My Morgan 4/4 Zetec daily
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Thought I'd do a bit of a thread on my new to me car. Having only owned 4x4's and coming from a Mercedes G wagen its going to be a bit of a change!
Its going to be having a number of changes and upgrades.
The base vehicle is a Morgan 4/4 1 previous owner, full service history 38k miles car with a history folder that is huge. Being a 2000 model it has the ford zetec engine so should prove cheap to run.
anyway plans are to fit;
-roll cage
-jw speaker led lights
-remove bumpers
-fit a lower valance panel
-radio upgrade
-my private plate put on
and numerous other bits im sure that will come over time.
anyway heres a pic as it currently sits before collection tomorrow
Its going to be having a number of changes and upgrades.
The base vehicle is a Morgan 4/4 1 previous owner, full service history 38k miles car with a history folder that is huge. Being a 2000 model it has the ford zetec engine so should prove cheap to run.
anyway plans are to fit;
-roll cage
-jw speaker led lights
-remove bumpers
-fit a lower valance panel
-radio upgrade
-my private plate put on
and numerous other bits im sure that will come over time.
anyway heres a pic as it currently sits before collection tomorrow
Cheers Guys
yes ive seen that mod about the roof but couldn't really see an issue myself when I tried it, i'll consider it though if I find an issue fitting it.
Regards to the wheels, I should be a bit clearer that they aren't mint condition anyway hence the reasoning, its also booked in next month to have both wings and rear arches resprayed as have a couple of marks on them.
to LOH I believe the 4 seater will be getting rear isofix points designed into the seats soon from what I have read (love reading your threads by the way and will try and update this with changes)
I'll be the first to say that what I plan on doing wont be to everyones tastes but intend to make it more usable and fun all year round rather than a sunny weekend special.
Cheers Tom
yes ive seen that mod about the roof but couldn't really see an issue myself when I tried it, i'll consider it though if I find an issue fitting it.
Regards to the wheels, I should be a bit clearer that they aren't mint condition anyway hence the reasoning, its also booked in next month to have both wings and rear arches resprayed as have a couple of marks on them.
to LOH I believe the 4 seater will be getting rear isofix points designed into the seats soon from what I have read (love reading your threads by the way and will try and update this with changes)
I'll be the first to say that what I plan on doing wont be to everyones tastes but intend to make it more usable and fun all year round rather than a sunny weekend special.
Cheers Tom
Well 200 miles home now completed and just regained feeling in my spine haha
to answer Medics point directly, its a modern engine in old bodywork basically (its even got a radio and heated windscreen!). it does 80mph with ease but the thing you do notice id hard steering (not PAS) and the suspension which is basically non existent to what im used to, but no worse i'd guess than some of the sporty things on here.
The most unusual bit is still seeing the wooden frame really.
I found today with light drizzle occasionally that the roof up and door tops off was the ideal answer.
First mods tomorrow are clear indicators and rear bumperettes. Regards to the fog and reverse, yes I will be looking to find smaller ones.
Then a good clean really and that will do for the time. I'll be sure to get some nice pics once its clean.
to answer Medics point directly, its a modern engine in old bodywork basically (its even got a radio and heated windscreen!). it does 80mph with ease but the thing you do notice id hard steering (not PAS) and the suspension which is basically non existent to what im used to, but no worse i'd guess than some of the sporty things on here.
The most unusual bit is still seeing the wooden frame really.
I found today with light drizzle occasionally that the roof up and door tops off was the ideal answer.
First mods tomorrow are clear indicators and rear bumperettes. Regards to the fog and reverse, yes I will be looking to find smaller ones.
Then a good clean really and that will do for the time. I'll be sure to get some nice pics once its clean.
Well first day has been spent cleaning everything and treating the seats.
modification wise I've managed to remove the rear bumper and fir the replacement (shows the cars lines better), fitted the clear indicators, smaller steering wheel and the LED headlights (plus do the light surround satin black.
