What I did with my Rover 75/MG ZT today? - Page 285

FrazzleTC · 27th February 2015, 18:56

My new full-sized spare arrived, along with my reserve wheel, which I'll keep in case I have a cracked Serpent at any point. Really pleased with how good the wheels are, and jet need to work out how to full remove the writing, which I eroded to some degree, but it's still very obvious.

Tyres are cheap rubbish, but will be fine as a full size spare, and a reserve wheel.

MangoMan · 27th February 2015, 19:35

Lovely looking wheels Fraser!

If you are referring to the yellow writing, try some IPA, not the Ale, the other stuff...

Should shift it.

Actually I really fancy fitting some straights on my car, but all the ones I seem to find are in really bad condition - must be just bad quality finish on those...??

DMGRS · 27th February 2015, 21:33

I absolutely love Serpents - one of the best wheels in my opinion.
I loved my early 75 with them fitted.

gazcaz · 28th February 2015, 10:56

Done nothing yet, its still raining and my next job involves laying on my back...grrrr oh and for the last two weeks on my days of its b...dy rained !!!

FrazzleTC · 28th February 2015, 11:49

Quote:

Originally Posted by MangoMan

Lovely looking wheels Fraser!

If you are referring to the yellow writing, try some IPA, not the Ale, the other stuff...

Should shift it.

Actually I really fancy fitting some straights on my car, but all the ones I seem to find are in really bad condition - must be just bad quality finish on those...??

Thanks Bill! Tried some IPA, and it made some impact, along with a scourer, but hasn't really had the effect I desired. Will try again when the rain subsides.

Regarding straights, I've noticed a lot of them, and Hairpins, have really thin paint. Best bet is to get the scruffiest, cheapest set refurb'd well, or buy an already refurb'd set.

klarzy · 28th February 2015, 12:06

Quote:

Originally Posted by FrazzleTC

Thanks Bill! Tried some IPA, and it made some impact, along with a scourer, but hasn't really had the effect I desired. Will try again when the rain subsides.

Regarding straights, I've noticed a lot of them, and Hairpins, have really thin paint. Best bet is to get the scruffiest, cheapest set refurb'd well, or buy an already refurb'd set.

if it's wax crayon, search google for how mums get it out of kids clothes...

Alan123 · 28th February 2015, 12:07

Checked all plems and fluids and all is sweet

gazcaz · 28th February 2015, 12:22

Nail Polish remover,wd-40,brake fluid on a rag,baby oil or Graffiti Remover Spray(amazon).hope it helps

marinabrian · 28th February 2015, 12:25

Removed the rear seats, soundproofing boot carpet and trims of the new ZT

Baled out 1/2 a gallon of water, removed the rear lamps cleaned everything up and fitted new lamp seals.

Let's see what happens next time it rains

Brian

klarzy · 28th February 2015, 12:33

Quote:

Originally Posted by marinabrian

Removed the rear seats, soundproofing boot carpet and trims of the new ZT

Baled out 1/2 a gallon of water, removed the rear lamps cleaned everything up and fitted new lamp seals.

Let's see what happens next time it rains

Brian

or you could get high tech and get the hose out.....

27th February 2015, 18:56	#2841
FrazzleTC This is my second home Rover 75 Tourer Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Staffordshire Moorlands Posts: 7,924 Thanks: 533 Thanked 1,178 Times in 920 Posts	My new full-sized spare arrived, along with my reserve wheel, which I'll keep in case I have a cracked Serpent at any point. Really pleased with how good the wheels are, and jet need to work out how to full remove the writing, which I eroded to some degree, but it's still very obvious. Tyres are cheap rubbish, but will be fine as a full size spare, and a reserve wheel. __________________ 1967 Rover 2000 Automatic 1969 Rover 3500 Series One 1979 Scimitar GTE 2013 Mercedes SLK250 CDI

27th February 2015, 19:35	#2842
MangoMan This is my second home Looking.... Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: England Posts: 10,911 Thanks: 862 Thanked 1,111 Times in 868 Posts	Lovely looking wheels Fraser! If you are referring to the yellow writing, try some IPA, not the Ale, the other stuff... Should shift it. Actually I really fancy fitting some straights on my car, but all the ones I seem to find are in really bad condition - must be just bad quality finish on those...?? __________________ *Regards, Bill - (MangoMan).* (Member 00854) http://i1110.photobucket.com/albums/...d.jpg~original

27th February 2015, 21:33	#2843
DMGRS Discount MG Rover Spares Rover 75 CDTi, 2x MG ZS180 Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Hythe, Southampton Posts: 11,320 Thanks: 456 Thanked 3,377 Times in 2,027 Posts	I absolutely love Serpents - one of the best wheels in my opinion. I loved my early 75 with them fitted. __________________ Your trusted MG Rover specialist! Tel: 02380 001133 / Email: [email protected] We now have a 'chat' function on our site for even quicker replies. Give it a try! Remember - discount code FORUM5 for 5% off

28th February 2015, 10:56	#2844
gazcaz I really should get out more....... MG ZT Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: Worthing Posts: 2,744 Thanks: 3,944 Thanked 576 Times in 471 Posts	Done nothing yet, its still raining and my next job involves laying on my back...grrrr oh and for the last two weeks on my days of its b...dy rained !!! __________________ [SIGPIC][/SIGPIC] MG ZT 2.5 V6 234th of 2,834 Trophy Blue ZT 190 + Saloons Produced 14th of 27 MG ZTs Produced on 27-09-2001

28th February 2015, 12:22	#2848
gazcaz I really should get out more....... MG ZT Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: Worthing Posts: 2,744 Thanks: 3,944 Thanked 576 Times in 471 Posts	Nail Polish remover,wd-40,brake fluid on a rag,baby oil or Graffiti Remover Spray(amazon).hope it helps __________________ [SIGPIC][/SIGPIC] MG ZT 2.5 V6 234th of 2,834 Trophy Blue ZT 190 + Saloons Produced 14th of 27 MG ZTs Produced on 27-09-2001

28th February 2015, 12:07	#2847
Alan123 Posted a thing or two Rover 75 saloon Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Darlaston Posts: 1,897 Thanks: 484 Thanked 325 Times in 261 Posts	Checked all plems and fluids and all is sweet

28th February 2015, 12:25	#2849
marinabrian MG ZT Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Newcastle Upon Tyne Posts: 20,151 Thanks: 3,565 Thanked 10,837 Times in 5,718 Posts	Removed the rear seats, soundproofing boot carpet and trims of the new ZT Baled out 1/2 a gallon of water, removed the rear lamps cleaned everything up and fitted new lamp seals. Let's see what happens next time it rains Brian