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Mike Peel

How to join the NG Owners Club - it is still only £15.00 a year...

Simply click on this Link

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Last Post: Jun 22, 2015 3:36pm
by Paul Bennett

Paul Bennett

Please update your records

In this electronic age it is normal business to change email addresses as better deals and improved services come along The creates a problem from a club administration point of view. Over time more and more people change their email addresses, move house and do m...

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Last Post: Sep 2, 2013 10:39pm
by Paul Bennett

Mike Peel

HTML and adding photos...

Hi All If you click on reply then on the link (bbcode), you will see the codes needed to enhance your entry. Photos need to be hosted somewhere and if you do not have the facilities send the jpg/gif to me and I will host and inform you of the code you need....

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Last Post: Jul 21, 2009 11:56am
by Mike Peel

Mike Peel

This Forum is no longer supported

This Forum is no longer supported Please use our Facebook account: https://www.facebook.com/groups/NG.Owners/

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Last Post: Nov 7, 2019 3:15pm
by Mike Peel

Volker Gloystein

Need help - NG TF 1500 Roadster

Hello from Germany. sorry for my bad English. Maybe you can help me! I have a very big problem. I have a NG TF 1500 Roadster, built in 1978. Now the front axle / steering gear is broken. Can you tell me, on witch Car the NG TF is build? What is the donor vehicle? Wha...

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Last Post: Oct 25, 2019 4:50pm
by Volker Gloystein

graham bull

NG TF V8 exhaust

Firstly, as a new member I should say hello from myself and my new TF 'Sisyphus' here in Austria (Formally JLY 224 K) I'm having a few problems getting the car on the road and through the Austrian emissions tests. (Had thought of just sticking VW badges on it)...

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Last Post: Oct 11, 2019 7:04pm
by Helmut Schatzman...

andrew langley

su carbs

hi, anyone know where to download a twin su set up /service manual and what to do about pinking.apart from retarding ignition my new ng also does not like to idle at low rpm nearer 7/800 rpm and smells rich ,is this anything to do with unleaded fuel the head has been...

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Last Post: Sep 26, 2019 6:25am
by andrew langley

andrew langley

hope to get directed ,if i purchase the car i will join. is a 1971 ng mot exempt ?

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Last Post: Aug 27, 2019 9:12am
by andrew langley

Steve tilston

IVA

Help please My TF has recently failed its IVA test. One of a few reasons was the upper seat belt mounting on the seat. Re reading the IVA manual it’s seems that if I can find one that has passed IVA after it was introduced then a precedent has been set. Has a...

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Last Post: Jul 27, 2019 12:07pm
by Steve tilston

Gordon White

Wiring diagram

Is it possible to obtain a conventional wiring diagram for an NG TF ? It would be very useful at times. Gordon

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Last Post: Apr 24, 2019 10:58am
by Gordon White

Matthew Bolt

NG Kit Car Video Channel

Hi, Just wanted to mention I have made a video channel for NG Kit Cars. I will be regularly posting videos of the exploits in my NG TA and posting videos of other NG that i come across. I think it is great to see the interesting mix of customization's and indiv...

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Last Post: Apr 22, 2019 12:05pm
by Matthew Bolt

Mike.Roads

Windscreen

30 years ago, wanted to build one. Now want to buy one, but, is there a solution to that windscreen casting?

Views: 414 Replies: 1

Last Post: Apr 6, 2019 11:42pm
by Ed

Youandyou

Jack and how to to place it

Hello everyone, I am new in the NG world, I just has the chance to buy a NG-TA and I am very happy with it ! The car came without any tool and especialy no Jack. Can someone tell me which model to buy and more that that where to place on the chassis if I have to u...

Views: 332 Replies: 2

Last Post: Feb 13, 2019 2:27pm
by Youandyou

Alan Burge

Help requried in contacting ngcars

Hi, I have inherited a 1971 MGB GT, the body of which is in a very poor condition. Looking at my options I trawled the internet looking for kit cars with MGB GT donors. Came across NG cars which jogged my memory from years ago. I have been mailing ngcars.co.uk about...

Views: 737 Replies: 1

Last Post: Dec 19, 2018 1:45pm
by Matthew Bolt

Anthony Turner

TA gearbox.

Hello, I wonder if there is a clever person out there that can answer a couple of questions for me My car has a MGB engine fitted with a 3 syncro non overdrive box I am about to fit a four syncro box with overdrive. I have changed the back plate and fitted the cor...

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Last Post: Nov 14, 2018 6:19pm
by Anthony Turner

Alan Burge

Potential new project

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Last Post: Nov 7, 2018 5:55pm
by David Frost

nigel llewellyn

NG TD overheating

i have a TD with an 1800 mgb engine fitted, it always starts fine however it seems to go from normal temp to hot very quickly, it continues to get hot in open road and does not drop in temp i have no leaks, if anyone has any advice on where to start regarding fixing...

