ColinT

ColinT wrote: wrote:

I have a 2004 1.8 MGTF. It has some 16 inch six spoke MG alloys that need refurbishing or replacing and so was looking at alternatives.

I noticed it has 195/45/R16 tyres on the front and 215/40/R16 tyres on the back.

A couple of questions to help me

1. Is it normal for MGTF to have different tyre sizes front and back? I don’t remember my previous MGTF having different sizes (but I never needed to change them so they may have done).

2. Are the alloys the actual same size?

3. Could I replace them or use 16 inch MGR/S alloy wheels with a current tyre profile of 205/50R16 or is that unwise? Can the MGTF tyres fit on those alloys?

4. If I refurb them, does anyone know a ballpark cost for doing that?

Many thanks for any advice you can give me to help me make the right decisions.
Colin


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So an update. I managed to find a set of 4 x 16 inch alloys advertised on Facebook forum group and then purchased 4 new TOYO tyres. Really pleased with the look and a great improvement on the paint flakes ones. Holds the road like it’s on rails.





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So for my new 04 plate MGTF I wanted some car mats. There was a choice of £55 MG ones but I’m a cheapskate and thought I could do better. So, I bought some standard MG shaped mats and bought some MG cloth badges from eBay. I shaved the shape of the badge and glued them in. I’m quite pleased with them. Hope that sparks ideas for other people.




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Cobber wrote: wrote:

The MGF/TF uses the old Triumph herald stud PCD, not many cars use this the Triumph TR7/8 some Lotus models and bugger all else so don't waste your time trying to find wheels from other cars that will fit.
That leaves you with MGF/TF and some Lotus wheels or getting some made.

So helpful. Thank you. I’ve asked for a price for refurbishing them from a couple of local companies so we will see what that comes out like. I’ll keep an eye for MGTF ones too. Thanks for saving me from buying what won’t work.


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BruceTF135 wrote: wrote:

 

I have a 2004 1.8 MGTF. It has some 16 inch six spoke MG alloys that need refurbishing or replacing and so was looking at alternatives.

I noticed it has 195/45/R16 tyres on the front and 215/40/R16 tyres on the back.

A couple of questions to help me

1. Is it normal for MGTF to have different tyre sizes front and back? I don’t remember my previous MGTF having different sizes (but I never needed to change them so they may have done).

2. Are the alloys the actual same size?

3. Could I replace them or use 16 inch MGR/S alloy wheels with a current tyre profile of 205/50R16 or is that unwise? Can the MGTF tyres fit on those alloys?

4. If I refurb them, does anyone know a ballpark cost for doing that?

Many thanks for any advice you can give me to help me make the right decisions.
Colin


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Fairly straightforward, this:
1. Yes, it is completely normal for the TF to have wider tyres at the back than the front.  Those are the correct sizes for 16" wheels.  The MGF tends to have the same size all round.
2.  Yes, all 4 wheels are the same size, 7 inches (7J), if memory serves.
3. Be very careful when thinking about changing the wheels.  The MGF and TF use a different PCD from most cars (4 x 95.25).  I found out to my cost that wheels for a ZS, which looked identical, did not fit!
4.  I hear stories of people getting them done for £35 per wheel but expect to pay at least double that in Billericay!
 

Really helpful - thank you. Sounds like I either need to get them refurbished or another set of MGTF wheels and avoid the MG type R wheels I have seen then! Thank you for saving me from an error. I knew there would be helpful advice here on the forum. Thank you.


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David Aiketgate wrote: wrote:

Let us know what it's like when you get it fitted. Pics are compulsory,  lol! 

I will do. Let’s hope it doesn’t turn into a scary movie of stubborn bolts and new brackets that don’t fit! I’ll post some pics and let you know if it sounds ok too.


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Bobb wrote: wrote:

Thanks for that, I’ve seen the Turtle headlight restorer kit promoted on Youtube and I’m inclined to give it a go.

I’d be interested to hear how that works and how easy it brings them back. Always good to know what things do work.


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I have a 2004 1.8 MGTF. It has some 16 inch six spoke MG alloys that need refurbishing or replacing and so was looking at alternatives.

I noticed it has 195/45/R16 tyres on the front and 215/40/R16 tyres on the back.

A couple of questions to help me

1. Is it normal for MGTF to have different tyre sizes front and back? I don’t remember my previous MGTF having different sizes (but I never needed to change them so they may have done).

2. Are the alloys the actual same size?

3. Could I replace them or use 16 inch MGR/S alloy wheels with a current tyre profile of 205/50R16 or is that unwise? Can the MGTF tyres fit on those alloys?

4. If I refurb them, does anyone know a ballpark cost for doing that?

Many thanks for any advice you can give me to help me make the right decisions.
Colin


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In 2017 after losing my job I had to sell my 53 plate MGTF Called Rory. I’m pleased that I now have a new addition, an 04 plate MGTF we have named Midge. It needs a little work, but drives nicely and like my last one is a lot of fun to drive. I need to sort the alloys, a little bit of body tidying and I’ve just ordered a new silencer to replace the blowing one to fit this weekend.
It’s my first time on this forum so I’m looking forward to getting top tips as I tidy it up.




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Bobb wrote: wrote:

Hi, my 2002 TF has foggy headlights.
I know there are plenty of “kits” on the market to restore the headlights to their former glory.
Does the forum have any recommendations?
Bob

I have used T-cut and a bit of elbow grease on the outside of lights when they have lost their lustre. This seems to have worked well on several cars I have had an issue with. I’ve just picked up a TF and it needed a bit of headlight work and T-cut has improved it. Hope that helps.
Colin


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