Not a bad day really
As a note, for size scale that's a bmw 1 series next to it to show how low it is!
modification wise I've managed to remove the rear bumper and fir the replacement (shows the cars lines better), fitted the clear indicators, smaller steering wheel and the LED headlights (plus do the light surround satin black.
Not a bad day really
As a note, for size scale that's a bmw 1 series next to it to show how low it is!
I have noticed the bonnet is very long and makes some junctions a bit of an issue. That said though it is a very small car, not just to what I've been used to but genuinely small!
For winter the heater seems amazing from a quick go as the cockpit is so small, the heated screen is also very useful. Had a little run out in it today and really pleased, feels just like a go kart with its heavy steering.
I think I have done the wise thing in buying a second set of wheels which will be done black and the chrome ones stored away. Reason being as they were an option I'd like to be able to always put the car back to original spec if required.
Here's a couple of more flattering pics and the great view you get driving
For winter the heater seems amazing from a quick go as the cockpit is so small, the heated screen is also very useful. Had a little run out in it today and really pleased, feels just like a go kart with its heavy steering.
I think I have done the wise thing in buying a second set of wheels which will be done black and the chrome ones stored away. Reason being as they were an option I'd like to be able to always put the car back to original spec if required.
Here's a couple of more flattering pics and the great view you get driving
Podie said:
What's storage like? not just the rack is it?
There's a little space behind the seats and then a sort of parcel shelf you could get a large holdall bag/ bags on. But mainly yes if your away for a while its a case on the rear rack job. Realistically I don't think I'll ever really use the rack as can make it fit inside, but will keep it on just in case.
Cheers Guys
The wheels are the same size and wire again but will be either satin or gloss black, im leaning towards gloss though.
Here a couple of pics from today. I had to put the car up on rams and axel stands as driving to town was the most unbearable noise, like a child with a bit of card in their bike spokes! I pulled over and checked behind each wheel but could see nothing. Turned out it was the handbrake cable catching on the prop shaft for some reason. So made up a stainless bracket and cable tied it out of the way. Much better.
Spent some time putting cuprinol on the wood panels aswell along with waxoyling the engine bay.
Had a little go with black rubber paint that can be peeled off on a couple of bits aswell to see what they look like. I did the grill and lucas sidelights, but took it off them again as didn't like the look. I'll leave the grill though for a bit as prefer it black.
Remember in these pics this car is 2000 and the current 4/4 is still made the same way!
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The wheels are the same size and wire again but will be either satin or gloss black, im leaning towards gloss though.
Here a couple of pics from today. I had to put the car up on rams and axel stands as driving to town was the most unbearable noise, like a child with a bit of card in their bike spokes! I pulled over and checked behind each wheel but could see nothing. Turned out it was the handbrake cable catching on the prop shaft for some reason. So made up a stainless bracket and cable tied it out of the way. Much better.
Spent some time putting cuprinol on the wood panels aswell along with waxoyling the engine bay.
Had a little go with black rubber paint that can be peeled off on a couple of bits aswell to see what they look like. I did the grill and lucas sidelights, but took it off them again as didn't like the look. I'll leave the grill though for a bit as prefer it black.
Remember in these pics this car is 2000 and the current 4/4 is still made the same way!
[URL=http://s1061.photobucket.com/user/tomcalcutt92/media/IMG_2594.jpg.html]
Edited by SailingTom on Sunday 18th September 14:17
Just thought i'd give a little bit of a thread update for if anyone is interested.
Cant tell you how its been this last month as a small repaint of some bubbling under the lucas marker lights has ended in near enough a full respray after welding the holes removing them left! Reason being as it was in I thought it better to get all the bits done.
Im hoping to get it back tuesday before I start bolting bits on.
Ive ended up with a fair pile of bits in the garage ready including a lovely new alloy radiator as the other developed a leak. Its also booked in for a full service and a few suspension and steering parts to be upgraded. I'll be having the cambelt changed aswell as would rather get it done fresh.
