Bonnet cable junction box

p2roverman · 8th May 2017, 21:42

Had to access the cable junction (or divider) block by one of the club approved methods (as it happened there was no problem there).
However, it occurs to me that if the divider block cover is secured to the inner wing as several people recommend, it is then impossible get to the inner cables to release the bonnet should the main cable break. Think about it - you have to get the divider cover off the inner wing to get to the secondary cable inners, any additional mechanical fixing will make this more difficult or impossible. Thoughts?

Coups · 9th May 2017, 11:32

When I bought my 75 (from this forum) I was lucky enough to find this, amongst other sensible mods, had already been done. The junction box had then been cable tied to the wing which I thought was very sensible.

It wasn't until I was at the recent Royal Tay Yacht Club meet in Dundee that one of the attendees bonnet releases didn't.......

I saw how Marinabrian managed to release the bonnet and on getting home I cut off the cable tie.

It would be extremely difficult to sort out otherwise.

Thankfully I found out before the inevitable!

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BigRuss · 9th May 2017, 15:58

Yes it's crazy to tie wrap it, you should never have a problem with it separating if the cables and catches are lubricated.

It's something I've never recommended because of the above.

Russ

Leachim · 21st May 2018, 17:10

Hi Group,
I've just gone through the process of having to open the bonnet after the cable release lever failed to function due to that divider block.
I'm not out of the wood yet though, because the divider block appears to have disappeared entirely -- perhaps falling somewhere behind the black plastic wheel arch protection.
I simply have the rather flexible black plastic junction box, but not the divider block that goes inside.
What suggestions for sourcing a divider block in good condition? I am in the South of France, so not many breaker's yards with Rover 75s to cannibalise.
Or can I reasonably try to make one or have one made?
TIA
Leachim.

klarzy · 21st May 2018, 17:14

generally we don't post this info on the open forum so that toe rags can get into our cars....

RoverP480 · 21st May 2018, 17:27

I know you are trying to be helpful to members BUT others can read it as well. Suggest moderator removes it!

Simondi · 21st May 2018, 19:46

Post edited to remove sensitive information

ceedy · 21st May 2018, 21:37

.... gawd that old whingey chestnut.. theres NAUGHTY WORD-NAUGHTY WORD-NAUGHTY WORD- all sensitive about this !!

that info is freely avaiable all over the interweb .. without having to log in here to find it out!!

micro rant over !

Rich in Vancouver · 24th June 2019, 03:21

I have found that my, new to me, ZT has at one time had the R/H bonnet catch cut off with a Sawzall (Jab-saw to you Brits I believe) with the resultant remaining damage from the cutting. The cable join has been taped up with duct tape which makes me worry after reading this thread.
Does anyone have a picture of this divider block? If I don't have one I assume I should install one before I have problems.

Rich in Vancouver · 24th June 2019, 03:29

Whoa, Never mind! Found some good info on another thread.
Pics and all.

https://the75andztclub.co.uk/forum/s...+cable+divider

8th May 2017, 21:42	#1
p2roverman Gets stuck in Rover 75 Connie Tourer & Connie SE Saloon & Club SE Tourer Join Date: Sep 2014 Location: Leeds Posts: 974 Thanks: 199 Thanked 71 Times in 59 Posts	Bonnet cable junction box Had to access the cable junction (or divider) block by one of the club approved methods (as it happened there was no problem there). However, it occurs to me that if the divider block cover is secured to the inner wing as several people recommend, it is then impossible get to the inner cables to release the bonnet should the main cable break. Think about it - you have to get the divider cover off the inner wing to get to the secondary cable inners, any additional mechanical fixing will make this more difficult or impossible. Thoughts?

9th May 2017, 15:58	#3
BigRuss Premium Trader 75 CDT Tourer,2.5 Launch Saloon, Omipro MG/Rover (T4) Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Liversedge, West Yorkshire Posts: 5,405 Thanks: 1,105 Thanked 1,340 Times in 661 Posts	Yes it's crazy to tie wrap it, you should never have a problem with it separating if the cables and catches are lubricated. It's something I've never recommended because of the above. Russ __________________ Replacement Key Service http://https://the75andztclub.co.uk/...d.php?t=244732 Full T4 Testbook diagnostics available. Diesel ECU repair and replacement. Options enabled or disabled as required. Diesel X-Power 135 and 160bhp, Rover 1.8T 150 to 160 MG 160 V6 to 177 upgrades available P.M. for details.

21st May 2018, 17:10	#4
Leachim Regular poster Rover 75 Join Date: Jul 2017 Location: Saint Pons de Thomières Posts: 40 Thanks: 0 Thanked 4 Times in 4 Posts	Bonnet release cable divider block sought Hi Group, I've just gone through the process of having to open the bonnet after the cable release lever failed to function due to that divider block. I'm not out of the wood yet though, because the divider block appears to have disappeared entirely -- perhaps falling somewhere behind the black plastic wheel arch protection. I simply have the rather flexible black plastic junction box, but not the divider block that goes inside. What suggestions for sourcing a divider block in good condition? I am in the South of France, so not many breaker's yards with Rover 75s to cannibalise. Or can I reasonably try to make one or have one made? TIA Leachim. Last edited by Simondi; 21st May 2018 at 19:45.. Reason: Post edited

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9th May 2017, 11:32	#2
Coups Posted a thing or two Rover 75 Contemporary SE Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: Dundee Posts: 1,941 Thanks: 545 Thanked 520 Times in 402 Posts	When I bought my 75 (from this forum) I was lucky enough to find this, amongst other sensible mods, had already been done. The junction box had then been cable tied to the wing which I thought was very sensible. It wasn't until I was at the recent Royal Tay Yacht Club meet in Dundee that one of the attendees bonnet releases didn't....... I saw how Marinabrian managed to release the bonnet and on getting home I cut off the cable tie. It would be extremely difficult to sort out otherwise. Thankfully I found out before the inevitable! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

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21st May 2018, 21:37	#8
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24th June 2019, 03:21	#9
Rich in Vancouver Gets stuck in MG ZT-T Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: White Rock, BC on Canada's Pacific Coast Posts: 849 Thanks: 338 Thanked 367 Times in 210 Posts	I have found that my, new to me, ZT has at one time had the R/H bonnet catch cut off with a Sawzall (Jab-saw to you Brits I believe) with the resultant remaining damage from the cutting. The cable join has been taped up with duct tape which makes me worry after reading this thread. Does anyone have a picture of this divider block? If I don't have one I assume I should install one before I have problems. __________________ ZT-T190, Anthracite, LHD, Left the Line on June 24, 2002, Sold new in Switzerland, spent time in Germany, Imported to Canada in September 2021

24th June 2019, 03:29	#10
Rich in Vancouver Gets stuck in MG ZT-T Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: White Rock, BC on Canada's Pacific Coast Posts: 849 Thanks: 338 Thanked 367 Times in 210 Posts	Whoa, Never mind! Found some good info on another thread. Pics and all. https://the75andztclub.co.uk/forum/s...+cable+divider __________________ ZT-T190, Anthracite, LHD, Left the Line on June 24, 2002, Sold new in Switzerland, spent time in Germany, Imported to Canada in September 2021 Last edited by Rich in Vancouver; 25th June 2019 at 00:09..