newbie tf owner has questions

[newbe]

hi i have just brought a mg tf 135 in x power Grey (v v v v v chuffed)

can anyone tell me what mileage i am lightly to get out of a tank of fuel.
and is there anything i need to know things i should, shouldn't do.
eg. i have heard there are probs with the head gasket (that is probably spelt wrong).
by the way I'm in edenbridge Kent.

i would also like to get involved in a mg club. any recommendations.

Paul (newbie)

[Neil Sutton]

Mileage will vary depending how you drive it. I'm normally about 350-370, some people manage 400+ (God knows how), have been under 300 in France

MGF's / TF's do have a history of HGF's but in later cars most of the problems have been designed out, but it does still happen.

Other bits of advice, don't thrash it too hard in the wet, it is rear wheel drive and can bite... Also always warm the car up (under 3000 rpm for the first 5-10 minutes) and cool it down.

Enjoy the car !!!

[newbe]

thanks for that
i would also like to fit the front fog lights. is this an easy job? does anyone know where i might find a pair?
and i would also like the silver pack same question.
cheers
p

[Adrian Clifford]

Paul,
You are already at the right place, the South East page, it won't be long before the Kent stalwarts are biting your arm, just stay where you are.

We have a run as you can see this coming Sunday, you can meet some of them there, although it's in Essex, it matters none, especially considering the distance some of us travel.

This is the link to one of many that will help you, it's run by Tim Morris, who is part of the F Register committee also : homepage.ntlworld.com/tim.morris4/SEF.htm

I have fitted front fog lights, it's a bit of a job, but not impossible, the proper kit is quite expensive though.

I assume you mean the grilles, by "silver" I have replaced all of mine twice, I am now using a s/steel woven mesh, it's beautiful, I can send you pictures and it's as easy as that, although it will be easier to show you as there are some hidden screws. I have also added three at the back, one across the silencer and two within the engine vents.

Glad you have joined us, welcome to the club.

[newbe]

cheers adrian
nice to be welcome.
unfortinatly im off on my honeymoon for two weeks but i would have loved to of joined you (dont know if ill be able to keep up) ill try though.
is there anything else i can get involved in when i get back i will be well up for it.
i was going to buy a wedgwood blue mgf se that was where i saw the silver pack. its the silver panels on the inside of the door/ and around the heater knobs etc.
thanks so much for the reply.

p

[Adrian Clifford]

Ah yes, the Wedgewood SE, I now know what you mean, when you get back from your honeymoon, have a nice time by the way, we will point you in the right direction of ther people you can buy those parts from, they are quite accessible and not too expensive, the choice, of course, will be yours.

Beware though, when you start looking at and listening to other people's cars your wallet will be shivering.

I'm sure our little Wilmington terrier will give you her advice, where is she by the way ?

[Emma Jackman]

Somebody call? Yes I know I spend too much time on here

Welcome Paul! Nice to see another Kentish person here, the Essex lads are in the majority on this board. So that makes 3 Kentish users here, Paul, David and myself. I'm glad to hear you're enjoying your TF.

Advice wise I think you've pretty much covered it. I can tell you though that with regards to MG clubs, there are two the MG Car Club (MGCC) and the MG Owners Club (MGOC), not to be confused. Most of us F'ers are in the MGCC as there is a general feeling that the MGOC is geared (pun intended) to the older classic MG's. Also with the MGCC you automatically gain membership to the MGF Register, South East F'ers and you also have access to MG's on Track.

OK so here are the essential links:

MG Car Club: www.mgcars.org/mgcc
MG Owners Club: www.mgownersclub.co.uk
South East F'ers: homepage.ntlworld.com/tim.morris4/SEF.htm
MG's on Track: www.mgs-on-track.com

HTH

[newbe]

thanks guys for all your advice
when i get back ill look you up and see whats happening.

looking forward to meeting you all

p