Views: 438 Replies: 4

Last Post: Aug 13, 2018 11:49am
by Brian Lygoe

Brian Lygoe

Pastiche TF Steering Column

I have 'lost' the Lower steering column mounting Bush and support which means the steering column floats around. I've referred to the original Henley build instructions which refers to this part. Any ideas who might stock such a component? Research suggests it's ny...

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Last Post: Aug 9, 2018 10:13am
by Brian Lygoe

Rob

TCR

Hello I'm looking to buy a TCR not many about Rob

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Last Post: May 28, 2018 11:43pm
by Rob

Richard Sharp

Sticking clutch

My "B" series engine NG has been laid up in a garage over the winter and today I have started the engine but the clutch has stuck on. This has happened in the past and I have been able to free it by putting it into gear before I start it and the shock of the starter...

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Last Post: Apr 19, 2018 5:05pm
by Richard Sharp

Gordon White

Roll bar

Any views on fitting a roll bar, is it possible ,too difficult,too expensive or not worth it, car is NG TF with MG mechanicals. Gordon White

Views: 461 Replies: 1

Last Post: Mar 30, 2018 11:31am
by Martin Kerlogue

NIGEL llewellyn

NG TD Area's to check

Hi, I have only recently submitted my membership in anticipation of my purchase of an NG TD WHICH gets delivered next month, what I would like to know is what areas should I check before I pay the balance on the car, I have asked the usual, such as leaks, rot.....its...

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Last Post: Feb 17, 2018 4:17pm
by NIGEL llewellyn

Gordon White

Ng Tf Queries

I have recently purchased an Ng Tf and applied to join the club and have a couple of queries,I have tubed 15" wire wheels but no idea of correct pressures. also I can just reach the gearbox/overdrive dipstick and can rotate it but it does not seem to want to come out...

Views: 559 Replies: 5

Last Post: Jan 28, 2018 7:41pm
by Mick Greenland

Roberto Porru

VIN number NG

Good afternoon, Some time ago I purchased a NG TD 2+2 1800cc and started its restauration. I purchased the car in the Netherlands at an official car dealer, but the car has been imported in Belgium from Texas U.S.A. At the purchase I received the American regi...

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Last Post: Dec 31, 2017 1:02pm
by Roberto Porru

John Goode

TC V8 Overheating

Bought my TC V8 back in September 2014. Found that the engine was very tired so had it rebuilt. Also new battery and coil helped. However, once rebuilt, the water temp registers 160/170 when bowling along, with Kenlowe fan on, but as soon it stops at lights, the temp...

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Last Post: Nov 28, 2017 9:43am
by jim pailing

jim pailing

V8 Carb parts

Has anyone got a spare throttle 'cross connecting' pushrod and adjustable levers please for a SD1 V8 ?

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Last Post: Nov 28, 2017 9:30am
by jim pailing

P Jones

TC Build Manual

There are a couple of jobs I want to tackle on my TC which will require a small element of dismantling first. Any ideas where (if) I can acquire a build manual to help with understanding how bits - bodywork, primarily - go together?

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Last Post: Nov 6, 2017 9:46pm
by jim pailing

Earle Garner

changing a bulb

hi, Very basic task but we have just inherited an NGTF from my wife's father, who unfortunately died several years ago, so we can't ask him the question. We can't work out how to get the bulb cover off the rear tail/stop light, the cover doesn't screw off and been...

Views: 466 Replies: 1

Last Post: Sep 6, 2017 8:52am
by Dave Frost

Fred Williams

Petrol tank sender unit.

PETROL TANK SENDER UNIT Do NG cars share a common petrol tank fuel gauge sender unit? If so what is it? Mine is playing up. Fred. Williams

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Last Post: Sep 4, 2017 10:02pm
by Fred Williams

Chris Hore

SAK 900J

Peter Leetham is trying to locate the NG-TF, Maroon metallic, he built in the eighties and had to part with in 2013. Anybody know of it's whereabouts ?

Views: 392 Replies: 1

Last Post: Aug 26, 2017 2:47pm
by Paul Bennett

Phillip Whitfield

EEK537 Henley Challenger

Hi All, I owned this car a few years ago and wondered if any one knows where it is now and how it is getting on? I know it was sold to a gentleman in Derbyshire. Thanks Phil

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Last Post: Aug 26, 2017 2:44pm
by Paul Bennett

Chris and Su

ChangiNGear - Spring Issue

Our apologies for the late issue of the Spring Edition of ChangiNGear This is now at the printers and should be winging it's way to your letterboxes very shortly We hope you will enjoy - Chris and Su (Hore) NG Editors

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Last Post: Aug 20, 2017 3:14pm
by Chris Hore

Striker1660

Wanted NG TC project

Hi, wanted NG TC project anything considered. Please e mail. Thank you.

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Last Post: Jul 22, 2017 6:02pm
by Striker1660

Mike

Norfolk

Hi All Are there any NG TF owners in Norfolk that would let me have a look at there car NR12 Many thanks Mike

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Last Post: Jul 6, 2017 1:05am
by Paul Bennett

Richard Clark

NG TF (1800 marina) slave clutch cylinder

Hi My TF has been off the road for a few years and now when I try to get it running the clutch seals need replacing. My problem is to remove the cylinder the clutch arm needs depressing. This seems an impossible task with the engine/gearbox in situ. Anyone know a to...