Cant tell you how its been this last month as a small repaint of some bubbling under the lucas marker lights has ended in near enough a full respray after welding the holes removing them left! Reason being as it was in I thought it better to get all the bits done.
Im hoping to get it back tuesday before I start bolting bits on.
Ive ended up with a fair pile of bits in the garage ready including a lovely new alloy radiator as the other developed a leak. Its also booked in for a full service and a few suspension and steering parts to be upgraded. I'll be having the cambelt changed aswell as would rather get it done fresh.
Thanks Guys, dont envy you having a great dane in one haha. In one of the previous photo's you can see the engine you said about in its other use.
Thought i'd give a little update as haven't since I got the car back really.
On the whole its been very well behaved, only thing its wanted for was a new radiator of which an alloy SiFab sports one has been fitted. It now also has its brake reaction bars fitted which reduce the movement and soon to have Panhard Rods installed to keep the back in line.
I've decided to scrap the roll cage plan so now have a safety devices cage that will be going spare, as didnt leave much space inside with the hood up. As it's probably only likely to go on a track once or twice this should be ok.
The lower valance has also been fitted along with its black wheels and goodyear tyres now. The original chrome ones are in the garage roof with all the other bits to go back to original if ever I want to.
Amazing how the look has completely changed!
It's proving to be a bit of a love hate relationship though in that I keep finding myself looking at G wagens on ebay and curse its lack of any practicality.
That said when you open the garage and look at it or take it for a drive how can you not love it. Always brings lots of smiles to people aswell
heres some pics (sorry the front belongs on the crappy plates thread)
Thought i'd give a little update as haven't since I got the car back really.
On the whole its been very well behaved, only thing its wanted for was a new radiator of which an alloy SiFab sports one has been fitted. It now also has its brake reaction bars fitted which reduce the movement and soon to have Panhard Rods installed to keep the back in line.
I've decided to scrap the roll cage plan so now have a safety devices cage that will be going spare, as didnt leave much space inside with the hood up. As it's probably only likely to go on a track once or twice this should be ok.
The lower valance has also been fitted along with its black wheels and goodyear tyres now. The original chrome ones are in the garage roof with all the other bits to go back to original if ever I want to.
Amazing how the look has completely changed!
It's proving to be a bit of a love hate relationship though in that I keep finding myself looking at G wagens on ebay and curse its lack of any practicality.
That said when you open the garage and look at it or take it for a drive how can you not love it. Always brings lots of smiles to people aswell
heres some pics (sorry the front belongs on the crappy plates thread)
Edited by SailingTom on Saturday 1st October 17:46
Well little bit of an update. I have now sold the Morgan and am back in a G wagen (RHD G500 swb)
The Morgan was a great car but wasnt practical for me in the end. Absolutely loved it though and was a beautiful car. In the future for the 1 sunny weekend a year im hoping to get a morgan 3 wheeler but for a pure toy.
That wont be for a while yet though so have replaced it with a nice practical vehicle instead that is still a bit interesting. Never know I may even keep this one!
Heres a pic of the Morgan being collected with my new vehicle behind. Shows the size difference!
Whilst I agree LOH im sure you can understand the reasoning. I'll be back in one aswell in the future but not for a while. Its a great community of Morgan owners, luckily being young I reckon ive got plenty of time to get back into them aswell. 
Haha yes the Fergie is a ted20 so is the tvo/ petrol version (shares an engine with early mogs aswell) Its a great little thing me and my father went halfs on to tow our tenders down to the harbour (doesnt go near the water though) We looked at a mule, but this is a safer investment and who doesn't want a tractor! One of few that gets polished aswell.
Haha yes the Fergie is a ted20 so is the tvo/ petrol version (shares an engine with early mogs aswell) Its a great little thing me and my father went halfs on to tow our tenders down to the harbour (doesnt go near the water though) We looked at a mule, but this is a safer investment and who doesn't want a tractor! One of few that gets polished aswell.
Edited by SailingTom on Wednesday 21st December 09:09
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