]Replace Gearbox Oil (will bring SMX-S) - it's 100K miles old I guess![/FONT] [*][FONT=Arial][FONT=Arial]Grease Suspension (will bring grease and gun).[/FONT][/FONT] [*][FONT=Arial][FONT=Arial]Replace Brake fluid (and Clutch Fluid) - I have some dot4.[/FONT][/FONT] [*][FONT=Arial][FONT=Arial]Copper slip road wheels to hubs to prevent bonding.[/FONT][/FONT] [*][FONT=Arial][FONT=Arial]Discuss hard ride - height is right - do I have air in hydrogas fluid perhaps?[/FONT][/FONT][/FONT][/LIST][FONT=Arial][FONT=Arial][FONT=Arial]Jeff[/FONT][/FONT] [/FONT]

10/06/2009 12:47:33 Tytalus Wow, only a few days to go, better start getting things organised! Not sure if I'll attempt the boot latch with limited equipment (Widget 'X' that will do the job nicely is always the Widget you leave at home!) but there are many things to be getting on with. :) What Brake Fluid do people recommend? I think someone mentioned something on the .ORG, but it's not letting me in at the moment, so a litre of which type? Also, we appear to be having a few people hacking down from the M25, should we meet up at Fleet Services again (that's the right one, isn't it?). Gotenks what time do you recon (and what car will you be in?!). Also, if someone uses ramps with their F, if you have the room, can you bring them so that I can see if there are any snags in using them? I'm sick and tired of the games I have to play to get mine airbourne! (I'll bring axel stands, but if I can borrow someone elses I'll leave the heavy/semi-useless jack at home...:mad: ) The weather is on the change, but the BBC isn't sure if it's a change for the better or worse, so fingers crossed!;)

10/06/2009 15:58:54 Tim Guy Weather looks hopeful [url]http://uk.weather.com/weather/10day-Poole-BH21[/url]

10/06/2009 18:22:08 gotenks1321 [quote=Tytalus]Wow, only a few days to go, better start getting things organised! Not sure if I'll attempt the boot latch with limited equipment (Widget 'X' that will do the job nicely is always the Widget you leave at home!) but there are many things to be getting on with. :) What Brake Fluid do people recommend? I think someone mentioned something on the .ORG, but it's not letting me in at the moment, so a litre of which type? Also, we appear to be having a few people hacking down from the M25, should we meet up at Fleet Services again (that's the right one, isn't it?). Gotenks what time do you recon (and what car will you be in?!). Also, if someone uses ramps with their F, if you have the room, can you bring them so that I can see if there are any snags in using them? I'm sick and tired of the games I have to play to get mine airbourne! (I'll bring axel stands, but if I can borrow someone elses I'll leave the heavy/semi-useless jack at home...:mad: ) The weather is on the change, but the BBC isn't sure if it's a change for the better or worse, so fingers crossed!;)[/quote] Hey mate, Which way are you coming round the M25? I'm meeting up with Craggio at Clackets Lane at 7 and then onto meet Kara at some services in Southampton for 8:15. Depending on which way you come then we can either meet you at Clackets or just before we join the M3 maybe? And I'll be in the F :D If she breaks down before then I won't be able to get there at all lol

10/06/2009 21:18:30 jethro Does anyone know which nuts to twist to adjust the side window? either that or a possible hood adjustment as the window catches when winding up window when hood is up. could do with someone pointing in the right direction when I meet you all. :D

10/06/2009 22:36:20 Tim Guy [quote=jethro]Does anyone know which nuts to twist to adjust the side window? either that or a possible hood adjustment as the window catches when winding up window when hood is up. could do with someone pointing in the right direction when I meet you all. :D[/quote] I've never had to do it but the workshop manual which I will be bringing shows how to do it. There seems to be 6 bolts to play with :D

11/06/2009 08:55:51 Craggio Saturs still has the quads out of stock and they said they would email me when they were in (due in last week aparently) so looks like i wont be needing help fitting the daytona as im not buying it without the quads. see y'all on saturday :D

11/06/2009 08:57:27 jsl [b]Local "Motor" Shops[/b] For out-of-area visitors, there are two accessory/motor shops within 2 miles. The following might be useful for peeps to order items inadvance for collection on the day. Halfords 01202 890767 [URL="http://www.halfords.com"]www.halfords.com[/URL] and Motabitz 01202 894080 [URL="http://www.a1motabitz.co.uk"]www.a1motabitz.co.uk[/URL] Motabitz have promised to "look after" anyone mentioning "MG Servicing Day". Jeff

11/06/2009 20:08:42 superhawk [b]Fault water temperature gauge[/b] Has anyone experience problems with a faulty reading water temperature gauge? One minute Ok, then no reading, then back, but reading low. I have a new sender but would like to test prior to draining the system down - can anyone help?:cool: Simon.

11/06/2009 20:56:37 Tim Guy Sounds like a dodgy connection somewhere. Might be easy to find, might never do it. You can replace the sender unit without draining down. De-pressurise the system then put the cap back on and go for it. You only get a dribble.