Views: 447 Replies: 1

Last Post: Jul 6, 2017 1:03am
by Paul Bennett

TFRob

Clutch Hose part number

I seem to have lost my braided clutch hose in the house move! Does anyone have a part number for it, or at least know what car it came from. I have a standard rubber MGB hose but it seems a little short! Thanks, Rob.

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Last Post: Jul 1, 2017 8:52pm
by Mick Greenland

Steve tyler

Rear springs

I am contemplating replacing the rear springs on my TC, has anyone fitted new to an NG or tried parabolic springs?

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Last Post: May 10, 2017 9:15pm
by jbs

Mick Greenland

Earth not Mars or cadbury!

During winter months I attempt to start my car up once a month the realise its two however, it just about fires up, The other day I walked the battery to the guy up the road who tests batteries and said mine was find (it just coming up to the end of the three year wa...

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Last Post: Mar 10, 2017 8:21pm
by Mick Greenland

Paul Bennett

Wallingford car rally

Dear All, The Wallingford Vehicle Rally and Parade returns on Sunday May 10th 2015 for its 11th year. This relaxed, friendly and very informal event is organised by a small group of volunteers. The event will kick off at 11am with a parade of 250 vehicles throug...

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Last Post: Mar 4, 2017 11:43pm
by Neil blagden

David Frost

NG TC V8

Just saw this one for sale, doesn't actually say if it has been previously registered, but the price looks good. http://www.carandclassic.co.uk/car/C817390

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Last Post: Dec 22, 2016 8:06pm
by David Frost

Kenneth Warrilow

HENLEY BUILT BY CHALLENGER CARS LTD ???

Can any Henley owners in the Club(or any member) enlighten me as to when their Henley cars were built and by which company or kit purchased and from which firm? Why I ask I have a Ford Sierra based Henley built in 1990 and first MOT January 2nd 1991. Various MOTs, u...

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Last Post: Dec 4, 2016 7:25pm
by Kenneth Warrilow

Rod Thomason

Tonneau cover

Hi Need some help on this one I have NG TF with head rests spoken to Findhorn Cars they have stock of tonneau covers without the place for head rests will it fit, can anyone advise Kind Regards Rod

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Last Post: Nov 18, 2016 12:09pm
by Rod Thomason

Kevin Milligan

Wire Wheels

I have just finished rebuilding a Marina based TF but the wire wheels are a bit tatty. I was hoping to fit a new set of chrome wheels but the hub splines don't fit the grooves on MGB wire wheels. Does anyone know what the original wheels would have been from?

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Last Post: Nov 8, 2016 8:52pm
by Kevin Milligan

Mike Peel

Problems with Forum

Pleased to inform you all that the recent problems with the Forum Board have now been resolved. So, you can start posting again...

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Last Post: Oct 13, 2016 9:30am
by Mike Peel

Mel

Devil's Advocate

Ok, let’s play devil’s advocate, has having a facebook site brought this site to its knees? It was never an alive site, is facebook leading to its demise?

Views: 462 Replies: 8

Last Post: Jul 10, 2016 12:47pm
by Paul Bennett

JBS

Using my NG TA

I am (very) slowly going through the electrics and mechanicals of my NG Ta while keeping it running and having some fun on sunny days. It had not been used very much by the previous owner and appeared to have been serviced on a 'needs must' basis. So far I have wi...

Views: 394 Replies: 7

Last Post: Jul 10, 2016 12:41pm
by Paul Bennett

Fulvio

Info about NG TC V8 with plate HKB446D (purple color with polished bonnet)

Hello! Anyone has got infos about the NG TC V8 purple with polished bonnet with plate HKB446D? I'm a lot interested about the engine. I found only this article about it: http://www.carsceneuk.com/ng-tc-v8-3-5-rover-sdi-modified-show-piece/ Anyone knows th...

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Last Post: Jul 10, 2016 12:36pm
by Paul Bennett

Audrey Bailey

Rally 2016

Hi, Just want to say how very much we enjoyed our first ever rally with the NG Owner's Club. Everyone was so friendly and welcoming. Not having our NG with us was no hindrance as everyone was happy to share advice. We now know the best way to put up the hood thanks...

Views: 377 Replies: 1

Last Post: Jul 10, 2016 12:21pm
by Paul Bennett

Piers Jones

V8 Heater

My TC V8 has an MGB heater. It has no water control valve, and no power control. As a result, it's always on and blowing heat into the footwells. The guy who restored the car and put the TVR engine in it had overheating problems, so that may be why the heater is al...

Views: 357 Replies: 2

Last Post: May 13, 2016 2:39pm
by Piers Jones

Mel Dowson

Badge Bar

Hi Can anyone tell me the name and contact details of a supplier of the Badge Bar that fits between the headlights on a TF. I can see from the photo section that a lot of members have them fitted. Regards Mel Dowson

Views: 465 Replies: 7

Last Post: Apr 27, 2016 7:21pm
by Mel Dowson