12/06/2009 07:53:11 Tim Guy The met office says there's going be light rain at midnight then rain with a squall at 13:00 [URL="http://www.metoffice.gov.uk/weather/uk/sw/poole_forecast_weather.html"]http://www.metoffice.gov.uk/weather/...t_weather.html[/URL] The Weather Channel tells us its going to rain all morning, then be sunny in the afternoon [URL="http://uk.weather.com/weather/tomorrow-Wimborne-BH21"]http://uk.weather.com/weather/tomorrow-Wimborne-BH21[/URL] Accuweather tells us its gong to rain at 4:00, 6:00 and again at 18:00 [URL="http://www.accuweather.com/ukie/forecast-hourly.asp?partner=netweather&postalcode=BH21%207RU&metric=1&hbhday=2&hbhhour=13"]http://www.accuweather.com/ukie/fore...y=2&hbhhour=13[/URL] So good consistency - NOT [IMG]http://forums.mg-rover.org/images/smilies/rolleyes.gif[/IMG] I suppose they are all agreed its not going to be sunny and it is going to rain sometime. There are few things more dismal than lying on your back under a car in the rain. So what say peeps - reschedule or go for it ????

12/06/2009 12:24:15 Craggio im for going for it, if i go another weekend without central locking with the central locking parts just sitting in a box starring at me i think ima scream

12/06/2009 12:47:27 Tytalus Reminds me somewhat of last year :o ! Weren't we supposed to have bad weather, but in the end it was only about 5 mins of a light shower? Looks like the same again (so says the BBC, who I've found fairly accurate in the past.) At least it's not forcast to be tipping down with rain, which should be an automatic postponement. Sunday looks great (which sounds the same as last year as well :)), but I'll be making the most of that day anyways. Maybe we're destined to have the same weather every time you run one of these days... Your call, but I'll understand either way.

12/06/2009 13:04:48 happychappy Not keen on the idea of working in the rain. :o Can we have a poll to see whats going to happen? Need to know for childcare arrangements etc.

12/06/2009 13:35:47 MG_CHIC I'm for rescheduling please Tim. Not keen on working in the rain either. Thank you for organizing this, if you do reschedule please count me in. :)

12/06/2009 16:15:33 Tim Guy Whilst its looking a bit suspect, its not a total monsoon predicted. There's no guarantee any other date we choose will be sunny either. Its also the time of year when there's something on every weekend. Down to individuals of course but the day goes ahead. I'll be there 9:00 tomorrow. Hope to see you. Tim

12/06/2009 18:51:09 jethro I'm coming anyway...even if its just for the drive :D

12/06/2009 20:09:24 Tytalus Hi all, Just been looking at the weather reports, and the picture is improving all the time; no rain, some cloud and maybe some sun! So I'll be there.:D Keep an eye on the latest updates at [URL="http://www.bbc.co.uk/weather"]www.bbc.co.uk/weather[/URL] for Blandford or BH21 (close enough), or your favourite weather channel. MG_Chic - Shame if you don't make it, but I may see you in Baldock on the Sunday (which is living up to it's name at the moment :) ). Oh, and just read you've had a rough time in the dentists chair - I hope you feel better soon. Maybe well enought for Sunday as it's supposed to be a cracking day? Craggio - I'll meet you at Clackets Lane services in the morning, so at least they'll be 2 of us! What time? (I'll PM you as well) (copied on the other site as well...) Off to put my stuff together, will have another look on the site about 10pm, then off for an early night. See all those who can make it! Ty.

13/06/2009 05:27:54 Tim Guy Yes, looks like its going to stay dry :)

13/06/2009 15:25:10 Fran Well we could not have wished for better weather.:) In fact it actually has been rather too hot for everyone under their cars. Was really glad of the Gazebo to do the BBQ under it was 21 Degrees here in sunny Poole at Lunch Time. Everyone here still busy working think they are glad it is a little cooler.

13/06/2009 17:57:36 jsl [b]Thanks[/b] I achieved a lot and learned a lot more. Thanks Tim and Fran for hosting the event. It was great! Hope everyone get's back safe and sound. Jeff

14/06/2009 10:09:59 jethro Yup! got home ok. Top down 'till Exeter, but was getting a bit wet at the services rounabouts/lights, so after a quick fuel stop, put up the hood. Should have left it, although it threatened rain, it was fine. Woke up this morn with a tanned face! :cool: Window adjustment seems fine, but hoods a bit noisy at the front, so more adjustment on that I feel. Thanks to all who helped with the blowing fuse/lambder sensor. Am I the first to actually break down AT the service day :confused: Oh! And on the journey home I noticed that the high reving through the gears and idle has returned :mad: Thanks again for our hosts, whom seemed busy all day. If its laid on again in the future, I recomend that you get your arse down there. Always something to learn about your motor and always a helping hand. Cheers!

17/06/2009 12:33:27 Tytalus Tim, Thanks again for the day, and as mentioned on the .ORG:The tire brace is mine! Will need to sort out how to get it back sometime, possibly next year, unless your passing Colchester, me down your way, or someone doing either :). See you later. Ty.